AT3 Center News & Tips

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September 30, 2019 ICT Accessibility

Got Alt Text on Social Media? Here’s How

Thank you to Adam Kosakowski, M.Ed., ATP, from the Connecticut Tech Act Project for this digital accessibility tip!

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September 23, 2019 Technology Spotlight / Webinars

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.

September 13, 2019 AT Tips / Technology Spotlight

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.

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July 18, 2019 Toolkits

AT for Managing Medication

From automated smart dispensers to talking bottle labels, here are 6 tools for remembering and managing your medication.

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July 8, 2019 Toolkits

Frida Kahlo Painted Using Assistive Technology (and So Can You)

Thank you to Jen Mullins of the Michigan Assistive Technology (AT) Program for this reflection on the artist, her tools, and AT readily-available for painters with disabilities.

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July 2, 2019 Webinars

Free AT Webinars in July

Free AT webinars from around the Web, compiled by the Assistive Technology Coalition

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June 23, 2019 Toolkits

AT for Easier Grilling

Ten tools for grilling with or without a disability

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June 17, 2019 Toolkits

Caring for the Caregiver Using Assistive Technology

Caring for someone who is elderly or has a disability can be a stressful and
intense job. Assistive technology devices can make the job of a caregiver
easier.

A man and a woman seated in recumbent trikes, the woman in front and smiling broadly. They are outdoors on a path with a crowd of people behind them.

June 11, 2019 Program Spotlights / Technology Spotlight

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.

May 31, 2019 Webinars

Free AT Webinars in June

Free AT webinars from around the Web, compiled by the Assistive Technology Coalition