Tiger Eyes
About this project
Kevin’s team worked with him closely to create a software solution which allows for sites and searches of Kevin’s favorite subjects to be available on his desktop in large, easy-to-click icons. They also created a large, easy-to-use button that Kevin can operate. The sites Kevin wishes to access are then automatically put into a custom text-speech program to allow Kevin to access the content independently.
The challenge
Kevin would like a system that will allow him to do these tasks independently without the need to rely on others.
Who it helps
Mike is the Customer & Community Engagement Manager at Scope whose client Kevin Thomas is in his 50’s and has a complex physical disability. This means that he uses alternative ways to communicate and has only very limited use of his arms and head. Kevin isn't able to use eye tracking technologies but can operate switches if they are large. Kevin loves the Richmond Football Team and Horse Racing and would like the opportunity to be able to access this information via the Internet and have it spoken to him. Currently, Kevin relies on others to help him set up a computer, find the information, and work with him closely to access the exact information he is looking for.
Project details
- Stage: Concept
- Built by the Melbourne community, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Team: Kevin
- Category: Daily Living
An open-source assistive technology project shared free by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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