IPAT has several contracted services. Due to our organizational structure and staff expertise, state and private entities contract with us to deliver assistive technology (AT) related services. Below is key information about three contracted services IPAT...
You know that ND AT4ALL is a great database for individuals in North Dakota to: List used equipment to sell, trade or donate Search for available used assistive technology (AT) Place want ads for items you are looking for (For more information, check out...
In honor of May is Better Speech and Hearing Month, I thought we should go back to the basics and bring attention to all of the great, simple augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices that are available....
Do you struggle with reading and writing? Do you have a learning disability such as dyslexia? If so, you may want to try a piece of assistive technology (AT) called Read&Write Gold. Read&Write Gold is a learning tool that provides literacy support to all...
Voice recognition gives devices like smartphones, tablets, and computers the capability to "listen" to its user's voice. It is listening for a user's commands or to input speech into text. Pretty amazing when you think about it; devices acting as our...
We can all agree that time is something that we do not have in excess. Being as productive and efficient as possible is important. Today we look at a free piece of software that aims to make things easier for someone lacking time or more importantly those that have...
A North Dakota veteran’s residential health care representative contacted me to help her with an elderly client, lets call him Steve, with low vision and tremors who wanted to use a computer to send emails and access the internet. These age related...
The holiday season has arrived in full force! Christmas Trees are sparkling bright, stockings are hung, decorations are everywhere, and stores are filled with shoppers trying to find the perfect gift for everyone on their list. As you begin your holiday shopping...
One of the items that IPAT provides recommendations for on a regular basis is phones. Specialized phones make communication possible for individuals that may have a hearing, vision, or dexterity loss or if using one’s voice is problematic. The choices can be...
Has there been a change in a family members abilities? Is that change making living in your current home difficult? Before you engage a Realtor, or hire a contractor, check out this IPAT created resource, Home Design for Diverse Populations. Whether you are aiming...