Ribbon Push and Pull Cube Toy

Looking for a fun toy to teach your child about cause and effect?  The Ribbon Push and Pull Cube by Fun and Function is one available option! The Ribbon Push and Pull Cube is a visually engaging tactile sensory tool featuring six sides.  According to its description, “This engaging, tactile tool helps keep kids attentive […]

Monday Tech Tip: Mouse Control iOS

Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us how to use a mouse with an iPad using pointer device, which is a new accessibility feature for iOS under the AssistiveTouch features. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about using a pointer device with AssistiveTouch on iOS device.

Go Talk Go AAC Wearable

Over the years, we have covered several augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices and apps.  Go Talk Go is an example of an AAC wearable – so communication is literally within an arm’s length! The rechargeable Go Talk Go features a plastic wristband so you can wear it like a watch.  It offers three programmable […]

Senior Homescreen Pro App

If your elderly loved one is having a hard time operating his or her Android phone, check out the Senior Homescreen Pro App.  Many individuals only use a few apps and this app makes it easier to access those particular ones! This Android launcher app selects three apps by default, but you can easily add […]

AssisitiveWare’s simPODD App

AssistiveWare offers a myriad of apps to help individuals with different special needs.  While we’ve covered a few of their apps (e.g. Proloquo2Go), we have yet to discuss simPODD.  AssistiveWare’s simPODD app is a user-friendly app that “makes communication more intuitive and printing faster.” simPODD is the only iPad app for PODD.  PODD is a […]

Optelec’s ClearView GO Video Magnifier

Optelec is a company with a simple mission: “Improving the quality of life for the visually impaired and blind by reaching out with simple and effective solutions.”  We’ve previously covered some of their devices (click here to view blog on ClearView C Flex.)  One of the company’s newest additions is the Optelec ClearView GO Video […]