{"id":369,"date":"2020-07-08T04:39:26","date_gmt":"2020-07-08T11:39:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/center-for-applied-rehabilitation-technology-cart\/"},"modified":"2025-12-08T09:40:54","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T17:40:54","slug":"center-for-applied-rehabilitation-technology-cart","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/patient-programs-and-services\/center-for-applied-rehabilitation-technology-cart\/","title":{"rendered":"Center for Applied Rehabilitation Technology (CART)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;9189&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Center for Applied Rehabilitation Te<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">chnology (CART) opened in 1989\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to help children and adults with disabilities lead more independent lives through the use of assistive technology<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0solutions<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u202fAssist<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ive technology\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">enables individuals with disabilities to participate more fully\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">in everyday activities at home,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">school<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">work<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, and in the community<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. An interdisciplinary team\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">of experts\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">consisting of occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech pathology and a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rehabilitation engineer<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0are available to address one or more of the following technology areas: \u202fseating and mobility, augmentative and alternative communication,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">environmental control<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">access to computers and\/or mobile devices,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0adaptive gaming,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">low vision assistive technology\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0worksite<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\/ergonomic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0evaluations.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The experienced CART\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">consultants\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">work together with clients and caregivers to ensure that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">individuals have the opportunity to test different solutions and find optimal and seamless\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">methods\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to meet their individual goals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Clients Served:<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Clients of any age who have a physical disability are eligible for services (<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CART serves individuals experiencing<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0stroke, and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0progressive neuromuscular diseases<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0such as ALS, among other diagnoses.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) Clients may have multiple and\/or severe disabilities and may\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">benefit from<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0an integrated approach to meet one or multiple technology needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Equipment Loan\u00a0Program<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>:<\/strong>\u00a0 A\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">loan\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">library of assistive technologies<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is available through CART<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0 This program provides individuals<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with opportunities<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">borrow\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">equipment<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for short term\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">use in the home and community<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to better determine what will work best for them<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Technology\u00a0Solutions at\u00a0CART<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Seating and Mobility<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Optimal\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">positioning\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">supports better\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">function and is often\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the first step\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">in<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0determining access to other\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">technologies<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0such as power mobility controls, communication devices, computers<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and mobile devices<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. A variety of cushions, posture positioning systems, wheelchairs, and other mobility devices are\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">evaluated to provide the most stable position.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Individuals with severe speech impairments often\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">benefit from the use AAC approaches<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The team at CART promotes successful communication by finding the best match between individual need and available system functionality.\u00a0 Individuals may access devices in a range of ways from pointing with their hands, to using switches, head mouse, or eye gaze.\u00a0 Many types of systems are available ranging from communication booklets containing pictures to applications, tablets and devices generating speech output.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Access to Computer and Mobile Devices<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Software and hardware adaptations are available to assist individuals in accessing and using computers and mobile devices. Adaptations may include wheelchair or desktop phone or tablet mounts, modified keyboards, switch access, mouse emulators, head or eye tra<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">cking, and voice recognition.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Worksite Evaluations<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Individual concerns<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0related to performing current or potential\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">work activities\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">are evaluated. Environmental factors such as\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">accessibility and workspace configuration are considered<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, along with ergonomic principles and equipment.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Environmental Control<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Technologies such as smart speakers and mobile devices\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">are used to control many devices including\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">operating<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0lights, TV, thermostats, sound syst<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ems for playing music and news,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">making\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">phone calls, and other<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0functions<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0 Systems are accessed through voice or other modalities.\u00a0 The Model Home allows for demonstration of a wide range of devices and universal design principles to promote increased independence in the home and office.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Low Vision Assistive Devices:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Low vision refers to vision loss that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">cannot<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0be corrected by eye glasses or medical treatment. Use of low vision assistive aids, such as magnifiers, lighting, and digital aids, can help individuals continue to independently participate in\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">important\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">daily activities.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the Model Home individuals can experience using this assistive equipment while doing daily tasks in a home environment.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Model Home:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Model H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ome showcases\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a wide range of\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">assistive t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">echnology solutions<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commercially available products paired with universal design principles are used to create an accessible kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living area,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">using<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u201csmart\u201d technology and common aids to daily living.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adaptive Gaming:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Individuals who have difficulty using standard controls on gaming consoles, mobile devices, and computers have options which will allow them to have access to these platforms. Adaptations range from commercially available solutions to customized tools via 3d printing<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0through CART\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">partner<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0program the Rancho Emerging Tech Lab.\u00a0 www.ranchoemergingtechlab.org<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Referrals and Appointments<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:420}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0initiate a referral, call (562) 385-6800 during business hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.\u202fYou may also\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">visit CART\u2019s website at<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartla.org\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">www.cartla.org<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">get more information and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">download intake forms.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fYou may be contacted\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to provide additional\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">information needed prior to scheduling an appointment. \u202fInsurance coverage\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">will<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0be verified before scheduling<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:420}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contact Us<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:420}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have any questions regarding services, the referral process or other matters, please feel\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">free\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to visit the CART website at:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartla.org\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">www.cartla.org<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or contact us at:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Center for Applied Rehabilitation Technology<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">7601 Imperial Highway<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Downey, California 90242<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">P<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">hone: (562) 385-6800<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fax: (562) 803-8892<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:RLA-Cart@dhs.lacounty.gov\">RLA-Cart@dhs.lacounty.gov<\/a><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartla.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">www.cartla.org<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:450,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9190 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/J.-Concha-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/J.-Concha-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/J.-Concha-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/J.-Concha-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dhs.lacounty.gov\/rancho\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/J.-Concha-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, 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