For individuals with visual impairments, everyday navigation can be a challenge. Whether it’s crossing the street, finding an entrance or even shopping for groceries, these day-to-day tasks we take for granted are complex and daunting to those with visual disabilities. StellarTrek — now available through the INDATA Lending Library — is an innovative solution designed […]
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RUBY 10 Magnifies Everyday Life
According to the 2022 National Health Interview Survey, an estimated 50.18 million American adults reported experiencing some degree of vision loss. Of these, nearly four million have a lot of trouble seeing, even when wearing glasses, and 340,000 cannot see at all. Magnifying devices have come a long way in the past 10 years. They […]
See the World in a New Light: Night Vision Pro Glasses
Being able to see at night can be difficult. Add in weather issues — fog, rain or snow — and visibility reduces dramatically in the dark of night. And for those individuals living with visual disabilities, it can be nearly impossible to see through the darkness. Night Vision Pro Glasses — in stock to borrow […]
Magnifying Life with Visolux
In the ever-evolving world of assistive technology (AT), the Visolux Digital XL FHD stands out as a versatile tool designed to enhance — or should we say, magnify — the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. This advanced digital magnifier offers a range of features that cater specifically to the needs of those with […]
High and Low-Tech Solutions for Limited Mobility
When thinking about mobility impairment, the image that often springs to many people’s minds is that of a wheelchair. However, even everyday items like Velcro shoes and rolling backpacks — which many people may not necessarily identify as assistive technology — are game-changers for people with limited mobility. “With or without disabilities, we all […]
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Demonstrating Empathy Through Devices
Creating an Inclusive Environment INDATA’s device demonstrations are acts of inclusion. They invite people with disabilities to practice using assistive technology designed to help access and navigate this world that’s still learning how to accommodate their needs. This continuous learning and development is most evident in INDATA’s lending library. With more than 2,500 items, it […]