Assistive Technology Webinar Series

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Dr. Therese Willkomm is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy and the Director of New Hampshire’s State Assistive Technology Program with the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire.  She holds a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Technology from the University of Pittsburgh and has over 25 years experience in providing/managing assistive technology services.  She is known nationally and internationally as “The McGyver of Assistive Technology” and also the “App Guru.”   Dr. Willkomm has presented in 38 states, five foreign counties, and three U.S. Territories and authored 22 publications including her most recent book titled “Make A Difference Today - Assistive Technology Solutions in Minutes.”

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JULY 17, 2025 AT 12PM EST

Assistive Technology to Reduce Slips, Trips, and Falls:

This webinar will discuss and demonstrate over 50 different solutions that can be used to reduce slips, trips, and falls at home and around the farm to reduce secondary injuries experienced by farmers with disabilities.

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JULY 24, 2025 AT 12PM EST

Making Jigs and Fixtures to Reduce Physical, Sensory and Cognitive Demands for Completing Work Tasks:

This webinar will discuss and demonstrate an assortment of jigs and fixtures that can be used to accommodate for various disabilities and to increase productivity in completing essential work tasks. 

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AUGUST 7, 2025 AT 12PM EST

Discovering the Joy of Making Assistive Technology - Methods, Materials, Tools and Resources:

This webinar will discuss and demonstrate an assortment of methods, materials, tools, and resources for making assistive technology solutions that embrace the “…ABLE Principles” - adjustable, collapsible, bendable, reusable, affordable, washable, durable and more.

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