Approximately 253 million people live with some type of visual impairment. The Loud Steps app is free and provides autonomy for visually-impaired or blind people. It is the world’s most-used platform for accessibility within indoor spaces and campuses. This application also caters to people with a hearing disability due to its simple, high-contrast visual interface. […]
Posts with the assistive tag
AM286 – Bestic for Mealtime independence
Podcast: Play in new window | Download286-5-18-18 Bestic – Mealtime independence Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! A number of individuals with cerebral palsy, ALS, muscular dystrophy, and more […]
AM285 – Ring Doorbell
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 285-5-11-18 Ring Doorbell Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! Several individuals with different special needs are unable to get up to see who […]
AM284 – DenTrust Toothbrush
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! Many children with autism and other special needs experience oral sensitivities. Because of this, it can […]
Ring Video Doorbells
There are many assistive technologies available to help individuals with different needs live more independently. Smart home appliances are one of the easiest, most affordable ways to help someone with a mobility impairment be as independent as possible. Ring is a company offering several smart home solutions. Ring offers security cameras, a security system, and […]
AM283 Withings Aura Smart Sleep System
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! Do you have a hard time falling and staying asleep at night? The Withings Aura Smart Sleep […]