Assistive Technology
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A cell phone can greatly increase your sense of independence. With so many choices available today, though, you may be confused about how to find the best one for you. more...
When you have a disability, you're constantly looking for products that can make daily chores and other activities a little easier. more...
"This thing can walk and talk. Can't you just stick it on the turnpike and give it money for tolls?" more...
When you have a disability, you're constantly looking for products that can make daily chores and other activities a little easier. more...
Choosing the right wheelchair can be a difficult and overwhelming process. The end result, though, can greatly improve your quality of life. more...
How do you choose the cell phone that will work best for your limitations? more...
"This thing can walk and talk. Can't you just stick it on the turnpike and give it money for tolls?" more...
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By: R. C. Stark
Many people ask if they can get a service dog for their particular disability, and how to do so. They also express concerns about the possible costs. Here are answers. more...
Low Cost Technology to help the Disabled
By: Stacy Herlihy
Dealing with a disability can be difficult and expensive. Luckily there are low cost devices that can make life much easier if you have an impairment of some kind. more...
Technology For Visual Impairments
By: Stacy Herlihy
A visual impairment is the reduced ability to see. Technology allows people with such impairments access to information and the ability to perform tasks much easier. more...
By: R. C. Stark
There is a great deal of confusion about different types of assistive animals. Misunderstandings about service dog laws can needlessly cause problems for the disabled. more...
How to Select and Use Walkers and Canes
By: James Cooper
Walking aids, as they are called, can be helpful, but they are associated with many falls, the very action they should prevent. Care is needed in selection and use. more...
Why is Web Accessibility Important?
Accessible website design is increasingly important to avoid discrimination and help blind, deaf, autistic, learning disabled and manually impaired users on the internet. more...
Amazon's New Kindle Isn't Very Accessible
Amazon introduced a new version of Kindle, its electronic book reader. But once more, the device fails to include many assistive technology features. more...
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