Land-lines are going the way of the dinosaur, and as the number of people with hearing loss grows, so does the need for cell phones to be hearing-aid compatible (HAC). The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires wireless service providers and cell phone...
One of the key components to assistive technology is the ability to try a device before making the decision to purchase it. That is the idea behind IPAT’s demonstration centers. One of the areas that is difficult to have on hand because of price, variety, and...
Over the past few months, several people have contacted IPAT because they recently lost the majority of their hearing due to accident or illness and were looking for a way to communicate with others. They all spoke very well; however, they could no longer...
Ever since Google Glass was announced I have been excited about the possibilities of this technology. We have the standard impressions of the device being able to take video and pictures with a voice command or a head gesture and being able to get information on...
Are you stuck in a funding rut and can't figure out how to pay for the assistive technology (AT) you need? Neighborhood Legal Service, Inc.'s National Assistive Technology Project (NATP) just might be a resource for you. I have been assisting people in obtaining...
Are you in a situation where you have perfectly good assistive technology (AT) that you don’t need - you can’t bear the thought of throwing it away, but also want to make sure it is given to someone who could really use it? Maybe a loved one passed away leaving...
IPAT has been in the process of creating a Home First Showroom, in the Fargo Office, to display Assistive Technology (AT) in the natural environment. Recently, the kitchen cabinets and countertops were installed which inspired me to highlight a few of the AT items...
Below is a story provided by a consumer in Bottineau, ND that truly highlights the power of assistive technology and how it allows for individuals to gain back independence. What started out as a routine family visit in October, turned out to be a Godsend...
Face-to-face communication for a person who is deaf with someone who does not sign, can be difficult. Interpreters are not always available. Writing doesn't always work because it can be slow and not everyone has terrific penmanship. Texting is great sometimes,...
Are you ready to create new assistive technology possibilities for people in need? If so, Saturday, February 8, 2014 is the date to save! The 4th Annual IPAT Pedaling for Possibilities Stationary Bike Race...