Ten Ways to Adapt Hobbies
Thank you to Tori Gingras, Outreach Specialist with the Alaska AT Act Program (ATLA) for this reminder that there are many ways to pick up or continue with a favorite hobby or pastime.
Unique AT for Bathroom and Bedroom
8 assistive technology (AT) tools that support independence and safety for persons with disabilities, older adults, and... often everyone!
Got Your Go-Bag?
In the event of a natural disaster or other emergency, a custom go-bag can make a big difference for a successful evacuation.
A Fidgetarium of Possibility
Thank you, Norm DeLisle, and the Maryland AT Act Program (MDATP) for this reflection and collection of resources for fidgeters everywhere.
Free E-Books for School and Beyond
Do you have a student who needs access to e-books (perhaps to both hear and see text), but does not qualify for Learning Ally or Bookshare?
AT for Dementia and Companionship
Recent gifts for my mother inspire this unusual post.
Hack a Toy for the Holidays (Yes You Can)
Adapt a battery-powered toy for a special child in your life. Here's how to get started with choosing and hacking toys to be switch accessible.
AT for Bed Rest
10 product types to consider for getting comfortable, avoiding pressure injury and reducing anxiety.
Mobile Apps for Your AAC Implementation Toolbox
In celebration of AAC Awareness Month, here's a wonderful post from the USSAAC SpeakUp blog by Lauren Enders, MA, CCC-SLP. She focuses on apps for making learning language fun.
Free Online Reading Tools for Heading Back to School
I was diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) when I was entering sixth grade. One of the accommodations on my individualized education plan (IEP) was to have text read aloud. It helped tremendously.