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Posted in Assistive Technology, Communication Aids, MD Technology Assistance Program, Things to Know Thursday on Apr 12th, 2018
Contributed by Erin Swann, ATP Voice banking is a method for people to use their spoken voice to create a digital voice that can be used in a communication device or app. This process is especially useful for someone who may lose the ability to speak through a progressive disease, such as ALS. While communication […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Events, AT Funding, AT News, Communication Aids, Things to Know Thursday on Mar 29th, 2018
PRC has announced a 50% off discount for the iOS communication app LAMP Words for Life. In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd, this discount will be valid from April 1st through April 4th only. With a regular price of $299.99, the 50% discount will bring the cost of this app down […]
Posted in Things to Know Thursday on Mar 22nd, 2018
Resource contributed by Natalie Kelly from Forever Curious Is there a correct way to talk to or about someone with a disability? Yes, there is! Or at least there is a way that is most respectful and considerate to those with disabilities. Brush up on your disability etiquette skills by reading the tips and suggestions provided […]
Posted in Blind/Low Vision Aids , Mobility Aids, Things to Know Thursday on Mar 1st, 2018
Contributed by Rene Schecker, Volunteer Manager with the Metropolitan Washington Ear Metropolitan Washington Ear is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing free news and information services for blind, visually-impaired, and physically disabled residents of Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. We strive to substitute hearing for seeing, improving the lives of people with little or no vision by enabling […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, Things to Know Thursday on Feb 15th, 2018
Contributed by Karen Weeks of Elder Wellness For many seniors, staying on top of health concerns can be a big job, especially if stress is a factor. It’s important to try and eliminate any negative feelings that might contribute to physical or mental health issues, and that’s not always easy when you’re worrying about yourself as well as […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Education, Learning Aids, MD Technology Assistance Program, Mobility Aids, Things to Know Thursday on Feb 8th, 2018
On this “Things to Know Thursday,” we are bringing you three assistive technology (AT) resources that are packed with useful information. The first resource is a website created by Amy Roman, a speech-language pathologist who works with people with ALS. She has compiled a wealth of information regarding communication for people with ALS who may lose […]
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