Tap to Alexa

The Amazon Echo is an amazing smart speaker and for some of us it just got a whole lot better!  I for one love to say “Alexa, what the weather like today?,  Alexa, turn on the light” or “Alexa, call John Smith.” But for those who are Deaf and those who have a speech impediment […]

AM290 – Reliefband 2.0

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   Here is the script for AM290 on Reliefband 2.0: 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! Do you often experience nausea? The […]

Discovery Putty

Different forms of putty are great for a myriad of reasons.  Putty is good for strengthening hands, improving fine motor planning, fidgeting, and more.  Fun and Function offers Discovery Putty. Children will have fun strengthening their hands and improving fine motor skills as they search through the Discovery Putty to find all the hidden objects.  […]

Ring Alarm Security Kit

I wrote about the Ring Doorbell System back in May.  The same company also offers an Alarm Security Kit.  The Ring Alarm Security Kit is a “smarter way to protect your property from the inside out.” Unlike other alarm systems, the Ring Alarm Security Kit doesn’t require professional installation.  You simply place the sensors in […]