This short video, produced by the INDATA Project, explains how assistive technology is helping young people with disabilities transition to life after high school. It explains how assistive technology is helpful for young people, where it’s available and why it helps people live more independently.
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GoTalk 20+
Augmentative communication devices can be useful for people who have difficulty speaking or communicating verbally. Assistive technology devices can help people communicate more convenienetly. The GoTalk 20+ is an example of an augmentative communication device. This assistive technology device is a lightweight and rugged picture communicator featuring 20 super sensitive 1″ x 1″ message buttons. […]
AbleNet Audable Personal Amplifier
The AbleNet Audable Personal Amplifier not only amplifies sounds to your ears but also filters background noise to bring you a clear and crisp sound in a multitude of situations. This assistive technology takes a different approach than other amplifier — instead of simply increasing the volume or asking your companion to speak up, Audable […]
Where are assistive technology services in your state?
Believe it or not, we get asked frequently, how can I find “the INDATA Project” of my state? Does my state have a program that is similar to yours? How do I get in contact with them? For your satisfaction, a full list has been compiled for your convenience. You check out www.EasterSealsTech.com/states to learn about assistive […]
TalkTrac
TalkTrac is an assistive technology device that assists people in communication. TalkTrac makes communication on the go easier because it’s a wearable communicator. TalkTrac features four messages and two levels for a total of eight individual messages. It’s useful for breaking the ice, talking with family and friends, interacting with classmates, and even recording personal […]
Comet Vibrating Watch
The Comet quartz timepiece by Alexandravision was developed for people who are Blind or visually impaired. It’s an assistive technology that can be used without having to see the watch face. It features an an oval shape. The Comet pendant is shell-shaped with a rounded bottom which helps orient the device in your hands. The […]