Encouraging sensory exploration is essential for several individuals with autism, sensory processing disorder, or other special needs. Sensory Jungle Water Beads for children are one example of a sensory product and have “been clinically tested to provide the sensory input that special needs’ kids desire.” Sensory Jungle water beads “encourage sensory exploration by creating a soothing […]
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Blue2 Bluetooth Switch
AbleNet Inc. is a “world leader in assistive technology, curriculum, and services to help individuals with disabilities lead productive and fulfilling lives.” They offer a vast portfolio of assistive technologies designed specifically for individuals with disabilities. One of their products is the Blue2 Bluetooth switch. The new Blue2 Bluetooth switch provides single or dual switch access […]
5 Ways to Utilize Your Amazon Echo
Over the past couple of years, I’ve briefly covered the Amazon Echo. In sum, the Amazon Echo (aka “Alexa”) is a hands-free personal assistant. When I first wrote about the Echo, I had very limited knowledge on how it could really benefit individuals with special needs. I have only recently discovered some cool features and tricks which […]
SmartKlean Laundry Ball
I went 25+ years without doing my own laundry as the machines were always inaccessible. When I moved into my current house over a year ago, I was so excited about being able to do my own laundry! I know, I know– who gets excited over a chore?! This gal! It was satisfying being able to […]
AT Specialists: 8 Picks from 2016
Last week, I wrote about 2016’s most read posts on different assistive technologies. For this week’s post, I asked for feedback from our assistive technology specialists about what they enjoyed learning more about or working with this past year. In case you didn’t know, there are two parts of our Assistive Technology Department: the INDATA Project and clinical services. […]
Wink Hub 2
It has been quite some time since I’ve written about home automation. As my current system (iVera) is struggling, I felt it’s a perfect time to research newer systems. I’ve used this hub and app for four years to turn on my lights, unlock/lock my door, and more; it’s an essential piece of technology for my independence. While […]