Opening jars can be challenging for most, but the task can be especially difficult for individuals with arthritis, hand or arm weakness, and more. This is where the Robo Twist Electric Jar Opener comes in handy. The Robo Twist is a robotic, lightweight jar opener that automatically adjusts to fit any jar size. Here’s how […]
Posts with the assistive technology tag
Time Timer – Visual Timer
Visual timers transform stressful transition periods, reduce resistance to routines, and help manage a class or therapy session. Time Timer displays the “passage of time with a disappearing red disk providing a stress-free time management to make every moment count.”The Time Timer is a powerful tool for visual thinkers of all ages and abilities. It […]
Sonic Bomb with Super Shaker Alarm Clock
Are you in the market for a new alarm clock? Or do you have a hard time waking up in the morning? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then check out the Sonic Bomb with Super Shaker from Sonic Alert! Sonic Alert is a developer “of consumer electronics that primarily focuses on […]
Logitech Harmony Elite Remote
Logitech began in 1981 selling only computer mice. They have since expanded offering products like keyboards, Bluetooth speakers, webcams, remotes, and more. In sum, they research how individuals interact with their digital devices and they offer products to improve their interactions. The Logitech Harmony Elite is an example of one remote the company offers. The […]
Shedding Light on a Hidden Disability
Brain injury (BI) is one of the leading causes of death and disability across the globe. Every year, an estimated 1.7 million Americans sustain a BI. And approximately 5.3 million are living with a disability caused by a brain injury. As discussed in a previous Easterseals blog, a TBI is “caused by a bump, blow […]
UPLIFT Motion Stool from Human Solution
It’s no secret how unhealthy it is to sit at a desk for a majority of the day. Human Solution is on a mission to provide the “healthiest and most productive office solutions.” One example of their products is the ergonomic UPLIFT Motion Stool. The UPLIFT Motion Stool “has what your body needs for any […]