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Monthly Archive for July, 2016

It took some whittling this week to scale back on all of the AT & disability-related tweets we sent out. But I think this is really the best-of-the-best: hearing colors, thought controlled coffee pots (squeal!!!), app-based vision tests and WAY more. AT in the news for the week of 7/25 – 7/29 “Until there is a cure for ALS, technology […]

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As a parent of a child with often extreme emotional & behavioral issues, I’m continually searching out the best methods and technologies to support her journey into greater emotional management. Whether it’s to help build conversation skills, manage angry outbursts, or navigate fears, I’m always looking for tidbits of information that I can implement into our […]

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Testing & Teaching iOS VoiceOver App Accessibility August 3, 2016 3:00 pm- 4:15 pm VoiceOver, a feature Apple has built into all iOS devices to enable Braille and speech access for users who are unable to see the screen, has revolutionized the lives of blind people. It works best when apps are deliberately developed in […]

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We’re celebrating the 26th Anniversary of the ADA today. Watch (or search) our Facebook and Twitter feeds for updates! #ADA26MD

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Every step, every minor change gets us a little closer to a more inclusive society. Whether people are crowdsourcing funding for assistive technology or tech companies are spearheading invention, accessibility & inclusivity are closer than ever before. AT in the news for the week of 7/18 thru 7/22 Social Robots – programmable by everyone – […]

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The Maryland Equipment Link is the place to post assistive technology you no longer need or want, like wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, and more. Now you can finally move those things cluttering your basement & attic, or just help a relative who no longer has use for that medical equipment. You can buy, sell or […]

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