by Jeannie Krull | Dec 15, 2014 | AT Anecdotes, AT Equipment, AT Funding, Hearing, Vision
“Catch you on Skype!” “Email it to me.” “I will fill you in when I call you later.” These are many of the phrases we use in today’s digital age indicating the multiple ways we now stay connected. If you have a dual hearing...
by Mike Chaussee | Dec 11, 2014 | Uncategorized
It is holiday greeting card time! Tis the season to remember friends and family, whether across the street or across the globe. Be nice to those on your mailing list who may have low vision, and consider using a font with consistent stroke widths, open counterforms,...
by Jeannie Krull | Dec 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
There are many reasons someone would need to access the computer without their hands, such as a Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), quadriplegia, Muscular Dystrophy, etc.. Although we have written about several of these wonderful, hands-free...
by Mike Chaussee | Dec 4, 2014 | Uncategorized
Are you looking for a particular piece of assistive technology (AT) for yourself, a friend, or a family member? Were you hoping that piece of AT could be part of a your holiday giving this year? Look to IPAT’s device reutilization program first to see if...
by Mike Chaussee | Dec 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
The holiday season is fast upon us. December tends to be a month papered with ‘to-do’ lists, and if decreasing your tax burden is one of your ‘to-dos’, read on . . . . If you are among the 85% of people who claim charitable donations as a tax...