COOKING
Voice Colors has adapted their communication model to enable people on the autism spectrum to explore the world of cooking. Preparing food is usually one of the most accessible activities, but for people with autism, it can be quite challenging because it involves multitasking, operation of tools, safety considerations, precise measurements, and text-based recipes. Voice Colors breaks down the language of cooking into an easy-to-follow, visual roadmap that demonstrates how to organize, sequence and operate selected kitchen equipment.
Eve developed the system with Billy at home in their “test kitchen.” A consummate foodie - and lover of condiments, sauces, and spices - Billy always hovered around the kitchen as meals were being prepared. But his involvement was limited to one task - say stirring or pouring - at most. But Eve wanted Billy to enjoy the cooking process from start to finish. Slowly and methodically, she began teaching Billy the basic elements of cooking and over the years, Billy’s curriculum kept expanding.
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Now, Billy is no longer a passive participant in the cooking process; he is the chef du jour! He makes everything from pesto pasta to curry chicken to kitchari, and coordinates grocery requests, menu selection, table setting and more.
