Indy Connect calls themselves “Central Indiana’s Transportation Initiative” because they are striving to provide useful public transportation for the city of Indianapolis. For some, driving a car is the preferred way to get around town. However, many people (probably more than you think) do not have that option because they either can’t afford it or […]
Author: Nikol Prieto
Tech Tip Monday: INDATA Equipment Loan Library
To access Closed Captioning, roll your pointer over the arrow in the lower right corner of the video and click on the “CC”. You can also learn about accessing the INDATA Loan Library in this blog post.
IRCIL Senior Technology Fair
WHAT: The Indianapolis Resource Center for Independent Living (IRCIL) Senior Technology Fair WHERE: Indianapolis Senior Center, 708 E. Michigan St., Indianapolis IN DATE: March 25, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. See the newest most innovative technology for legally blind and totally blind seniors Learn how IRCIL can help make your life more independent […]
Accessible Indiana Education Spotlight: Ball State University
As a follow-up to our November post Accessible Education in Indiana, INDATA wanted to recognize Ball State University. Disability Friendly Colleges recently included Ball State in their list of 75 colleges to exceed beyond the American with Disabilities Act guidelines. Ball State earned this acknowledgement for its exceptional student disability services, which include accessible residential housing, adaptive […]
AgrAbility Project Helps Farmers with Disabilities
Farming is dangerous work. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately 120,000 farm related injuries occur each year. Thanks to the AgrAbility Project, assistance is available to anyone working in the field of agriculture with a disability. Services provided include on-site visits, assessments, training, and technical assistance. Assistive technology, such as extra steps and handholds for […]
Manage Your Medication with Assistive Technology
Did you remember to take your pills today? Whether you’ve got a cognitive impairment or are just plain forgetful, assistive technology can help you stay on track with your medication. Here are a few adaptive aids we have available at the INDATA Loan Library. Pill Organizer – This tray will hold a week’s worth of […]