NOTE: ITEM DISCONTINUED More and more people with low vision are embracing assistive technology to stay as independent as possible. Did you know that often times those individuals use their smartphones and tablets to magnify what they are trying to read?...
In the upcoming weeks, we will continue our series in the area of assistive technology (AT) and adaptions for smartphones and basic cell phones for people with disabilities in the areas of physical, speech, hearing,...
For people with disabilities in the areas of physical, speech, hearing, vision, or cognition, there are many free or low-cost assistive technology devices and adaptations for smartphones and basic cellphones. Many times the people we work with already have these...
Do you have trouble reading your prescription bottles? The print is small and hard to read especially for those who are visually impaired, blind, or have a reading disability. Taking the wrong medication or taking too much or too little can be very dangerous. ...
On the July 20, 2017, episode of Pioneer Public TV's, Compass, two informative segments were shown that focused on services for people with hearing and vision loss in ND and MN. "Compass is a weekly discussion of public policy and important issues facing local...
Do you have trouble feeding yourself with a spoon due to Parkinson's, Essential Tremor, Cerebral Palsy, or disabilities with similar needs? The S'Up Spoon just might help! Created by Grant Douglas and an industrial engineer from 4c Design in Glascow, Scotland, the...
One blessing of working at IPAT, is the opportunity it provides to build relationships with consumers across ND. I've recently come to know a Fargo couple, who remain in their own home after 70+ years of marriage! They are a modest pair with no interest in the...
A few weeks ago I was tasked to find a simple music player for an individual with dementia. My search lead me to two wonderful devices that may work for her and many other people. Simple Music Player This device...
"Catch you on Skype!" "Email it to me." "I will fill you in when I call you later." These are many of the phrases we use in today's digital age indicating the multiple ways we now stay connected. If you have a dual hearing and vision loss, though, these methods...
iOS built in accessibility features open doors of possibilities for individuals with low vision or blindness so that they can easily use their iPhone, iPod, or iPad. I've explored what the Zoom accessibility feature offers in my blog, "What's New to Zoom in...