“Indiana is becoming more accessible now than ever before,” said Ric Edwards, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Program Director for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR). A wheelchair user since 1970, Edwards has watched closely as the state’s level of accessibility has evolved over the years. His work for the DNR involves keeping […]
Posts with the Accessibility tag
Envision ELI: Your personal identifier
There are many QR code scanning apps available on the market that help identify objects for those with visual impairments. Envision ELI is a personal assistant that uses unique and special QR coded adhesive labels to identify objects. Unlike traditional QR labels, ELI labels do not limit the amount of audio that can be recorded on […]
How to use Drop In with your Amazon Echo speakers
On Tuesday, I discussed how Echo users are able to make calls to other Echo users. Amazon also released another feature that piggybacks on voice calling called Drop In. The Drop In feature is very similar to Alexa-to-Alexa Calling. However, it is slightly different than voice calling in that it allows users to drop in whenever. When using […]
3 Text-to-Speech Apps
Text-to-speech technology is a game changer for those who are otherwise unable to communicate with those around them. For today’s blog, I wanted to introduce you all to three text-to-speech apps. 3 Text-to-Speech Apps The following apps are available on both Android and Apple devices. 1. Predictable: Predictable is an award-winning app for people with speech […]
Fidget Squishy Balls
Fun Fidget Squishy Balls are an ideal solution for users who love to fidget! They’re also great for sensory input, strengthening hands, reducing stress, and more. There is a variety of Squishy Balls available from Enable Mart. The balls are made out of non-toxic, non-latex materials. Each one is unique, yet they all offer the […]
Liftware Level
I first introduced Liftware back in 2014. If you’re unfamiliar with it, it is an eating utensil that cancels out tremors making it easier to eat. The same company has recently released an all-new product coined Liftware Level. The original Liftware (now called “Liftware Steady”) is an electronic stabilizing handle with an assortment of attachments. […]