by Mike Chaussee | Nov 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
The winds of winter are blowing here in North Dakota. With them, assistive technology (AT) for staying independent and active through the winter is a hot topic during the cold weather! Grab a hot beverage and curl up to the computer screen with me as I discuss...
by Mike Chaussee | Nov 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
One of the key principles in the assistive technology field is to use the simplest and most cost effective solution to achieve the desired task. An area that provides many options is the use of a computer mouse. Here is a link to a Google image search for “assistive...
by Mike Chaussee | Nov 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
November is the time to reflect upon and thank those that have served in the United States armed forces. IPAT would like to show our appreciation by identifying assistive technology or adaptive equipment sources that specifically help Veterans who became disabled as a...
by Mike Chaussee | Nov 7, 2013 | Uncategorized
One of the items that IPAT provides recommendations for on a regular basis is phones. Specialized phones make communication possible for individuals that may have a hearing, vision, or dexterity loss or if using one’s voice is problematic. The choices can be...
by Mike Chaussee | Nov 7, 2013 | AT Anecdotes, AT Equipment, Hearing
One of the items that IPAT provides recommendations for on a regular basis is phones. Specialized phones make communication possible for individuals that may have a hearing, vision, or dexterity loss or if using one’s voice is problematic. The choices can be...