by Mike Chaussee | Apr 30, 2015 | Uncategorized
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 2 percent of adults aged 45 to 54 have disabling hearing loss. The rate increases to 8.5 percent for adults aged 55 to 64. Nearly 25 percent of those aged 65 to 74 and 50...
by Mike Chaussee | Apr 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
Eating with tremors associated with Essential Tremor or Parkinson’s Disease can sometimes be an arduous task, and, at times, near impossible. Liftware is a simple device which may overcome this barrier and allow people to once again enjoy meal time. Liftware...
by Jeannie Krull | Apr 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
Looking for a new mount to make that iPad or new Android tablet accessible for someone to use while in a wheelchair, bed, or table? Here are some mounts that just might do the trick. These are new to our IPAT Equipment Loan Library and available for rent by going to...
by Mike Chaussee | Apr 20, 2015 | Uncategorized
IPAT receives calls daily from people using assistive technology (AT). An AT call currently popping up is from families, therapists and teachers looking for help setting up a Bluetooth switch to control an iPad. While preparing this blog to address that question, I...
by Mike Chaussee | Apr 16, 2015 | Uncategorized
Compression socks (or stockings) are a specialized hosiery designed to improve blood flow in your legs. They can can help with swelling, aching and heavy legs, and prevent blood clots. Although there are a number of benefits, these specialized socks can be difficult...
