Looking for an affordable app to help introduce your child to augmentative and alternative communication? My First AAC is an iPad app specifically designed for toddlers and preschoolers who experience speech difficulties. This particular app has been noted as “a great beginner Augmentative Alternative Communication app for young children” by Megan Bratti, MS, CCC-SLP. My First […]
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3 Watch Brands for Blind or Visually Impaired
Tick-tock. Tick-tock. Tick-tock. The face clock upon my office’s wall is a constant clicking reminder of time passing; a reminder that there’s work to be done or lunch to be had, and eventually it’ll prompt me that it’s time to go home. Once I’m home, my kitchen’s clock will hint when I should prepare dinner and eventually begin […]
ClickList: Kroger’s online ordering, pickup service
In recent months, Kroger has launched online ordering in several central Indiana locations. The service, coined “ClickList“, was successfully tested in Carmel, and has since launched at several other locations. ClickList is a major breakthrough in grocery shopping, especially for individuals with disabilities! It allows individuals to shop online and pick up items at the store without […]
Monday Tech Tip: iPad Keyboards (that charge from an iPad)
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us two iPad keyboards that get their charge directly from the iPad. Check it out here:
Exciting new staff changes!
In recent months, the Assistive Technology Program at Easter Seals Crossroads has seen a few staff changes. I wanted to make sure our readers are informed of all these exciting changes! Prior to writing this blog, I went ahead and asked the newly-promoted staff about their new roles, responsibilities, goals, and more. Check out the interview […]
Monday Tech Tip: iOS built in screen reader options (speak selection & speak screen)
Brian Norton, Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology, at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us shows us two iOS built in screen reader options: speak selection and speak screen. Check it out here: