Have you ever gone horseback riding? Did you know horseback riding offers a myriad of mental and physical health benefits? While riding on a horse, the rider works on core strength, balance, coordination, muscle tone and flexibility. The action of riding a horse also provides many mental health benefits: it’s calming and relaxing. How might someone be […]
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Back to School: 6 Reader Bee Apps
Wow, has this summer just flown by! It’s already that time of year again: time for the kiddos to go back to school! If you’re searching for a list of reading apps to help get your child back in the groove of reading, Reader Bee Apps may just be your one-stop solution! Before diving into the […]
Amramp: Wheelchair Ramp
For individuals with mobility impairments, a ramp may become a necessity for getting in and out of one’s home. Amramp is a company offering many products to make homes more accessible, including Amramp, which is “North America’s Leading Wheelchair Ramp.” It is a modular ramp providing a variety of benefits other ramps don’t. One of […]
Monday Tech Tip: Read and Write for Google Chrome
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, show us Read & Write for Google Chrome which is a reading and writing support tool. Check it out here:
Vidget
Have you ever been told (or told your child) to stop fidgeting or wiggling in a chair and sit still? With the Vidget System, children don’t have to! As I’ve stated in posts before, “Being able to fidget in a classroom improves focus, inspires creativity, and promotes calmness.” The Vidget further inspires children to move naturally […]
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Letters with a Deeper Meaning
Writer: Tiffany Whisner, Coles Marketing ATP. Assistive Technology Professional. This certification is more than just three letters after your name. Just like all educational degrees, licensures, certifications and awards, ATP means something — not just to the person who receives it, but to consumers with disabilities and the assistive technology community. And like most credentials, […]