Orbit Reader 20

Did you know braille books are nearly a square foot in size, and the average novel spans several volumes?  To make books more accessible and portable, Perkins Library introduced the Orbit Reader 20 earlier this month.  The Orbit Reader 20 is a brand new, refreshable braille display that makes books readily available like a Kindle. At […]

MyID Medical Profile

It’s essential to have medical details such as medications, allergies, and emergency contacts readily available in case of emergency.  This is where MyID comes in handy.  MyID is the easiest way to access, store, and manage all health information.  The medical profile is available on bracelets, sticker kits, wallet cards, and an app on your […]

BJOY Ring Joystick Mouse

Wouldn’t it be awesome to transform your wheelchair’s joystick into a mouse?  By installing the BJOY Ring you can!  The BJOY Ring Kit connects directly to your joystick so you can operate your cursor-controlled computer, tablet, or smartphone. According to EnableMart, “The wireless ring is connected to a transmitter paired to the receiver, which is […]

T-handle Rocker Knife and Waterproof Cutting Board

T-handle Rocker Knife I was discussing kitchen prep a few weeks ago and how cutting meat, veggies, pasta, and other foods can be extremely challenging for persons with limited strength and dexterity.  The T-handle Rocker Easy Cut Knife is an adaptive solution for cutting food. The Rocker Knife is easy-to-use and cuts food with a simple rocking […]

Accessible Adventures in Indiana

“Indiana is becoming more accessible now than ever before,” said Ric Edwards, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Program Director for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR). A wheelchair user since 1970, Edwards has watched closely as the state’s level of accessibility has evolved over the years. His work for the DNR involves keeping […]

Envision ELI: Your personal identifier

There are many QR code scanning apps available on the market that help identify objects for those with visual impairments.  Envision ELI is a personal assistant that uses unique and special QR coded adhesive labels to identify objects. Unlike traditional QR labels, ELI labels do not limit the amount of audio that can be recorded on […]