Archived: Services for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities at the C/MBSC

 

An overview of the special equipment, computer and otherwise, and services available at the C/MBSC for entrepreneurs with disabilities.

The C/MBSC library is set up to serve individuals with disabilities. Both our library and our washrooms are wheelchair accessible. Any materials produced by the C/MBSC and all federal government publications can be made available in alternative formats upon request. We have a TTY/TDD telephone (800-457-8466) and provide services by mail, electronic mail and facsimile.

Our library has a small collection of materials available in alternative formats (audio tapes, Braille, diskettes and large print). This collection is mostly information on government programs and services but we do have a business start-up guide available in both large print and Braille. A sizable audio tape collection which covers all sorts of business related topics is also available.

Besides these materials we also have an assortment of assistive equipment both software and hardware. The following list indicates what equipment we have for various levels of physical ability.

 

Physical Ability Profile	Examples of Conditions	Equipment Available
Mild fine motor impairment. Language/print issues. Mild cognitive impairment. Some hand control.	Learning disability, English as a Second Language, Upper Limb Amputee, Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Developmental Delays.	Co:Writer Write:OutLoud Telephathic Discover:Board
Good head control Poor or no hand control.	Spinal Cord Injury, Muscular Dystrophy (MD), Early Amyatrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) & Multiple Sclerosis	Tracker Gus Dwell Cursor ScreenDoors II PC Switch Interface Discover:Board
Good head control Poor or no hand control	Later ALS, MS, Cerebral Palsy (CP), Spinal Cord Injury with ventilator, Stroke, Brain Injury	Tracker Gus Dwell Cursor ScreenDoors II
Poor or no head control Poor or no hand control	CP, Brain Injury, ALS, MS, Stroke	Discover:Switch Co:Writer PC Switch Interface Mounting Switch & Arm Ellipse Switch
Low Vision Blindness		Zoom Text JAWS Aladdin Reader Audio tape player
Deafness Speech Disabilities		Text Telephone (TTY) also known as (TTD).

Please consult with staff at the Reference Desk for assistance on getting set up.

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