Remote AAC Assessments—Tips, Considerations, and Unexpected Surprises
If your organization is considering providing remote AAC assessments or is acknowledging a pressing need to determine who might benefit, read on!
Category: Technology Spotlight
Considering a Zoom Memorial?
Thousands of Americans never dreamed they’d have to change how they mourn. Here’s some advice and, perhaps, solace based on my own pandemic-driven experience.
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.
Six Tips for Zoom Accessibility
Thanks to Stacy Driscoll, Program Coordinator for the NH AT Program (ATinNH), for these tips for how to ensure your next Zoom meeting or webinar is accessible to all, including participants with disabilities.
Yay for Bidets!
Many thanks to Aimee Sterk of the Michigan Assistive Technology Program for this enthusiastic post espousing the benefits of bidets as assistive technology (re-posted with permission)!
ATIA 2020 Gadget Roundup
7 tools and toys exhibited at the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) expo (plus two that should have been there).
The Dawn of Smart Assistive Technology?
At the nexus of the Internet of Things, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is what Mallozzi terms “Smart AT.”
Teaching iDevices to Blind Users–the Amazing Rita Howells
Inspired by her own experience, Rita Howells has joined a team of instructors who are blind to create free online trainings for individuals with vision impairments to master the iPhone and iPad.
Rita’s iDevice Advice: Your Home Button’s Many Uses
Thank you to Rita Howells and the Illinois Assistive Technology Program for providing these home button accessibility insights.
Affording that Tandem-Recumbent Dream Machine
Most states have an alternative financing program to help residents buy assistive technology (AT) and AT services. Jeff and Shelley Penick used Oklahoma’s for a very unique purchase.
