Somewhere along the line you start realizing how many people don’t have assistive technology and how many people need it. You start hearing stories like that, and your views change, and you start building this passion and realize we need to change this.
So much that goes on in the human services sector is serious and important, and don’t get me wrong, our work can be, but helping people discover what’s possible with tools, toys, gadgets, gizmos, and all the other things that define assistive technology can really be a lot of fun.
Every single day, we witness the profound joy that accompanies empowering people to improve their lives through assistive technology.
By sharing a gift with North Dakota Assistive, you can make an impact that lasts far beyond February: you’ll be giving hope, freedom and security back to those in need across the state.
My first six months on the job at North Dakota Assistive have provided some eye-opening surprises that make it easy to come to work each and every day.
This digital world has made so many things easier for all of us. We can send and receive money with the tap of a finger, we can talk to our appliances, and we can present to a worldwide audience in seconds. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the easy. It’s...
Did you know that 3G cellular networks are being phased out by cellphone plan carriers? This is so they can focus their efforts on higher speed and greater reliability. The FCC recommends planning ahead for this change. What does this mean for me? This...
Do you have a device with a switch or button that you would like to automate but have not found the right solution? Let me introduce you to the SwitchBot and my experience with this simple solution to automate your devices. The Switchbot is a small gadget with a...
I do not believe that we should live in the past. I do, however, think there is a lot we can learn from the past decades of Assistive Technology developments and events that can help us in the future. Last year, I put together an Assistive Technology Timeline and...
The Amazon Echo Show offers many great accessibility features to enhance independence and freedom for their users with the new Show and Tell. The Amazon Alexa can now be your eyes! This is an exciting advancement, especially for people with any kind of vision loss....