Assistive Technology Clinic
3560 Bathurst Street M6A2E1 Toronto, ON, Canada

Following up on our post from yesterday about the awesomeness of spoons (yup, spoons can be pretty terrific!) we wanted to share an article with some other devi...ces that help bring independence back to the dinner table: https://evika.io//3-devices-to-bring-independence-back-to- #neatereater #elispoon #obieating

Spoons... Yes, you read that right. You should be thinking about spoons. We've seen some amazing innovations in spoons for people with neurological disorders . ... We love the simplicity of the Eli Spoon. It has counter weights and pivot points to keep the spoon scoop level no matter the orientation of the handle. https://evika.io/product/ELISPOON_ELISPOON Similar to the Eli Spoon, the Liftware Level is a self leveling spoon, designed to keep your food on the spoon scoop, regardless of your hand position. It's also great for people who might not be able to hold the spoon with the handle in a level position, perhaps due to spasticity. Check out the Liftware here: https://evika.io/product/LIFTWARE_LEVEL_STARTER_KIT The Gyenno is an electronic gadget designed to stabilize the attached utensil (could be a spoon or a fork) and reduces the effect of hand tremors up to 85%! Nifty! https://evika.io/product/GYENNO_ANTI-TREMOR_SPOON There is so much innovation out there to help people eat independently. Please spend some time thinking about spoons today! If you come across any cool innovations, send them our way! #independentliving #evikaliving #disabilities #gyenno #liftware #elispoon #eating

Parkinson Canada has released information regarding COVID-19 for people living with Parkinson’s Disease. We encourage you all to read the contents of this page carefully. https://www.parkinson.ca/parkinson-canadas-action-plan-for/ The information is constantly being updated, so be sure to check regularly for updates. We will not summarize the information here; we encourage you to get the latest information directly from the source. Please visit Parkinson Canada and follow th...em on Twitter. If you are feeling stress and anxiety due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we recommend this helpful handout made by the Harvard medical university. https://www.harvard.edu//coronavirus_HUHS_managing_fears_A For further resources on living with Parkinson’s Disease, please take a look at the Live Well with Parkinson and Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance websites: http://www.livewellwithparkinsons.com/ https://www.pmdalliance.org/social-distancing-coronavirus/ Stay inside as much as possible, and stay safe!

In preparation for #InternationalWomensDay , one of our patients shared some kind words and handcrafted necklaces for the women of the Assistive Technology Clinic. It is an honour for us to work with patient's who inspire us everyday! Reach out to the women in your life who inspire you, it will make their day just like our patient made ours. ... #WomenInHealthcare #WomenInSTEM #ATCinnovates #ATCinspires

A quick reminder of the signs of stroke. Remember, time is brain! #heartandstrokemonth #strokerehab #preventativecare #ATCeducates #timeisbrain

Roses are red. Violets are blue. If you need neuro rehab. ATC is here for you. ... #ATCinnovates #ATCloves #NeuroRehab

Season's greetings from ATC. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season! Please be advised that our clinic will be closed December 24th, 2019 - January 02, 2020. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the new year. #seasonsgreetings #happyholidays #ATCcelebrates

Our ATC team is excited for game 6! Go raptors go! #TorontoRaptors #ATCcheers

Nurses dispense comfort, compassion and caring without even a prescription. A special thank you to our dedicated nurses, who tirelessly devote their time and energy to deliver high quality patient centered care. #NursesWeek #ATCnurses #NursesRock #NurseAppreciation #ATCinnovates

Another great Seating and Mobility Clinical education day for the student Occupational Therapists at University of Toronto. We hope they take what they learned today and enhance the lives of their future patients.

Today is National Carers Day. A #CARER is a person who takes on an unpaid caregiving role for a family member or friend living with disability, injury, or illness. Carers play an invaluable role in the lives of those they assist, and in the larger healthcare community. 1 in 4 Canadians is a carer, which means you probably know someone in this role. Take a moment today to recognize this person and thank them for all that they give & do. If you're a CARER, we know that caregivi...ng can be rewarding, but it certainly isn't always easy. A number organizations offer support for carers. Check out the Ontario Caregiver Coalition for more information and links to local resources. http://www.ontariocaregivercoalition.ca/caregiver-resources #ATCeducates #ATCappreciates #NationalCarersDay #CaregiverAwareness #thnxforcaring

"My ability is stronger than my disability" #TommyAdaptive #AdaptiveClothing #OccupationalTherapy #ATCeducates #ATCinnovates https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKwlIrcxV7g

Our Memory and Language Programs is one of our fastest-growing programs, as we target cognitive and communication changes within the context of Parkinson's disease (PD). Speak to one of our speech-language pathologists/ occupational therapists to learn more! #ATCinnovates #ATCeducates #cognitivecommunication #nonmotorPDsymptoms #brainhealth #Parkinsonsdisease

Do you have a list of things you have always wanted to do but can never find the time for? This week, we're challenging you to carve out some time for one thing on that list! #MotivationMondays #makingtime #ATCmotivates #bucketlist

We're wrapping up Brain Awareness Week with a PSA from #TheDanaFoundation . Try incorporating some of these evidence-based tips for healthy aging into your routine. Your brain will thank you. https://www.youtube.com/watch #BAW #BrainAwareness #ATCeducates #BrainHealth #SuccessfulAging #HealthyAging #SelfCare

Can brain games really give you a boost? Does your diet affect your recall? Find out in the article below, where an expert from John Hopkin's busts myths about memory & aging. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org//heal/memory-myth-vs-truth #BAW #BrainAwareness #ATCeducates #BrainHealth #MythBusters #SuccessfulAging #HealthyAging #SelfCare

"Whether you learn to play a musical instrument or speak another language, you’re training your brain to be more efficient." Dr. Claude Alain, senior scientist at Baycrest’s Rotman Research Institute, discusses his research on music, bilingualism and the brain. Chrissy Pearson, certified music therapist at Baycrest, discusses how she uses music to unlock connections to memories in patients with dementia. https://www.baycrest.org//Bay/Next-Chapter/Dr-Claude-Alain https://ww...w.baycrest.org//Baycrest-St/Care/Chrissy-Pearson #BAW #BrainAwareness #BrainResearch #CanadianSTEAM #ATCeducates

Brain Awareness Week continues! Today, we're giving a shoutout to one of our host facilities, Baycrest Health Sciences. Baycrest is a global leader in cognitive neurosciences and memory research, with a special focus on brain health and aging. Baycrest clinicians put research into practice each day through a variety of evidence-based programs and services for older adults. Together, Baycrest researchers and clinicians have developed Cogniciti, a free resource to screen for memory changes in adults over the age of 40. Follow the link to learn your brain health score, and to access Cogniciti's free online brain health information and tools. https://cogniciti.com/ #BAW #Brainawareness #HealthyAging #ATCeducates

March 11-17 is Brain Awareness Week. At ATC, we believe in innovative, evidence-based practice. That's why brain research matters to us. Knowledge is power, and the more we know about the brain, the better we can be at preventing, diagnosing and treating our clients. Today, we're celebrating the Canadian researchers who've paved the way for future discoveries. Thank you for your contributions. https://braincanada.ca//celebrating-canadian-leadership-i/ #BAW #BrainAwareness #ATCinnovates #ATCcelebrates #OhCanada

The Dietitians of Canada report that adults who eat with friends and family or in groups tend to eat more nutritious meals, have lower body mass indexes and lower rates of malnutrition. So this weekend, get out and enjoy a nice meal with your friends and family! Don't let your mobility issues stop you, check out these wheelchair accessible restaurants in Toronto. #NutritionMonth #ATCnourishes #ATCeducates #ATCinnovates https://www.blogto.com//the_top_10_wheelchair_accessible_/

In honour of International Women's Day, we'd like to acknowledge two very influential women we have the pleasure of working with everyday. Dr. Galit Kleiner is the Medical Director of our Jeff and Diane Ross Movement Disorders Clinic and an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Toronto. She is also the creator of Live Well with Parkinson’s, a website devoted to giving people with Parkinson’s practical strategies for living well. Dr. Anita Madan is our other n...eurologist who works with individuals with Parkinson's as well as other movement disorders. She provides exceptional care for her patients with aims to improve quality of life. Take a moment today to acknowledge the powerful women in your life! #girlpower #ATCcelebrates #womeninnovate #womeninstem