Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Events, AT News, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Education, Information Technology, Learning Aids, Mobility Aids, Weekly Wrap-up Friday on Aug 12th, 2016
This week didn’t disappoint when it comes to great things happening in the world of assistive technology. Exoskeletons really being used, apps for chefs with low (or no) vision, Pokémon GO helping kids with ADHD, smart homes for senior citizens…stuff happening and implemented in real life! This is AT actually making a difference- AT in the […]
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:prose app ($59.99) Revolutionary technology for people with communication challenges including Autism, Asperger’s, ALS, stroke, Aphasias, and other conditions which result in temporary or permanent verbal communication challenges. Smartstones® :prose™ is the world’s first gesture-to-speech app. It is a gesture powered AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) app, enabling you to speak and display phrases aloud […]
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The EyeOn App is a relatively simple yet useful app that makes it easy for people living alone to maintain their independence by automating a call for help, and by reassuring those that care for them that they will be notified if there is a potential problem. The app allows the individual to set their own […]
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It’s Autism Awareness Month and there’s a lot of news, updates, and stories on the internet but we wanted to share this especially poignant video of a boy with autism using his communication device to “talk” with the world. These devices (and so many others) change lives. Never underestimate the power of voice! https://youtu.be/UTx12y42Xv4
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Free Online Message Banking Tool MessageBanking.com enables an individual to record and save messages in their own voice. These recordings can later be imported into a Speech Generating Device (SGD) or several tablet communication apps, providing a more personal communication experience for you and those you love. To learn more, visit www.messagebanking.com.
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If I Need Help labels are QR code labels that can be applied to clothing or personal items which then contain personal information that allows someone who cannot communicate traditionally to provide necessary information to others. How It Works: Become a free member Create a profile. This can be changed in real time when needed Have […]
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