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Connection in the Time of Social Distancing Part 1: Phone Calls — ND Assistive

Posted on April 19, 2020 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Although you might not be eligible to access this loan system, it provides great examples of what assistive technology for communication is available to individuals with sensory impairments. Check out the ND Assistive Technology Blog for their ideas. Want to … Continue reading →

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T-Pull Door Closer Makes Opening & Closing Doors Easy For People With Disabilities — Assistive Technology Blog

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

T-Pull Door Closer Makes Opening & Closing Doors Easy For People With Disabilities For able bodied people, opening and closing a door is something that is never considered a chore. It’s easily done every time without putting much thought to … Continue reading →

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More Talking Books, Please! — Low Vision Tech

Posted on April 11, 2020 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Having difficulty getting electronic books due to the COVID Pandemic?  The Low Vision Tech blogger shares instructions regarding downloading books using the BARD service. Check out the Low Vision Tech’s post to help you out. “I’m out of books, what … Continue reading →

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JAWS, ZoomText and Fusion Software – Free for Home Users (thru 6/30/2020)

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The Coronavirus Pandemic has brought challenging situations and many vendors have stepped up and are generously providing free software to help people connect while working or staying safe at home. Freedom Scientific is one of those vendors offering free home … Continue reading →

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Disinfecting Your iOS Devices- Updated Apple Recommendations

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

With the concerns of the COVID-19 transmission,  Apple has released official instructions on disinfection your iOS devices. As describe below these instructions are a change from past recommendations: How to clean your Apple products Get recommendations and guidelines for cleaning … Continue reading →

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Is the Dumb Phone the Smart Choice? — Low Vision Tech

Posted on November 23, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The Low Vision Tech website shares recent information regarding phone choices for individual with low vision. I greatly appreciate Steven Kelley’s shared information from hispresentation at a recent AER conference and his detailed information and resources an experienced point of view. Check out … Continue reading →

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12 Favorite PC Shortkeys — Ask a Tech Teacher

Posted on September 18, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Keyboard shortcuts are a fast and efficient way to get things done on your computer. Most of us are visual learners and use our mouse for these tasks but once you learn these shortcuts, they can help you get things … Continue reading →

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Visual or Vibrating Alert Devices — AT3 Center News & Tips

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Ten gadgets to help you stay safe, on time, and informed with a hearing impairment via Visual or Vibrating Alert Devices — AT3 Center News & Tips Great list of suggested devices for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. … Continue reading →

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EyeMine Is A Free Software That Lets People Play Minecraft With Their Eyes — Assistive Technology Blog

Posted on June 23, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

EyeMine software offer individuals with mobility impairment access to Minecraft hands free. Read Venkat’s review on this new access method for playing Minecraft! There are many young people and children who love to play Minecraft. However, some, because of their … Continue reading →

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AM315 Sidekick – iPad and iPhone mouse adapter — Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads

Posted on February 16, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The Sidekick mouse adapter for the iPad is proposed to be available from Able Net this fall 2019. Check out more as shared by Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads. 315-02-15-19 Sidekick – iPad and iPhone mouse adapter Hey there! … Continue reading →

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