There's an increasing demand for the technology from disabled users. The special technology center looks like most other computer labs. Natural light pours from windows located high on the cathedral ceilings. Seven new PCs and one Macintosh computer sit at wood desks. The clean, white-walled room smells of new carpet.
Closer inspection unveils subtle modifications.
The blue-green carpet is a sturdy flat nap, easy for wheelchairs to maneuver. The desks roll and adjust to fit a wheelchair or make room for a seeing-eye dog. Portable power stations eliminate cords that can snag a walker or trip low-sighted individuals. The special technology center buzzes with activity during open lab sessions. Someday I'd like to have my own computer.