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Peer Connections: Assistive Technology – Virtual

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Assistive technology is improving life for individuals living with an SCI. Smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices are helping with day-to-day activities. Carol Scovil, from Toronto Rehab’s Assistive Technology department joins us to show how technology can open doors….literally!

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM

Location:
Zoom Meeting. Please RSVP for log-in information

What technical set-up do I need? If you’ve never joined a Zoom call before here is a link to an informative and easy to follow YouTube video Joining a Zoom Call for the First Time
Do I have to use the video image? No. You can choose to start your video or not. If you choose not to you will still be able to see the presenters and participate.
Can I just call in? Yes. When you register you will receive log in details including call in options.
What about privacy? We’ll be hosting virtual meetings through Zoom for Healthcare, a platform that is geared to protect registered participants’ privacy.
Can I ask questions? Yes. After our guest speaker completes their presentation we will have a Q & A period. You will be able to either ask your question live or if you wish you can type in your question and we will ask it for you.
Can I join no matter where I live? Yes. This is a virtual event so it doesn’t matter where you are joining us from.

For more information contact:

Jaspreet Dhaliwal

416-422-5644, ext 263

Jaspreet.Dhaliwal@sciontario.org

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