Essential tremor, the most common type of tremor that causes involuntary and rhythmic shaking or trembling most obvious in the hands and forearms, affects up to 5% of people worldwide and an estimated 7-10 million people in the U.S. Experts also predict that nearly 1 million people in the U.S. are currently affected by the […]
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Accessibility and Assistive Technology at the Fair
The Indiana State Fair is in full swing, running now through August 18. To make sure people of all abilities have fun, the Indiana Farmers Coliseum offers several services in accordance with ADA standards at the fairgrounds. Assisted Listening Devices (ALD) Headsets and receivers connected to the Coliseum’s ADA-approved ALD audio system are available for […]
Monday Tech Tip: Irie-AT- Acuity Desktop Magnifier
During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Cody Mitchell at Irie-AT showed us the Acuity Desktop Magnifier. Check it out here: Click here for more information on the Acuity Desktop Magnifier.
ATU688 – Employment Pathfinder Updates with Steve Sutter
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. Special Guest: Steve Sutter – President – CreateAbility Concepts, Inc Website: createabilityinc.com Email: steve@createabilityinc.com —————————— If you have an […]
A Playground for Guests of All Abilities
Conner Prairie, an interactive history museum located in Fishers, Indiana, transports guests through time to 1836 Prairietown, 1816 Lenape Indian Camp and the 1859 Balloon Voyage. As one of the largest attractions in the region and one of the most visited outdoor museums in the country, Conner Prairie has a rich history in Indiana and […]
iPhone Offers Cognitive-Related Accessibility Features
In a recent Forbes article, the Apple iPhone was the top selling smartphone in the U.S. and around the world. Not only is it stylish and sleek, but the iPhone also offers many features and functions that fall into a “cognitive-related accessibility” category. There are multiple ways for users to reduce distraction and sensory stimulus, […]