Agriculture can be physically demanding work, especially for individuals living with disabilities, injuries or chronic health conditions. Programs like AgrAbility help connect farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers with tools, resources and assistive technology that can help them continue working safely and independently. This June, a Regional AgrAbility Workshop in Shipshewana, Indiana will focus on supporting […]
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Expo Shows Growth in the Field of Farming
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, farming ranks among the nation’s most injury-prone industries. Each year, more than 200,000 farmers, ranchers and other agricultural workers sustain injuries on the job. Farming also comprises the oldest workforce in the country, making its members more likely to have disabilities. How do farmers overcome these obstacles? Indiana […]
ATU739 – Vets in Agriculture – AgrAbility and Other Programs with Joe Ricker, Darin Chapman and Hack Albertson (Part 2)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guests: Joe Ricker – Veteran Outreach Coordinator – National AgrAbility Project Hack Albertson – Retired Darin Chapman – […]
ATU738 – Vets in Agriculture – AgrAbility and Other Programs with Joe Ricker, Darin Chapman and Hack Albertson (Part 1)
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guests: Joe Ricker – Veteran Outreach Coordinator – National AgrAbility Project Hack Albertson – Retired Darin Chapman – […]
Brain Power: Thriving with Assistive Technology
This year, at least 2.8 million Americans will likely sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Right now, more than 5.3 million are living with a permanent brain injury-related disability — that’s one in every 60 people. The world of assistive technology (AT) continues evolving to make life easier for people with TBI. In honor of […]
Accessibility and Assistive Technology at the Fair
The Indiana State Fair is in full swing, running now through August 18. To make sure people of all abilities have fun, the Indiana Farmers Coliseum offers several services in accordance with ADA standards at the fairgrounds. Assisted Listening Devices (ALD) Headsets and receivers connected to the Coliseum’s ADA-approved ALD audio system are available for […]