Podcast: Play in new window | Download264-12-8-17 Time Timer – Visual Timer Hey 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! Visual timers can transform stressful transition periods, reduce resistance to […]
Author: Laura Medcalf
Robo Twist Electric Jar Opener
Opening jars can be challenging for most, but the task can be especially difficult for individuals with arthritis, hand or arm weakness, and more. This is where the Robo Twist Electric Jar Opener comes in handy. The Robo Twist is a robotic, lightweight jar opener that automatically adjusts to fit any jar size. Here’s how […]
4 Fidget Gift Ideas
The holiday season is finally upon us! By now I’m sure you’ve already begun your shopping. If you’re looking for some more gift ideas, check out the following list. One of the biggest “toy” categories of the year is fidgets. If you’re thinking, “Oh no, not another fidget spinner!” Don’t you worry. This list consists […]
Time Timer – Visual Timer
Visual timers transform stressful transition periods, reduce resistance to routines, and help manage a class or therapy session. Time Timer displays the “passage of time with a disappearing red disk providing a stress-free time management to make every moment count.”The Time Timer is a powerful tool for visual thinkers of all ages and abilities. It […]
AM263 – Logitech Harmony Elite Remote
Podcast: Play in new window | Download263-12-1-17 Logitech Harmony Elite Remote Hey 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! Logitech is a company that started back in 1981 selling only […]
Sound Salad – Help Mr. Ear by Sorting Sounds
Looking for an app to teach your child logical thinking, attentive listening, and more? Look no further than the Sound Salad – Help Mr. Ear by Sorting Sounds app! Sound Salad is a place where all objects’ sounds get mixed together. The Sound Salad – Help Mr. Ear app is a sound-object association game with […]