Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness for people over the age of 60. Roughly one in 180 adults in the U.S. have vision loss from this disease. But half of the people with this condition don’t know they have it because it often shows no symptoms — until the damage is already done. In […]
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INDATA’s Accessible Winter Event Guide
Comfortably enjoying winter can be a challenge in Indiana, especially for Hoosiers with disabilities. So, we decided to provide a guide to warm, indoor attractions and easy outside events designed with accessibility in mind. Explore the list below for fun things to do and places to go over the next few chilly months. The Indianapolis […]
Expo Shows Growth in the Field of Farming
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, farming ranks among the nation’s most injury-prone industries. Each year, more than 200,000 farmers, ranchers and other agricultural workers sustain injuries on the job. Farming also comprises the oldest workforce in the country, making its members more likely to have disabilities. How do farmers overcome these obstacles? Indiana […]
INDATA at the 2025 ATIA Conference
This year’s ATIA conference is a particularly special one for the INDATA Project team. One of our presentations, “Off the Shelf Accommodations for Aging,” is a recipient of the 2025 Joy Zabala Spirit Award. The conference will take place this week from January 30 through February 1 in Orlando, Florida. We’ll have plenty to report […]
Accessibility and Assistive Technology at the Fair
The Indiana State Fair is in full swing, running now through August 18. To make sure people of all abilities have fun, the Indiana Farmers Coliseum offers several services in accordance with ADA standards at the fairgrounds. Assisted Listening Devices (ALD) Headsets and receivers connected to the Coliseum’s ADA-approved ALD audio system are available for […]
2024 ATIA Conference Tech Tips
The last week in January several members of our team attended the 2024 ATIA Conference in Orlando, Florida. This is a conference where people gather with vendors, practitioners, and people with disabilities to learn, network, and share the latest and greatest in the world of assistive technology. Our very own Brian Norton, VP of Adult […]