Richard

I enjoyed watching the video about Richard. Watching and hearing the process of the assesment was really helpful. I am not very computer savy, so I am amazed on how the video was done.
When I did the COPM on a student where I work, I did not feel confident in doing the interview.
I was not sure that I was asking the right questions. After viewing the video, I find that I was on the right track, but I still think I could have done better. Crystal did a great job in the interview with Richard and I think I have learned from watching it.
I found two articles that talk about devices that may be helpful for Richard. One article talks about NuVision. It is a light weight head-mounted mini visor containing a very small video camera and optical system. The camera projects images onto two small screens inside the visor. The article goes on to say that it is easy to use even for someone who is not familiar with technology. In the interview Richard talked about he was self conscious of people staring at him. He may not like this device as he would have to wear it. http://www.closingthegap.com/ctg2/solutions/editorial_detailsinline.lasso?Solutions_EditorialID=E476&-session=XServeAuthenticate:18A34CA6053a0282C4oXXT1666F6
The second article talks about a the Magni-Cam a small hand held camera. This device might work better for Richard. He would not have to wear it. It would be good for his reading, however I don't think it would work when he is in church to see the people. http://www.closingthegap.com/ctg2/solutions/editorial_detailsinline.lasso?Solutions_EditorialID=E393&-session=XServeAuthenticate:18A34CA6053a0282C4oXXT1666F6
The items that Crystal talked about to Richard in the interview may be better for him than either one of these.