Tag: newsletter
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iOS Devices as Assistive Technology – an Introduction
The world of Assistive Technology is changing so fast, it is often hard to keep up! Even for someone like me who is constantly trying to stay ahead of the curve of what is available in the world of technology for people with disabilities, I find myself discovering new solutions every day!
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Toilet Access Basics
Toilet Access Basics I visit people with disabilities every week, and whether I am there to look at their home for accessibility, or some high tech need, we inevitably end up talking about using the toilet. I thought I would take this opportunity to discuss some basic toilet assess issues and solutions. Getting on/off the…
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Patient Lifts
Patient Lift If a person with a disability needs help being transferred, one solution is a lift. This type of lift is often called a Hoyer lift, which was a brand name, but has become a synonym for this style of lift. Close up↑ Sling Laid Out↑
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Case Study – Denise Salinas
A Case Study – Denise Salinas In this issue we will highlight one of our recent success stories. Here is a little background on our client, Denise Salinas. Ms. Salinas had polio as a child, which has left her legs weakened. She is able to walk limited distances with the assistance of a walker. Ms.…
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Tub Access
Tub Access In this issue we will discuss products and techniques to help with tub access. In a previous article we discussed ways to use the bathroom without having to touch any of the fixtures, click here to read that article. For those that have difficulty getting into the tub for bathing, there are a…
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Environmental Control – How to control just about anything with the push of a button.
In a previous newsletter we discussed options for automating door opening, but in this article, we will go more in depth on how to control items in your environment. To read the article on door opening, click here. For people with disabilities, some very simple actions that we take for granted can be difficult or…
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Wheelchair vs. Scooter – What’s the Difference?
In this issue I wanted to discuss power wheelchair and scooters. People often use the terms power wheelchair and scooter interchangeably. Both of the devices have their pros and cons. I wanted to take this opportunity to get the story straight. DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this article is to provide a GENERAL, BASIC introduction to…
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Abilities Expo Houston 2011 Highlights
Houston Abilities Expo 2011 Houston Abilities Expo 2011 For those of you who came out to the Abilities Expo for our presentation – “Simple Home Modifications for Everyone” – THANK YOU! We had a great turn out, and a great response to the information we presented. If you would like a copy of the presentation,…
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Reading Without A Book
Reading Without A Book If you ever wanted to know how to access reading material in alternate forms – this is the article for you! This article focuses on those with physical disabilities, but many of the options would be helpful for anyone who cannot access standard printed material. Here in central Texas we have…
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Staycation – The New Form of Accessible Travel
Now that it is officially summer, it is time to have some fun in the sun! For people with disabilities, traveling can be more work than fun. The extra preparation and planning can be daunting. Consider a staycation!