JanSport is a company that has been creating a wide variety of bags for more than 50 years. They recently launched an Adaptive Collection, featuring two options for individuals with physical disabilities. The Adaptive Collection upgrades classic JanSport styling with features that make everyday things easier. JanSport has been working with and listening to individuals […]
Author: Laura Medcalf
AM515 App2speak
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey 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! If you’re looking for a new augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app, check out App2Speak. App2Speak […]
Tactile Wet Measuring Spoons, Pitcher, and Funnel
Yesterday I wrote about the Boil Alert Disc listed on the Blind Kitchen’s website. Their website also features a set of wet measuring spoons, a small pitcher, and a mini funnel that makes measuring liquids “simple and accurate, with less waste and mess.” The wet measuring spoons are easy to identify because of the tactile […]
Boil Alert Disc
The Blind Kitchen is a website featuring many adaptive tools, helpful strategies, and specialized knowledge for individuals with visual impairments. One of the adaptive products listed on their website is the Boil Alert Disc. The Boil Alert Disc assists in preventing messy boil-overs by creating a rattling noise to help you know when the food […]
Control all of your devices with PUCKmed
SmashToast is a company dedicated to developing hardware and software that help people. They strive to develop products that “make lives better using simplicity, elegance, intuition, and technology.” Their product, PUCKmed, is a device that can control infrared devices (e.g. televisions, air conditioners, space heaters, etc.) PUCKmed is designed specifically for individuals with physical disabilities. With […]
AM514 Step2Tub
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey 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! Getting in and out of the bathtub can be challenging for individuals aging in place and […]