Believe it or not, the image above is not from a science-fiction film. This is a senior working with DreamFace Technologies’ social robot, Ryan, which is proving to enhance mood, reduce cognitive decline and improve mobility for older adults — among other benefits. Through artificial intelligence, Ryan is able to recognize emotions, engage socially and […]
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The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
With gift-giving season just around the corner, INDATA is releasing its annual holiday gift guide podcast on Black Friday this week. The 2024 episode features a panel of our assistive technology specialists talking about products our clients have enjoyed that could bring holiday cheer to your loved ones this year. Listed below are a few […]
A Veterans Day Highlight
In honor of Veterans Day this week, here are a few resources for veterans with disabilities living in Indiana … Visual Impairment Services Team (VIST): Whether they’re injured in the line of duty or simply experiencing the side effects of aging, vision loss is a common issue for veterans. If eligible for Veterans Affairs’ healthcare coverage, […]
Walk Confidently in Stride with NexStride
Navigating the world around us can be challenging for individuals with disabilities, but innovations in mobility technology are making a significant impact on how those with mobility challenges move forward. NexStride, created by a veteran with Parkinson’s Disease and a biomedical engineer, is a walking assist device that combines the functionality of a traditional walker […]
Can People with Disabilities Get Help from … Polly the Parrot?
For many individuals with neurological disabilities and disorders, traditional communication methods can be challenging or even impossible. This is where Polly, by Parrots Medical Assistant AI, revolutionizes the way individuals with disabilities connect and communicate with the world around them. Parrots AI asks the question: “How many brilliant minds remain undiscovered by the world simply […]
Highlighting Deaf Hoosiers
Did you know the Indiana School for the Deaf was the first state school in the nation to provide tuition-free — and bilingual — education for deaf students? And that its founder, William Willard, was the first deaf person in America to establish a school for the deaf? Did you know that former Indiana Fever […]