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ATRC's New Office Location!
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ATRC has successfully moved
Stop by and visit us!
Our office hours are: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Please change our address in your system. Phone numbers and email addresses remain the same:
Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii
200 N. Vineyard Blvd, Suite 430
Honolulu HI 96817
Phone: 808-532-7110
Toll Free: 808-645-3007
Fax: 808-532-7120
E-mail: atrc-info@atrc.org
Website: www.atrc.org
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Mokoli'i Paddle Classic
"Paddling for Possibilities"
September 15, 2012
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SEPTEMBER 15, 2012, SATURDAY
KUALOA BEACH PARK
TIME: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
COST:
$45 Early Registration Fee
($55 Late registration after September 9, 2012)
ATRC is proud to announce that the Center on Disability Studies at the University of Hawaii, Manoa (CDS) has joined us as a co-sponsor for Mokoli'i Paddle Classic "Paddling for Possibilities" on September 15, 2012.
CDS is a University of Hawaii Board of Regents recognized center that develops and conducts interdisciplinary education/training, research/demonstration, evaluation, and university and community service. CDS is also well known for its annual Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity held annually in Honolulu, Hawaii. The conference has been widely recognized over the past 27 years as one of the most "diverse gatherings" in the world.
Event Update:
A large number of food truck vendors and exhibitors have confirmed their attendance at the Mokoli'i Paddle Classic "Paddling for Possibilities" event. Below are early registered vendors and exhibitors:
- Mike's Huli Hawaii
- Dos Locos
- Soul Patrol
- Access Surf Hawaii
- Retina Institute of Hawaii
- The Center on Disability Studies at UHM
- Waiahole Poi Factory
- Papahana Kualoa
- Makai Magazine
- Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii
- Puakea Foundation
If you are interested in being a vendor, exhibitor or volunteer at the Mokoli'i Paddle Classic, please contact Samantha Siscon at 808-956-9823 or via email at pad4pass@hawaii.edu
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on the Mokoli'i Paddle Classic.
For the latest news and update on the Race,
Don't forget to register online
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Summer Employment Experience at ATRC
By Onkar Nerurkar at Ho'opono
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I have been working as a summer intern since 2009. This internship was organized by my DVR counselor at Ho'opono Rehabilitation Center of the Pacific. ATRC has been running a summer employment program to help students with visual disabilities, like me, gain work experience in a position that could be a career choice. As a young adult, I always have had a fascination for technology, especially how to use technology to create positive change in life; and this summer employment program at ATRC has provided me with some valuable experiences that I would like to highlight here.
First, I achieved hands-on experience with assistive technology (AT). This opportunity has opened doors for me as I have been able to see what a hugh impact I can make on other people's lives. When I first started working at ATRC, I did not know what to expect or know how to work with clients with hearing and learning disabilities. Learning by doing, I gained the knowledge and experience myself by providing services to ATRC clients with hearing impairments. Working at the center I realized that I would not be able assist and educate someone with AT if I did not have information on his/her background, type of disability he/she has, and the purpose(s) for using.
In addition, I have been give the opportunity to provide AT demonstrations for both individuals and (small and large) groups of ATRC clients. I have learned that in order to teach someone technology, I must take one step at a time. Sometimes, I had to explain the concept multiple times to help clients understand how to use the product properly and efficiently. Working with clients has helped me with my communication, public speaking skills, overall confidence, and patience.
Teamwork is another skill I have learned and experienced while working at ATRC. I had to collaborate with co-workers to accomplish tasks and missions to meet deadlines, such as writing electronic bulletins and client training. I have realized that in an office environment, one needs collaboration and coordination skills to implement work efficiently.
All these experiences would have not been possible without the help of my DVR counselor - Annette Tashiro. Also, I would like to extend my thanks to Barbara Fischlowitz-Leong, the CEO of ATRC as well as her staff, for employing and educating me during my internship at the organization. Whether as an employee or a volunteer, I will continue working at ATRC and helping individuals at AT.
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| Accessibility Options for Hawaii Voters with Disabilities | | |
Voters in Hawaii can request an E-Slate at all polling places. E-Slate offers headphone and neck loop audio options for the blind or visually impaired, Jelly or sip n' puff controls as alternative input devices.
Other devices available at all polling places include hand-held magnifiers, signature guides, pen grips, and communication cards using American Sign Language grammar.
For specialized accommodations, call the Office of Elections at least five working days prior to your voting date at 453-8683 (Voice) or 453-6150 (TTY). For more information please visit
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The National Report Available Now
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AT Act Data Brief, Issue No. 3 (2011) provides a National Summary of AT Program Outcomes for Fiscal Year 2011. The bulletin highlights results of diverse programs at the state level, including Device Demonstration, Device Loan, Device Reutilization, State Financing, as well as Consumer Satisfaction Ratings. This bulletin can be downloaded from
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