Assistive Technology

In a nutshell, Assistive Technology is equipment for people with disabilities. For example: Powered wheelchairs; Communication Aids (think Stephen Hawking); Environmental Control (e.g. opening your door, Telecare, controlling your TV); Computer Access (e.g. screen readers). It is normally used for ‘techy’ equipment (such as that listed above) but some people argue it includes everything up to and including walking sticks.