Program Description
Recorded: November 4, 2026 – Curious about how smart home devices can make daily tasks easier, safer, and more efficient? Join this webinar as we highlight popular assistive technologies that boost independence both inside and outside the home. We’ll also cover costs, potential funding sources, and how to navigate common hurdles along the way.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Name 2–3 smart home assistive devices that boost independence, efficiency, safety, and comfort at home.
- Describe the average retail costs, installation processes, and troubleshooting steps for these devices.
- Identify at least one funding source to help cover the cost of smart home technology.
Presenter
Chris Delenick, OTD, OTL – Chris is an occupational therapist with over 25 years in practice and experience in settings including level I trauma centers, acute rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient/community-based services, a Center for Independent Living, and a maximum security prison. Chris is passionate about accessibility/advocacy, the role of occupational therapy services for consumers with mild brain injury, and how assistive technology – whether customized or commercially available – can enhance the meaningful engagement of people with disabilities living in the community. He is an experienced presenter at the State, National, and International level on the subjects of executive function, performance-based assessments, assistive technology, accessibility, and driving evaluation. Chris is a full-time faculty member in the Occupational Studies Department and an adjunct faculty member in the Occupational Therapy Department at UNE in addition to maintaining a private OT practice in Southern/Central Maine.
Resources
Video archive of webinar – coming soon.
Resources discussed in webinar:
Smart Home Technology – Products and Devices to Make Your Home “Work” PowerPoint – PDF
Rev: 11/5/2026