National Senior Citizens Day is particularly important to recognize this month, as we head toward a major spike in the aging population. According to the World Health Organization, there were 200 million people over 60 years old in 1950; by 2000, that number tripled to nearly 600 million; by 2025, it is estimated there will […]
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Supersense – AI app for individuals with visual impairments
Over the years, many smartphone scanner applications have been developed to help individuals with or without visual impairments with varying productivity needs. If you’re in the market for an accessible scanner app, check out Supersense! According to its website, Supersense is the “smartest and simplest scanner application” available for individuals with visual impairments. Supersense utilizes […]
ATU534 – Glean with Dave Tucker
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 Guest: Dave Tucker – Founder and CEO of Glean Website: www.glean.co More info and FAQs: https://help.glean.co/ Accessible Tower […]
AM436 – Kidoku
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! Sudoku puzzles have many benefits including improving concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills. Unfortunately, they may be […]
ConversationBuilderTeen
Having conversations can be challenging for individuals with different special needs. If you’re looking for an app to help simulate a conversation for your teen, check out ConversationBuilderTeen! ConversationBuilderTeen is a conversation simulator designed to help teenagers learn how to have multi-exchange conversations with their peers in a variety of social settings. According to their […]
Speks Magnetic Fidget
Over the years we’ve written about several fidgets for children and adults alike. If you’re looking for a fun, discreet fidget to relieve stress and/or anxiety, check out Speks! According to its website, Speks magnetic balls are “the most fun stress-relief desk toy around.” They’re like magnetic putty but without the mess. Due to their […]