If you’re like me, you love the idea of enjoying a nice, home cooked meal. But when it comes down to the prep work, you’d prefer to just order in. Though I do enjoy cooking at home, after I battle with the jars and cans, I barely have the energy to cook. So for today’s post, I decided to […]
Author: Laura Medcalf
Tech Tip: Accessible PC Programs
A couple weeks ago, Alvin Alviar introduced us to some handy websites. For this week’s Tech Tip, Alvin will show us some applications that could improve accessibility on PCs.
orbiTouch Keyless Keyboard
For some individuals with physical or developmental disabilities, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, autism and more, using the standard QWERTY keyboard is not an option. The orbiTouch Keyless Keyboard is a revolutionary solution that removes the barrier posed by the traditional keyboard/mouse combination. The orbiTouch is an ergonomic alternative to the QWERTY keyboard. It is a […]
Sensory Issues in Autism
The soothing sensation of fine sand between our toes. The breath of a warm, gentle breeze on our faces. The comfort of a loved one’s embrace. For the majority, these examples of touch take us to an unparalleled state of bliss. But for children with sensory issues, such as those on the autism spectrum, these […]
Pay-it-forward with ‘Be My Eyes’ app
The App Store offers countless apps to get us through both our personal and professional lives. The possibilities are virtually limitless with the many productivity, social networking, navigation, reference apps (and more!)–all readily available at our fingertips. However, the Be My Eyes app goes beyond the daily grind, offering users the ability to help others without leaving the comfort of their couch. Oftentimes, daily […]
Tech Tip: Paprika Recipe Manager App
Last Thursday, we covered the Paprika Recipe Manager app. For today’s Tech Tip, Ashlee is going to show us around this multi-platform application that can simplify our lives in a myriad of ways. Check it out!