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Dyslexia and digital exclusion
Many dyslexic individuals are at a higher risk of digital exclusion due to the inherent challenges of dyslexia and the often inaccessible nature of digital environments.Addressing this requires incorporating universal design principles into the development of digital content and platforms to make them more accessible,…
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Microsoft Inclusive Design
Microsoft Inclusive Design Microsoft's Inclusive Design methodology stems from digital environments and utilizes human diversity. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating and learning from individuals with varied perspectives. This approach is relevant for anyone involved in product and service creation, including…
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Oasis Community - Independent Living Neighborhood
On July 17th, in Indiana, USA the Tippecanoe County Commissioners approved plans to build a independent living community for the adult disability population and people who want to support them. The Oasis Community features homes that are all accessible, and is advertised as a big plus for neighbors to visit each other's…
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Smart tech service for vulnerable people launched
I use Voice assistant tech in my home and have encouraged my parentsto as well. It great to see a Local authority seeing the benefits of it fordisabled people. I like the fact they are also showing people how to use it.But I wondered if they will help maintain and what happens when/if it stopsworking?
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My new bedtime routine
My new bedtime routine I have been working on a new bedtime routine to help me fall asleep faster, wind down the energy of a busy day, and take care of my body. While the sun is setting, I try to get away from the screens. I start by going to a room in my house that I can see outside. I light a candle, put on some calming…
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Viewing products in a virtual home
This is a really interesting tool that shows you accessible products in a virtual home.
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Exploring Samsung's Accessibility Features: Enhancing Usability for All
Exploring Samsung's Accessibility Features: Enhancing Usability for All Samsung is dedicated to making its technology accessible to everyone. Here are eight key features they offer: Relumino Mode and SeeColors Mode: These improve visual clarity on TVs and devices for users with low vision. TalkBack: This feature reads the…
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Apple has announced a series of new accessibility features- eye tracking
Apple has announced a series of new accessibility features- eye-tracking Apple has announced a series of new accessibility features for iPhones and iPads, with the standout addition being eye-tracking technology. This feature will allow users to control their devices using just their eyes, leveraging the front-facing…
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The Coolest Tech for a More Accessible Home!
The Coolest Tech for a More Accessible Home! My apartment has a lot of switches. Some of them are smart switches that I can operate from an app on my phone. I also control the lock of my front door, and it has a digital keypad, which is excellent for first responders who have their own code if I can't get to my phone and…
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Winter preparedness tips
Winter preparedness tips As most of the country continues to deal with uncharacteristically low temperatures, here are some tips to remain warm and safe. The Independent Living Association published this article. If you are a wheelchair user. Many sites suggest having an emergency kit if stuck in hazardous conditions. Some…
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What have you found to help you fall asleep with chronic pain and other symptoms?
I have dealt with insomnia my whole life, but when my chronic pain and POTS worsened, this worsened. I can have a tough time breathing depending on how I lay down and which position I am in can really spike my heart rate (which makes me feel similar to being overcaffeinated. Not fun to sleep!) I have found that sleeping…
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Useful & stylish gadgets
Granny Gets a grip - amazing! Just ordered some attractive looking grab rails - wood rather than plastic - which is exciting enough. But to make me even happier their service is amazing. I emailed that I had misunderstood delivery times so might be away if it did not arrive on time ... got a personal reply with a solution.…
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Help is on the way for Apple users with vision impairment or cognitive disabilities.
Help is on the way for Apple users with vision impairment or cognitive disabilities. Last month was Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). Apple previewed some new features in support of cognitive accessibility, personal voice, live speech, and more. The most significant update is "Assistive Access," designed to…
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Tools to make daily tasks easier
Have you all heard of Abilitease? They’re a disabled owned company that design and creates adaptive tools to improve the quality of life for people of all abilities! Here is the link to check them and their products out!
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TOM Projects
TOM - Tikkun Olam Makers - brings together communities of people to help find customized solutions for people with disabilities. Here I am working with them last year on an adaptive winter coat. All projects are open source so anyone can reference what materials and designs were used in order to create their own solutions.
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Architecture & Accessible Design
Paralyzed Veterans of America seeks to promote an accessible, barrier free environment for all veterans and people with disabilities. Access to public building and structures should be a fundamental right – and requires architectural design that makes public and private buildings, structures, entrances and other facilities…
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Making Your Home Accessible
Home Accessibility There are so many incredible hacks people with disabilities design themselves or purchase to make their homes accessible. What are some of your home "hack" solutions to make your home accessible? Both digitally and for physical accessibility? Here's an interesting article from Disability At Home…
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Smart Home Products for Accessibility
Smart Home Technologies, such as the Amazon Alexa and the Google Nest, can make living independently for someone with a disability safe and doable. These products can turn on and off the lights, check the weather, make to do lists, call 911, and so much more. You can read more about how the Amazon Alexa helps people with…