Access to computer-based leisure for individuals with profound disabilities.
Advances in computer technology and the Internet have meant that more and more occupations can be made available to disabled individuals, including occupations generally considered to be leisure. However, computers and the Internet also provide barriers to access for these individuals. This article discusses some of these barriers, solutions to them and highlights the complexities involved in the provision of a computer-based assistive technology solution for access to leisure for a profoundly disabled young lady. It also points out the need for the input of a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team in the assessment for and provision of such a system.
Bache
Jane
J
Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, London, UK. jbache@rhn.org.uk
Derwent
Gary
G
D000328:Adult; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D003143:Communication Devices for People with Disabilities; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D007899:Leisure Activities; D014584:User-Computer Interface