Technology Resource Solutions for People

Technology Resource Solutions for People (TRSP)

MISSION

Develop and implement customer directed services utilizing technology to enhance opportunities for persons of all ages with any disability to gain independence and pursue opportunities as they choose.

What is Assistive Technology?

Everyone's life includes technology - like the remote control to operate your TV or stereo, your cordless phone, using your computer mouse and keyboard to browse the Internet and order pizza for supper.

Assitive technology to accomplish the same activities could include a telephone operated by your voice, browsing the Internet by moving your head, or ordering pizza through a device that speaks for you. Assitive technology is an item, a piece of equipment or a product used to maintain and/or improve the capabilities of individuals who have disabilities. Technology can be used to diminish or eliminate barriers for people with disabilities.

All of us will need assistive technology in our lifetime as a result of an injury, illness or just as part of the aging process. Technology has transformed the way we learn, the way we do business, the way we enjoy our leisure time, and the way we live.

YOU DECIDE

	What services you want
	What equipment you want to try
	How much service or equipment you want
	Whether or not it will meet your needs

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY

Computer and Equipment Lab

A technology lab in Salina provides hands-on experience with someone to help you explore. Equipment includes devices to enhance communication for nearly any age or skill level. You can try out different types of computer hardware and accessories as well as explore thousands of pieces of software that:

	let you talk to your computer rather than use a keyboard
	improve basic skills such as reading, math and English
	read printed text back to you

Statewide Interagency Equipment Loan System

Items such as independent living aids, adapted toys, environmental controls, computers, positioning aids, and communication devices are available for loan. This service is available to anyone in Kansas at no charge.

EXPERT INFORMATION

Technology Assessments

You may choose to have an assessment that includes a demonstration of available technology and a hands-on trial of possible options. These ideas may assist you to choose what best meets your needs. An assessment team may include a physical or occupational therapist, a speech language pathologist and technology specialist who goes to the location of your choice to conduct an assessment.

Technology Training

Training is available to assist you to discover how to use your assistive technology.

Community Education

TRSP provides activities such as demonstrations and presentations for conferences and community groups to enhance awareness of disability issues and assistive technology.

Workshop

Group training is offered to individuals, schools, businesses, and other agencies to enhance computer and assistive technology skills.

Business Consultation

Consultations are available to assist business with:

	Job modifications for an individual to return to work following an injury.
	Modifications to help an individual maintain their job or improve performance.
	Enhancing job performance or preventing injuries.

The modification could be as simple as an alternate keyboard to assist with repetitive motion tasks or a new workstation design.