  Assistive technologies for adults with Down syndrome (DS) need designs
tailored to their specific technology requirements. While prior research has
explored technology design for individuals with intellectual disabilities,
little is understood about the needs and expectations of adults with DS.
Assistive technologies should leverage the abilities and interests of the
population, while incorporating age- and context-considerate content. In this
work, we interviewed six adults with DS, seven parents of adults with DS, and
three experts in speech-language pathology, special education, and occupational
therapy to determine how technology could support adults with DS. In our
thematic analysis, four main themes emerged, including (1) community vs. home
social involvement; (2) misalignment of skill expectations between adults with
DS and parents; (3) family limitations in technology support; and (4)
considerations for technology development. Our findings extend prior literature
by including the voices of adults with DS in how and when they use technology.
