It can be difficult to find a tray surface that adjusts to different pieces of adaptive equipment. The Special Tomato Mobile Activity Tray provides “adjustability, maneuverability, and versatility for many situations.” It is an ideal tray to use while eating, practicing fine motor skills (e.g. writing, tablet work, etc.) or visual tracking or reading. The […]
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Tips and Tools for Tackling the Winter Weather
Winter can be the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also be the most difficult, especially for people with disabilities. “This time of the year is when our resources can really come in handy for a lot of people,” said Brian Norton, the director of assistive technology at Easterseals Crossroads. “Winter can […]
Miniguide US
American Printing House for the Blind (APH) is the “world’s largest nonprofit organization creating educational, workplace, and independent living products and services for people who are visually impaired.” One of their available products is the Miniguide US. The Miniguide US is a tiny electronic travel device that is ideal for individuals who are blind. It […]
Monday Tech Tip: WatchMinder 3
Josh Anderson, Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the WatchMinder 3, which is a simple watch that can be programmed with vibrating reminders to help people stay on task and manage their time. Check it out here:
Monday Tech Tip: Seeing AI app updates
Belva Smith, Assistive Technology Specialist, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us some new features in the Microsoft Seeing AI app. This app allows you to use your smart phone to get verbal descriptions of people, text, and objects. Check it out here:
Control your garage door anywhere with Garageio
We have covered countless smart home devices over the years. However, we’ve yet to discuss a device that could help individuals with special needs get into their garages. While garage door openers or outdoor keypads may work fine for some, something like Garageio may work even better for others. Garageio is a simple and secure […]