Let’s Have Halloween Fun – Seriously!
Anyone who has been out in the community, shopping, is well aware that Halloween is almost here. Over the past week, the children, teens, and adults we serve got a head start on the [...]
About Those Blue Pumpkins You May Have Seen…
Halloween should be for children. That means all children, including those unable to express themselves unable to express themselves verbally out loud. Yes, that includes not being able to [...]
Assistive Tech Works for People with Disabilities, So They Can Work
Many times, workers with disabilities are “the right talent, right now.” However, hiring these workers is not only the right thing to do, but also, in the words of Sen. Ted Kennedy Jr., [...]
Every Saturday, Billy Looks Forward to Weekend Recreation
Saturday may be days away, but that the special day for Billy S. “He looks forward to events every Saturday,” says his mother, Zoia. When asked which events are his favorite, Billy and his mom [...]
Good Vibrations with the Koosh Switch
Assistive Technology. Many people who read those words think of technology, high technology. Indeed, most of what is in our Technology Lending Center is indeed high-tech. AT, however, can [...]
Presenting Recent Notable and Otherwise Interesting Disability Articles
Welcome to our latest installment of noteworthy disability-themed articles! In addition, as a leader in the field, we are pleased to share our experience, knowledge, and expertise with the [...]
The Easy Listener Personal FM System Is Hear to Help
There’s no doubt that hearing aids are a wonderful invention. However, at times background clamor, the distance to the sound source, or echo effects can pose a challenge to understanding [...]
We Are Here, Move as One: World Cerebral Palsy Day
“I am here.… We are here… and we want to the world to know!” That is the message of advocacy and self-advocacy that people with cerebral palsy and those who work with them want to convey on [...]
AAC Professionals Ensure Communication for All
Assistive technology makes everyday tasks accessible to persons with a disability. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) enables people who cannot express their thoughts or needs [...]
It’s About Disability Employment: “America’s Workforce: Empowering All”
It’s true. Disability advocates and self-advocates do not allow disability to define who they are… or aren’t. The same idea applies to employment. In fact, October is National Disability [...]