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Consumer Highlight: Candy Sherd

Candy Sherd was diagnosed with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease in 2006 after having spinal meningitis in 2004. VKH is a rare disorder that causes a rapid loss of vision. Knowing that she would have progressive vision loss, Candy started preparing and made large prints of things such as important documents and her favorite recipes. Candy is […]

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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock

Are you looking to transform your ordinary deadbolt into a smart lock?  Check out the all-new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock!  With August’s new Wi-Fi Smart Lock, you’ll be able to remotely lock or unlock the door, check door status, and more! One unique feature about this lock is that it has built-in Wi-Fi, which means […]

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ATU510 – Indiana Work to INclude Coalition with Pat Rogan and Bonnie Bomer

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: Pat Rogan – Co-Director, Work to Include Coalition Bonnie Bomer – Advocacy Specialist, Indiana Disability Rights www.worktoinclude.org […]

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AM412 – Amazon Pharmacy

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! Amazon has recently launched yet another convenient service with Amazon Pharmacy.  That’s right — Amazon is […]

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SMPL Motion Alert Kit

Simpl Technology electronics are “simple solutions designed for common everyday problems” experienced by many people aging in place.  One of their available products is their SMPL Motion Alert Kit. Their Motion Alert Kit is a “simple and expandable monitoring solution.”  The starter kit includes both a pager as well as a motion sensor to help […]

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Amazon Pharmacy

Amazon has recently taken on the prescription delivery market with Amazon Pharmacy!  That’s right: Amazon is officially delivering medications straight to your door. Signing up for Amazon Pharmacy is super easy.  First, they’ll ask the kinds of questions a doctor’s office would ask on the first visit like your name, date of birth, contact preferences, […]