break-away bite bands by fun and function

Break-Away Bite Bands

Fun and Function offers several sensory solutions for children of all ages such as weighted blankets, sensory clothing, sensory putty, and chewies.  One example of a chewy product they offer is Break-Away Bite Bands. Their Break-Away Bite Bands are super absorbent necklaces ideal for children who chew and bite on their clothing or other items.  […]

skyangelcare fall detection device alexa compatible

SkyAngelCare Fall Detection Pendant

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about Amazon’s new subscription service, Alexa Together, which provides round-the-clock protection for individuals aging in place.  If you pair a compatible fall detection device, like SkyAngelCare, with Alexa Together, Alexa will call Amazon’s Urgent Response team and contact a designated caregiver in the event of a fall. SkyAngelCare […]

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AM462 AirPods Max

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! Last week I wrote about Apple’s AirPods Pro, which are a “higher-end version of its existing […]

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AM461 AirPods Pro

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! Since releasing the first generation of AirPods back in 2016, Apple has released some newer models.  […]

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Vayyar Care Fall Detection Device

The other day I wrote about Alexa Together, a new subscription service from Amazon that “helps you care for the ones you love.”  The service offers 24/7 hands-free access to trained agents who can help your loved one get assistance.  If you use a compatible fall detection device like Vayyar Care, Alexa calls Urgent Response […]