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Empowering Access with AT in Libraries

Discover how libraries are using assistive technology and devices for breaking barriers and creating equitable learning environments for all in public community spaces. Libraries prioritize accessibility, viewing it as essential for all patrons. This aligns with their mission to provide inclusive access to information and services. Assistive technology is crucial in bridging gaps for individuals…

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Abilities Expo 2024 – LATest & GreATest

Welcome back to our blog series on Abilities Expo 2024! In this sequel, Abilities Expo 2024: LATest and GreATest, we’ll spotlight two more CFILC programs, the Disability Organizing (DO) Network and YO! Disabled & Proud, along with highlighting standout vendors and creators from the event. Join us as we explore further into the world of…

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Abilities Expo 2024 – Ability Tools

Bursting with a kaleidoscope of vendors, visionary creators, mesmerizing live demos, and unforgettable performances, this event was unmissable. Come along as we unveil the most thrilling moments from our view at the Ability Tools Showcase Booth! At the Ability Tools showcase booth, visitors enjoyed immersive, hands-on experiences with assistive technology (AT) tailored to enhance daily…

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Disability Pride: Highlighting Life-Changing AT

Disability Pride Month, celebrated every July, provides an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. By recognizing the historical significance of Disability Pride in the fight for rights and acceptance, celebrating Assistive Technology (AT) during this month highlights the progress made and emphasizes the ongoing need to advocate for…

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AT for Spring Cleaning: Less Mess for Less Stress

Spring is a season of renewal, of fresh starts and new beginnings. And in the spirit of transformation we have gathered some helpful resources and ideas to ease the burden of Spring Cleaning and simplify the process of decluttering our physical and mental spaces! Because lets all face it- Less mess equals less stress! Combat…

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Advocates Working Together

When Emanuel needed a replacement for his wheelchair, and his insurance wasn’t addressing the urgency of needing an immediate replacement for his mobility device, he turned to getting a loan as his only option to obtain a wheelchair. This is how he connected with the network of California’s Advocates serving people’s needs for Assistive Technology…

A.T. LETS ME PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS

Congratulations to the assistive technology users and photographers who show us what’s possible with A.T. We were thrilled to see photos of people from all over the country. Thanks to your fabulous photos of people using assistive technology (AT), we brought more awareness to the world of adaptive equipment, devices, and gadgets that assist people…

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Top Five AT Devices from an AT Advocate

Written by: Luke Hsieh, Assistive Technology Advocate Community Access Center For this top five countdown, I will be ranking my my five favorite assistive technology devices from high-tech to low-tech. By September next year, I will have worked a full decade as an assistive technology specialist for an Independent Living Center.  The first generation iPad…

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Reuse Programs Help More Than Just Mother Earth

Written By: Ability Tools Staff It’s that time of year the again, time for spring cleaning! What better day to spring into cleaning than Earth Day? For close to 48 years, Earth Day has been observed on April 22nd and is a day where people around the world celebrate environmental movements and build awareness around…

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Meet Us In Los Angeles: LA Abilities Expo 2018

Are you in the LA area this weekend? Are you a fan of assistive technology? Do you want the opportunity to try out technology and meet the Ability Tools/ CFILC team? If you answered yes to any of these questions then the FREE LA Abilities Expo is where you want to be this weekend, February…