- Age: 60
- Media use at home – Type: Personal computer
- Media use at home – Frequency: ★★★★
- Current use assistive technology: VoiceOver – Trackpad – macOS, VoiceOver – Keyboard – macOS
- Diagnose: Parkinson
John was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease two years ago He lives in Dublin, Ireland, with his wife. He does not exhibit any symptoms of dementia, but he does have moderate cognitive impairments (short term memory loss). His motor functions (rigidity, as manifested by joint tension and elevated muscle tone) and, to a lesser degree, his voice have both been impacted by the disorder (very soft and identified as hypophonia).
Capacities to support
He cannot control his muscles properly.
Advice for Assistive Technology:
He has mild cognitive impairments (short term memory loss).
Advice for Assistive Technology: