Friday Podcast: Adaptive Driving (Suzanne Pritchard), New Ablenet Products, The New iPad and Accessibility, Divided Opinions on Braille, Vibrating Tattoos, Blind Bargains App, Fall Risks

Information from the INDATA Project is now available via podcast! Every Friday, the INDATA Project will release two podcasts featuring new assistive technology projects. The podcasts are available for viewing on the INDATA Project website and on iTunes. The “Assistive Technology Update” is a fast-paced weekly update for AT professionals and enthusiasts. The “Accessibility Minute” is designed […]

“Run and Roll”: One woman’s adventures coaching a wheelchair tennis team

Her mom is always telling her that she has come full circle. In many ways, Julie Fritz is fulfilling a passion that started 30 years ago when she was studying special education. She knew she wanted to work in that field somehow and about five years ago, Fritz dived head first into something a tad […]

Rest easy: remote monitoring increases independence

For some, complete independence may be difficult or worrisome for others because of health problems, a disability or mobility challenges. Now, one company’s goal is to give back a little independence lost to these folks through a monitoring system that gives its users help when they need it and independence when they don’t. Sengistix is […]

Under Control: How one company helps individuals with disabilities regain control over their lives

Many would argue that a distinctive human right would be control over his or her life and be the captain of his or her own destiny, regardless of ability. One Indiana based company is seeking to make sure that those with disabilities have a chance to exercise this right through employment opportunities. Pathfinder ControlAbility, based […]