Josh Anderson, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us the basic features of the Amigo HD handheld CCTV. Check it out here:
Posts with the assistive technology tag
To Learn Yourself By Teaching Others
Writer: Tiffany Whisner, Coles Marketing “I’m grateful for my challenges because they have pushed me in ways that are invaluable, making me more compassionate for others and very aware we all are carrying our own baggage.” Kathy Nimmer couldn’t have said it better — especially since she’s a 10th grade English teacher who also teaches […]
Introducing Airing: a new CPAP device
Individuals who have sleep apnea often don’t wear their CPAP masks as they’re supposed to. This is likely due to the CPAP’s bulky mask attached to tangling cords and hoses. However, soon there may be a hoseless, cordless, maskless, battery-powered CPAP device available for these patients called Airing. First, what exactly is sleep apnea? According to the Airing website: Obstructive Sleep […]
7 Games and Toys for the Visually Impaired
Play is an important part of each child’s development. During play, children learn essential skills such as communication, cognition, motor skills, social interaction, and other developmental skills. While play is important for each child’s development, it is especially vital for children who are blind or visually impaired because it’s how they learn to interact with their surroundings. What are […]
Monday Tech Tip: Clipboard Managers (Copy’em Paste)
Wade Wingler, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us a clipboard manager called Copy’em Paste for Mac. Check it out here:
ScanJig Pro
The iPhone and iPad already offer many accessible features and apps for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. However, many still find the need to purchase an additional (expensive!) scanner when they could simply use apps on smart devices with an affordable stand like the ScanJig Pro! According to its website, the ScanJig Pro is a […]