[May 21, 2007] Digital Union's RT1(TM) Software Connects Central Valley Autism Centers Tweet LOS ANGELES, May 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Union announced today they have entered into an agreement with Therapeutic Pathways of Modesto, CA to provide RealTime1(TM) (RT1(TM)) software at their locations throughout California's Central San Joaquin Valley. Therapeutic Pathways, and its center- based Kendall School treatment programs, provide intensive behavioral and language based therapies for children diagnosed with autism and other pervasive developmental disorders, and plans to use the software to enhance a broad range of programs. RT1(TM) enables Therapeutic Pathways' Modesto-based Directors and Clinical Supervisors to collaborate in real-time on the therapy provided to children at their centers in Tracy, Elk Grove and Sacramento, and in the students' homes. RT1(TM) users can see and hear each other, transmit DVD quality video live from multiple sources, and collaborate on any application or media, all in real time. "For a while now, we've been looking for a way to better aid our Clinical staff at our other locations and in homes throughout the Valley," said Therapeutic Pathways Director Coleen Sparkman, CCC-SLP. "What we found gives us the ability to not just watch and listen, but to become part of the therapy." Therapeutic Pathways will be able to connect from a student's home to any of their locations using wireless broadband connectivity. The group also plans to use the software to enhance their training and continuing education programs. Therapeutic Pathways Director Jane Howard, PhD, BCBA, noted that being able to work with students at distant locations means more children's treatment would be supervised by qualified clinical staff. "California has more children diagnosed with autism than there are clinicians with the appropriate training, credentials and experience. Technology like RT1 is what we need to more effectively provide them with much needed services." Dr. Howard is a nationally recognized speaker and researcher in the area of teaching and language training for children with special needs. Digital Union CEO Paul Niday believes combining Digital Union's technology with the mobility of broadband connectivity represents a breakthrough in telemedicine. "Therapeutic Pathways is now able to bring a broad range of experts into every child's home, every time they visit. Dr. Howard and Coleen Sparkman are leaders in their fields, and we're proud they have chosen our technology to further their research in the treatment of autism." About Therapeutic Pathways Headquartered in Modesto, Therapeutic Pathways is a leading provider of autism services for young children in the Central Valley. In addition to providing intervention and treatment services for more than 75 children, Therapeutic Pathways provides consultation and training for school districts and families, fully accredited continuing education programs for professionals, and internships for selected students training to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts. About Digital Union Based in Los Angeles, Digital Union creates specialized Collaborative Informatics solutions for Visual Decision Makers in the healthcare, education and entertainment industries. Digital Union solutions provide real-time video conferencing, and the ability to simultaneously collaborate on any application or media from multipoint locations via the Internet. For More Information: Jack Burley [email protected] 979-777-2112 Coleen Sparkman [email protected] 209-572-2589 This release was issued through eReleases(TM). For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com/. Digital Union CONTACT: Jack Burley, +1-979-777-2112, [email protected], orColeen Sparkman, +1-209-572-2589, [email protected], both for DigitalUnion [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]