US Congressman Cory Gardner Tours SmartHome

Yesterday, US Congressman Cory Gardner, who serves Colorado’s 4th District, took a tour of the Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont. Congressman Gardner demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of the system of funding and delivering services to individuals with developmental disabilities. He asked some great questions and offered his help on increasing awareness of Imagine!’s efforts to use technology to provide services in a more cost efficient and effective manner.

A highlight of the tour was when SmartHome resident Shelly demonstrated how she used her DynaVox (a computerized communications device) to access her own music and movies. Good job, Shelly!

Please enjoy photos from the tour below.

We really appreciate having you tour, Congressman Gardner!

SmartHomes guru Greg Wellems explains the SmartHomes concept to Congressman Gardner while Imagine! CEO Mark Emery looks on.




Congressman Gardner meets with SmartHome resident Toby.




Mike Bennett, on left, is Congressman Gardner's District Director.




Charles Family Site Supervisor Site Supervisor Kristen Conboy watched along with Congressman Gardren as SmartHome resident Shelly showed how she used her DynaVox (a computerized communications device) to access her own music and movies




SmartHome resident Shelly showed Congressman Gardner how she used her DynaVox (a computerized communications device) to access her own music and movies