North Shore Towers Courier n May 2013 49 A lifespAn of progrAms And services ThAT educATe, employ And empower children And AdulTs wiTh disAbiliTies AdApTed driver educATion The Adapted Driver Education program is designed to assess the ability of persons with disabilities, aging adults and senior citizens to drive and to teach them how to utilize assistive devices as needed and operate modified and traditional vehicles. Thoroughly trained occupational therapists and professional driver education instructors perform the pre-driver evaluations and conduct lessons in modern, state-of-the art cars and vans. Kornreich Technology cenTer (KTc) KTC promotes the full participation and independence of people with disabilities and aging issues, by enhancing their capabilities in school, at work, and in the community: • Assistive Technology Evaluations • Training • Consultations • Educational Services • Equipment Leasing • Return to Work Initiatives and Reduction of Workers Compensation For the aging population, one of KTC’s most commonly accessed services is assistance in understanding the use of and eliminating the fear of today’s changing communication devices, such as: • Smart phone • Tablets • Laptops • Desktops • Use of various operating systems To learn more or to schedule an assistive technology evaluation, contact [email protected] or call cindy roth at (516) 465-1614 The pre-driver evaluation assesses the individual’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and includes a: • Cognitive/perceptual evaluation • In-vehicle evaluation • Technical assistance and consultation for additional information call: ed colverd, director of Adapted driver education program 516-465-1506 or email ed at: [email protected] Referrals are accepted, including: ACCES-VR, school districts, insurance companies, Veteran’s Administration, hospitals, physicians, Workmen’s Comp and self-referrals. Visit Us at the 2013 Health & Financial Expo ANTIQUES WANTED: Buyer of Fine Arts and Antiques for Over 30 Years Careful management of your precious estate heirlooms and buying and liquidation of your estate is our top priority. In addition to antique buying, we also can provide estate clean out services. We’re your premier antique buyers. • Antiques • Oil Paintings • Sterling Silver • Jewelry • Porcelains • Bronzes • Carved Furniture • Clocks • Bronze Statues Garden City H I G H E S T C A S H P R I C E S P A I D I M M E D I A T E L Y Antiques and Fine Arts, Ltd. Member of the American Society of Appraisers and the Better Business Bureau 718-347-0900 www.gardencityantiques.com if busy 516-524-6000
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