During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Dan Gardner from ViewPlus Technologies talks about their embossers that provide a tactile graphic for individuals who are blind and shows us that their embosser can now assign a pattern with with colors to teach individuals who are blind about colors and color mixing. Check it out here: Click here […]
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ATU701 – CITES with Mia Laudato Part 2
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: Mia Laudato, MSEd – Co-Project Director and Senior Technical Assistant – CITES CITES Website: cites.cast.org CAST Website: […]
How the Orbiter Eliminates Pain Points for Wheelchair Users
According to research by the National Institute of Health, 95% of pressure injuries are avoidable. But unfortunately, it’s estimated that 60,000 people die every year from complications due to these injuries. Designed for individuals who use wheelchairs, are of limited mobility, or who require sitting for long periods of time, the Orbiter by Kalogon is […]
Monday Tech Tip: NeuroNode
During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Jill Adlin from Control Bionics showed us the NeuroNode, which is a wireless, wearable sensor thatgives users the ability to use bioelectric signals or spatial movements to access a computer, phone, tablet, and more. Check it out here: Click here for more details about the NeuroNode.
ATU700 – CITES with Mia Laudato
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: Mia Laudato, MSEd – Co-Project Director and Senior Technical Assistant – CITES CITES Website: cites.cast.org CAST Website: […]
Nobi Lamp Sheds Light on Falls
Falls rank among the leading causes of death for older adults. Even in an assisted living community, seniors are often too far from an emergency button or too disoriented to call for help. The Nobi smart lamp serves as a guardian angel, with optical sensors that give it a clear view of rooms both day […]