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The Amazing Power of Assistive Technology-10 Years Later!
The POWER of assistive technology to change a life and provide lifelong benefits was never more evident than in the story of Hannah. In 2007 at age 15, she was involved in a car accident and acquired a severe traumatic brain injury. She could no longer walk, talk,...
Safety and Independence in the Bathroom
The bathroom is one of the most dangerous areas in the home. Prevent slips, falls, and injuries and increase independence by making temporary or permanent modifications to your existing bathroom. Many options are listed below to help you with this task. Your...
Holiday Hours: Christmas and New Years 2018
ND Assistive will be closed the following office hours this holiday season. Fargo Office: Wednesday, December 19th: CLOSED 8 am - Noon Monday, December 24th: CLOSED Tuesday, December 25th: CLOSED Tuesday, January 1st: CLOSED Mandan Office: Monday, December 24th:...
10 Christmas Gift Ideas to Remain Safe At Home
Now that Thanksgiving is over, it is officially the start of the holiday shopping season. Finding that right gift for everyone on your list can sometimes be a challenge. But this year how about giving a gift that can provide individuals with a sense of safety and...
How To Use Dragon Professional Individual 15 On Email, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Lately, I've been dabbling in the world of Dragon Professional Individual 15. Dragon Professional Individual 15, let's call it Dragon for short, is a software that allows users to completely control the computer with the power of their voice. Many people use Dragon...
Happy Thanksgiving from ND Assistive
ND Assistive would like to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for the opportunity to serve so many wonderful clients every day. The ND Assistive offices will be closed Thursday, November 22nd in honor of Thanksgiving. The offices will reopen...
Using the Phone after Laryngectomy
Earlier this month, the area Laryngectomy Support group met at ND Assistive to learn about the new TeliTalk Electrolarynx Phone and other types of assistive technology to help them communicate on the phone. The group indicated that they learned a lot, and I...
Christmas Shopping for Someone with a Hearing Loss
Coming up with Christmas gift ideas for grandparents or your aging parents can be a challenge for many people. Most seniors have almost everything they need, especially when it comes to the traditional things that are typically given as gifts (blankets, slippers,...
Does the V.ALRT Really Work?
Since my August blog post on the V.ALRT wearable personal emergency alerting device, our office has purchased the device for both the equipment demonstration and short-term equipment trial programs. We were very eager and excited to try out the V.ALRT once it...
Living Happily with the Gift of Sound
Watching someone get the gift of amplification after years of diminished hearing is a great part of our job here at ND Assistive. The usual playful banter of "Can you hear me now?" "YES!" is sweet music to our ears. Kemo, a Veteran and member of the Lakota Nation,...
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