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Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, MD Technology Assistance Program, Weekly Wrap-up Friday on Dec 23rd, 2016
We’ve been listing 5 links a week for the past few weeks, but today, I just couldn’t narrow it down. My gift to you – some incredible news on assistive technology worldwide (spoiler – 7 links, not 5). Just another reason to feel good & grateful this holiday season. Happy holidays, all!!! AT in the […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Equipment Re-use, Things to Know Thursday on Dec 22nd, 2016
The newest AT listed on Equipment Link include: Acorn stair lift – Free Hospital bed – Free Solo Ace Reading Machine – $400
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT and the Law, AT News, Education, Maryland Department of Disabilities, Web Tip Wednesday on Dec 21st, 2016
On December 19, 2014, the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act was signed into law. This federal law will give many people who acquired disabilities prior to the age of 26 the ability to open tax-exempt bank accounts without losing eligibility for federal means-tested benefits. Funds in these accounts can be used for disability-related […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Information Technology, Tech Tip Tuesday on Dec 20th, 2016
New in our AT Library, and available for demonstration (or loan via one of our iDevices)… Nearby Explorer ($79.99) a full featured GPS app designed for use by people who are blind. Instead of just providing directions, it describes the environment in ways comparable to reading signage or observing road characteristics. It uses onboard maps, so a data […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Education, Learning Aids, Mobility Aids, Mystery Monday on Dec 19th, 2016
It’s not too late to find some great toys for all the kiddos in your life! Here are a few helpful links to guide you through the process. Happy shopping! 25 Braille toys for kids who are blind Toys like me – shopping guide (glasses, wheelchairs, hearing aids and more!) Sensory play toys for kids who […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Events, AT News, Information Technology, Weekly Wrap-up Friday on Dec 16th, 2016
Never short of surprising, and often straight up amazing, this week’s foray into the latest assistive technology news… Blind People Can Take Amazing Selfies with Talkback and the Camera App on Pixel and Nexus Devices Running Nougat 7.1 and Higher People with disabilities want better tech and they know how to build it Behold A […]
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