Health and Medical-related resources
The Disability and Medical
Resources Mall
This site provides links to many
disability-related areas including:health, health insurance,
pharmacies, prescriptions, weight loss, diets, drugs, quit
smoking, dental insurance, vitamins, health care, diabetes,
allergies, vision, nutrition, hearing aids, fitness, Medicare,
heart disease, mental health, antibiotics, Alzheimers, womans
health, and doctors.
Legal/ADA
Office of
the Americans with Disabilities Act
This site features a variety of resources
related to the ADA. The Business Connection offers information
for businesses including ADA publications, ADA business
briefs, design standards, and ADA regulations. The ADA
Standards for Accessible Design, offers formatted text and
graphics, and links to figures, graphics and cross-referenced
sections. It also features ADA Regulations and Technical
Assistance Materials for businesses, and state and local
governments including the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
Other resources include: a checklist for readily achievable
barrier removal, materials on the Freedom of Information Act,
and the Department of Justice Section 508 Home Page.
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General Resources on Disability
Yahoo's Disability Resource
This site offers links to resources in the
following areas: arts, assistive technology, camps, chats and
forums, children, computers and internet, disability studies,
disabled pets, education, employment, etiquette, family
resources, government agencies, independent living, legal
issues, organizations, recreation and sports, specific
disabilities, support and assistance, therapy and
rehabilitation, universal design, and web directories.
Cornucopia Of Disability
Information
CODI serves as a community resource for
consumers and professionals by providing disability
information in a wide variety of areas. It consists of both an
Internet Directory of Disability Information and a repository
of electronic disability documents, dating back to the early
1990s. Many of the documents on CODI are publicly available
nowhere else on the Internet. Topics include: Aging, Assistive
Tech, Children, College, Communication, Computing, Employment,
Government Documents, Hearing, Legal Issues, Mobility,
Organizations, Traveling,
and Universal
Design
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disABILITY Information and
Resources
This site provides a
host of links to information and resources including the
flowing areas: Products for Independent Living, Exercise
Equipment, Medical Supplies, Adapted Special Needs Clothing,
Computer Accessibility Products, Augmentative Communication
Devices, Home Automation/Environmental Control,
Free/Discounted Prescription Medication, Wheelchair/Mobility
Products, Vans/Transportation/Lifts, Goverment/Legislative
Disabilities Information, Social Security Information, Legal &
Advocacy Resources, Accessibility Home Design Resources,
Sports Training And Athletic Competition, Service Animals,
Independent Living, Education/Job Training/University
Resources, Job Training/Placment/Employment
Untangling
the Web: Where Do I Go for Disability Information?
This site lists websites in many categories,
including general information resources, disability
legislation, employment resources, Education, Learning
Disability, Visual Disability, Hearing Disability, Mental
Disability, Orthopedic Disability, Assistive Technology
Resources, Medical Resources, Agencies, Programs, Services,
Recreation and Travel and Accommodation Search Systems.
WheelchairNet
WheelchairNet is a resource for a broad
community of people who are interested in wheelchairs:
consumers, clinicians, manufacturers, researchers, funders. It
contains resources for lifestyle, wheelchair technology and
research developments, discussions, industry product
standards, and funding.The site offers an Information Center,
extensive links to community living resources, and products
and services.
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Employment and Independent Living Resources
Job Accommodation
Network
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is a free
consulting service
that provides information about job
accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and
the employability of people with disabilities. JAN offers
information for the following: Private Employers, Federal
Entitites, State & Local Governments, Individuals with
Disabilities, Educational Settings, Small Business & Self
Employment Service. Information is also available in Spanish.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission
EEOC coordinates all federal equal employment
opportunity regulations, practices, and policies. The
Commission interprets employment discrimination laws, monitors
the federal sector employment discrimination program, provides
funding and support to state and local Fair Employment
Practices Agencies (FEPAs), and sponsors outreach and
technical assistance programs. The site features information
on laws, regulations and policy guidance, federal sector,
litigation, statistics, outreach and training, publications,
and related web sites.
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Sensory
Access Foundation
The mission of
Sensory Access Foundation (SAF)
is to assist people
who are blind or visually impaired to obtain or retain
competitive employment by providing the highest quality access
technology assessment, computer training, job placement and
accommodation services with the goal of achieving 100% job
retention.
Independent Living Centers
The ILRU (Independent Living Research
Utilization) program is a national center for information,
training, research, and technical assistance in independent
living. Its goal is to expand the body of knowledge in
independent living and to improve utilization of results of
research programs and demonstration projects in this field. It
is a program of TIRR (The Institute for Rehabilitation and
Research), a nationally recognized medical rehabilitation
facility for persons with disabilities.
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Education
Families and Advocates
Partnership for Education
This site is dedicated to communication
exchange and resources to promote implementation of the IDEA
amendments of 1997. FAPE provides written information about
IDEA '97 for families and advocates. The web site contains
English, as well as Spanish and Hmong translations of selected
on-line documents and printed materials. FAPE provides
training on IDEA '97 and related topics at workshops, brown
bag seminars, satellite video conferences, and on-line
training on the internet. They offer referrals to national,
state, and local disability organizations and advocates and to
a nationwide network of parent training and information
centers and community parent resource centers for information
on IDEA '97. FAPE provides information on research about best
practices.
The HEATH
Resource Center
The HEATH Resource Center is the national
clearinghouse on postsecondary education for individuals with
disabilities. HEATH offers an information exchange about
educational support services, policies, procedures,
adaptations, and opportunities at American campuses,
vocational-technical schools, and other postsecondary training
entities. HEATH resource papers, fact sheets, guides, and
directories focus on topics such as accessibility, career,
development, classroom and laboratory adaptations, financial
aid, independent living, transition resources, training and
postsecondary education, vocational education, and
rehabilitation.
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The Council for Exceptional
Children
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is
the largest international professional organization dedicated
to improving educational outcomes for individuals with
exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the
gifted. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies,
sets professional standards, provides continual professional
development, advocates for newly and historically underserved
individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals
obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective
professional practice.
Educational Resources
Information Center (ERIC)
The ERIC
Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education (ERIC EC)
is one of 16 federally funded clearinghouses
in the ERIC system, a
nationwide information network sponsored by the U.S.
Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES).
ERIC EC gathers and disseminates the professional literature,
information, and resources on the education and development of
individuals of all ages who have disabilities and/or who are
gifted.
LD Resources
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The LD Resources web site provides resources
for people with learning disabilities. It includes articles
and essays, resource lists of tools and ideas, additional
links, a discussion area where users can post questions, their
own resources or stories, or join numerous ongoing
discussions. LD Resources is a non-commercial site designed,
built, and run by Richard Wanderman who is an educational
technology consultant, well-known presenter, and a successful
adult with a learning disability.
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University of
Washington Do-It
Do-It programs aim to maximize the
independence, productivity, and participation of people with
disabilities. This site offers a variety of resources for K-12
educators, postsecondary faculty and administrators,
librarians, employers, parents and mentors. They also offer
publications and videotapes for reproduction and distribution.
International Society for
Technology and Education
ISTE is dedicated to
providing leadership and service to improve teaching and
learning by advancing the effective use of technology in K–12
education and teacher education. This site provides resources,
information, networking opportunities, and guidance on
incorporating computers, the Internet, and other new
technologies into schools. Specific areas include:
Curriculum- Higher
Education, K–12, Standards; Equity- Digital Divide, Gender,
Minorities; Funding-Grant sources, how-tos; Policy-
Interactive Forums, E-news, Media Sources; Professional
Development- Associations, Jobs, Conferences; Tech
Integration-
Planning and Advice, Software/Hardware, Publishers.
American Printing
House for the Blind
www.aph.org/
This site offers a
variety of resources and information for individuals who are
blind or visually
impaired. Topics include: Employment, Products for People who
are Blind/Visually impaired, Accessible Textbook & Media
Production,
Custom Media, Field Services, Publications &
Workshops, Research & Development, Product Development &
Research Resources, Accessible Tests and Testing: Information
& Resources, and Accessible Art.
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Associations/Organizations and Societies
Alexander Graham Bell Association
for the Deaf
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the
Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) is the world's oldest and
largest membership organization promoting the use of spoken
language by children and adults with hearing loss. Through
advocacy, publications, financial aid and scholarships, and
numerous programs and services, AG Bell promotes its mission:
Advocating Independence through Listening and Talking. This
site offers information on parenting issues, early
identification, educational management, hearing technology,
and more. It also provides resources, service directories,
organization lists, information on captioned movies, and an
on-line question and answer service.
American Foundation for the Blind
This site provides information on blindness and
low vision, Helen Keller, and such issues as advocacy, aging
and vision loss, education, employment, literacy, livable
communities, technology, and web accessibility. It provides a
Directory of Services to help locate organizations that
provide services to people who are blind or visually impaired
and their families. The AFB website also lists jobs, interest
groups and community forums.
National Federation for the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is
the nation's largest and most influential consumer and
advocacy membership organization of blind persons.
The NFB provides public education about
blindness, information and referral services, scholarships,
literature and publications about blindness, aids and
appliances and other adaptive equipment for the blind,
advocacy services and protection of civil rights, development
and evaluation of technology, and support for blind persons
and their families. They also offer a materials Center
containing literature about blindness and different aids and
appliances used by the blind NFB-NEWSLINE® for the Blind, the
world's first free talking newspaper service, offers the blind
the complete text of leading national and local newspapers
with the use of only a touch-tone telephone. Jobline® offers
national employment listings and job openings through a
telephone menu system to anyone free of charge.
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American Occupational Therapy
Association (AOTA)
This site offers information, resources and
links in the following areas for children: Autism, Backpacks
and Kids, Children With Psychosocial Deficits, Computing and
Kids, Developmental Problems in Children, Handwriting,
Hyperactivity, Learning Through Play, Occupational Therapy
Services in Schools, Toys. They also offer many resources for
adults, information on work and leisure concerns, and specific
conditions and disabilities.
Autism Society of
America
The mission of the Autism Society of America is
to promote lifelong access and opportunity for all individuals
within the autism spectrum, and their families, to be fully
participating, included members of their community. They
provide education, advocacy at state and federal levels,
active public awareness and the promotion of research. This
site offers information and links as well as a free “on line
course” on autism.
TASH (Association for Persons
with Severe Handicaps)
TASH supports the inclusion and full
participation of children and adults with disabilities in all
aspects of their communities as determined by personalized
visions of quality of life. This site includes information and
resources on a variety of topics including: Inclusive
Education, Community Living, Communication Rights, Public
Policy, Health, Employment, Best Practices, and Closing
Institutions.
International Society
for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC)
This site provides
information and links on augmentative and alternative
communication. They offer an idea exchange, information about
the latest research and developments in the field, a listing
of publications, a collection of
ISAAC publications, proceedings and products that you may
order online, updates on events, sponsored conferences,
courses, and events related to A.A.C., web, print, and video
resources on topics and issues related to A.A.C. And,
an online forums or list serve - to share your news and views.
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International
Dyslexia Society (formerly the Orton Dyslexia Society)
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is
a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals
with dyslexia, their families and the communities that support
them. This site provides a comprehensive forum for parents,
educators, and researchers to share their experiences,
methods, and knowledge. Resources are available for Adults,
College students, Teens, and Children.
National Easter Seal
Society
This site aims to provide information on
services for people with disabilities and their families.
Topics include medical rehabilitation, job training and
employment services, child care, adult day programs for older
adults and adults with disabilities, camping and recreation
and links to other resources.
Technology
Alliance for Technology
Access
The Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) is a
network of community-based Resource Centers, Developers,
Vendors and Associates dedicated to providing information and
support services to children and adults with disabilities, and
increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information
technologies. ATA Members can be found all across the country.
This site provides extensive assistive technology resources
and links.
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EASI (Equal Access to
Software and Information)
EASI is the Premiere Provider of Online
Training on Accessible Information Technology for Persons with
Disabilities. EASI's mission is to serve as a resource by
providing information and guidance in the area of
access-to-information technologies by individuals with
disabilities. EASI offers: online courses, consulting
services, internet webcasts, and internet networking via
listserv discussions.
Trace Research and
Development Center
The Trace Center aims
to make standard information technologies and
telecommunications
systems more accessible and usable by people with
disabilities. The “Designing a More Usable World” section is
dedicated to cooperative efforts linked toward creating more
usable documents for all. Several of resources offered
include: navigation and reading tools, digital books, distance
education, print materials and alternative formats, world wide
web, forums for discussing document accessibility issues, and
organizations, projects and technology.
UCPA Assistive
Technology Funding and Systems Change Project
UCP is the leading source of information on
cerebral palsy and is an advocate for the rights of persons
with any disability. As one of the largest health charities in
America, UCP's mission is to advance the independence,
productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral
palsy and other disabilities. This site offers resources in
the following areas: education, employment, health & wellness,
housing, parenting & families, products & services, sports &
leisure, transportation, and travel.
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RESNA
RESNA is
an interdisciplinary association of people with a common
interest in technology and disability. Their purpose is to
improve the potential of people with disabilities to achieve
their goals through the use of technology. RESNA promotes
research, development, education, advocacy and provision of
technology; and provides support to the people engaged in
these activities. This site provides resources on
laws, federal reports, guidelines and publications.
Assistive Tech Net
This site provides information on assistive
technologies, adaptive environments and community resources
for people with disabilities, including their families and
service providers. AT Net strives to help people find
assistive technology (AT) solutions that match their needs by
maintaining searchable databases of thousands of products and
resources.
The National
Assistive Technology Advocacy Project
This
project primarily directs its nationwide support services to
the network of Protection and Advocacy (P&A) and Client
Assistance Program attorneys and advocates who are working on
AT advocacy issues. They will also provide support services to
Legal Services and Legal Aid programs and to attorneys in the
private bar if they are working on AT-related issues.
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Tech Connections
Tech
Connections is an information and dissemination project funded
to assist Vocational Rehabilitation agency staff and others on
applications of assistive technology (AT). The primary target
audiences are vocational rehabilitation programs and agencies,
rehabilitation training programs, schools, community
rehabilitation programs and others that are interested in
using technology resources and services. They offer Training
Materials such as
training modules, case study training
activities, and archived materials from TC audio conferences
and satellite broadcasts. They also offer an Assistive
Technology Quick Reference Series
AccessIT
AccessIT promotes the
use of electronic and information technology (E&IT) for
students and employees with disabilities in educational
institutions at all
academic levels. This Web site features the AccessIT Knowledge
Base, a searchable, growing database of questions and answers
regarding accessible E&IT. It is designed for educators,
policy makers, librarians, technical support staff, and
students and employees with disabilities and their advocates.
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I.T. Works
The
law health policy
disability center, I.T. Works, will identify barriers to and
facilitators of the hiring, retention, advancement, and wages
of individuals with disabilities; test strategies to improve
hiring, retention, advancement and wages of individuals with
disabilities; and provide training and disseminate research
findings.
National Rehabilitation
Information Center
NARIC offers innovative information products
online. These resources include: five searchable databases of
research, organizations, documents, and Internet pages; an
interactive calendar of disability and rehabilitation events
around the world; monthly features; and a current awareness
service highlighting the most recent additions to our
collection. NARIC also features information/document request
and publication forms. Questions or document requests, will be
answered via email within one business day.
Ability Hub
AbilityHub.com's purpose is to help users find
information on adaptive equipment and alternative methods
available for accessing computers. This site offers resources
in the following areas: Augmentative Communication, Blind &
Visually Impaired, Cognitive Disabilities, Deaf and Hard of
Hearing, Electronic Aids to Daily Living, Learning
Disabilities, Mouse Alternatives, Keyboard Alternatives,
Switch Access, Text - To – Speech, and Speech Recognition.
Center for Assistive
Technology (CAT)
CAT conducts research, education, and service
to increase knowledge about assistive devices for persons with
disabilities. The Center works in four related areas: (1)
research and development of assistive devices for education,
employment, leisure, and daily living; (2) education for
students, professionals, and consumers; (3) assistive device
service provision; and (4) dissemination of information about
Assistive Technology.
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Closing the Gap
Closing the Gap's
role is to provide information on microcomputer materials and
practices that can enrich the lives of persons with special
needs. Closing The Gap offers practical up-to-date information
on assistive technology products, procedures, and best
practices. CTG offers forums where one can share their
assistive technology questions, strategies and solutions with
an on-line community and articipate in moderated discussions
lead by experts in the field. They provide a searchable
database of 150 organizations from all over the country who
provide services for individuals with or parents, teachers and
employers, of children and adults with disabilities.
Center for Applied Special
Technology (CAST)
CAST is an educational, not-for-profit
organization that uses technology to expand opportunities for
all people, especially those with disabilities. This site
provides information on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL),
a new paradigm for teaching, learning, and assessment, drawing
on new brain research and new media technologies to respond to
individual learner differences.
CAST has established a National Center on
Accessing the General Curriculum to provide a vision of how
new curricula, teaching practices, and policies can be woven
together to create practical approaches for improved access to
the general curriculum by students with disabilities. They
also feature of a number of products.
Infinitec
The Mission of
Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive
opportunities for children and
adults with disabilities through technology. Information,
links and resources include: Videos , Programs & Services,
Adaptive Artists, Parenting, , School Funding of A.T., Living
Longer With ALS, Computers For Blind/Visual Impairments,
Transportation, Sports, Making an Office Accessible, ADA
Resources, Work Opportunity Tax Credit, and Federal
Communication Commission's Rules.
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National Center for Learning
Disabilities
This site offers information, fact sheets, and
resources on a variety of topics, some of which include: an
introduction to learning disabilities, living with learning
disabilities as a child, teen or adult, advocacy, Dyslexia
Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Information Processing
Disorders Auditory Processing Disorders, Visual Processing
Disorders, Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity, learning
disabilities and the arts, learning disabilities on the job,
and legal rights.
National Lekotek Center
The National Lekotek Center provides
information and links to additional resources in a variety of
areas related to toys and children’s play time. These include
family services, family play sessions, toy lending libraries,
computer play, training initiatives for educators, services
for the toy industry, information on selecting toys, lists of
toy companies, and several help lines staffed by toy and
technology experts.
Federation for Children with
Special Needs
The Federation is a center for parents and
parent organizations to work together on behalf of children
with special needs and their families. It is a coalition of
parent groups representing children with a variety of
disabilities, the Federation operates a Parent Center which
offers a variety of services to parents, parent groups, and
others who are concerned with children with special needs.
To find the Parent Training and Information Center in your
state, contact: Federation for Children with Special Needs.
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Recording for the Blind and
Dyslexic
This site provides information about the
services provided by Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic. RFB&D
offers Custom Recording Service for those with print
disabilities to complete their educations, and advance their
careers. RFB&D records educational and reference materials
that are not available on tape or disc from other sources, in
areas such as history, math, science and economics. They also
have collections in their library in science, medicine,
environmental issues, law, women's studies, Jewish studies,
literature and fiction.
Through the Looking
Glass
(TLG)
is a nationally recognized center that has pioneered research,
training, and services for families in which a child, parent
or grandparent has a disability or medical issue. This site
has an extensive list of resources and links. The site also
includes information on Parents with Disabilities, a
Parent-to-Parent Network, Bulletin Boards, information on
Children with Disabilities and a list of publications.
Adaptive Technology Vendors
AbleNet
AbleNet, Inc. develops and markets products and
services to meet the needs of children and adults with severe
disabilities. Our products include simple technology systems
and related materials that allow users to actively participate
in daily activities. Support services include workshops aimed
at parents, teachers, therapists, and care-providers
nationwide. AbleNet also provides information and referral
services.
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Academic Software, Inc.
ASI publishes and/or markets several products.
The Adaptive Device Locator System (ADLS) is a database of
adaptive devices and vendor information for Apple II,
Macintosh, or MS/DOS computer systems. The Unicorn Overlay
Express produces computer-generated overlays for Unicorn
keyboards using picture libraries (e.g. Picture Communication
Symbols, KeyPics, Core Picture Vocabulary). The Picture Icon
X-CHANGE program allows users to translate pictures from our
libraries into programs like LessonMaker, Tutor-Tech, and
ToolKit.
Ai Squared
Ai Squared is the leading provider of
accessibility software for visually impaired computer users
requiring magnification and speech output. We manufacture
ZoomText and provide service and support solutions that ensure
access, productivity and independence. We are, through our
efforts and the efforts of our worldwide dealer network,
introducing the world to ZoomText's innovative magnification
and speech solutions which changes lives. Through our
technology, blind and visually impaired persons will reach
their full potential.
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AlphaSmart Inc. -
AlphaSmart, Inc., a leading Silicon Valley
education technology developer, made its initial foray into
this market with the AlphaSmart portable computing device in
1993. The company is dedicated to providing simple and
inexpensive technology solutions for education and
productivity. Keeping pace with market needs, it released a
series of improved and enhanced versions (AlphaSmart Pro,
AlphaSmart 2000, AlphaSmart 2000 IR, AlphaSmart 3000) between
1995 and 2000, and introduced the Palm OS-based Dana by
AlphaSmart in 2002 and Dana Wireless in 2003. AlphaSmart, Inc.
has also been catering to students with special needs.
AlphaSmart products provide users who have learning
disabilities with the opportunity to much more readily express
their thoughts in writing.
AMDi
AMDi focuses on the design, engineering and
manufacturing communication devices for customers with special
needs in the private sector and public domain.
American Thermoform
Corporation
We currently offer the Ohtsuki BT-5000 Print/
Printer—the only printer available that produces braille and
print on the same page; the Comet personal printer (braille
only) and KTS braille displays in 80 and 40 cell options.
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Apple Computer, Inc.
Mainstream manufacturer of computer equipment
Mac OS X v10.2 and
Special Needs. Mac OS X features an enhanced Universal Access
system preference, including a “Zoom” feature, text-to-speech
functionality, and more.
Extending Speech
Recognition in Mac OS X. Command Sets are kits to extend your
voice recognition software’s command and control capabilities.
Thousands of commands are available for Microsoft Office, all
of the iApps from Apple, and many other programs. Versions are
available for PlainTalk from Apple, ViaVoice from IBM, and
iListen from MacSpeech.
Touchscreen
Solutions. Troll Touch is the recognized leader in internally
integrated touchscreen systems for the Apple iMac, iBook, eMac,
17-inch Studio and 22-inch Cinema Displays.
Mac OS X Solution for
motor-impaired users. SwitchXS is for users who cannot use a
mouse or keyboard but can only press a single switch. It works
with any standard Mac application and offers full mouse and
keyboard emulation by means of a so-called scanning mode.
On-screen Keyboard
Solution for Mac OS X. KeyStrokes is a fully-functional
advanced virtual on-screen keyboard that allows you to type
with a mouse, trackball, head pointer or other mouse emulator
to type characters into any standard Macintosh application.
Mac OS X Accessibilty
Resources. A great resource on Mac OS X and accessiblity
written by Richard Wanderman and David Clark, who are leaders
in the disability field.
Telephone Access.
Speech to Speech (STS) is a free, unlimited, 24-hour access
telephone service for those with special needs.
Looking for Special
Needs Solutions? Search our database to find specific hardware
and software that meet your needs.
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Applied Human Factors, Inc.
Applied Human Factors, Inc. (AHF) conducts
research and development in the area of custom user interface
design. AHF specializes in developing assistive technology
software products for computers running Windows and several
resulting products are available.
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REACH Interface Author is a highly customizable on-screen
keyboard with word prediction, speech augmentation,
multimedia keyboard author, assessment battery, scanning
keyboards, and numerous other accessibility tools built in.
Keys can type, speak, load other keyboards, and perform
control or "macro" functions.
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Smart Key Technology (patent pending) was developed as an
add-on for REACH to increase typing performance. Smart Keys
removes, grays, or changes the colors of keys that are not
likely to follow the current letter sequence. In a recent
study, an average increase of 41.9% in typing rate was found
when using Smart Keys while scanning.
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SoothSayer Word Prediction is a powerful and affordable word
prediction program with numerous options.
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ScanBuddy lets you use scanning techniques to perform mouse
actions anywhere on your display. It works by itself or with
REACH (scanning control is passed seamlessly between REACH
scanning keyboards and ScanBuddy). ScanBuddy also has a
keyboard input mode for people who use a standard keyboard
but want help with the mouse.
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REACH Scan Plus is a software bundle that includes REACH
with Smart Keys and ScanBuddy. It provides complete computer
access: use REACH to type/speak and ScanBuddy as your mouse.
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Mouse&Caret Buddy helps you locate where you are typing and
pointing by placing a picture next to the text caret (Caret
Buddy) and the mouse cursor (Mouse Buddy). Pictures can be
sized and can be selected from a variety of sources.
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SoothSayer Scan Plus is a software bundle that includes
SoothSayer and ScanBuddy. This is perfect for a user who
wants to increase typing speed/accuracy (SoothSayer) and
minimize use of the mouse (ScanBuddy).
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Joystick Buddy lets you use an off-the-shelf joystick (not
included) as your mouse pointer.
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AHF
Spanish Dictionary works with any REACH or SoothSayer
product. It is used by the word prediction component and
includes 30,000+ frequently used Spanish words.
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Assistive Technology
Inc.
Assistive Technology, Inc. develops innovative
solutions to enhance the lives of people with disabilities.
Hardware includes Mercury, a Windows XP-powered AAC device;
and Gemini, an AAC device and full-featured Macintosh
computer. Our dedicated products include the Mercury SE and
Gemini SE speech generating devices; and LINK, a speaking
keyboard. Software products include Stages, solutions for
determining and developing cognitive and language skills that
consist of a book, assessment software kits, curriculum
software bundles and training workshops; and EvaluWare,
software that helps determine AAC device and computer access
needs.
Attainment Company
Attainment Company produces a variety of
products for Developmental and Cognitive disabilities. These
include augmentative communication devices, software, videos,
curriculum and hands-on training. Some of the areas covered by
our programs are Life Skills/Daily Living Skills, Vocational
Skills, Transition, Functional Math and Functional Literacy.
Utilizing a picture-based approach, our programs are effective
in teaching low-level or non-readers the skills necessary for
active participation in their home, school and work
communities. All materials are appropriate for any age, but
particularly for adult and young adults.
Aurora Systems Inc
Aurora Systems, Inc. provides software to help
individuals with learning disabilities and people who require
augmentative communication. We have been providing products
for Windows and DOS throughout North America and the world
since 1989. Aurora for Windows helps people with learning
disabilities and dyslexia write and spell better and helps
people with physical disabilities communicate with the people
around them. Aurora Prediction provides advanced word
prediction and abbreviation expansion to help speed up typing
as well as extensive spelling assistance through its talking
spellchecker, phonetic spell matching, and homonyms selection
tools. Aurora Echo reads back what you type so you can hear
when you make a mistake, or it can read text from your
applications like email or web browsers if you have trouble
reading. You can also use it to do presentations or perform
prepared speeches. Aurora Talk is the ultimate conversation
tool. You can assign frequently used phrases to function keys
for instant spoken communication or type whatever you want to
say. You can organize your phrases into categories for home,
work or school as you need, and you can quickly search what
you have spoken before, and say it again easily. Aurora
operates transparently with all your favorite applications
including email, web browsers, word processors and more on
Windows 3.1, 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000 and XP. For detailed
information, we strongly recommend you take the time to look
at our
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Boost Technology
Boost Technology currently manufactures and
sells the Boost Tracer. The Tracer is a head pointer that
converts head movement into smooth, pixel-level computer
cursor control at a significantly reduced price compared to
other head pointers, plus it can be used anywhere - even
direct sunlight. Tracer can benefit people with quadriplegia,
cerebral palsy, musculardystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and ALS.
Clarity Solutions -
Clarity Solutions manufactures the most modular
and affordably priced high quality Auto-Focus Inline and Flex
model video magnifiers in the assistive technology field.
These products magnify images for people with low vision. Our
Flex models allow for desktop and distance viewing. Our Inline
models offer desktop viewing. Our systems operate with just
three simple switches, offer color, inverse, black and white
and connect to many different monitors.
Commodio
Commodio brings together accessibility and ease
of use for every display-based device and gives users the
freedom of interaction with any application in any
environment. Commodio developed an innovative method of
human-computer interaction - direct pointing by means of voice
or keyboard, which is implemented in the QPointer line of
products. The Commodio platform technology can be combined
with complementary hardware and software to develop leading
edge products for a wide variety of applications.
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Creative Communicating
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Creative Communicating is a small company that
is dedicated to creating practical and affordable materials
for children, and educational resources for parents and/or
service providers. The company develops, publishes, and
markets over 50 products, including books, software, videos,
and intervention materials. It has brought to the marketplace
innovative products in the early childhood and emergent
literacy arenas. It developed the Storytime resource books and
software. Creative Communicating maintains a world wide web
site that provides consumer information and support including
a free electronic newsletter containing up-to-date topics in
assistive technology and literacy.
Crick Software -
Crick Software was set up in 1993 by John
Crick, then teacher of students with physical disabilities. We
produce a range of award-winning and innovative software,
focusing on literacy, access and communication. Our best known
title, Clicker, is extensively used in the UK with mainstream
students as well as students with learning and physical
disabilities. Clicker allows students to write letters, whole
words, phrases and pictures. It is fully accessible with both
mouse and switches and has extensive multimedia features.
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Dolphin Computer Access
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Dolphin Computer Access specializes in the
design, manufacture and distribution of access technology for
visually impaired computer users. Dolphin had been in
operation for just under 13 years and currently comprises 28
staff, including our own development team of programmers and
engineers. Based in San Mateo, California and Worcester,
England, our clients include individuals, corporations and
educational establishments worldwide. Part of Dolphin's
development strategy is that visually impaired computer users
should be able to enjoy a common standard of access across all
their applications without having to resort to special
configurations (such as macro files) to achieve this. Dolphin
is working to provide intelligent and automatic speech,
Braille and magnification access wherever the Microsoft
standards for the Windows operating systems have been applied.
Don Johnston Incorporated
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Don Johnston Incorporated believes that all
students can learn to read and write. We are the leader in
learning intervention resources because since 1980, we have
been helping educators expect more from struggling students
and students with physical disabilities. We provide a full
array of critical intervention products for all components of
balanced literacy instruction: reading intervention solutions
that build reading skills, award-winning writing intervention
software that offers unparalleled writing support, unique
word-study products that teach spelling and phonics skills and
industry-standard computer access products that let students
with physical disabilities use the computer to learn to read
and write. Don Johnston Incorporated brings tremendous
expertise to our products. Our employees are former regular
education teachers, special education teachers, speech and
language professionals and parents of students with
disabilities. Our company's vision is inspired by Don
Johnston, who as a young student struggled because of
significant learning disabilities. Don Johnston Incorporated
was founded in 1980 by Don and Cheryll Johnston in their
garage in Lake Zurich, Illinois. The company's first products
were wooden developmental toys for children with special
needs. The company is now located in Volo, Illinois.
www.donjohnston.com
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Dynavox Systems
Technology Inc.
DynaVox Systems LLC is the world's largest
manufacturer of advanced augmentative communication solutions,
and for over 16 years has been committed to helping people
with disabilities live fuller lives. Our innovative products
assist thousands of individuals around the world to conquer
communication barriers and to excel in the classroom,
workplace and the community. Brands from DynaVox Systems
include DynaVox 3100, DynaMyte 3100, Dynamo, DynaVox Software
for Mac and Windows computers and DynaSyms.
Enkidu Research, Inc. -
Portable IMPACT
Augmentative Communication Devices
- Enkidu Research produces the Portable IMPACT line of dynamic
display communication aids. PortableIMPACT includes text and
symbol-based interfaces, scanning, word prediction,
abbreviation expansion, DECtalk(TM)speech synthesis, a color
touch screen, and much more. The Palmtop weighs only 1.2 lbs
in it's carrying case, making it ideal for mobile individuals,
especially considering the great new indoor/outdoor screen.
The Handheld's built-in keyboard is 80% of full size for fast
spelling-based communication. The Tablet's larger screen makes
the color Mayer-Johnson PCS symbols easier to select. All
three devices share the same powerful software features. In
addition to the standard interfaces included with the Portable
IMPACT software, we also offer vocabulary organization
programs for children and adults using both pictures and text
for communication. In order for us to fulfill our mission, we
have to make clinicians and consumers aware that a new,
lower-cost alternative to current communication aids is
available. By becoming an ATA Vendor, we hope to raise
awareness of our products within the AT community. The ATA
will in turn be able to provide its members with current
information on new developments within AAC.
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Freedom Scientific,
Blind/Low Vision Grp -
The Freedom Scientific Blind/Low Vision Group
handles all customer inquiries and sales information for
products developed by the former companies Henter-Joyce,
Blazie Engineering, and Arkenstone, with the exception of
WYNN, a product for people with learning disabilities. WYNN is
handled by the Freedom Scientific Learning Systems Group.
Products currently include PAC Mate accessible Pocket PC, JAWS
for Windows screen reader software, SAL Speech Assisted
Learning standalone Braille station, MAGic screen
magnification software with speech, OpenBook scanning and
reading software, Connect Outloud Web access software, VERA
reading machine, various audio cassette training tutorials,
M20 and M40 notetakers, Braille 'n Speak, Braille Lite, Type
'n Speak, disk drive accessory, Blazer embosser, Focus
refreshable Braille displays, PowerBraille refreshable Braille
displays, Type Lite, Comm Lite, and the VersaPoint Duo Braille
embosser.
Freedom
Scientific, Learning Systems Group
Freedom Scientific, Learning Systems Group
produces WYNN and TestTalker, products to support individuals
who struggle with reading and writing. WYNN is a comprehensive
software accommodation that provides bi-modal access to
scanned text, electronic files, and the internet with a
combination of speech output and highly customizable visual
output. WYNN is defined by its easy user interface and
excellent ability to address visual processing difficulties.
The study strategies included in WYNN provide an effective
means for comprehending and retaining information. WYNN also
supports the writing process with tools such as word
prediction. WYNN provides access to standard classroom
curriculum for individuals reading below grade level, and is
used as a productivity tool in the workplace. TestTalker is a
talking tool to support test preparation, testing, and
worksheet completion. It is provided in a Teacher Edition for
test creation and a Student Edition for test or worksheet
completion.
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FutureForms -
FutureForms can convert existing, or create a
new paper based form into an electronic form format. Forms and
documents are maintained in our electronic form library for
your safety and convenience. FutureForms has proven products
and services that will allow an organization the ability to
further increase productivity and reduce costs. We offer a
universal solution for business. We offer an additional tool
to aid the disabled in gaining employment.
Gus Communications, Inc.
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The Gus! Multimedia Speech System for Windows
is the worlds most popular AAC software product. It converts
any WIndows compatible computer into a dynamic display
communication device. Digitized and synthetic speech
(synthesizer included!), 2-72 buttons/page, unlimited layers,
scanning. Includes the Gus! Talking Keyboard, Gus!
Abbreviations and Gus! Mouse. Also, the Gus! Touch Screen for
Portable Computers. Works with any WIndows-compatible portable
computer for finger/touch access.
In Touch Systems
The Magic Wand Keyboard is a miniature computer
keyboard, and mouse, that requires no strength and only slight
head or hand movement. It works with the lightest touch of a
wand (hand-held or mouthstick). Absolutely no force is
required--only contact. No installation, no special software,
and no training is required. Compatible with IBM or Macintosh.
Mouse: The built-in mouse functions exactly like a standard
mouse and requires no hand dexterity. The keyboard and mouse
work simultaneously, allowing full and fast Internet access.
The mouse works through the keys on the keyboard and has 11
speed settings, left and right click, drag, and double click.
It is 100% Microsoft and Apple mouse compatible. Users:
Designed for people with disabilities such as spinal cord
injury, muscular dystrophy, arthrogryposis, multiple
sclerosis, arthritis, neurological disorders, severe
repetitive strain injury.
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Innovation Management
Group, Inc. -
IMG's Assistive Technology products have been
developed from its highly successful commercial endeavors. AT
product design assistance and testing is provided primarily by
R.J. Cooper & Associates with highly appreciated review and
feedback from various AT organizations and educational
facilities from around the world. IMG's Assistive Technology
products include My-T-Mouse, My-T-Mouse for Kids, and Onscreen
(formerly My-T-Soft AT) - US & International "3D"
programmable, onscreen keyboards with (optional) Word
Completion, text to speech, key magnification, user definable
dictionaries, and CrossScanner switch support;
Joystick-To-Mouse - software lets users run Windows and all
Windows applications from any joystick or gamepad; The
Magnifier - software area screen magnification and cursor
tracker; and SmartClick - an auto mouse click (hover & dwell)
software program. All version of Windows are supported. Since
1995, IMG has been the primary supplier of onscreen keyboards,
onscreen keyboard developer tools, and alternative input
(pointing) device enhancement utilities to major alternative,
automation, industrial, invehicle, kiosk, military, pen,
robotics, ruggedized, tablet, touchscreen, wearable, and
whiteboard pc manufacturers worldwide.
Innovative Products -
Innovative Products (IP) manufactures the GO-BOT
& GBI which allows standing or seating with full support for
the head, knees, back and torso areas of the body. The GO-BOT
& GBI can also be outfitted with an optional tray system for
daily use and support. The enhanced electronics package with
speed control for the GO-BOT offers many of the features
needed by children with disabilities to function to their
potential in everyday life - with controls such as
proportional joystick, switched, and a wireless radio remote
control with emergency on/off for safety.
IntelliTools, Inc. -
IntelliTools®, Inc. has been developing and
producing award-winning computer products for special
education for two decades. Our flagship products are
IntelliKeys® Classic and IntelliKeys® USB, versatile,
alternative keyboards that enable users with physical, visual
or cognitive disabilities to easily type, enter numbers,
navigate on-screen displays, and execute menu commands. In
recent years, IntelliTools has broadened its product offering,
developing curriculum software to help students meet national
and state standards in math and language arts, including its
award-winning Balanced Literacy program for emerging readers
and IntelliTools Math products. Its Classroom Tools,
IntelliTalk II, IntelliMathics, and IntelliPics Studio, are
integrated and offer a complete set of resources for both
general education and special needs students, truly meeting
the needs of the diverse classroom. ReadyMade Curriculum
Activities complement Classroom Tools, providing educators
with ready-to-use activities for literacy and math. Science
and social studies ReadyMade products debut in 2003. Looking
forward, IntelliTools' products are finding applications
outside the classroom and homeschool communities. Its
IntelliKeys adaptive keyboard is currently enabling access for
elderly computer users, including those with disabilities.
IntelliKeys also enables computer access in the work
environment, or library environment, for users with special
needs. IntelliKeys is being used to provide computer access
and communication abilities for patients in acute care and
rehabilitation. IntelliTools has been the recipient of major
development grants from the National Science Foundation and
the National Institutes of Health. IntelliTools products have
won numerous awards, including twelve prestigious Technology &
Learning Awards of Excellence and two Tibbetts Awards, among
others.
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Judy Lynn Software -
These programs were written for children with a
cognitive age level as early as nine months. click on
www.judylynn.com for detailed program descriptions and
ordering information.
Keybowl, Inc. -
Founded in 1997, Keybowl, Inc. is a high
technology company located in Winter Park, Florida that
specializes in the research, production, distribution and
licensing of alternative computer input devices and the
associated software that manages those devices. The Company's
flagship product, the orbiTouch Keyless Keyboard, is an
assistive technology targeted at the millions of computer
users who have limited hand use from repetitive stress
injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, neuro-muscular
control problems, and limitations resulting from other
physical or cognitive disabilities. Keybowl's mission is to
bring to market the best mix of research, technology, and
tradition to empower the typist and computer user with
world-class alphanumeric input devices.
Laureate Learning
Systems, Inc.
Laureate is dedicated to the innovative use of
computer technology for special education and rehabilitation.
Laureate offers programs for language development, concept
development and processing, augmentative communication, and
instructional games. Laureate programs are easy-to-use,
flexible, and above all, effective. Natural-sounding speech
and colorful pictures motivate and guide the learner, making
most of the programs appropriate for nonreaders.
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LC Technologies, Inc. -
Eyegaze Communication
System - LC Technologies is the developer and manufacturer of
the Eyegaze Communication System. The Eyegaze System is an
eye-operated communication and control system that enables its
users to connect with the world using only the focus of an
eye. By looking in boxes or 'keys' on the System's screen, a
user can generate speech with customized pre-programmed
phrases or by typing and then 'speaking' them, use an
environmental control system, or dial a telephone. The Eyegaze
System can be up to any Windows PC and run any mouse or
keyboard program, send email, and access the Internet. The
portable Eyegaze System can be mounted on a wheelchair. Winner
of numerous awards, including the Smithsonian Institution/Computerworld
technology award, the Eyegaze Communication System is being
used in over 25 countries.
LS & S Group -
The LS&S Group specializes in products for the
visually impaired. We feature the largest selection of CCTV
and Computer products anywhere. LS&S has added 29 pages to the
catalog specializing in products for the hearing Impaired as
well as the visually impaired.
Lynjan Solutions, LLC -
Software, teaching resources, and Links to
Literacy are the products than Lynjan Solutions, LLC, creates,
produces and distributes. Our software comes as a package,
with all manipulatives included. Our two sided Velcro
sensitive activity boards are flexible and a great aid in the
classroom. Our Links to Literacy Series feature books and
activities (on various ability levels)comes on one CD-ROM that
is a complete teaching unit. This series can be used with
students with or without disabilities.
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Madentec Limited -
Madentec develops products in pursuit of its
goal of providing quality assistive technology for people with
disabilities. Our Series 2000 products supply complete
computer access. Access methods includes point and click,
single or multiple switch, adapted keyboard and head tracking
through Tracker 2000 or Tracker One. Innovations such as
built-in word prediction, resizeable on-screen keyboards,
cursor scanning sequences make these products revolutionary.
Madentec is also home to the complete Discover(r) line of
products. Since Discover made its home at Madentec we have
successfully ported it to Windows XP as well as stabilized all
Discover products on all Windows platforms.
Marblesoft -
We are a special education software company.
All programs focus on early childhood development (Early
Learning) with various hardware accesses utilized. 128K
versions offer input through Touchwindow, IntelliKeys,
Powerpad, and Switches. All use the Echo, DoubleTalk, or
Cricket speech synthesizer, run on Mac, Apple family
computers, are Laser-compatible, and have a student records
management program that allows for a screen or written
printout.
Mayer-Johnson, Inc.
Mayer-Johnson, Inc. is the originator of the
Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). The symbols are used in
augmentative communication. Our products include educational
materials, software, and hardware. The software is used to
make communication boards, educational materials, and overlays
for different computer access devices and for speech output.
Presently all of our software is designed for Mac and Windows.
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Microsoft -
Accessibility and Disabilities Group
Microsoft has established the Accessibility and
Disabilities Group to make computers easier to use for people
with special accessibility needs. This group works to make
Microsoft products and services more accessible as well as
promote accessibility throughout the computer industry. it
also supports the development of a rich variety of third-party
accessibility aids.
PageMinder, Inc. -
PageMinder provides a welcome solution for
individuals struggling with memory deficits, or trying to keep
up with a complicated schedule. With the use of paging
technology, customers receive text reminders for medication
times, daily living skills, appointments, or other routine
tasks. The system is portable, easy to use, and requires no
initiation on the part of the user. It can be adapted for many
languages. PageMinder is owned and operated by healthcare
professionals. The mission of PageMinder is to help improve
the quality of life for our customers by providing reliable
reminders. We strive to provide quality service in a cost
effective manner while remaining committed to meeting each
customer's individual needs. Our mission is consistent with
ATA's stated mission of seeking "to redefine human potential
by making technology a regular part of the lives of people
with disabilities." Our service works to assist our customers
achieve greater independence by utilizing technolgy to provide
reminders for medication and daily living skills. For
individuals with memory deficits, the pager definitely becomes
part of their daily life, and they rely on the reminders to
help them remember important tasks.
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Pathways Development
Group, Inc -
PDG designs control and communications products
assisting people with disabilities. Our Nintendo(Reg)-approved
and licensed Team Xtreme(TM)(pat.pend.) family of products
makes it possible for people with disabilities to play any
Nintendo video game, full speed, with anyone. It's even
enjoyable for the non-disabled. Our Smart Switches(TM) is for
those not yet ready for video games. But it's more than just a
switch controller. Our wireless infrared remote controls, due
in early 2000, work with Team Xtreme, Smart Switches, and the
commercially available X-10(Reg) home and office automation
and environmental control products.
Prentke Romich Company -
Our company mission is "To help people with
disabilities achieve their potential in educational,
vocational and personal pursuits." To this end we provide
quality language and assistive technology products and
services to people with disabilities, their families and
professions. Products include augmentative communication
systems, computer access technology, and environmental
controls. Our services include toll-free sales and service
numbers, a trial rental program to ensure applicability prior
to purchase, and a service loaner program so that a user is
not without a device while it is being serviced.
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Riverdeep/The Learning
Company -
Riverdeep/The Learning Company is a leading
developer and publisher of high-quality, award winning
educational software. Serving both the home and education
markets, Riverdeep/The Learning Company combines rich
multimedia technology with solid educational methodology to
create products that inspire creativity, develop thinking
skills an engage children in the learning process. In its
early years, the company focused on the special education
market, publishing both print materials and software for the
Apple, and manufacturing the TouchWindow, a touch sensitive
input device for the computer. These products are available
for the education market.
Saltillo Corporation -
Saltillo Corporation provides speech products
for people with speech and/or cognitive disabilities.
Saltillo's line of communication aids, including ChatBox,
ChatPC and VocaFlex, are designed to be portable and
affordable. Saltillo Corporation also publishes a catalog that
contains their own products along with a variety of
manufacturers. In addition to its communication products,
Saltillo also offers several products from memory assistance
and computer access. Ask us for our catalog for information on
all of these products. .
Seventh Generation Technologies
(7GT)
Seventh Generation Technologies (7GT) develops
language-training software. The company was formed by a team
that believes in developing technology that improves the lives
of people with disabilities. SpeechTeach teaches early speech
skills to language-delayed, autistic and
developmentally-delayed children and adults. It is designed to
allow parents and teachers to supplement language specialists
and help fill the gap in structured language training.
SpeechTeach's teaching methodology was developed in
conjunction with the leading experts in language training.
SpeechTeach will be available at www.7GT.com.
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Simtech Publications -
Established in 1991 with the goal of developing
inexpensive single switch software, all of Simtech's programs
are simple, "user friendly" and focus on developing concepts
and motor skills related to switch control. Bill Lynn,
Simtech's owner and software developer, is a speech language
pathologist with 25 years experience in the area of assistive
technology and augmentative communication.
SoftTouch, Inc.
SoftTouch, the company owned by special
educators, offers products for students in early childhood
classes and students of all ages with significant
disabilities. We specialize in cause-and-effect, choice
making, music, language and speech stimulation software
accessible by one and two switches, touch screen, mouse and
IntelliKeys keyboards. We also developed the TouchCorders
single message communicators that can be linked like pieces of
a puzzle enabling you to build a communication>device a
message at a time.
Special Needs Project
Worldwide -
Special Needs Project sells books about
disabilities through its catalog and at conferences and
consults with public and private agencies. Special Needs
Project is directed by Hod Gray, an active parent with a
special interest in assistive technology and an established
California bookseller. SNP is an unmatched resource for books
about disabilities, and offers "one-stop shopping" for all
current titles.
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SSB Technologies
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SSB Technologies provides end-to-end solutions
for web site and intranet accessibility. Powered by our
automated software tools, SSB brings organizations into
compliance with federal accessibility regulations including
Section 508. SSB offers customized solutions for all clients,
reducing the time to make web sites accessible by 75%. Founded
by technologists with disabilities, SSB Technologies has
developed relationships with leading advocacy groups and
standard-setting organizations.
TASH International -
TASH offers the wide range of quality switches
on the market today! But, take a closer look at what TASH
offers: we have access hardware for both P{C and Macintosh
computers. TASH provides special keyboard and mouse control
for anyone who cannot use the standard keyboard ad mouse. TASH
also has a variety environmental control systems for accessing
the telephone, tv, computers, and appliances, as well as a
line of digitized communication aids.
TeleSensory -
TeleSensory manufactures and distributes a wide
variety of products for blind and visually impaired children
and adults. These products include low-vision reading aids and
OCR devices.
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TextHELP Systems Ltd. -
textHELP Systems Ltd. (previously Lorien
Systems) set about developing software products that would
allow people with various disabilities, ranging from literacy
difficulties to motion and dexterity problems, gain a much
greater degree of access to the computer. Our products have
evolved, through listening to the requirements of the
professionals and the end users, into some of the most
innovative and easy to use products for the computer user with
disabilities - either as a means of communication or as a
means to fulfilling employment.
The Great Talking Box
Co.
Featuring the new e-talk, and the reliable
EasyTalk and DigiCam 2000, The Great Talking Box Company
offers affordable augmentative communication devices. Features
include: Static and dynamic displays (viewable in all lighting
conditions) digitized and synthetic voice communication,
scanning, variable length messages, type and talk text entry
and much more. GTB's prices are structured in proportion to
our manufacturing cost - not upon what the market will bear.
The Great Talking Box Co. hopes that anyone who needs an
augmentative speech device will not be kept from it because of
price.
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The Spinoza Company -
Spinoza, the bear who speaks from the heart,
was developed by a communications specialist and a special
education teacher. The 17" teddy bear has a cassette player
inside and comes with a collection of nine tapes designed to
help build a positive self concept. Spinoza is used
effectively by parents, teachers and health care professionals
to promote literacy, emotional health and social skills. Also
available with a Talking Book player (to play 4 track tapes as
used by people with visual impairments). When you need a
special friend, Spinoza makes the difference. |
