National Disability Institute (NDI), which manages the ABLE National Resource Center, has launched the #ResilientPwD text messaging campaign to deliver information, tips and interventions to people with disabilities and chronic health conditions. The texts, which are available by signing up for a free subscription, will be sent two times per week for six months and are intended […]
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Data presentation has been an ongoing issue for accessibility, especially with very visual formats such as maps and graphs. This has been emphasized by the COVID-19 pandemic, where a lot of the information available about the situation is shared through iframe displays of data analysis centers, such as the CDC. Last month, I listened to […]
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An Affordable Way to Summon for Help in an Emergency Using Voice Commands By: Joel Hosner, MDTAP Advisory Council Consumer Representative There is nothing like the peace of mind in knowing that if help is needed in an emergency, it’s just a phone call away. For some people with disabilities, it can be challenging to […]
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Winter Preparedness Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Equipment Reuse, MDTAP The cold weather season is in full swing. Take the time to prepare if you haven’t done so yet. Visit the Fairfax County, VA webpage Winter: People with Disabilities website for information for people with disabilities on dressing warmly, wheelchair travel and maintenance and […]
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Posted in Emergency Preparedness on Feb 22nd, 2016
Stay Informed and Know What To Do Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Equipment Reuse, MDTAP Stay informed on weather related emergencies. Emergency Notifications are available from the Maryland Emergency Management Association (MEMA) via Twitter or RSS Feeds; the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) via Twitter or text messages; and the Baltimore City Mayor’s Office […]
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Crime Prevention Tips for People with Disabilities Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Reuse Projects and Emergency Management, MDTAP People with disabilities can protect themselves. It’s especially important to take common sense safety precautions to reduce vulnerability. The following safety tips will be helpful to you. Whenever possible, travel with someone you know. There’s strength […]
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