More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. “We are at a turning point in what science tells us about brain health,” said Joanne Pike, DrPH, president and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association. “Research shows it is never too early — or too late — to take action.” Thanks to assistive technology, it’s […]
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RightHear Signals the Future of Accessibility
For decades, the go-to solution for making buildings accessible to blind or low-vision guests was braille signage. However, braille can only convey so much information on a sign, and over 90% of the blind community cannot read it. This is where RightHear comes into play. The company helps organizations make their locations more accessible through […]
Morphic Makes Accessibility Easier to Find
Most computers now have built-in accessibility features, but they can be difficult to find. In fact, recent studies show that 73% of seniors aged 65 and older say they need help using new devices. The free app Morphic puts accessibility features front and center with a large, easy-to-use toolbar. This is especially helpful for low-vision […]
Stave Off Stove Danger
Six seconds from now, a cooking-related fire will occur in an American home. In fact, cooking is the number-one cause of home fires in the United States, which cost an average of $35,000 dollars in damages. Don’t fall into one of these statistics. Leaving the stove on is a common household safety hazard known for […]
New App Opens Up the Dating World
When Jacqueline Child mentioned her disability on dating apps, she often faced negative reactions and outright rejection. She longed to find a platform where she could meet people who understood life with chronic illness and disabilities. So, she decided to make her own. With the help of her sister, Alexa, Jacqueline launched Dateability in 2022, […]
Spoken Rx: A Prescription for Managing Medicine
Bean-sized pills in plastic bottles can be all too easy for anyone to mix up. For people with vision loss or blindness, managing prescription medications can be a particularly anxiety-inducing activity. CVS Pharmacy® has a solution — Spoken Rx. A collaboration between CVS and the vision impairment non-profit group Hadley, Spoken Rx reads prescription information […]