For individuals with limited hand or arm mobility, navigating a computer can be a challenge. Tools like SensePilot offer a new way to interact with technology by turning simple head movements and facial gestures into full mouse and keyboard control. SensePilot is a head-tracking “mouse” software that uses a standard webcam — no additional hardware […]
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Neater Arm Support ZERO: Supporting Everyday Independence at the Table and Beyond
For individuals with upper extremity weakness, completing everyday tasks like eating, typing, or using a phone can be challenging without assistance. Fortunately, assistive technology solutions like the Neater Arm Support ZERO (NAS-Zero) are designed to make those daily activities more manageable and empowering. The NAS-Zero is a mechanical arm support that uses a friction-free system […]
Increasing Grip and Independence with the Leverage Booster
For many individuals with limited hand strength, arthritis, or other mobility challenges, everyday tasks like opening jars, turning knobs, or gripping tools can be frustrating — or even painful. The Leverage Booster is a simple assistive device designed to make gripping and turning easier. By increasing leverage, the tool reduces the amount of force required […]
A New Training Site for Disability Employment
To prepare people with disabilities for employment, The Arc of Indiana launched the Erskine Green Training Institute (EGTI) nearly a decade ago. The institute is now undergoing a new development that’s important to note as we recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Until last summer, EGTI existed only in Muncie. Now, thanks to a […]
Accessible Autumn Adventures
It’s that time of year again — when the air is crisp and refreshing, and you can hear the sound of leaves crunching. Thanks to initiatives across the state, Hoosier fall destinations are now more accessible than ever. Join us as we explore some of Indiana’s best autumnal adventure venues for people with disabilities. Independence […]
Get a Grip on Independence with OmniCuff
Limited hand function is a common obstacle for people recovering from a stroke or living with arthritis, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, a spinal cord injury, etc. Imagine a single device that allows these individuals to independently do everything from holding a fork during breakfast to brushing their teeth before bedtime. With a basemount for holding […]