Webinar Schedule
Understanding the Recreational and Functional Benefits of Adaptive Video Gaming for Individuals with Disabilities
Wednesday June 10th, 2026 | 1 PM EST (12 PM CST, 11 AM MST, 10 AM PST)
As adaptive gaming technology has become more available, individuals with disabilities are increasingly seeking professional support to identify, configure, and implement gaming solutions that meet their access needs. Adaptive gaming can support social participation, recreation, quality of life, and functional engagement, while also serving as a pathway to broader technology access. However, many providers have limited exposure to adaptive gaming equipment, accessibility settings, and models for incorporating these services into care.
Learning Objective 1: Understand the Role of Adaptive Gaming in Rehabilitation
Learning Objective 2: Assess the Appropriateness of Adaptive Gaming for a Specific Individual
Learning Objective 3: Quantify and Justify Costs in the Life Care Plan
CEU’s: 1.0
Presenters
- Drew Redepenning MD ATP
Drew Redepenning is a Biomedical Engineer, Assistive Technology Practitioner, and Resident Physician who has been involved in the field of assistive technology for over eight years, in both clinical and research capacities, specializing in environmental controls and adaptive video gaming. Drew is currently a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation resident physician at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where he has worked to expand their adaptive video gaming services and serves as the co-director of the Empowered Esports program. He has contributed to the development of national educational resources (https://www.gamingreadapted.com/) and has presented multiple national educational sessions in the area of adaptive video gaming. He formerly worked as the Lead Assistive Technology Specialist at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute in Minnesota and currently contracts as an Assistive Technology Specialist for Technology for Home.