Technology and Work: Improving Employment Outcomes for People with Disabilities Webcast Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 Webcast Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) This webcast is free of charge and will be closed captioned. This webcast will focus on the potential role of technology to enhance employment for people with disabilities in two ways […]
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Using Your Mobile Device During Emergencies Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Management and Equipment Reuse, MDTAP June Isaacson Kailes, Disability Policy Consultant, recently released ”Tips for Emergency Use of Mobile Devices”. In this document she provides guidelines for optimal use of mobile devices before, during, and after an emergency. You will get information […]
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It’s that time of month again where we feature some of the updated and newest items posted on Equipment Link. To see a complete listing, visit www.equipmentlink.org or www.myatprogram.org : This listed item is available under the following category: Environmental Adaptations: 8 Foot Exterior Wheelchair Lift – Best Offer (Must be removed by 9/28/15) For […]
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TSA’s Disability Branch launched their new TSA.gov website with updated information on disability issues. To view the disability and medical condition information on the new TSA.gov website, please visit http://www.tsa.gov/travel/special-procedures. At http://www.tsa.gov/travel/special-procedures, you will find a drop down menu where you can choose a specific disability and/or medical condition and learn about what to expect […]
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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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Bullying of Students with Disabilities Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Management and Equipment Reuse, MDTAP Families all across Maryland are in the midst of preparing for the start of the 2015 school year. Schools will open their doors to new and returning students the week of August 24th. As your student(s) prepare to […]
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