penfriend 3 labeling system for visual impairments

PenFriend 3 Voice Labeling System

Individuals with visual impairments may often need assistance finding specific items around their home or office.  The PenFriend 3 Voice Labeling System is one potential solution.  According to MaxiAids, the PenFriend 3 is a “best-selling, affordable audio labeler for users who are blind or visually impaired.” The PenFriend 3 Voice Labeling System allows you to […]

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Emergency Broadband Benefit Program Starts Tomorrow

A couple of weeks ago, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced the start date of the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program.  As of tomorrow, May 12, eligible households will be able to enroll in the Program to receive a monthly discount on the cost of broadband service from an approved provider. The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program […]

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AM421 – Victor Reader Trek

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! Did you know an estimated 1.3 million people in the US are considered legally blind?  If […]

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Lil Requester App

Looking for an app to help your child with socio-communication challenges express themselves and their needs effectively?  With the Lil Requester app, children can make requests by expressing feelings and identifying familiar people, places, and activities. According to the app’s description: “Every child has a right to communicate their needs.  However, communication requires an avenue […]