Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! IRIS is a company that builds software and products to help people increase their productivity while scanning […]
Author: Laura Medcalf
LED Glowing Ball Pit
Many individuals with autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder and more benefit from sensory rooms. According to Experia, sensory rooms are a “specially designed environment designed to give a sensory experience for people with various abilities.” The company eSpecial Needs offers a cool addition for sensory rooms: introducing the LED Glowing Ball Pit! Sensory Room Benefits […]
Autism and Aviation: Resources for flying for the first time
Routine is essential for many individuals with autism. Any deviation from an established routine can result in major breakdowns. New experiences, like flying for the first time, are inevitable. Fortunately, there are resources available to help you better prepare your child for air travel. Importance of Routine: According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of […]
IRIScan Book 5
IRIS stands for Image Recognition Integrated Systems. IRIS company builds software and products to help people increase their productivity while scanning and converting documents. One of their available portable options is the IRIScan Book 5. According to its description, IRIScan Book 5 is “the world’s fastest book scanner.” It allows you to scan magazines, books, […]
AM334 – Bellt Alert Covers
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! Many individuals with disabilities are unable to communicate with emergency personnel in times of need. Natalie Bell […]
Parent Advocacy App
Are you looking for a resource to help navigate you through your child’s IEP meetings, 504 meetings, or other school meetings? Check out the Parent Advocacy app on Google Play or the App Store. The Parent Advocacy app was developed for the guardians of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. It helps them […]