Optelec’s ClearView GO Video Magnifier

Optelec is a company with a simple mission: “Improving the quality of life for the visually impaired and blind by reaching out with simple and effective solutions.”  We’ve previously covered some of their devices (click here to view blog on ClearView C Flex.)  One of the company’s newest additions is the Optelec ClearView GO Video […]

Consumer Highlight: Shanese Simmons

Shanese Simmons was born and raised in Gary, Indiana and graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1994. After high school, she went to Ivy Tech in Gary, but decided to move to Indianapolis for a job with Finish Line. She later went to Davenport University in Merrillville, Indiana and graduated with two associates degree, one […]

Creative Mark Professional Mahl Stick

I recently began painting again after over seven years.  Seven years ago I was a lot stronger and able to hold my arms and shoulders up for a while without any issues.  However, when I went to paint again after all these years, I quickly learned I can no longer paint like I used to; […]

ATU449 – National Park Accessibility with Jeremy Buzzell

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. Show Notes: Jeremy Buzzell – Branch Cheif for the Accessibility Management Program at the National Park Service www.nps.gov —————————— […]

AM356 – Philips SmartSleep Snoring Relief Band

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! Do you and/or your partner snore?  Sometimes individuals only snore when they’re on their back.  Philips […]