Category: A.T. Devices

5 Amazing Pieces of Assistive Technology That Went Mainstream

Posted on January 12, 2017 by In A.T. Devices, Adaptive Technology, Discussion
A series of phones
Although it is not a narrative that many are familiar with, assistive technology was directly responsible for the birth of some incredible pieces of mainstream technology.  Many of these revolutionary technological inventions would never have been conceptualized had they not been inspired by the desire to maintain or improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.…

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The LipSync: An Evolution of Innovation

Posted on April 25, 2016 by In A.T. Devices, Adaptive Technology, Mobility
A close-up of the LipSync device
The Neil Squire Society has been researching and developing assistive technology solutions for decades. Through that research, some incredible innovations have been brought to market. One such product is the Jouse(new window), which is itself an evolution of the early sip and puff(new window) device. Completed in 1995, the Jouse allows users with little or no…

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How to Avoid AT Abandonment

Posted on March 15, 2016 by In A.T. Devices, Discussion
A close-up of a braille device
Obtaining an Assistive Technology (AT) device can often be a life-changing event, but without the proper supports and training in place, AT users can sometimes become disenfranchised by their technology and put in aside, even though they may still require the AT. Receiving AT can be as overwhelming as it is exciting. There is a…

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iPad as Assistive Technology

Posted on January 18, 2016 by In A.T. Devices, Apps, iOS
A close-up of an iPad
The iPad(new window) makes a fantastic Assistive Technology (AT) device for many different reasons, one being the multitude of apps that are available to assist with almost any task. But before we even get to the apps, the iPad itself has some fantastic features built right in. Some of our favorites include: Text to Speech or…

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