“I try to do as much as I can independently. That’s my motto. I want to do as much as I can while I can.” Laura Medcalf lived by her word. Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at the age of four, she spent her whole life pushing past limits, exceeding expectations and inspiring other people […]
Posts with the Accessibility Minute tag
Gently Reaching Out Through Cyberspace: INDATA’s Social Media
Through its social media platforms, INDATA truly connects with its audience, transporting them from their phone or desktop to the world of assistive technology. Outreach and Education Lead Nikol Prieto serves as a virtual guide for social media followers, introducing them to assistive technology users through blog articles, and allowing them to visit technology conventions […]
Accessibility Minute, Assistive Technology FAQ (ATFAQ) Podcast, Assistive Technology Update, Podcasts
Two-Way Listening and Learning: The INDATA Project’s Podcast History
Easterseals Crossroads’ INDATA Project was “designed to increase access and awareness of assistive technology.” What many people may not realize is that it ends up educating the Easterseals team as much as those it serves. One of the many ways it does this is through INDATA’s three podcasts, in which Easterseals specialists examine AT […]
AM504 Bark Phone
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing, or other special needs! If you’re looking for a phone that is completely kid-friendly, check out the Bark Phone! The […]
AM501 Renpho Eye Massager
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools, and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing, or other special needs! Renpho is a company that was created from a simple idea: to give people affordable lifestyle […]
AM497 MegaBee Eye Pointing Communication Tablet
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing, or other special needs! There are several augmentative and alternative communication devices available, but if you’re looking for an eye […]