Finally, FINALLY someone has developed a truly hands-free smartphone that I can use. I've been waiting for this technology for 15 years. ~ Rick Frame from the United States This quote stuck as I was researching the Sesame Touch-Free Smartphone. It was a quote that...
IPAT works with many people who experience hearing loss, and as a result wear hearing aids. As a hearing aid wearer myself, I am familiar with the need to frequently change batteries and the corresponding cost. When information about an 8th grader's discovery to...
Many of you have been following the big Medicare changes that have been happening over the last couple years regarding coverage of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices or Speech Generating Devices (SGDs). These changes, some of which were...
Teachers everywhere are gearing up for a new school year, whether they are welcoming fifth-graders or college freshmen. For many, this includes identifying and creating materials that are accessible to students with disabilities. Where does one even begin? If you...
The Home First Showroom takes what can be an intimidating piece of technology and turns it into an inviting tool by providing a comfortable home environment during assistive technology exploration. In October of 2013 IPAT opened the Home First Showroom in...
Did you know IPAT has one of the most active Facebook pages regarding assistive technology (AT)?!? By "Liking" IPAT's Facebook Page, you can stay up to date with all things IPAT including AT, news, presentations, legislation, and much more! IPAT's Facebook page...
I love everything about being an Assistive Technology (AT) Consultant. Everyday I come to work having absolutely no idea who might come through the IPAT doors, or what AT solutions I will be asked to help find. With each AT related experience I face, I gain a new...
At IPAT every day is different. We greet each day knowing there will be new people, assistive technology (AT) puzzles, and unexpected challenges in store! With our busy schedules we always make time to bring IPAT's message and insights into the AT world to the...
Since the age of 7 Francine McClendon has experienced difficulties in her mobility due to rheumatoid arthritis. For many years Francine speculated a service dog trained to help her in everyday activities would be a great way to increase her overall independence....
Meet Alex -- An 82 year old war-veteran living in small-town North Dakota. During his time in the service, Alex experienced complete hearing loss in one ear and now wears a hearing aid in the other. Moreover, he has total blindness in his right eye, and he is...