Robert (Bob) Butler was born in Marion, Indiana and raised with 7 siblings. He went to Ball State University and then got a job working for the state of Indiana at the Department of Workforce Development. Robert also met his wife, Nancy, at work. He is now 71 years-old and retired from the state job […]
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Consumer Highlight: Lydia Farmen
Lydia Farmen grew up in Martinsville and graduated from Martinsville High School in 2018. Lydia was born with spina bifida and for years she was able to walk with forearm crutches and use her hands. She can no longer walk and has lost her ability to grasp things with her hands. Her mom, Sara, contacted […]
ATU611 – ATIA Take Aways: 2023 Edition with the Easterseals Crossroads Crew
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guests: Wade Wingler – Vice President at Easterseals Crossroads Brian Norton – Director of AT at Easterseals Crossroads […]
Monday Tech Tip: Taptilo
Blake Allee, Demo & Loan Specialist, at the INDATA Project at Easterseals Crossroads, show us the Taptillo, which is a device that teaches people how to read and write braille. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Taptilo.
Demonstrating Empathy Through Devices
Creating an Inclusive Environment INDATA’s device demonstrations are acts of inclusion. They invite people with disabilities to practice using assistive technology designed to help access and navigate this world that’s still learning how to accommodate their needs. This continuous learning and development is most evident in INDATA’s lending library. With more than 2,500 items, it […]