by Mike Chaussee | Mar 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
The world of assistive technology (AT) changes on a daily basis for a variety of reasons. Advancements in technology are the main reason for this and as an AT provider it’s IPAT’s job to stay on top of all the developments. We like to provide you with the up to date...
by Mike Chaussee | Mar 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
If you’ve got a hearing loss or have a family member who does, you may have even more difficulty with that daily dilemma of getting up in the morning. Regular alarm clocks, even the most creatively annoying, just aren’t enough help if your hearing loss is severe or...
by Mike Chaussee | Mar 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
Over 3.3 million Americans over the age of 40 have low vision. IPAT staff hears from them, their family members, and service providers frequently as they search for ways to do every-day tasks differently. When something as simple as checking the time on a watch, or...
by Jeannie Krull | Mar 11, 2013 | Uncategorized
In earlier blog posts, we discussed medication dispensers, alarms systems, and phones with picture dialing to help people in the early-moderate stages of dementia stay in their own home. Here are a few more items to put in your toolbox! Door Murals In addition to...
by Mike Chaussee | Mar 7, 2013 | Uncategorized
One of the great things about mobile technology is the ability to have information at your finger tips when you need it. For someone with cognitive deficiencies the availability of information, reminders, and notifications is critical to staying independent. The focus...
