Is your parent getting older, but trying to remain as independent as possible? There are many assistive technologies to make aging in place possible, such as GreatCall products, different alert indicators, home automation systems, and more. Another type of assistive technology that can wholly benefit these individuals (and others) is medication dispensers. Of course, there are the generic […]
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BUDDY: Companion Robot
So many robots have been developed since my post on Big Hero 6 and Robots in Real Life. More recently, I’ve written about LEKA, a robotic toy developed for children with special needs. In today’s post, I’m going to discuss yet another robotic companion called BUDDY. BUDDY was recently funded on Indiegogo and is noted to be […]
Monday Tech Tip: Adapted Driving Expo-Part 4-high tech van
On April 15, 2016 The INDATA Project hosted a full day training on Adapted Driving. Each month we will bring you a tech tip on one of the adapted vehicles we had at the Vehicle Expo. In this fourth one, we take a look at Brandon Scott’s, Accessible Van Owner, adapted high-tech van. Check it […]
ATFAQ035
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadATFAQ035 Show notes: Panel: Brian Norton, Mark Stewart, Belva Smith, and Wade Wingler Q1. Tinting you screen color for easier reading? Q2. Making Office easier to see. Q3. Eyegaze tech and how to get started Q4. Waterproof Braille/talking watch? Q5. Environmental Control Units (ECUs) WADE WINGLER: Welcome to ATFAQ, […]
ATU271 – Furenexo
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: Furenexo with Brian Goral | www.furenexo.com Netflix Audio Description: What a Difference a Year Makes – AccessWorld® […]
AM195 – Amramp
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 195-08-05-16 Amramp 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 or a loved one need a temporary ramp? Did you know you can […]