Family Tech Hacks

Tara Shade, Mom, will be sharing from one parent to other parents about how her family has utilized Alexa to assist all of her children to be more independent. She will talk specifically about how she uses Alexa/Echo Dot with their 15 year-old son, who is on the autism spectrum. She can coach you on how to set up the app on your phone and begin using Alexa immediately. Bring your Alexa, too, and get help setting up app.

Liz Galt, Self-Advocate will explain how the Proloquo2 app helps children and adults who are non-verbal to communicate and build their language skills. Hear about her non-profit program, Liza’s iPads for Autism.

Colette Canchola, Mom, will share how she and her son used everyday technology they already owned for new purposes and her favorite free apps to help she and her son navigate the community safely and reduce anxiety without breaking the bank. The hacks featured in this session will range from free to $100 and can be purchased locally or on sites like Amazon.com.

Michele Thomason, Mom, will show you how her family uses Google Keep to help them stay organized, by color coding information by class period or teacher,
scheduling reminders for assignments, setting due dates, and saving audio, photos, and clippings from the web. Bring your device to get help in setting up the app.

Rachel Hiles, millennial caregiver to her grandma, Barbara, will share how she uses Nest, a popular off-shelf technology. Rachel will show you how Nest helps her help Grandma stay warm and comfortable and safe and secure. She will also bring information comparing similar products and services.