A voice assistant can be invaluable for people with disabilities these days. Essentially virtual caregivers, voice assistants provide everything from daily reminders to guided meditation, cognitive exercises and more. “Voice assistants ultimately empower people with disabilities to live more independently,” said Brian Norton, director of assistive technology at Easterseals Crossroads. “Technologies like Amazon Echo and […]
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Attention Increase Through Assistive Technology
We live in a world full of distractions. As society runs around us, we’re constantly looking at various screens, seeing personal and global news and information rush past our eyes like the cascading green code of “The Matrix.” And it can be difficult to keep our attention. These distractions can be particularly overwhelming for people […]
PTSD Coach – App for anxiety, panic attacks,
Did you know that 3.5% of U.S. adults have been diagnosed with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)? Said individuals often experience flashbacks to past traumatic event(s). Stir in a few more major stressors and voila! you have the recipe for an endless amount of panic attacks. If you or a loved one has a history of […]
Apps, Communication, Computers, Independent Living, Learning Disabilities, Organizations, Products and Devices
Opening Windows 10 to Everyone
Microsoft’s mission is to “empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.” This kind of inclusivity is especially apparent in the Windows 10 update that launched earlier this summer. The update will vastly improve the system experience for all users, especially those with disabilities. Internally, the Windows accessibility team members refer to […]
Apps, Communication, Hearing, Independent Living, Learning Disabilities, Personal Care, Products and Devices
Stay Alert and Aware with the HomeAware Smartphone App Signaler
Getting out of bed isn’t easy for many people. And those people with hearing impairments have the added difficulty of not being able to hear an alarm to help them wake up. In comes the HomeAware Smartphone Signaler. The Signaler alerts you to your morning alarm. In addition, it alerts you to your mobile calls, […]
Click Your Way to Success: Universal Paperclips
Looking for a fun, addictive game that is accessible with VoiceOver? Then take a look at Universal Paperclips. Become a super-powerful AI who only wants one thing: paperclips. It may sound wild, but this game is sweeping the nation and for good reason. Universal Paperclips is designed to test your ability to know supply and […]