Paralysis - voice control options?

Hi,
Hi,
Im hoping to receiving some advice and direction to support a friend.
A close friend was involved in a motorbike accident about 3 weeks ago. The positive news is that his recovery is progressing and while he will never have 100% mobility he will (one day) walk out of hospital.
As the boredom of hospital rooms has now set in, I have taken on the task and challenge of keeping him entertained when visitors are unable to attend the ward.
Specifically, the injuries have restricted movement in his arms with currently no movement in his hands/fingers and weight baring is a challenge in his legs. Eg He can move his arm (today's development which is extremely exciting) but unable to use his fingers to type, call a number or scratch his head.
As a passionate football fan I was hoping to utilize an iPad mini to provide entertainment throughout the football season and also on social media and general web browsing. However, I am struggling to find a suitable app that is able to be "voice activated" to unlock the iPad then engage the relevant app and follow speech patterns to make the required actions.
I was hoping for your advice on where I could source information to assist in utilizing the iPad to pass the hospital ward hours away while he works on rehab to get his movement back in his hands.
This is not something i have been exposed to before so your advice for beginners is appreciated.
Beachnova.

Thanks Zane W. The mouthstick will definitely work but unfortunately at this stage the other items wont be able to help. Im keen to get some direction on apps or who to go to, to find out more about apps that may help.
Thanks again for that link.

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