HouseMate 5S-Z

There are so many products and services available to help individuals live as independently as possible. The HouseMate 5S-Z is yet another example of assistive technology that helps people gain independence. HouseMate 5S-Z is a combined hardware/app solution that allows a switch user to fully control his or her iOS or Android device. It also […]

AM322 – Synapptic Smartphone

Podcast: Play in new window | Download322-4-12-19 Synapptic SmartphoneHey 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! Mobile communication devices are becoming necessary for individuals of all ages and abilities.  If you […]

Synapptic Smartphone – Smartphone for Individuals with Visual Impairments

Irie-AT is a company offering many solutions and services for individuals with visual impairments. One of their available products is the Synapptic Smartphone. The Synapptic Smartphone is an Android phone designed specifically for individuals with visual impairments. It features a simplified user-friendly interface making it “easy to use, efficient to navigate, and accessible to people […]

Consumer Highlight: Jodi Jones

On a beautiful spring day I drove to Rockville, Indiana to visit Jodi Jones at the first job she has ever held. I was excited to meet Jodi and learn about all of the assistive technology that has assisted her in successfully obtaining employment. Jodi got her first job at Scott Pet Products and is […]