The Invercargill father writing children's books with his eyes
Michael Cockroft, an Invercargill father diagnosed with motor neurone disease, is using eye-gaze technology to write and illustrate children's books. The technology allows him to maintain his independence and connection to his family despite his physical limitations.
Why it matters
This story illustrates the transformative power of assistive technology in enabling individuals with degenerative diseases to continue creative and professional pursuits.
When Michael Cockroft answers a question, sends a message or orders food, he has to do it a little differently from other Invercargill fathers - entirely with his eyes.
The article is a human-interest feature story with no political or controversial framing.
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