The Amazon Echo Show is a great tool to allow people to video chat with friends and family; however, it requires internet access to function. Actually, all "smart home" technology requires WIFI to work. There are many Assistive Technology (AT) devices the...
When I said "Walking sticks are cooler than using a cane or walker," I received a confirming reaction from the crowd through smiles and nodding of heads. I was honored to be able to share lots of fun devices, gadgets, and assistive technology tools to a recent...
Let me tell you how I felt when the Bismarck YMCA hosted a health fair in May 2022. It was the first in-person event I participated in since COVID, and as a marketing and outreach professional, it felt great to connect with other agencies and visit with the...
Every kid deserves the feeling of wind on their smiling face while riding on a bicycle. We all know about training wheels for the young novice rider; however, what if that child has significant limitations or a disability? ND Assistive is proud to help people of...
ND Assistive is celebrating four staff members who have reached their 5 year anniversary. We offer amazing expertise regarding assistive technology options.
North Dakota weather has caused many gardeners to put off planting until it warms up; however, we know that summer sunshine is coming! The team at ND Assistive has started to hear from people who want to see if they still have a green thumb. Some want to try...
Father's Day is coming Sunday, June 19th, and the team at North Dakota Assistive would like to help you remember the special man in your life. When brainstorming for a gift this year, consider your father's hobbies and interests. Do not just buy dad another tie...
Motherhood is not for the weak. When you become a mom, you have more respect for your own mother. A woman's life drastically changes when she brings her infant home. New moms have a lot of unnecessary stress because they have high expectations since they want...
Since April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, we wanted to share a few highlights before May rolls around. Reva Kautz, Marketing Director at ND Assistive, is supporting the 2022 Race for Parkinson's as a volunteer at the registration table on Saturday, April 30th....
Congratulations, Jerry Christiansen, for being chosen as an Assistive Technology Champion! Jerry is an Accessibility Specialist at Freedom Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. in Fargo, ND. Jeannie Krull, Program Director at ND Assistive, shares, "Jerry has...