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Author: Laura Medcalf
HoneyBee Switch
Many individuals cannot operate traditional switches and buttons. If you or a loved one have limited movement, check out the HoneyBee Switch. The HoneyBee Switch is an “innovative, easy-to-use” switch that senses the proximity of a hand, finger, head, foot, etc. To activate the HoneyBee Switch, the user simply places his or her hand, head, […]
Guided Hands by ImaginAble Solutions
ImaginAble Solutions creates assistive devices to improve the quality of life for people living with cerebral palsy, arthritis, spinal cord injuries, strokes, and more. Their new Guided Hands device enables anyone with limited fine motor skills to write, paint, draw, and access technology through a touchscreen device. To begin, place Guided Hands on a flat […]
AM484 Guided Hands
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! ImaginAble Solutions creates assistive devices to improve the quality of life for people living with cerebral […]
Spark Reading for Kids
Studies show that just 10 minutes of reading a day makes a world of difference for students. Spark Reading for Kids is an app designed to help improve the reading skills of students ages 6 to 16. The app features hundreds of topics as well as thousands of questions to help improve critical thinking skills […]
Stay organized with the Homework App
For many students, it’s that time of year again to go back to school. If you’re searching for an app to help keep assignments and teacher contacts organized, check out the Homework App. The Homework App features four basic categories: tasks, subjects, instructors, and a calendar. When you first open the app, you can fill […]