The Manhattan Adult Attention Deficit Disorder Support Group
www.maaddsg.org
Our Goal Is To Offer Support And Information To Adults In New York City
And The Surrounding Communities With ADD/ADHD
We Are Not "Lazy, Crazy, Or Stupid"
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Coping Strategies

 

Kathy McHale, M.Ed.,
 
Founder, Technology  For Memory And Organization, Needham, MA; author, The Resource Guide to Assistive Technology For Memory & Organization (2003). "Get organized!" was the advice of our April speaker, but that's often easier said than done. Toward this end, ADD adults have turned to a variety of devices -- high-tech and low-tech -- to help keep themselves on track. We wish to thank Boston-area consultant, trainer and author Kathy McHale for her presentation. She recommended several web sites to help us decide what technology resources to use.
 
Selling Tech;
www.epill.com - electronic medication reminders& other electronic reminders
www.dynamic-living.com -a wide variety of products with a special selection of memory aids
www.bindependent.com - products helpful for individuals with brain injuries, with  a special emphasis on memory aids.
www.timetimer.com - visual timers & C. D.
www.attainmentcompany.com - TimePad, StepPad, Various digital
voice recorders.
www.independentliving.com  - products for daily living, including calendars, recorders, timers, for people with or without visual, hearing & motor disabilities
www.learningservicesinc.com  Here is some information on the software cue cards that were mentioned at the meeting. They are called Flip Cards, and they are available for MS Access, MS Word, MS Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and more. You can find out more or order them from Learning Services, or by calling 800-877-3278. They cost between $6.99 and $13.95.
 
Free services:
 
www.yahoo.com -free calendar, address & e mail reminder service.
www.mycorkboard.com - free computer based sticky-notes that appear on your screen.
www.rememberit.com -free reminders in over 13 categories.
www.lifestylus.com - database of PDA software, organized by categories of activities & occupations.
 
About Our Presenter:
Ms. McHale has over six years' experience working in information, referral and training related to assistive technology. She has also tutored in general and special education at the elementary through college levels. E Mail: cognidata@hotmail.com
 

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