After two tours in the Middle East and several combat-related injuries, John decided it was time to rejoin civilian life and hone new skill sets in the business technology world. John runs a small business out of his house and uses SimplyHome technology to set the scene for a day of working from home.
Read MoreSimplyHome celebrates October - National Disability Employment Awareness Month, or #NDEAM!
Read MoreIn some ways, for the adult with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) who wants to be independent, the world has never looked brighter. Today we are exploring how adults with autism can use SimplyHome technology to enable them to live on their own in the community while meeting the challenges of everyday life.
Read MoreFor the Alzheimer’s caregiver, assistive technology can create a stronger safety net for their loved one, allowing the caregiver to receive alerts when additional support is needed. These alerts can be sent to multiple family members, enabling families to distribute caregiving responsibilities and take better care of themselves and their loved ones.
Read MoreAssistive technology – particularly customized remote support technology – can enable a person with TBI to take more ownership of daily life, gaining greater independence and asserting the dignity of taking reasonable risks.
Read MoreFrom Alaska to New York, from Canada to California, wherever SimplyHome goes, you can be sure we are working to enable people to live more independently by using technology. “For someone with a disability, technology can make things possible,” Jason Ray says.
Read MoreSimplyHome is proud to announce that our Chief Development Officer, Jason Ray, has been awarded the 2017 Small Business Leader of the Year Award by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Read More“With Xia, I got so much more than I merely hoped for – I got what I dreamed of. I dreamed of staff that would love him and care for his emotional health – even when at times he is hard to love. I dreamed of staff that would look for innovative solutions to problems as they arose – because we knew that there would be problems."
Read MoreA former resident of Kenya? An expert on bullets? Or a homebody? Meet Jessica, the newest member of our Customer Service team at SimplyHome. Jessica has already made a big impact and has proven herself to be a quick learner and excellent team player!
Read MoreAccustomed to fighting for freedom, Charles was determined not to let his disability take his own independence. He longed to be more active. His new tablet gives him more freedom to move around the community and to connect with friends and family through his touchscreen tablet.
Read MoreLanguage not only creates barriers -- it can also build bridges. That's why we are taking time to revisit the idea of language being person-centered, especially as we continue to work with people in the disability community. Want to use empowering, respectful language? Here are ten ways to make your language more person-centered.
Read MoreThe Asheville Chamber of Commerce has announced SimplyHome as a winner of the 2017 Sky High Growth Award.
“The Sky High Growth Award is a tribute to the success of these businesses and to their contribution to our local economy,” said Kit Cramer, President & CEO of the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce. “It is also a tribute to our vibrant community where people and businesses thrive.”
Several SimplyHome staff were on hand to accept the award and celebrate the success of local businesses.
Read MoreTech leader Therap features both SimplyHome and the Charles Lea Center in their newest video, which highlights the role of assistive technology in providing state-of-the-art, affordable, and person-centered care. The Charles Lea Center in Spartanburg, SC has worked with SimplyHome to pioneer the implementation of technology in their organization, one of the first in South Carolina.
Read MoreSmart-home technology: It's not just for adults! Smart technology can be extremely beneficial to children, providing them with natural supports. Developing independent living skills from a young age prepares children for the transition to adulthood and community-based living.
Read MoreEfrain uses SimplyHome technologies to increase independence with respect to his health. He uses Telehealth devices that record his blood sugar and blood pressure levels. He also uses a medication dispenser, which allows him to start his day and take medication without assistance from staff. “I like just getting up and being able to get going,” said Efrain. “It’s my own routine, I don’t have to wait for staff.”
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