My name is Elizabeth Cambier, and I educate and coach children with special needs in the Seattle area. By now you have probably seen, or heard of, or read of (or purchased) Apple’s iPad, an extraordinary device that is the first in a new class of handheld computers. If you are a parent, teacher or care provider of a child with special communication needs, you may be amazed by the iPad’s growing potential as a communication and learning tool.
As an educator and consultant, I have seen the potential of the iPad and similar devices, and I am excited by its capability to help children, along with their parents, educators, and therapists. The iPad already offers many new software applications (or ‘apps’) that can help kids to communicate and learn, and new ones are being created almost daily. What’s more, the iPad’s “coolness” factor can help make it easier for kids to socialize within their peer groups.
I have been using an iPad in my practice with great success, helping kids to achieve greater independence of communication and increased self-motivation. But, it’s a big new world that is constantly changing! I have created this website in order to provide you with some basic information and links to get started setting up an iPad for a child with communicative differences.
If you find the information on my website to be of use and would like to learn more about me and how I might serve you and your child, please fill out my contact form to open a conversation. I am available to offer my help and insight to you in getting your child learning and communicating with an iPad.
iPad Learning
My process for helping families configure an iPad for their children starts with an interview. First, I would meet with you to learn about your child and understand their unique circumstances, followed by a little show and tell. I can help you customize your hardware and software to fit the needs of your child, and get them started with a carefully chosen set of applications.
Other Services
All of my services begin with me getting to know you and your child, and your child’s unique temperament and educational needs. When I work one-on-one with your child, my goal is to provide nurturing, safe care while expanding and challenging his or her development. All of our activities together are designed to facilitate your child’s social, motor, and cognitive growth while providing support and clear goals for them… and for you!
About Elizabeth
I was inspired at a young age by my time as a volunteer at a child development center in my hometown. Since 1993, I have studied and worked with children of special needs in a variety of roles. I am committed to creating opportunities for growth in a safe, nurturing environment.