A couple of weeks ago, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced the start date of the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. As of tomorrow, May 12, eligible households will be able to enroll in the Program to receive a monthly discount on the cost of broadband service from an approved provider. The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program […]
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AM421 – Victor Reader Trek
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! Did you know an estimated 1.3 million people in the US are considered legally blind? If […]
Lil Requester App
Looking for an app to help your child with socio-communication challenges express themselves and their needs effectively? With the Lil Requester app, children can make requests by expressing feelings and identifying familiar people, places, and activities. According to the app’s description: “Every child has a right to communicate their needs. However, communication requires an avenue […]
Stay on task with the Be Focused app!
Regardless of age, it’s no secret that individuals with (and without) ADHD may have a hard time with time management, staying on task, and more. If you are looking for a tool to help keep you or your child on task, check out the Be Focused app! In sum, the app is an “unobtrusive task […]
Cboard AAC App
There are so many available Augmentative and Alternative (AAC) apps and devices available that it can be overwhelming to find what works best for you or your child. One available option is the Cboard AAC Web App! According to its description on the developer’s website, Cboard “helps users with speech and language impairments to communicate […]
AM420 iLuv Bubble Gum True Wireless Earbuds
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! Are you looking for a new, affordable pair of wireless earbuds to listen to music and […]