Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont Open House Photos

The Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont Open House was a great success. About 60 people attended. Local state representatives Claire Levy and Deb Gardner were there, along with benefactors Bob Charles III and Dale Charles. Thanks to Imagine! Foundation board members Leona Stoecker, Julie Vlier, and new board member Chris Leh for attending and bringing guests. And many thanks to the 16 staff members who made this event possible and also attended!

Sarah and Pramilla helped greet guests.

Loren played DJ for the event, using his computer to select songs.

New Foundation board member Chris Leh and Colorado State Representative Claire Levy.

Anthony showed off his computer skills to the guests.

Wes demonstrated his “Heads or Tails” game, which uses his computerized communication device to teach basic math skills.

SmartHome tech guru Alex Andrews demonstrated some of the home’s technology to Colorado State Representative Deb Gardner.

Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont benefactors Bob Charles III and Dale Charles.

Imagine! CEO Mark Emery enjoys a private chat with Sarah.

Chris On The iPad

Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome resident Chris has been using his iPad to watch videos and listen to music. This is a great example of how some of the new technologies out there are increasing independence among SmartHome residents. With the iPad, Chris has control over his own environment in a way that wouldn’t have been possible even two years ago.

Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont Technologies

Our good friends at PEH Architects created this cut away view of the Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont to show the variety of cutting edge technologies in the home.

Sarah At Home

Enjoy some nice pictures of Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont resident Sarah relaxing in her home.

Gerald's Photography

We mentioned awhile back that Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome resident Gerald has his own camera, which can be mounted to his wheelchair and operated using a head switch. He has been using the camera to take some great photos and express his creativity. Today, we’d like to share a few of those photos. Great job, Gerald!

And these are only a few of the photos. See a bunch more on the SmartHomes Facebook page.

Using Music And Technology To Develop Socialization Skills

Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont resident Loren is working on his socialization skills using technology. One of his great loves is music, and he is learning how to access his favorite songs independently on the computer. Here’s the socialization part – he’s taken to playing DJ for his housemates, sharing his favorite songs. Keep up the good work, Loren!

New Resident At Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont

A new resident moved into the Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont recently. We’re still trying to figure out how to get a computer that will fit into the nest.