The new StepPad may be a great resource for individuals who have difficulty completing multiple step tasks by themselves. With the StepPad, directions that are recorded are played back in a sequence, one step at a time, to prompt the user on what to do next. The device functions well as both a short-term teaching tool and a long-term adaptive aid.
The StepPad is very mobile and fits into one’s purse, pocket, and hands (even small hands!) It is comparable to a video game controller as the buttons are easy to press with one’s thumbs. The volume is easily accessible to one’s index fingers.
How the StepPad works:
- Press any of the four activity buttons to activate a step-by-step sequence. These buttons are easily labeled with a slide-in overlay plus an auditory cue.
- Users then hear the steps one step at a time by pressing the “Next” button. To repeat a step, simply press “Play.” Users may review previous steps with the “Back” button.
- StepPad allows users to record up to 29 steps for each activity. Within the device, there is an 8 activity limit (four activities, two levels) yielding up to 240 step-by-step recordings.
- “But don’t worry, it’s no big deal if you make a mistake. You can re-record any step without affecting other recordings. You can even insert a new step within a sequence while keeping all steps intact. You can also choose to lock StepPad into just a single activity, reducing the possibility of a user getting ‘lost’ and locking out the record and level changing functions.”
Features of the StepPad:
- Eight activities, 30 steps each
- Shared recording memory
- Ergonomic design
- Quick access to core messages
- Headphone jack
- Record, level, and activity lock
- Built-in lanyard loops and belt loop slot
Uses:
- Household chores
- School schedule
- Personal routines
- Vocational tasks
- Cooking steps
- Shopping lists
- Activity transitions
To learn more, check out the StepPad’s User Guide.