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  • 25.01.2012: Are You Looking to Further Develop Your Health Professional Career?
    LifeTec is looking for a motivated experienced occupational therapist to provide consumer focused specialist services on assistive technology solutions in a wide range of clinical applications based in our Townsville office. ...more

  • 24.01.2012: Registrations open for free Product Update - Telecare and Telehealth
    Participants at this session will gain an up to date knowledge of the Telecare and Telehealth options now available including in home monitoring and GPS tracking systems. Date: Thursday 22nd March 2012, from 9am to 12noon. Location: LifeTec Brisbane Conference Room....more

  • 20.01.2012: Registrations open for Utilising iPad Technology for Communication workshop 10th February
    The Utilising iPad Technology for Communication workshop on February 9th is now full. Due to high demand, a second workshop will be run on February 10th. Registrations for this workshop are now open. Workshop registration form...more

  • 12.01.2012: Darling Downs Outreach 2012
    LifeTec will be visiting the Darling Downs region from the 19th - 23rd of March, 2012. This outreach trip will include visits to Pittsworth, Warwick, Goondiwindi, Cunnamulla, Stanthorpe, Inglewood, Texas, St George, Dirranbandi, Thargomindah and Millmerran. Registrations close 17th February, 2012. For further information, please click here (PDF) or call 1300 885 886. ...more

  • 12.01.2012: Central QLD Outreach 2012
    LifeTec will be visiting the Central QLD region from the 27th February - 2nd March, 2012. This outreach trip will include visits to Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Marlborough, Biloela, Gladstone, Emerald, Springsure, Blackwater, Moura, Theodore, Alpha, Capella, Rolleston, Anakie and Sapphire. Registrations close 27th January, 2012. For further information, please click here (PDF) or call 1300 885 886. ...more

  • 12.01.2012: Using Ipad for Communication
    This workshop provides participants with an update on the latest communication applications for the iPad, iPhone/Touch and other telecommunication devices. ...more

 

What is assistive technology?

Assistive technology is a device or system that provides people with practical solutions to everyday life activities.

Assistive technology can help people to:

  • Look after loved ones by assisting with showering, dressing, and eating
  • Make mobility safer and easier
  • Open jars and turn taps on and off
  • Make computers easier to use and screens clearer to read
  • Ensure personal safety by using personal alarm systems at home
  • Make recreational activities much easier
  • Plus countless other ideas

Follow this link to read more about assistive technology.

 

Towards Easier Living

LifeTec Queensland provides information, education, and consultation on how assistive technology can improve your quality of life and maintain your independence in the community.

Every day, LifeTec provides the knowledge and skills on how assistive technology can help people from all walks of life:

Choose the right assistive technology with help from a health professional

Keep up-to-date with our education programme

We can tailor any of our services for the indigenous community

A group of family carers discover a range of assistive technology that can help them care for their loved ones at home for longer and prevent admission to a nursing home.

A child with cerebral palsy trials a switch to enable him to use a computer and remain at his regular school.
A woman with multiple sclerosis discovers a scooter to help her access the community and continue to self-manage her health.

Indigenous health workers attend an information session on equipment suited for remote areas to enable their ageing elder to remain in the community.

An elderly gentleman trials a variety of pressure care cushions to reduce his chances of developing pressure sores.

A person with a mobility impairment trials a power wheelchair.
A group of special education teachers update their skills and knowledge on assistive technology for children with a disability.

A group of occupational therapists receive expert knowledge on the range of hoists available for lifting and transferring clients with a disability.

Follow this link to read more about LifeTec's services. 

 

 

LifeTec Queensland was formerly known as the Independent Living Centre Queensland.