The Great Mask Dilemma: Staying Safe And Communicating While Deaf
Thank you, Elaine Morse, MSW, LICSW, for explaining some unintended consequences of face masks on the D/deaf community and the challenges to sewing a solution.
Category: Emergency Preparedness
Hurricane Season and Covid-19
Hurricane season commenced June 1st. How do we prepare during the pandemic? If you’re a user of assistive technology (AT), consider these 9 tips
Prepare for the Hospital – Plan Your Communication Strategy
This guide is intended to help you get ready for a hospital visit during this pandemic, particularly if you or someone you care for has complex communication needs.
Look Mom – No Hands! Easy Video Visits Using Amazon Echo Show
Here’s a way to visit family or friends this COVID-19 season without their having to do or know anything technical. Thank you, Jeannie Krull, of the North Dakota Assistive Technology (AT) Program (ND Assistive) for this deeper look.
Fabricating Face Shields – Yes You Can!
Does your medical community need face shields? Here’s how to help.
Four Just-In-Time Tips for Creating Accessible Home Work
Educators! You’re building the plane while flying it, we know. Here’s a starting place for keeping in mind your students with disabilities who use assistive technology to access the curriculum.
AT and Coronavirus Preparedness
Steps, products, and resources to prevent infection, educate others and prepare for staying at home this COVID-19 season. Updated March 16.
Emergency Preparedness for AT Users
Our hearts are with Puerto Rico and their AT Program (PRATP) today following last night’s 6.4 magnitude earthquake and aftershocks. In that spirit, here is timely advice adapted from a recent blog post by Courtney Ness Fuchs of ND Assistive and augmented by Amy Goldman of AT3 Center.
Disasters Happen – Are You Ready?
The hurricanes, floods, and fires endured in 2017 (and their aftermath) underscore the importance of having a plan that includes a person’s need for durable medical equipment and assistive technology.
Do You Have a Backup Wheelchair?
Sage advice from Karen Langley, Executive Director of REquipment, Inc. a MassMATCH AT Program partner
