Stress balls are an ideal way to relax for individuals with and without special needs. MindWare Science Academy offers a fun way to make your very own with their Squishy Ball Lab kit! With the Squishy Ball Lab, you can mix up your own “stress-relieving squishy balls with a special slime recipe, glitter, sensory beads, […]
Author: Laura Medcalf
Bellt Alert Covers
Many individuals with disabilities are unable to communicate with emergency personnel in times of need. Natalie Bell is a mother of five who went viral for creating an affordable solution for this potential problem. Her company, Personalised by Nat, offers Bellt Alert Covers, which are customizable seatbelt straps that simply attach to seatbelts and backpack […]
AM333 – BrailleSense Polaris
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! For 20 plus years, HIMS, Inc. has been a global manufacturer and distributor of devices for individuals […]
HeartGuide Blood Pressure Monitor
If you’re looking for a wearable that measures your blood pressure, check out Omron’s HeartGuide Blood Pressure Monitor. HeartGuide is the “first, clinically accurate, wearable blood pressure monitor” designed to fit your active lifestyle. Omron’s mission is “going for the zero”: We believe in a world full of healthy hearts. That’s why we’re working to […]
TruGlide Mesh Fiber Stylus
One of the most versatile, low-tech pieces of assistive technology is different styli. I have written about several over the years, but I have yet to write about the TruGlide Mesh Fiber Stylus from Lynktec. The TruGlide Stylus features a mesh fiber tip which glides smoothly for a more natural feel. It is a universal […]
AM332 – Visual Reading App
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! I am always browsing the internet for different apps on iOS or Android devices. I recently stumbled […]