Bathrooms can be very dangerous, both to the disabled and the elderly. The smooth surfaces, awkward movements, and generally solitary usage of the bathroom makes it one of the most common areas for accidental falls and injuries to occur, both for the elderly and the disabled. However, given the prev…

In this guide, let’s look at ways those with disabilities can stretch their dollars. The purpose here is not to portray anyone as “less than” or “needing special help.” For us, the bottom line is “If you can save money, why not do it?” We just want to make sure you know about the options. Ther…

What is the extent assistive technology can go to in order to provide solutions? Creativity, combined with technology, knows no bounds, and that can be clearly seen in this story. Emily Gossiaux was hit by a truck (18 wheeler) a few years ago because of which she lost her vision. Being a visual arti…

Ever wondered whether there’s a tablet that displays in Braille? The tablet as we know it is great for using sound/ voice as an input and output tool for blind users, but what if they really want to read their content in Braille? What if they are in an environment where using sound is not an o…

Regardless of whether you are a current Medicare recipient or your eligibility is fast approaching, you should learn about the changes that Medicare is facing in the new year. Medicare, the national health program, is for U.S. residents ages 65 and older, those who are disabled, and individuals with…

We learned a few months ago about Microsoft’s hiring program for candidates on the Autism spectrum but that is not Microsoft’s only initiative towards creating a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. The success of that pilot initiative paved way for several more, thus providing more …

Newer products and solutions in the assistive technology realm are constantly striving towards bringing more independence to people with disabilities. One such product, designed by industrial design student Loren Lim in Singapore, contains a set of attachments that is meant to provide comfort and in…

This article first appeared on Vive health’s blog. Bed sores are, unfortunately, one of the most common ailments resulting from mobility issues. It’s important to begin bed sore treatment at the first sign of any symptoms.  Pressure ulcers are much easier to deal with when they’re …

This post was written by Andrew Atkinson from www.mobilitysmart.cc. Using a wheelchair or mobility scooter can mean that certain places and activities are off-limits. The world is not designed for people on wheels. Many with disabilities, including the elderly, find themselves restricted in their da…

If you are thinking of making objects around your house accessible for your blind family member or friend, there is a very easy and cost effective way to do it. Every art supplies store has sticky gems – a decorative art accessory that can be used in many art projects. These gems are raised, a…

There’s a new robot in town. Although it looks like any other toy robot, it is more of a companion, especially for children with Autism. Leka, the robot, encourages children with autism to develop social and motor skills by keeping them engaged and active. Leka has several apps that engage chi…

Deque.com, a company that sells software to make the web accessible, published a very helpful infographic a few months ago which explains what is digital accessibility,  kind of disabilities that  affect web browsing, and why web accessibility is so important.  57 Million Americans are living with …

For deaf people, participating in a group conversation, where there’s constant chatter going on among multiple people, can sometimes be painful. Reading lips, trying to hear with a lot of background noise, and keeping track of who is saying what can get tricky, and in many cases, deaf people m…

If you’re living with a disability that makes it challenging to carry out normal activities in the typical home, it can be overwhelming to tackle the necessary modifications. There are many types of disabilities, and each has its own set of helpful home modifications. Of course, these recommendation…