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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 […]

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AM485 – PictureThis Plant Identifier App

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! There are thousands of different types of plants, trees, flowers, and shrubs found throughout the world.  […]

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HoneyBee Switch

Many individuals cannot operate traditional switches and buttons.  If you or a loved one have limited movement, check out the HoneyBee Switch. The HoneyBee Switch is an “innovative, easy-to-use” switch that senses the proximity of a hand, finger, head, foot, etc.  To activate the HoneyBee Switch, the user simply places his or her hand, head, […]

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Guided Hands by ImaginAble Solutions

ImaginAble Solutions creates assistive devices to improve the quality of life for people living with cerebral palsy, arthritis, spinal cord injuries, strokes, and more.  Their new Guided Hands device enables anyone with limited fine motor skills to write, paint, draw, and access technology through a touchscreen device. To begin, place Guided Hands on a flat […]