by Rosemarie Punzalan Technology plays an important role in helping the deaf and hard of hearing (DHOH) community interact as well as communicate. Below are some FREE Android-based apps that allow the DHOH to get the most out of their devices: Google Voice: Google Voice is a multifunction voice mail application that makes it possible…
Assistive technology (AT) can be costly and, as most of you know, is not often covered in full or even partially by insurances. Furthermore, it can be frustrating to spend a lot of money on a device that one believes will work for them or a loved one, only to find out that it is…
Why, the AT Network’s ‘Show Off Your AT Video Contest’, of Course! Our thanks go out to all the wonderful people who sent in some really great videos for our contest. Difficult as it was, we’ve picked five finalists for the public to vote for beginning on Wednesday, February 6th, 2013. It might be a…
Damary Bustos, YO! Volunteer Hi! My name is Damary Bustos and I am from Hayward, California. I just turned 21 years old last month. I was born with Cerebral Palsy which affects my walking and it’s hard to control my hands movements sometimes. I also have a speech disability which makes it really hard for…
by Jorge Ruiz, Assitive Technology Coordinator at Central Coast Center for Independent Living Living in California, the possibility of a high magnitude earthquake hitting and affecting our lives is very likely! In fact this past fall in October there was a small 5.3 magnitude earthquake that originated in San Benito County and was felt in…
by Rachel Anderson, Program Coordinator for the AT Network There are still a few more shopping days left and there are some good sales going on right now – so it is a great time to purchase some useful AT devices. Here are some last minute gift ideas for everyone on your list. For more…
by Allan M. Friedman,Communications & Technical Assistance Manager There was a time when flying was fun, simple, and easy to do. However, since 9/11, the heightened security measures enforced by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has made travel a nightmarish gauntlet for everyone, especially people with disabilities. What I am referring to here is the…
by Rosemarie Punzalan, Training Specialist Earthquakes can happen at home, at work, at school, or even on vacation. It is important that you, your loved ones, your pets, your co-workers and millions of others are prepared for any kind of disaster that could take place – especially an earthquake. Last Thursday, October 18, 2012 at…
By Kirk Aranda, CFILC’s Youth Organizing! Disabled and Proud Youth Advocate It’s that time of the year again! It’s time to celebrate Disability History Week! This is a very exciting time where youth from all over California go to their local schools to present lesson plans on disability history topics to teachers and students. …
Sample of CTAP phones Regional In-Person Meetings are held quarterly and are now open to all AT Network members and others interested in joining the network and/or assistive technology topics and presentations. The purpose of the meetings is to bring AT professionals, advocates, and enthusiasts together to build professional relationships, problem-solve, share resources and collaborate.…