Adapted Gardening
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 gardening but struggle with a limitation […]
A Phone to Remember – RAZ Memory Phone
A Simple Cell Phone for Cognitive Loss RAZ Mobility specializes in helping people with disabilities by providing mobile assistive technology. The RAZ Memory Cell Phone is a good option for people with cognitive loss that are on a cellular plan. It reduces confusion by having no applications, settings, notifications, voicemail, or requests to update the […]
Making Connections with iConnect A1600BT!
Here at ND Assistive , we have many different options for phones. We are able to provide phones through our Specialized Phone Program to ND residents who struggle using a phone due to hearing loss, vision loss or dexterity challenges. Today, I’d like to share one of my favorites called Clearsounds iConnect A1600BT Amplified Phone. […]
Microsoft Group Transcribe Helps the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and More!
Group Transcribe is a free live transcription app for Apple users that can help the deaf, hard of hearing, and many others.
Easy to Use Hands-Free Smart Display for Seniors
This past year we’ve learned about and shared several different types of video technology and smart displays to help individuals communicate and stay in touch with their loved ones when they cannot see them in person. Recently I learned about another form of video technology that is convenient for seniors or anyone who wants a […]
Helping Seniors Engage in the Power of Technology
Since the pandemic started a year ago, many of us have been seeking out new ways to connect with our loved one’s while being separated. For many, this meant introducing technology to seniors for a visual connection to their family, friends, and doctors. However, many of these older adults have never had internet access, never […]
Turning on Captions, on your Echo Show, Easy as 1,2,3
Through our Specialized Telephone Program, we are able to provide Amazon’s Echo Show, which helps people to connect with their loved ones. To enable Call Captioning, Closed Captioning, or Alexa Captioning for text captions when available, follow these simple procedures. Say “Go to setting”, or swipe down from the top of the screen and select […]
Alexa Care Hub: A New Feature To Remotely Check In On Your Loved Ones
We have written several blogs on the Amazon Alexa device and how its users can use it. This device can keep up with the news, play music, create a smart home, make phone calls with Alexa, or even video and drop-in calls. And during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Amazon Alexa sure has been a helpful […]
You May Just Do a Flip Over This Phone!
Keeping It Lively! Through ND Assistive’s Specialized Phone Program, the Jitterbug Flip Phone has been provided to people who enjoy using the flip phone with large buttons and a simple menu that is easily navigated through. Move on over Jitterbug, there’s a new kid in town, The Lively Flip, from the same makers of Jitterbug. […]
Your Smartphone Can Now Alert You to Important Environmental Sounds
With the recent releases of the iOS 14 and Android 11 operating systems, your iOS and Android smartphones can now alert you to important environmental sounds such as doorbells, fire alarms, and dogs barking. These accessibility features have been specifically designed for d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing users. Home alerting systems, such as the Clarity […]