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Program Direct
Driver Rehabilitation Services from ReTech |
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| Restoring mobility
at home and at work |
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| For people with disabling injuries or
illnesses, returning to the least restrictive environment
at home and work is a crucial part of rehabilitation. |
| ReTech helps people realize these goals and enables
them to function more easily and independently in their
daily lives, by identifying possible issues and providing
effective solutions. |
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ReTech's offers
the expertise of nationally known experts and specialty services
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ReTech offers the expertise of nationally recognized and known
experts and specialty services in the fields of:
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The ReTech team is comprised
of Assistive Technology Practitioners (allied health professional
specializing in adaptive devices), Certified Driver Rehabilitation
Specialists, Wheelchair Seating Specialists, Vocational Rehabilitation
Counselors, physical therapy assistants and rehabilitation engineers. |
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Driver Rehabilitation Program
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ReTech is a recognized leader
in the field of driver rehabilitation. A variety of services are
available to both individuals and organizations, including: |
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Driver Evaluation
Initiated on a physician’s order for services, funding agency,
or self-referred, the evaluation gives an objective assessment
of the individual’s potential to become a safe, independent
driver or to resume safe independent driving. The services
may be completed at the consumer’s home, or if a vocational
rehabilitation consumer, at the local counselor’s office.
The examination includes visual tests and a determination
of skills, as well as a behind-the-wheel evaluation. Detailed
recommendations are forwarded to the consumer, the referring
physician, as well as the vocational rehabilitation counselor
to implement a goal plan.
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Driver Rehabilitation
Implemented after the consumer has had a driver evaluation,
this program isolates specific driver impairment and provides
a program to compensate for the disability through the appropriate
application of technology and adaptive therapy strategies.
Programs may also be designed for persons who have never
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Vehicle Modification Consultation
This service assists the referring party in identifying
appropriate adaptive driving devices for safe independent
driving, following a program of driver rehabilitation or
education. The resulting report gives the consumer or counselor
a bid-ready document that can be used for a vehicle conversion.
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Vehicle Modification Aftercheck
This service is used to provide assurances that the equipment
recommended was properly installed and that the client is
able to independently use all intended functions and controls.
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Older Driver Program
This program evaluates the driving capacities of older adults
with the goal of increasing or maintaining independence
and safety. The program includes a comprehensive evaluation
of vision, reaction time, perception and cognitive skills.
Driver advisement and recommendations are made following
this program. |
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Questions? Call 800-987-2753 or email
mail@ReTech2000.com.
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Worksite Modifications
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Assistive
Technology Services
To help people with disabilities that have difficulty with access
at their workplace, ReTech Associates provides consultation services
to help sort out the issues of access and accommodation. A board
certified Assistive Technology Practitioner provides this service.
Services available include the following: |
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Assistive Technology Initial Assessment
This assessment is done at the person’s workplace and is
a prerequisite for developing a plan for environmental changes
to the workplace. This evaluation provides the referring
agent with the opportunity to obtain information regarding
the specific needs and problem areas in the work environment. |
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Work-site Modification Consultation
This service may be provided following the initial assessment
and can include the collection of work samples, introducing
appropriate Assistive Technology (AT) solutions and evaluating
competing technology options to enhance the worker’s performance.
The result will be a detailed plan and recommendation to
the referring agent to introduce specific AT devices. Leasing,
purchasing and funding strategies for the acquisition of
the AT device is part of this service.
Coordination, training, technical assistance, or other services
for the person with a disability, their families, and professional
employers is also facilitated. |
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Questions? Call 800-987-2753 or email
mail@ReTech2000.com.
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Home-Site Modifications |
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Assistive
Technology Services
To help people with disabilities that have difficulty with access
at home, ReTech Associates provides consultation services to help
sort out the issues of access and accommodation. A board certified
Assistive Technology Practitioner provides this service. Services
available include the following: |
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Assistive Technology Initial Assessment
This assessment is done at the person’s home and is a prerequisite
for developing a plan for environmental changes to the home.
This evaluation provides the referring agent with the opportunity
to obtain information regarding the specific needs and problem
areas in the home environment. |
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Home-Site Modification Consultation
This service is provided to families and agencies and follows
the AT Initial Assessment. An assessment of the home-site
and the need for and facilitate necessary modifications
which may include installation of ramps, widening doorways,
and modification of vehicles to accommodate the individual
with disabilities. This program has been particularly beneficial
to families caring for their child with developmental disabilities.
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Questions? Call 800-987-2753 or email
mail@ReTech2000.com.
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State Vocational Rehabilitation
Case Coordination |
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ReTech has assisted in the
development and implementation of statewide vehicle modification
standards and professional practices. Standards development and
state program implementation has been done with the states of Ohio,
Indiana, New York and Michigan. |
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Driver Rehabilitation
Interview and Case Coordination
Initiated on a referral by private or public vocational rehabilitation
agencies, ReTech schedules interviews at the consumer’s home or
workplace to assist in the development of a comprehensive licensing
and vehicle modification plan. ReTech writes detailed plans which
integrate and coordinate state motor vehicle law, federal motor
vehicle safety standards and state vocational rehabilitation policies.
ReTech then manages the process which includes: evaluation, training,
equipment recommendations, quote procurement, modification quote
review, state vehicle modification and federal motor vehicle safety
standard interpretation, contract selection, and finally vehicle
modification inspection to insure maximum success. Specific aspects
of this service include: |
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Assisting with identifying and scheduling
for services to be provided by driver and vehicle modification
evaluators, driver trainers, vehicle modification inspectors
with the experience, knowledge and equipment to provide
the needed services for specific customers. |
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Providing technical assistance to counselors
in response to counselor’s questions on specific customer
issues. |
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Reviewing vehicle modification evaluations
and vendor quotes for completeness and compliance with relevant
state Vehicle Modification Policy and Procedure Manual sections. |
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Questions? Call
800-987-2753 or email
mail@ReTech2000.com.
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Technical Assistance
to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors
ReTech provides individual research and provides recommendations
related to best practices, modification/adaptive equipment costs,
and policy and standards development for individual cases. Technical
recommendations for problem resolution are done through several
local, state and federal agencies. |
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Group Training Sessions
In order to effectively manage statewide programs, ReTech provides group-training
sessions on vehicle modification subjects relevant to services provided
by driver evaluators, driver educators and vehicle modification
inspectors. Individual training sessions can be provided to agencies,
vendors and manufacturers interested in the adapted driving industry.
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ReTech Driving Lessons |
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Driver Instruction
for the Disabled
ReTech specializes in the evaluation, rehabilitation and vehicle
modification planning for individuals who have disabilities. ReTech
is one of less than ten facilities in the state that has a certified
driver rehabilitation specialist on staff. |
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ReTech is a member of The Association of Driver Rehabilitation
Specialists, and maintains vehicles equipped with adaptive driving
devices to serve individuals with disabilities.
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ReTech Associates is a New
York State Department of Motor Vehicles certified driving school.
With our outstanding staff of driver education instructors we help
prepare new drivers for NYS road testing. A variety of services
are available to individuals including: |
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Adaptive Driving Lessons
Driving lessons are provided to students enrolled in the
ReTech driving school. Lessons are typically 45 minutes
in length and pick up from the student’s home can be arranged.
Driving lessons can be designed to augment the students
home practice time or can be provided exclusively by our
certified instructors. These can be provided by staff of
ReTech either at our location or from your home. Please
call or e-mail for information on prices and equipment available. |
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Questions? Call
800-987-2753 or email
mail@ReTech2000.com.
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