For individuals with mobility impairments, there are several assistive technologies available to help them control their computers and other devices. A company behind some of these technologies, called Compusult, has a slogan stating that they are “delivering innovative solutions to the world.” Staying true to their slogan, they’ve recently released their newest addition to the Jouse family, the […]
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3 steps to make airline travel easier for people with mobility challenges
As we are coming upon the holiday season, many people are planning holiday travel and a lot of folks will be flying to get to their destination. Traveling by plane can be stressful and for those with special needs it can provide even more challenges. According to U.S. Census nearly 20% of the population has […]
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It’s What’s On the Inside — AND the Outside — That Counts
Writer: Tiffany Whisner, Coles Marketing “Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them.” – Marc Jacobs, American fashion designer But for people with disabilities, living in their clothes can often be a more difficult challenge than you might imagine. Making clothing accessible for everyone Grace Teo, a recent Ph.D. graduate from MIT, got that […]
Inclusive Halloween
I don’t know about ya’ll, but in my personal opinion the best time of the year is right around the corner. I love fall for the weather, foliage changes and my favorite holiday, Halloween. The very first day of September I get excited thinking about all the Halloween festivities that are around the corner. Halloween is […]
Introducing the ultimate off-road wheelchair: The HexHog
I cannot count how many times an individual has asked me regarding my power wheelchair: “Does that thing go off-roading?!” Each time I am asked this, I politely chuckle and smile, wishing my chair could withstand rough terrain. Although my chair is able to handle some bumpy terrain, it is not designed to maneuver through mud, water, […]
8 great gardening tools for people with disabilities
The act of gardening offers many benefits to our planet as well as its vast population. It is an activity that connects us to Mother Earth, provides us with both prismatic environments and nutritious goods, and is often a source of relaxation for most. In sum, gardening positively affects our overall well-being, both inside and out. However, the pastime, though very […]