One of the most popular articles on our blog is: Top 5 things to consider when designing an accessible kitchen for wheelchair users. Within the article, our very own Nikol Prieto discussed 5+ ways to make your kitchen accessible. She covered guidelines for accessible work surfaces/counters, kitchen sinks, cabinets, doorways/hallways, and appliances. As a wheelchair […]
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Pain Management Apps for Children
For children and adults with special needs, (e.g. nonverbal, developmental delays, autism, and more), expressing their desires and thoughts can be challenging, if not impossible. Fortunately, there are several apps available to assist with this communication. While all communication is arguably important, the ability to express and manage one’s pain is especially important. Here is […]
WatchMinder: Vibrating Watch and Reminder System
There are several options available for individuals with ADHD, asthma, diabetes, etc., to ensure that they are staying on track with their medications and more. And with all the smart devices on the market today, there are many apps specifically designed to aide said individuals. However, Dr. Laurence Becker, child psychologist, felt alerts on phones […]
Flic: “Control your smart home with a flic”
Home automation is becoming quite common. After all, with this technology we can turn our lights on or off, lock the door, adjust the thermostat, and so much more–all through applications on our smartphones. With it already so convenient, is there anyway home automation could get any easier? Yes! With a new product called Flic, you can easily control […]
Shining the light on GE’s new product
Over the past hundred years, humans have grown increasingly dependent on electricity; we use it to cook, clean, entertain and even see. Prior to the invention of the light bulb, individuals would use candles and oil lamps in order to light up their environment. In the late 1800s, Thomas Edison introduced the world to the first successful light bulb, ultimately impacting […]