Computer Facilities
The Computer Suite has five computers available for use by service users. Care staff will help service users identify software programmes from those available in the centre that are most suitable to meet a personís needs. Accessing and using these programmes can assist with learning and development as well as improving skills in technology.
Each of the computers has a variety of software applications; using Printmaster allows a service user to print and publish customised articles. Clicker 4, Boardmaker and Intellikeys are all types of communication programmes. Service users can choose, with support which is best for their individual needs. Cubasis is software that is a music programm which has many functions including audio mixing and editing of tunes and can be used with the 
Internet access is a popular activity for service users, allowing individuals to obtain knowledge and information of a chosen subject. This resource can also be used to keep in touch with friends and relatives and for personal interests and hobbies.
The Centre also has digital cameras with memory cards enabling users and staff to take pictures and print these off using the computer facilities. Service users and staff are encouraged to use the cameras for individual projects or activities as well as centre activities.
Staff are available to support service users to access all these programmes, however users can operate the computers themselves if they feel confident to do so.
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