Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. DOT Inclusive Design Challenge Winners: https://bit.ly/3OTkNll Special Guest: Dan Davies – Founder and President – AbleLink Smart Living Technologies Website: www.ablelinktech.com […]
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AM487 Simple Music Player for Dementia
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! Research suggests that listening to or singing songs can provide emotional and behavioral benefits for individuals […]
iGuerburn Simple Music Player
Many studies show that music can improve the quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Last week I wrote about the Simple Music Player, which is an easy-to-use music-playing solution for individuals with Alzheimer’s and more. Another available option is the iGuerburn Simple Music Player. Before diving into the details […]
Solve math problems with WolframAlpha
Math can be challenging for individuals with or without disabilities. WolframAlpha is an app that can help. WolframAlpha uses its vast collection of algorithms and data to compute answers to mathematical and chemistry problems. WolframAlpha plugs directly into the supercomputing cloud, computing answers to your questions “quickly, efficiently, and without draining your battery.” In addition […]
Speak My Mind AAC App
Several apps are available to help turn your iOS device into an AAC device, one of them being the Speak My Mind app. Speak My Mind is a “revolutionary” augmentative and alternative communication app that helps individuals with language and communication challenges. The app can help people with autism, ALS, Down Syndrome, Apraxia, cerebral palsy, […]
Monday Tech Tip: Display & Text Feature (iOS)
Brian Norton, Director of AT, at Easterseals Crossroads show us the Display & Text Size accessibility in iOS. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Display & Text Size