While looking back at when he started as Indiana AgrAbility’s rural rehabilitation specialist, Stephen J. Swain, ATP, let out a hearty laugh and said, “I really had no idea what I was getting into.” Swain has family members with disabilities, but the world of assistive technology (AT) and the language of accessibility was foreign to […]
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SensaSoft Squeezie Seat
One of my favorite topics to research and write about are products that promote relaxation and focus. This includes the world of fidgets, different seating options, and more. SensaSoft Squeezie Seat from Fun and Function is yet another product that calms and promotes concentration. The SensaSoft Squeezie Seat is a comfortable chair that “gently squeezes, applying soothing pressure […]
Nike’s LeBron Soldier 10 FlyEase
I first introduced Nike’s accessible shoe, FlyEase, nearly two years ago. Its design features groundbreaking shoe technology that grants independence to users with limited dexterity. This spring, Nike unleashed an updated, more accessible version of the shoe: LeBron Soldier 10 FlyEase. The original FlyEase design relied on a wrap-around zipper to fasten the shoe. It […]
Eyestrain Reducing LED Floor Lamp
Many individuals still enjoy reading books and other text on good old fashioned paper. However, poor lighting can cause eye strain, fatigue, and light sensitivity, making reading a painful task. The Eyestrain Reducing Variable Color LED Floor Lamp from Hammacher Schlemmer is a potential solution to this problem! This LED Floor Lamp features adjustable color […]
Introducing Apple’s HomePod
After Amazon Echo’s raging success over the past few years, many tech companies are creating their very own smart speaker home assistants. Google’s version of the home assistant was introduced near the end of last year. Now, Apple has finally introduced their own smart speaker: the HomePod. Apple describes their new product as follows: HomePod is […]
5 Board Games that Encourage Developmental Skills
A few weeks ago, I discussed several products to encourage outdoor play this summer. However, if you’re looking for something fun for your child to do on rainy days, what’s more fun than board games?! I’m sure by now you’ve played Candyland and Monopoly too many times to count. So for today’s post, I’d like […]