Each and every individual who uses a wheelchair has his or her own unique needs, likes, dislikes, etc. When purchasing a wheelchair, it’s at least a 5 year commitment, so it’s often hard to find the wheelchair that “fits just right.” The developers behind the WHILL mobility device acknowledge this, and have created a unique wheelchair […]
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14+ ADA Compliant Kitchen Appliances
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 […]
P Pod ™: Postural Support
Individuals with poor posture often require specialized seating to support them as much as possible. This holds true for their wheelchair seats, car seats, and more. However, when it comes to relaxing or playing at home, many parents and caregivers prefer to get their children out of their wheelchairs and into another type of seating. Large […]
New Boogie Board eWriter: Jot 4.5
Nowadays, it seems everyone is going paperless. With the increased use of smart devices like phones and tablets, there’s hardly any need for paper! However, if you’re like me, you still want to handwrite certain things (e.g. quick notes, dates, numbers, etc.) The developers at Boogie Board have created ideal solutions. Earlier this year, I […]
4 Functional Medication Dispensers
Is your parent getting older, but trying to remain as independent as possible? There are many assistive technologies to make aging in place possible, such as GreatCall products, different alert indicators, home automation systems, and more. Another type of assistive technology that can wholly benefit these individuals (and others) is medication dispensers. Of course, there are the generic […]
BUDDY: Companion Robot
So many robots have been developed since my post on Big Hero 6 and Robots in Real Life. More recently, I’ve written about LEKA, a robotic toy developed for children with special needs. In today’s post, I’m going to discuss yet another robotic companion called BUDDY. BUDDY was recently funded on Indiegogo and is noted to be […]