A vibrating alarm clock is a piece of assistive technology that is useful for people who are Deaf. The ClearSounds SW200 features dual alarm options, jacks for two bed shakers (the only clock in the industry with this feature), a plug that allows you to plug your lamp in for a flashing light alarm, a […]
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iPad Mobile Clinic
Here at the INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads, we work to increase awareness of and access to assistive technology. INDATA is offering a free, two-hour iPad training for your support group, staff meeting, or other group. During this training the following topics will be addressed: Which iPad model to purchase and which accessories should […]
Eurobraille Esys 12 Braille Display
Braille displays are piece of assistive technology for people who are Blind. It’s a device that uses an electro-mechanical device for displaying braille characters, usually with of round-tipped pins raised through holes in a flat surface. People who read with Braille can use this technology to use it to read text output into a computer. Many different kinds […]
Berlin Button
Assistive technology can help people with disabilities live more indepenently. Today’s featured piece of AT technology is manufactured in Germany and used near streets. You can find more information about the Berlin Button on AbleData.com. The Berlin Button is a pedestrian signal control switch designed for use by individuals who are blind, deaf blind, or […]
Tangible Object Cards for Kids with Autism
Kids with autism may communicate differently and use a different way to express themselves. Assistive technology can help break down communication barriers. Tangible Object Cards pair a vocabulary word with a meaningful object securely fastened to the card. This device can also be helpful for teachers to help students communicate better using objects. Tangible Object […]
Free Assistive Technology Information from EnablingDevices.com
EnablingDevices.com has free resources for download. These resources are used to compared capabilities of people with different kinds of disabilities.Visit their homepage and look on the left hand side. Some of the topics with free resources include: Therapeutic Learning Skills Development Chart Activity Guides for Communicators Skills Development Chart for the Visually Impaired Capability Switches Comparison Chart And […]