Technology has helped us to learn how capable some people are. More people need to hear the success stories. Policymakers need to understand how assistive technology can save money by fostering independence and by helping people to have jobs. Professionals and parents and consumers need to understand what is possible. People need to be strong and clear in their advocacy for the increased availability of assistive technology.
Technology accommodates functional limitations.
Action must be taken to assure creative application and access efforts, to share information, to fund training, and to carry out the research and development that expands on the promise of technology for people with disabilities. The cost of doing so will be far outweighed by savings in productivity, economic growth, human dignity and well-being. MN Governor's Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities. Full implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Securing technological devices for application and trial application for people whose needs are presently known.