The Interagency Program for Assistive Technology (IPAT) envisions placing assistive technology equipment into the hands of every ND student, who needs it. We are inviting school districts in ND to join us in this vision. Assistive technology described in a...
I've Looked, and feel like I've also Cooked and Eaten, just by visiting this new cooking magazine! LCE is a digital how-to cooking magazine designed for those with intellectual and learning disabilities, to help promote an independent lifestyle. Sue Hoss is the...
Many times we think of solutions to amplify the incoming voice during a phone call. However, what about amplifying your outgoing voice? Whether it be from surgery, illness, or simply having a soft voice, there is technology to assist in this barrier. Below are a...
One of the biggest challenges for people who struggle with staying on task is following a schedule throughout the day. Not long ago, Senior Assistive Technology (AT) Consultant Jeannie Krull published a wonderful 4 part series all about different types of scheduler...
Jackie Hovind ~ Receptionist I started with IPAT on March 14th. Before IPAT, I worked at Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND. Currently, I live in Fargo with my husband, Dylan. I enjoy playing piano, singing, theatre, and being with my family - and I also teach piano...
Thanks IPAT! Thank you for welcoming me into your dynamic team! I am the “New Kid on the Block,” so let me fill you in. My name is Lynette Wavra, a Valley City, North Dakota native, and longtime Fargo resident. I come to IPAT with a background in elementary...
Folks, get ready! The new IPAT office in Mandan, ND is set to open this July 2016. With more office space, an expanded rental library, a welcoming conference room, and a beautiful Technology Access Center, this area will fall nothing short of great. Oh . . . . and...
Here at IPAT we continually try our best to learn about the lasted and greatest assistive technology services and solutions. One way we stay up to date on new devices and services is through other amazing assistive technology blogs, and the Assistive Technology...
Tyler Schwab, 2016 graduate of Century High School in Bismarck, ND used his Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to deliver a powerful graduation speech for his fellow classmates, friends, and family. Click here to watch Tyler's Speech Congratulations...
Laundry: one of life's mundane inevitables that at some point we all must tackle. If you are one of the few lucky people, you may have found a roommate or partner who loves doing laundry, making it a nonissue. However, if you live alone or, if you are like me, you...