Connor Smith

Connor Smith

  • Age: 8
  • Media use at home – Type: Tablet, Smartphone
  • Media use at home – Frequency: ★★★★★
  • Current use assistive technology: Tablet
  • Diagnose: Absent limb/reduced limb function

Conner was born with a simple transverse reduction defect of the upper limb. which means that apart from missing his left hand, there are no multiple malformations, chromosomal defects or syndromes. He is a happy child who loves to play video games on his own tablet.

Capacities to support

Because of his handicap, Conner has problems with his Lateralization. This affects his Manipulative coordination

Advice for Assistive Technology:

Chester mouse

Description A small computer mouse with no scroll wheel, about half the size of a standard mouse with one large green button that serves as the left-click. Helps young users or anyone just learning mouse skills understand what the left button does on a mouse without the fear of opening menus, etc. (source: https://www.ablenetinc.com/chester-mouse/) Manuals […]

Big Mack switch

Description The BIGmack is a simple communicator that has lots of uses! Record up to a 2 minute message and press the large activation surface for playback. (source: https://www.ablenetinc.com/bigmack/) Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing https://www.ablenetinc.com/bigmack/ Indicative price: $ 135.00 Instruction/information video

Eye control

Description The eye control function makes it possible to control the computer screen with eye gaze. This means, when you are reading, you can move from page to page using the pupils of your eyes. Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing Start Menu > Settings > Ease of Access > Eye control […]

Big Red

Description The Big Red switch provides a large 5-in/12.7-cm activation surface that activates with 5.5-oz/156-g of force. When activated, the user experiences tactile and auditory feedback. The Big Red switch is the best choice for individuals with visual impairments and/or physical disabilities that require a larger target area. Included are red, blue, yellow, and green […]

Xbox Adapted Controller

Description The Xbox Adapted Controller is primarily designed to meet the needs of gamers with limited mobility. It is a unified hub for devices that helps make gaming more accessible. It can be perfectly used as a hub/switch to connect alternative buttons for general computer use. Almost any input signal from the computer can be […]

Libra 90 IONE

Description The iOne LIBRA 90 is an ergonomic trackball device. It has an 51mm opto-mechanical trackball, three standard mouse buttons for control, high reliable micro-switches, removable wrist pad and a ps/2 and USB-adapter. (source: http://shop.ione-europe.com/product_info.php?language=en&products_id=20) Manuals – no manuals available Where to find & pricing http://shop.ione-europe.com/product_info.php?products_id=20 Indicative price: 29,90 euro Instruction/information video – no videos […]

Missing a hand obviously makes it difficult to perform tasks that require 2 hands. (Keyboard/mouse control, closing jacket, cutting paper, opening boxes, …)

Advice for Assistive Technology:

Clevy keyboard

Description The Clevy Keyboard is an attractively designed keyboard, designed to help teach writing and keyboard skills to young children. Its design also makes the Clevy Keyboard very suitable for keyboard users with a wide array of special needs. (source: https://clevy.com/products/clevy-keyboard) Manuals – no manuals available Where to find & pricing https://clevy.com/store-locator Indicative price: 99,5 […]

Missing a hand obviously makes it difficult to perform tasks that require 2 hands. (Keyboard/mouse control, closing jacket, cutting paper, opening boxes, …)

Advice for Assistive Technology:

Big Mack switch

Description The BIGmack is a simple communicator that has lots of uses! Record up to a 2 minute message and press the large activation surface for playback. (source: https://www.ablenetinc.com/bigmack/) Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing https://www.ablenetinc.com/bigmack/ Indicative price: $ 135.00 Instruction/information video

Permobil Compact Joystick Lite

Description The Compact Joystick Lite provides a light force, reduced throw option in a compact package making it ideal for chin control applications. It also includes ports for remote on/off and mode functions.Windows Speech Recognition makes using a keyboard and mouse optional. You can control your PC with your voice and dictate text instead.(source: www.permobil.com/en-au/products/accessories/drive-controls/permobil-compact-joystick-lite) […]

Eye control

Description The eye control function makes it possible to control the computer screen with eye gaze. This means, when you are reading, you can move from page to page using the pupils of your eyes. Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing Start Menu > Settings > Ease of Access > Eye control […]

Mini Joystick with Push

Description Four switches are activated by moving the joystick in four directions. The fifth is activated by pressing down on the joystick shaft. Two tips included: flexible rubber and hard plastic. Tactile and auditory feedback. (source: https://www.ablenetinc.com/mini-joystick-with-push/) Manuals – no manuals available Where to find & pricing https://www.ablenetinc.com/mini-joystick-with-push/ Indicative price: 355 dollar Instruction/information video – […]

Big Red

Description The Big Red switch provides a large 5-in/12.7-cm activation surface that activates with 5.5-oz/156-g of force. When activated, the user experiences tactile and auditory feedback. The Big Red switch is the best choice for individuals with visual impairments and/or physical disabilities that require a larger target area. Included are red, blue, yellow, and green […]

Connor, more often suffers from irritation and mood swings. He says he is often angry when others keep talking to him about his hand.

Advice for Assistive Technology:

Simplify Start Menu

Description Turn notifications and messages from apps off. Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing Steps:1) Press and hold a tile.2) Select more > Turn live tile off. Free Instruction/information video

Animation/ background

Description Minimize visual distractions by turning off animations, background images, and more. (source: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/make-it-easier-to-focus-on-tasks-0d259fd9-e9d0-702c-c027-007f0e78eaf2#:~:text=Minimize%20visual%20distractions%20by%20turning,under%C3%82%20Simplify%20and%20personalize%20Windows) Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing Start Menu > Settings > Ease of Access > Display > Simplify and personalize Windows Free Instruction/information video

Display preferences

Description The Display pane of Accessibility Display is used to make items on the screen easier to see and read, and to reduce motion on the screen. Options Mac:1. Invert colors: change how content is displayed on your screen.2. Reduce motion: stop or reduce the movement of elements on the screen.3. Increase contrast: increase the […]

Focus assist

Description Focus assist allows you to avoid distracting notifications when you need to stay focused, and is set by default to activate automatically under certain conditions. (source: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/turn-focus-assist-on-or-off-in-windows-10-5492a638-b5a3-1ee0-0c4f-5ae044450e09) Manuals – online support Where to find & pricing Start Menu > Settings > System > Focus assist Free Instruction/information video