Section 1: Unboxing & Setting Up Amazon Echo Access full video instructions via the Ability Tools YouTube channel. “Setting Up Amazon Echo” Overview of the Amazon Echo (4th Gen): The Amazon Echo is a smart home device that works like a helpful assistant. It responds to your voice and can assist with tasks like making…
There’s more to workplace success than just having the right tech. With the right funding, training, and self-advocacy tools, powerful support is within reach; you just need to know where to find it. Assistive technology (AT) can open doors, but real success comes with the right support. Across California, programs exist to fund, train, and…
Starting or returning to work can be a big leap. For people with disabilities, it often comes with unique challenges. But with the right assistive technology (AT) and support from Ability Tools, that leap can lead to lasting success. Check out our recent webinar, Campus to Career: Tools to Thrive in the Workplace, where we…
Access to the right assistive technology (AT) can make a big difference in someone’s daily life—but new devices aren’t always easy to come by. In this edition of AT-titude is Everything, we explore how AT Reutilization is such an important resource. Across the state, many Independent Living Centers accept gently used AT devices and repurpose…
In celebration of Earth Day, Ability Tools hosted a special webinar highlighting accessible, eco-friendly technology that supports independent living. We were thrilled to welcome guest presenter Kellie Hampton, Assistive Technology Coordinator and Remote Supports Specialist from Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities (WCBDD), who gave us an exclusive virtual tour of their impressive Smart Home…
In celebration of AT Awareness Day, we’re sharing real stories in our AT-titude is Everything series that show just how life-changing assistive technology (AT) can be. Finding the right AT solution isn’t always instant, but with a little persistence, creativity, and the right support, independence becomes a lot more achievable. For 5-year-old Romeo, communicating with…
Leading up to AT Awareness Day on April 30th, here is the next edition of our “AT-titude is Everything” series, celebrating the power of assistive technology and highlighting one individual’s journey to confidence. When living with a mobility disability, the right assistive technology can be a game-changer, offering the support needed to transform obstacles into…
In celebration of AT Awareness Day, we’re spotlighting AT-titude is Everything, a new 4-part blog series dedicated to real stories that demonstrate the life-changing impact of assistive technology (AT). This special edition highlights the persistence, creativity, and collaboration that drive successful AT outcomes. Finding the right solution isn’t always immediate—but with informed choices, personalized options,…
If you made it to Abilities Expo 2025 and stopped by the Ability Tools booth, you couldn’t miss the top-secret, spy-themed experience! Our team went all out to engage attendees of all ages, making sure everyone got a mission briefing on the latest and greatest in assistive technology (AT). The Expo was packed with incredible…
The Abilities Expo is back this year, offering an exciting opportunity to explore the latest in accessible technologies and services. Happening at the Los Angeles Convention Center on March 7-8, 2025, the Expo will showcase cutting-edge mobility aids, adaptive tools, and assistive technology designed to enhance everyday life. What is the Abilities Expo? The Abilities…