7.) Public Input Council member highlighted the April presentation on Communication Access, specifically addressing the CMS representative to describe the motions passed by the Council aimed to enhance communication access. The member expressed the desire to push for more internet access, presenting video and text together and continuing the process of making sign more accessible. She said this could even include using on-line avatars to sign. Council Chair asked MassHealth if it could provide an update on communication access in September. Council member suggested the Women’s Health Work Group could work on communication access. Council member proposed bringing the request to increase communication access to CMS. MassHealth asked if there is technology to convert text to sign by an avatar. The Council member responded there is, but it needs further development. The stated that the meeting be adjourned. Upcoming Meetings Tuesday July 31, 2018 Wednesday September 12, 2018 10:00-12:00 10:00-12:00 One Ashburton Place 600 Washington Street 21st Floor, Conference Room 3 4th Floor Conference Room Boston, MA Boston, MA
7.) Public Input Council member highlighted the April presentation on Communication Access, specifically addressing the CMS representative to describe the motions passed by the Council aimed to enhance communication access. The member expressed the desire to push for more internet access, presenting video and text together and continuing the process of making sign more accessible. She said this could even include using on-line avatars to sign. Council Chair asked MassHealth if it could provide an update on communication access in September. Council member suggested the Women’s Health Work Group could work on communication access. Council member proposed bringing the request to increase communication access to CMS. MassHealth asked if there is technology to convert text to sign by an avatar. The Council member responded there is, but it needs further development. The stated that the meeting be adjourned. Upcoming Meetings Tuesday July 31, 2018 Wednesday September 12, 2018 10:00-12:00 10:00-12:00 One Ashburton Place 600 Washington Street 21st Floor, Conference Room 3 4th Floor Conference Room Boston, MA Boston, MA
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