Every workplace looks different, and so does every worker. Productivity, comfort, and focus aren’t universal experiences. When pens cause strain, tablets slide across desks, or cords clutter a workspace, attention shifts away from the task at hand. Sometimes access begins with a small tweak. Here are a few Workplace Imagin(AT)ions that use everyday materials to…
The Ability Tools team would like to introduce you to our newest blog series, Imagin(AT)ion Station. Over a series of blogs, we will explore creative fixes for achieving some of your assistive technology (AT) goals. From labeled life hacks to Do-It-Yourself (DIY) daily living tools, we will dive into the world of DIY to empower…
Welcome to the final post in “Adulting with AT,” our blog series following the Your Future, Your Tools webinar! So far, we’ve covered how AT supports learning and independent living. Now, we’re heading into the workplace, because adulting includes jobs, internships, and launching your career. Whether you’re applying for your first job, starting a new…
Welcome back to “Adulting with AT,” our follow-up blog series based on the Your Future, Your Tools webinar! In this post, we’re taking on one of the biggest parts of growing up: living more independently. Whether that means moving into your own place, managing your daily routine, or handling things like cooking, cleaning, or organizing,…
Welcome to “Adulting with AT,” a blog series inspired by our recent webinar, “Your Future, Your Tools: AT for the Road Ahead,” now available on the Ability Tools YouTube channel. Whether you’re finishing high school, heading to college, or continuing your education in other ways, learning doesn’t stop and neither does your need for the…
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…
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…
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…
When wildfires or other air quality emergencies strike, having access to clean air is essential for your health and well-being. (Be sure to check out your area’s Air Quality Index). The Corsi-Rosenthal box is a simple, low-cost DIY air purifier that can help improve indoor air quality using everyday materials. The box was invented by…