Wade Wingler, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us a robot called MIP by WowWee and how it may be used for kids with Autism to understand emotions. Check it out here:
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New Podcast Launched!!: ATFAQ We have answers to all of your AT questions!
We are very excited to announce that we have launched a new podcast. Assistive Technology Frequently-Asked Questions (ATFAQ) aired it’s very first episode on March 9, 2015. This podcast is hosted by, Brian Norton, Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads. Brian has worked with Easter Seals Crossroads since 1997. He began working in employment […]
Monday Tech Tip: INDATA unveils new podcast!: #ATFAQ
Brian Norton, Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads introduces our new podcast: ATFAQ Tweet your questions using hashtag #atfaq
Monday Tech Tip: Scooch: phone case and stand
Justin Amber, Equipment Loan Specialist at the Indata Project at Easter Seals Crossroads shows us an iPhone case by Scooch that allows you to use it as a stand as well as for protection. Check it out here:
The 12 apps of Christmas for kids with special needs
Two things most kids love are Christmas and iPads. What better way to celebrate both than with Christmas apps?! Whether you are looking for apps to navigate the season, learn about christmas, make a christmas card or just for creative play we have a list of kid friendly apps for all types of abilities. The […]
Top 10 Tips for Buying Toys for Kids with Special Needs (and toy recommendations)
Toys R Us publishes a wonderful toy guide, Toys R Us Toy Guide for Differently-Abled Kids, that helps parents pick out gifts for kids with special needs. Their goal is to help people find the right gift based on a child’s ability and identify toys that will stimulate them and promote development. The guide lists the […]