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Smart Tales Interactive Books App
Looking for a fun, interactive app to help teach STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)? Check out the Smart Tales Interactive Books app! Before diving further into the app, here’s more about the importance of STEM: “STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. These are the most important subjects for developing logical reasoning […]
Button Hook and Button Aid
Several individuals with arthritis, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries, and more can find it hard to button (or unbutton) clothes. Vive Health offers an affordable, low-tech solution with their Button Hook. With the Button Hook, individuals can easily button or unbutton their clothes. It features a slim wire loop made of durable steel which easily […]
AirSoap Air Purifier
Last week I wrote about the PhoneSoap Pro, a device that sanitizes your phone and accessories. The same company also offers AirSoap, a solution that kills bacteria and viruses in the air. AirSoap is a revolutionary new air purifier technology that kills and captures even the smallest viruses HEPA filters can’t. Unlike other air purifiers […]
Monday Tech Tip: Managing Calendars and Emails using Amazon Alexa app
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us how to set up and manage calendars and emails within the Amazon Alexa app. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about the Amazon Alexa app.