Assistive Technology Archives

Communication Devices for Helping Individuals who are DeafBlind

Posted on June 30, 2023 - 7:11 pm by Katie Frederick

DeafBlind communicator device with 0-9 across the top. on the middle line: @$cents ? and the period sign. Yes and no are on the bottom line. all in braille

Communicating with others can be challenging. For individuals who are DeafBlind, communicating with others presents some additional challenges. Some devices (low and high tech) are available to assist DeafBlind individuals in communicating with those around them. The APH DeafBlind Pocket Communicator The DeafBlind Pocket Communicator (DBPC), a low-tech device, is available through the American Printing […]

Smart Speakers Bring New Access and Opportunity to Blind and Low-Vision Residents in West Virginia

Posted on May 29, 2023 - 10:05 am by admin

As discussed in the April 5, 2023, APH VisionAware blog entitled, APH Huntington Conducts Needs Assessment Study for Rural West Virginia Counties, APH Huntington partnered with the Marshall University Research Corporation to conduct a needs assessment study for Cabell and Wayne County West Virginia residents who are blind or have low vision. This study determined […]

Wearable Technology That May Help Reduce Eye-Pressing

Posted on March 28, 2023 - 6:52 am by Melisa Matthews

Sleek rubber adjustable bracelet with silver plate.

Breaking a habit can be extremely challenging. One such habit common to children who are blind or low vision is eye pressing, poking, or rubbing. This is a habit that can damage the eye. HabitAware and APH have teamed up to create a device to help children with eye-poking and eye-pressing behavior. Traditionally, experts recommend […]

Be My Eyes and APH ConnectCenter: An Exciting Partnership

Posted on February 24, 2023 - 12:56 pm by VisionAware Peers

In 2015, APH VisionAware published a post by Audrey Demmitt, peer advisor, about a new app called “Be My Eyes.” In the post, Audrey said, “ I am visually impaired and recently tried this app on the recommendation of my optometrist John Henahan, who also wrote about his experience.” Dr. Henahan said, “I love being an […]

Valentine Crafts to Practice Assistive Technology

Posted on February 6, 2023 - 11:43 am by Amanda Bernath

A variety of craft materials displayed on a table. Items include bold print and tactile stickers, a slate and stylus, scissors, store-bought valentine cards, feathers, yarn, google eyes, fuzzy pom-poms, craft sticks, pipe cleaners, ribbon, glitter, and glue.

Valentine’s Day is upon us, and you’re likely planning for your child’s classroom card exchange. Famous for its paper hearts, glitter, and lace, it’s a common time for crafting in the preschool and elementary school world. As parents, some of us love it, and some of us hate it. And then a few of us […]

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