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Friends of Hawaii Charities awarded ATRC a $7,500 grant to continue its Link IT! Program. Link IT! is a transition-based training and demonstration program for youth with disabilities, aged 14 - 21, leaving the high school system.
Through this program, students can increase their knowledge of Assistive Technology as they enter higher education, employment and community living. ATRC collaborates with other agencies, academic counselors, and employment related-organizations, such as Abilities Unlimited and Vocational Rehabilitation, to provide well-rounded transition-based services.
"Through Link IT! ATRC collaborates with the Department of Education, private schools and employment related programs. These programs will provide students with valuable knowledge and resources to assist with the move from high school to other areas of life." said Barbara Fischlowitz-Leong, ATRC executive director.
Want more information? Contact Jodi Asato at jodi@atrc.org or 532-7111. |
CAMP COOL Update: Volunteers Needed
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ATRC's Camp Cool in July is filled to capacity. The second Camp Cool will be held on August 7th and 14th . Register now, there's still space available!
We are seeking motivated and reliable volunteers for both camps. We are looking for volunteers who:
- Work well with children and may have worked with children with disabilities
- Have knowledge with computers and software programs, particularly with graphic design, video production and editing
- Commit to volunteering on both Saturdays
- Be reliable and trustworthy
- Have a background check
There will be a mandatory training meeting prior to each camp.
Want more information? Contact Dara Fukuhara at dara@atrc.org or 532-7119. |
ATRC's Recent AT Demos and Training
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April and May were busy months for ATRC. We presented and exhibited at the Special Parent's Information Network (SPIN) Conference at UH Manoa in April. At the conference families had an opportunity to network and learn.
ATRC at SPIN conference | Our workshop was in partnership with Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii (LDAH). Popular training devices that ATRC demonstrated at it's workshop
included the "new" Smart Pen, the Amazon Kindle and the Fusion Writer.
Other ATRC exhibits/presentations featured the latest AT were at the Hawaii United Okinawa Association Senior Fair, Easter Seals/Aloha STAC Demonstration Event, Arcadia Retirement Residence and the PacRim Conference. |
