Josh Anderson, Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the Withings Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor, which allows someone to take their blood pressure at home and then logs the reading to an app to keep track of the readings or to share with a doctor. Check it out here: Click here to […]
Posts with the assistive technology tag
Meditation Oasis App
As an individual with anxiety disorders, I’m always seeking ways to relax. Meditating is one great way to calm one’s mind. The Meditation Oasis App brings all the benefits “of the popular Meditation Oasis.” The Meditation Oasis App provides easy access to over 30 powerful and relaxing guided meditations. Whether you’re new to meditation or a seasoned […]
GE Smart Microwave Oven with Alexa
Did you know GE offers an assortment of ADA-compliant appliances, from dishwashers to warming drawers? The company’s newest addition is arguably one of their most accessible appliances yet: the GE Smart Microwave Oven with Alexa. Yes, you heard that right: there is a countertop microwave now available with Alexa voice control! I’ve written about Amazon Echo […]
Tobii Dynavox Speech Case
Tobii Dynavox is the business unit within Tobii Group where they help “individuals with different physical and cognitive limitations live richer and more independent lives.” The company offers several augmentative and alternative (AAC) devices and accessories. One of the company’s available devices is the Tobii Dynavox Speech Case for the iPad. The Tobii Dynavox Speech […]
Cards that Talk by QRSpeak
Playing cards is either impossible or very challenging for individuals with visual impairments. QRSpeak created a whole new way of playing cards for these individuals with their Cards that Talk. The Cards that Talk set comes with standard 52 playing cards (plus 2 jokers = 54 cards total). It is used in collaboration with the […]
5 Speech Therapy Apps from Erik X. Raj
Over the years I have written about several speech therapy apps. However, I have yet to write about apps developed by speech-language pathologist, Erik X. Raj. Today’s blog will highlight a handful of his available apps. Erik X. Raj is a speech-language pathologist in New Jersey. He works with elementary and adolescent students who have various […]