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ATU586 – DOT Inclusive Design Challenge Winners – 3rd Place – AVA app Project with Nicholas Giudice and Richard Corey of VEMI Lab at the University of Maine

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. DOT Inclusive Design Challenge Winners: https://bit.ly/3OTkNll Special Guests: Dr. Richard Corey and Dr. Nicholas Giudice – VEMI Lab at the […]

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AM486 – Vera Music Wellness for Dementia

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! Music can be a powerful tool for individuals of all ages and abilities.  If you or […]

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Simple Music Player for Dementia

Research suggests that listening to or singing songs can provide emotional and behavioral benefits for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia.  Many of these individuals, however, have a hard time trying to operate modern music-playing equipment.  This is where the Simple Music Player may come in handy. The Simple Music Player has […]

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OK Away: Find Family and Friends

You can never be too careful while hiking or traveling.  An app called OK Away has been developed for travelers, providing a way for family, friends, and the travel community to connect better with safety in mind.   According to the Educational AppStore’s description: “OK Away provides reassurance that everything is okay to the families of […]

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Collis Curve Toothbrush

Traditional toothbrushes are not always ideal for individuals with oral sensitivities.  If you or a loved one have autism, Alzheimer’s, or other special needs, check out the Collis Curve Toothbrush. The Collis Curve Toothbrush is a three-sided toothbrush that features short center bristles to clean occlusal surfaces and two outer rows of curved bristles.   Here’s […]

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ATU585 – Live Life Therapy Solutions Inc with Sue Redepenning

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: Sue Redepenning OTR/L, ATP, MN-AS, ECHM – President – Live Life Therapy Solutions Inc. https://livelifetherapysolutions.com —————————— If […]