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| Thread ID: 65617 | 2006-01-24 20:26:00 | complete computer replacement question | effie c (6856) | Press F1 |
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| 423940 | 2006-01-24 20:26:00 | Hi, I have received a request as to what computer to buy, from a cerebral palsy victim, who has been using my old Compaq windows 95.- WITH 1 gB H/D. I believe she is inline for a share on her parent's estate ( now both deceased) and as she is nearly housebound she wants to know what she should get . She is also very secretive about what is coming to her- to the point I had to stand on my dignity and point out that I did not want to know details, but I must know the parameters I have to work with. She wants a "black one with a flat panel monitor" and to me Dell as in junk mail is the one to get---but she, as I see it would have to get everything by courier etc and if help was needed - ring India - and she is not up to that. I know who will be called on to help-me. ----so a local computer supplier would be best.I suggest that she get around a 3 gb Cpu and a flat monitor of at least 17 " size, plus about 80 gb h/d.and 1 gb Ram.- plus as Dell offer, a printer to match. As she wants to work with both photos and media computer work.( to keep her quite good brain going) Would some kind person put in writing the details for her please? I think, about $1500 would be around her price- though she did think a new computer was going to be $5000 odd, and when I assured her she would not have to spend anywhere near that,I gather she could spend more than the $1500 as above. effie c |
effie c (6856) | ||
| 423941 | 2006-01-24 21:06:00 | I would suggest you pop in and see the people at:- PBTech 550 Anglesea St Hamilton. Phone 07-839-6518 http://www.pbtechnz.com/ I have bought heaps of stuff from there and had no problem with warranty issues. The person to talk to is Du. I am quite sure they will custom build for you. |
Elephant (599) | ||
| 423942 | 2006-01-24 21:13:00 | Also look into a specially designed mouse, There are many on the market from oversized balls to joysticks that make it easier for people to use them. Strangly enough not a single one of my suppliers have them available but the office supply store where I get my pens has an entire shelf full.And factor in software for her comp, that can hike up the bill. Something like Adobe Photoshop Elements sounds like the ticket. and a 19" LCD. |
Metla (12) | ||
| 423943 | 2006-01-24 22:28:00 | Hi, I have received a request as to what computer to buy, from a cerebral palsy victim, c Just to be picky. That should be CP sufferer. Not victim. I have come across a few people who have had bad experiences with PB. Can't suggest an alternative locally as I am not familiar with other Hamilton stores but how about Ascent? Or even Metla - if local isn't a priority. At least you know you'll get quality components in the PC and not rubbish ones. |
pctek (84) | ||
| 423944 | 2006-01-24 22:56:00 | This may be a sensitive issue, but is she a client of CCS? I mention this because CCS have done a lot of work on computer technology for their clients. They may have someone who can do an assessment of what is required (if she has particular issues with mobility for example), and suppliers already teed up who can supply any specific equipment should she need it. There may be some special deals for their clients. I know not everyone loves being associated with CCS, and your friend may be one of them, which is why I say this could be a sensitive issue. There is quite a lot of adaptive equipment for computing listed on the Weka website if you know where to look for it, and the extent of the equipment gives an idea of how complex this situation COULD be: http://www.weka.net.nz/ BTW pctek, I am really out of date with the language that people with disabilities prefer to use, but last I heard "sufferer" was just as bad as "victim". The last I heard, it was simply "I have received a request as to what computer to buy, from someone who has cerebral palsy". Much simpler. But as I say, I may be out of date, because these language things change all the time. Cheers John |
John H (8) | ||
| 423945 | 2006-01-24 23:04:00 | Oh, and one other thing, there used to be subsidies available for some equipment under the Disabled Persons Community Welfare Act. I am totally out of date with this now, but it may be possible for your friend to access some financial support/subsidy if a computer is necessary for communication, employment etc. She would need to go through a needs assessment first. If you think this is a possibility, it would be wise to discuss this first before buying anything - I imagine that there would be no assistance available if she bought first and then asked. The local branch of CCS could advise on this. |
John H (8) | ||
| 423946 | 2006-01-25 00:34:00 | CCS. My brother got one from them ages ago, but he was doing a PC course... Anyway it was average. He has since got a MUCH better quality one( or two or three )from me. |
pctek (84) | ||
| 423947 | 2006-01-25 02:47:00 | I'm a bit out of date regarding PC's with people with special needs. I know Windows XP supports a number of "Accessibility Options", including stickykeys, filterkeys, togglekeys, and high contrast settings. I haven't come across much in the way of hardware however. I got zero results for the following from Ascent or Paradigm: * accessibility * accessible * disability |
kingdragonfly (309) | ||
| 423948 | 2006-01-25 03:00:00 | If you go to the Weka page (see my earlier post) and type Computers into the search box, you will get a very large list of computer equipment for people with special needs. There is another list of suppliers elsewhere on the site. John |
John H (8) | ||
| 423949 | 2006-01-25 20:11:00 | Hi all, Now those replies justified my request - thank you all and well done. elephant: I think your address for her is ideal- as you say they can supply support, and as I am not as mobile as I used to be will take some weight off me.Though I know I will be leaned on as she gets into the brown stuff - XP is way way above anything she is used to. Metla you have also come up with good help, and thank you. PCTek also, as with the rest - all of who have NOT put in silly repiles over a straight out charity request. As to PC statement on cerebral Palsy- Annette has fought hard all her life - is a sufferer, is a victim, etc so when, as has happens she really pisses me off, it is par for her ailment and we do not need anything more than ignoring a PC title but to help By the way CCS have been very helpful - ie roof racks etc but have not encouraged a good brain to up grade to XP etc--" she has had her share of help" etc and these cracks do not amuse me I think it unlikely in the end run that she will get her "black one" (Dell ? )but I will try and keep you all informed Thanks again effie c |
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