Category: A.T. Devices

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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Choosing Assistive Technology

Posted on November 30, 2015 by In A.T. Devices, Discussion
A finger pointing to assistive technology
We’ve compiled a list featuring seven of the most important things to consider when choosing any piece of Assistive Technology (AT): Focus on the task, not the disability It’s important to prioritize your focus when dealing with Assistive Technology, as it’s very easy to become overwhelmed by all of the options. Try and make a…

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Prizmo

Posted on March 24, 2015 by In Apps, iOS, O.C.R.
A man using a tablet at work
Prizmo(new window) is an app that is being used more and more in schools and in the workplace. It is an easy to use photo-based scanner for your iPad/iPhone – you can scan a document simply by taking a picture. What sets Prizmo apart is that it recognizes any text within an image by using…

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