For individuals with difficulty communicating or who cannot communicate at all, there are several technology options to help. One of these options is the Big Button Communicator, which allows users to communicate without lifting their hands from the table. The Big Button features a transparent cap with an opening to quickly slide in overlays. The Button […]
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Monday Tech Tip: Email tool to manage unsubscribe e-mails.
Wade Wingler, Director of Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us how to set an email rule that will separate your emails that have an unsubscribe option so you can better manage your email. Check it out here:
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For individuals with certain mobility impairments, physical therapy is necessary to maintain strength and flexibility. However, according to this article, “it’s not guaranteed to fix all movement issues.” Dr. Christopher Spinelli is a Pediatrician in Springfield, Missouri who has a daughter with special needs. He stated how she was in physical therapy early on, but […]
11 Blindfold games for the visually impaired
Confession: I love playing games—board games, video games, word games, you name it! My iPhone has so conveniently brought the world of games to the palms of my hands. Playing games is a fun way for me to pass the time when I’m waiting for the bus, or sitting in a waiting room at the doctor. Even after a […]
BlindShell: smartphone app for visually impaired
Both Android and iOS devices offer accessibility features for visually impaired users, such as TalkBack and VoiceOver. With these features enabled, consumers with visual impairments are able to navigate their phones with the phone talking to them, letting them know apps they have access to and more. Though such accessibility features are beneficial, they may […]
Monday Tech Tip: Inspiration Maps app for brainstorming and organizing ideas
Josh Anderson, Assistive Technology Specialist, at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us an app called Inspiration Maps which is a great tool for brainstorming and then turning those ideas into organized outlines, graphs, and diagrams. Check it out here: