Marsh Naidoo welcomes self-advocate Peach Chinratanalab and Milton Neuenschwande from the Department of Disability and Aging for an engaging discussion on the transformative power of technology in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Peach, a dedicated co-trainer at My Tech for All, shares her experiences and insights on enabling technology to enhance independence and improve daily living skills. From smart microwaves that respond to voice commands to air tags, Peach highlights the importance of accessible tech solutions.
Milton explains the role of the DDA in promoting enabling technology and the exciting developments in the field. Listeners will learn about various tools available for individuals of all ages, including smartwatches that assist with daily routines and innovative applications that foster social interaction and skill development.
00:00 Introduction
02:42 Milton is the State Director of Enabling Technology for DDA
06:03 Peach is a co-trainer at My Tech for All.
07:57 Milton: Peach has a smart microwave that works with Alexa and Google
13:55 Technology is always evolving, right?
16:10 The Department of Disability and Aging has a website for enabling technology
19:07 Smart Home Models in Tennessee.
Don't miss the upcoming Resource Ability Employment Expo on May 7th in Dyersburg, Tennessee, where you can discover more resources for individuals with disabilities!