Back in high school, Tracy Scott felt surrounded by obstacles. Undiagnosed autism and dyslexia made organizing, writing and learning extremely difficult for her. Now, through the use of Inspiration, Tracy said, “There are no barriers. I can do anything.” She’s not only earned two respective degrees in technology and psychology, but she’s also improved her […]
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Summer Fun for Everyone at Murphy Aquatic Park
Since the weather is perfect for outdoor adventures at the moment, we would like to highlight a Hoosier park that truly offers summer fun for everyone. Designed with accessibility at top of mind, Murphy Aquatic Park in Avon boasts Central Indiana’s only fully ADA-accessible water playground, along with several other features for guests of all […]
Talk with the Press of a Key
Communication is a vital part of everyday life. Even in this age of email, texting and mobile ordering, verbal communication is still a necessity. Whether helping children develop literacy skills or giving a voice to seniors recovering from a stroke, Talking Keyboards are simple and portable communication devices for all ages. K-12 Talking Keyboard Talking […]
A Playground for Guests of All Abilities
Conner Prairie, an interactive history museum located in Fishers, Indiana, transports guests through time to 1836 Prairietown, 1816 Lenape Indian Camp and the 1859 Balloon Voyage. As one of the largest attractions in the region and one of the most visited outdoor museums in the country, Conner Prairie has a rich history in Indiana and […]
Summer Fun for Everyone
With summer in full swing, it’s time to plan for outdoor fun. Of course, we want to make sure Hoosiers can find fun for everyone, including people with disabilities. “Fortunately, Indiana continues to make great strides in inclusion and accessibility,” said Brian Norton, vice president of adult services at Easterseals Crossroads. “From the addition of […]
Put shoes on more easily with FootFunnel
A person with a disability, injury, or aging may find it painful or impossible to bend over to slide his or her shoes on. Fortunately, there are products like the FootFunnel to assist in this task. The FootFunnel is a compact, lightweight tool engineered to assist in the process of putting on shoes without the […]