I traveled to Gary, Indiana to visit Mr. Tony and Mrs. Connie Blair who have used many of INDATA Project’s and Easter Seals Crossroads‘ services. Mr. and Mrs. Blair are the directors of The Blind Social Center (TBSC) in Gary, IN. They invited me to visit their new location to learn about the services they have used at […]
Author: Nikol Prieto
Monday Tech Tip: Smart 911 service
Belva Smith, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, show us a service called Smart 911. This service allows you to add medical information so the first responders have that information available immediately. Check it out here: For additional information on smart 911: https://www.smart911.com
Consumer Highlight: Cadira Greer
When I walked into the lobby at Ivy Tech Community College in Anderson, I was greeted by Cadira Greer and her notetaker. I was instantly excited to sit down and talk with Cadira when she greeted me with a great big smile. She has a warm personality that just radiates positivity. I came to talk to […]
Monday Tech Tip: Bose Noise Cancelling headphones
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones. These headphones can be helpful in preventing distractions and keeping people on task. Check it out here: For more information about these headphone: https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/headphones/over_ear_headphones/quietcomfort-25-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones-apple-devices.html?mc=K3073347&gclid=CPaz-5mxu8sCFQ2QaQodO0IKMQ
Monday Tech Tip: Audio Exam App
Craig Burns, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us an app called Audio Exam. This is an app that will allow teachers to record test questions for a student with a disability who needs a test read out loud to them. Check it out here: For more information on this app: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/audio…
Monday Tech Tip: Orcam wearable device for visually impaired.
Steven Goldstein, Area Sales Manager at OrCam Technologies, shows us an OrCam device for the visually impaired. This hands-free wearable technology is a smart camera that assists people who are visually impaired or Blind. Check it out here: For more information: http://www.orcam.com/