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Lately, I’ve experienced an upsurge in requests for assistive technology apps for math. Keep in mind these are not apps to teach someone how to do math. Although assistive technology can help someone learn, it is not a learning resource. Instead, these are math apps that can address a specific ability to preform math as a…
Now for our sexiest topic yet! Alternatives to traditional toileting! If you find that you or your loved one need additional assistance with toileting beyond the options discussed in our Safety and Independence in the Bathroom blog, explore the options below. Ready, aim… Oftentimes aiming into the toilet can become an issue for gentlemen with…
In part four of our articles on Cheap or Free Cellphone Adaptations, we are going to discuss solutions for cognitive loss including brain injury, dementia, learning disabilities, and more. To access parts 1-3, click on the links at the end of this article. Look for a downloadable guide with all sections in the months to…
As a follow up to my recent post on the C-Pen Reader by Scanning Pens Ltd. I recommend you view the podcast below. It contains information on the C-Pen Reader, and compares it to the ReadingPen 2 by Wizcom. Both pens were designed with the purpose of improving reading skills, understanding, learning, and utilizing text, but the…
The C-Pen Reader is an ideal tool for students, teachers and professionals to capture essential information! It is a totally portable, pocket-sized device that reads text out loud with an English or Spanish human-like digital voice. It’s a scanning pen that displays a word definition and reads text aloud to support individuals with reading difficulties. It’s…
We work with a lot of assistive technology (AT) devices here at, Assistive. Some of this AT not only increases independence , but can actually save a life. One of our very own board members, Carol Anhorn, discovered this. “As a marketing professional for more than 30 years, I have often been asked to serve…
Switch-adapted scissors from Enabling Devices will allow children and adults with varying types of disabilities participate in art and other classroom or home activities. They are easy to use. Only requirements are a switch and 2 AA batteries. I tried them while the scissors was attached to the base unit, and then again after disconnecting…
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 co-creator. The magazine was launched this past spring. I visited this “cooking school,” recently…
A few weeks ago I was tasked to find a simple music player for an individual with dementia. My search lead me to two wonderful devices that may work for her and many other people. Simple Music Player This device allows the user to stop and start music simply by lifting/lowering a switch. Music tracks can also be…