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WEBSep 18, 2024 · Dancing Dreams: How a Small Wish Grew into a Transformative Dance Program for Children with Special Needs. Discover Dancing Dreams, a nonprofit empowering children with challenges through dance. Founded by a pediatric PT, it offers adaptive classes and celebrates ability. [...] August 15, 2024 0.
The Blog - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBThe Blog. I developed interest in assistive technology around nine years ago when, as a graduate assistant, I worked with students with disabilities at Student Access & Accommodation Services, Illinois State University. I started this blog in late 2010, and the idea behind this blog was to educate readers about the latest and greatest in ...
Almost One Billion Children And Adults With Disabilities And Older ...
WEBMay 23, 2022 · A new report published last week by WHO and UNICEF reveals that more than 2.5 billion people need one or more assistive products, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or apps that support communication and cognition.Yet nearly one billion of them are denied access, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, where access can be as low as 3% of the need for these life-changing products.
Mobility Archives - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBMar 17, 2024 · Discover Neive Tierney's innovative garden design that blends accessibility with ecological harmony and wellness, creating a space that's both functional and healing.
Vision Archives - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBJul 4, 2024 · Get ready for the April 8th solar eclipse with accessible technologies like the LightSound box, Cadence tablet, and other options, ensuring those with visual impairments can experience the event.
Autism Archives - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBOct 3, 2022 · Almost One Billion Children And Adults With Disabilities And Older Persons In Need Of Assistive Technology Denied Access, According To New Report. A new report published last week by WHO and UNICEF reveals that more than 2.5 billion people need one or [...] April 18, 2022 0.
Wheelchair Archives - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBMay 14, 2024 · Discover the revolutionary hands-free wheelchair, PURE, offering a new mode of mobility for those with physical disabilities. Developed by a multidisciplinary team, this lightweight device promises to transform lives.
The RESNA ATP: Credential, Exam, AT Community & Resources!
WEBApr 25, 2016 · However, RESNA is introducing a new, updated ATP exam starting in July. Candidates who take the new, updated exam between July 1 and October 31 2016 will receive a $100 discount off of the regular exam fee. The exam has been updated to reflect current assistive technology practice. During the …
What is Sensory Integration Therapy? - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBJun 20, 2017 · Sensory integration therapy is one technique used by occupational therapists (OTs). Through fun and play-based activities, OTs attempt to change how the brain reacts to touch, sound, sight and movement. For example, a child comes to therapy with difficulty functioning in daily life. She has great difficulty bathing, dressing, getting her hands ...
Eye Tracking 101: How Does It Work? - Assistive Technology Blog
WEBAug 22, 2016 · Put most simply, eye tracking refers to the measurement of eye activity. More specifically, eye tracking implies the recording of eye position (point of gaze) and movement on a 2D screen or in 3D environments based on the optical tracking of corneal reflections to assess visual attention. While the idea of …
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