What Is Assistive Techology?
Assistive technology has become an integral part of many services throughout the Western Maryland Hospital Center. An assistive technology device is any item, piece of equipment or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional abilities of persons with disabilities.
An assistive technology device can be "high tech" or "low tech". Assistive technology can enable an individual to participate more inclusively at school, home and in the community. It promotes independence and
reduces the need for paid assistance. Employment is also obtainable which increases a person's earning
potential and quality of life.
The inter-disciplinary team of service providers at the Western Maryland Hospital Center is committed to helping people become more effective in their daily lives with assistive technology.
Seating and Mobility
Custom wheelchair selection and fitting services are provided to improve mobility, body stability, sitting posture,
trunk/head support, and reduce pressure on skin's surface at a special seating clinic held monthly at the Robinwood Clinic in Hagerstown. For further information, contact the WMHC Patient Resource Center at 301-766-9155.
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