Candy Sherd was diagnosed with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease in 2006 after having spinal meningitis in 2004. VKH is a rare disorder that causes a rapid loss of vision. Knowing that she would have progressive vision loss, Candy started preparing and made large prints of things such as important documents and her favorite recipes. Candy is […]
Posts with the Easterseals Crossroads tag
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
Are you looking to transform your ordinary deadbolt into a smart lock? Check out the all-new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock! With August’s new Wi-Fi Smart Lock, you’ll be able to remotely lock or unlock the door, check door status, and more! One unique feature about this lock is that it has built-in Wi-Fi, which means […]
Monday Tech Tip: Power Banks
Craig Burns, Assistive Technology Specialist, at Easterseals Crossroads discussed using power banks to charge phones, laptops, and tablets. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Anker power banks.
AM412 – Amazon Pharmacy
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! Amazon has recently launched yet another convenient service with Amazon Pharmacy. That’s right — Amazon is […]
SMPL Motion Alert Kit
Simpl Technology electronics are “simple solutions designed for common everyday problems” experienced by many people aging in place. One of their available products is their SMPL Motion Alert Kit. Their Motion Alert Kit is a “simple and expandable monitoring solution.” The starter kit includes both a pager as well as a motion sensor to help […]
Amazon Pharmacy
Amazon has recently taken on the prescription delivery market with Amazon Pharmacy! That’s right: Amazon is officially delivering medications straight to your door. Signing up for Amazon Pharmacy is super easy. First, they’ll ask the kinds of questions a doctor’s office would ask on the first visit like your name, date of birth, contact preferences, […]