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XK300 Sensor Provides Vital Signs Monitoring

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2024/11/07

Many industries rely on real-time data. For the medical industry, patient data is a key component for doctors and healthcare providers to understand a patient’s health. Whether it’s monitoring after a surgery or for ongoing purposes, doctors appreciate real-time data. The XK300 is the first FDA-approved commercial medical device that measures micro-vibrations from the body […]

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The Neofect Smart Glove: A New Stroke Solution

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2024/11/06

According to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 6 deaths (17.5%) from cardiovascular disease was due to stroke in 2022. Every year, more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke, with stroke-related costs reaching nearly $56.2 billion between 2019 and 2020. Stroke is also […]

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Walk Confidently in Stride with NexStride

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2024/11/05

Navigating the world around us can be challenging for individuals with disabilities, but innovations in mobility technology are making a significant impact on how those with mobility challenges move forward. NexStride, created by a veteran with Parkinson’s Disease and a biomedical engineer, is a walking assist device that combines the functionality of a traditional walker […]

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Monday Tech Tip: ViewPlus Braille Embossers

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2024/11/04

During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Dan Gardner from ViewPlus Technologies talks about their embossers that provide a tactile graphic for individuals who are blind and shows us that their embosser can now assign a pattern with with colors to teach individuals who are blind about colors and color mixing. Check it out here: Click here […]

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How the Orbiter Eliminates Pain Points for Wheelchair...

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2024/10/29

According to research by the National Institute of Health, 95% of pressure injuries are avoidable. But unfortunately, it’s estimated that 60,000 people die every year from complications due to these injuries. Designed for individuals who use wheelchairs, are of limited mobility, or who require sitting for long periods of time, the Orbiter by Kalogon is […]

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Monday Tech Tip: NeuroNode

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2024/10/28

During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Jill Adlin from Control Bionics showed us the NeuroNode, which is a wireless, wearable sensor thatgives users the ability to use bioelectric signals or spatial movements to access a computer, phone, tablet, and more. Check it out here: Click here for more details about the NeuroNode.

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Nobi Lamp Sheds Light on Falls

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2024/10/24

Falls rank among the leading causes of death for older adults. Even in an assisted living community, seniors are often too far from an emergency button or too disoriented to call for help. The Nobi smart lamp serves as a guardian angel, with optical sensors that give it a clear view of rooms both day […]

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Tools for Talent

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2024/10/23

As we recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October, we should note that statistics still show only 22% of people with disabilities are currently employed. As Vice President of Adult Services Brian Norton said: “Many employers still have a tendency to think accommodations for people with disabilities will be expensive and a hardship […]

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INDATA on TV: School Tools for Fall Semester

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2024/10/22

School has been back in session for a bit, but students are entering that time when tests become more difficult and more in-depth projects pop up. Fortunately, Vice President of Adult Services Brian Norton has some helpful tools for this time of year. Check out his appearance on Fox 59’s Indy Now for a breakdown […]

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Monday Tech Tip: Glean

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2024/10/21

During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Lee Chambers from Glean showed us Glean which is a note taking tool, which records class and allows you to add notes to create a study resource. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Glean.

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ATU699 – Relay Conference Captioning with Greg Gantt

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2024/10/18

Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Greg Gantt – Community Relations Manager – InTRAC Website: www.relayindiana.com —————————— If you have an AT question, leave us a voice mail at: 317-721-7124 […]

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Can People with Disabilities Get Help from … Polly...

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2024/10/17

For many individuals with neurological disabilities and disorders, traditional communication methods can be challenging or even impossible. This is where Polly, by Parrots Medical Assistant AI, revolutionizes the way individuals with disabilities connect and communicate with the world around them. Parrots AI asks the question: “How many brilliant minds remain undiscovered by the world simply […]

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Everything the Guide Dog Can Do, But with Technology

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2024/10/15

According to the International Guide Dog Federation, humans have been relying on dogs for help for thousands of years, with the first systematic attempt to train dogs to aid blind people happening around 1780 in Paris. According to estimates, about two percent of people who are blind or visually impaired in the U.S. have guide […]

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Monday Tech Tip: CECO- Conductive Education

Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads ·

2024/10/14

During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Dr. Krisztina Weiszhaupt, from CECO showed us one of the tools they use for their conductive education method for people with neurological motor disabilities to increase physical independence and strength. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about CECO.

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Better Hearing Boosts Brain Health

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2024/10/10

We hear with our brain, not our ears. Although soundwaves travel through the ears, it’s the brain that processes and interprets them as electrical signals. It gives them meaning. Hearing is thinking. With hearing loss, our brains work harder to understand information, negatively impacting our mental health. Processing the sounds of everyday life takes up […]

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Empowering Voices: How Murf.AI Can Benefit People...

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2024/10/08

In a world that increasingly relies on digital communication, accessibility has become more important than ever. Murf.AI is at the forefront of a new wave of digital communication tools, providing innovative AI voice solutions for people of any needs. By transforming text into lifelike speech, Murf.AI is enhancing accessibility and fostering inclusivity in a variety […]

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Monday Tech Tip: CATO

Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads ·

2024/10/07

During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Allen Cantwell from Autonomous Living Technologies showed us their CATO device, which is an affordable alternative to an eye gaze system that allows a user to control Windows, macOS, Chromebook computer and iOS and Android devices. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about CATO.

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INDATA on TV: National Disability Employment...

Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads ·

2024/10/02

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, check out this WISH-TV interview with Vice President of Adult Services Brian Norton. Norton’s testimony serves as an insightful reminder of the value that people with disabilities can add to the workplace — from providing diverse perspectives and reaching new demographics to bringing about accommodations that benefit […]

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Imagine More with Meta AI

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2024/10/01

Imagine standing on a street corner with your grandfather and being able to see what the area looked like when he was your age. Or maybe you’re in the backyard with your daughter, trying to envision a playhouse in the big oak tree. Meta AI can turn these dreams into realities. On track to become […]

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Monday Tech Tip: Tellus i6

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2024/09/30

During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Kevin Shelton from Shelton Technologies & Resources, showed us the Tellus i6 communication device. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Tellus i6.

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