Assistive Technology Blog

A wooden boardwalk winds through lush greenery in a garden. The path leads to a small seating area with two chairs and a round wooden table. Various plants, including tall grasses and leafy shrubs, border the walkway, creating a natural, accessible pathway. In the background, a glimpse of a building with large windows can be seen, suggesting this is part of a residential garden design.

September 12, 2024 0

Designing an Accessible Oasis: A Wheelchair-Friendly Garden

Discover Neive Tierney's innovative garden design that blends accessibility with ecological harmony and wellness, creating a space that's both functional and healing. [...]

The Abbotts' home from "A Quiet Place" is recreated inside the Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights house of the same name. It's a large, two-story white house facade. The house features a Victorian-style architecture with dormer windows on the upper floor, a wrap-around porch, and detailed trim work. The front door is open, revealing a lit interior. String lights are hung above, and a white picket fence is visible in the foreground. The house appears to be inside a larger indoor space, suggesting it's a prop or attraction.

September 1, 2024 0

Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights Breaks New Ground with ASL-Inclusive ‘A Quiet Place’ Haunted House

Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is breaking new ground in accessibility with its “A [...]

A group of young dancers with disabilities performing on stage. The dancers are dressed in vibrant costumes with pink and gold accents, feathered headpieces, and white gloves. They are accompanied by volunteers in black outfits who assist them during the performance. The scene captures a joyful moment as the dancers express themselves through movement, with one performer in the center striking a celebratory pose. The stage is well-lit, highlighting the energy and enthusiasm of the performers.

August 22, 2024 0

Dancing Dreams: How a Small Wish Grew into a Transformative Dance Program for Children with Special Needs

Discover Dancing Dreams, a nonprofit empowering children with challenges through dance. Founded by a pediatric PT, it offers adaptive classes and celebrates ability. [...]

The image depicts a vibrant scene at a nightclub where a large crowd of people, both deaf and hearing, are enthusiastically dancing and raising their hands. The room is bathed in colorful lights, with shades of blue, pink, and purple illuminating the space. The diverse group of attendees appears fully engaged, enjoying the music and the inclusive atmosphere. The graffiti-covered walls in the background add to the energetic and urban vibe of the event.

August 15, 2024 0

Inclusive Nightlife: How Shanghai’s BassBath Event Unites Deaf and Hearing Music Fans

Discover Shanghai's "BassBath," a club night merging music, dance, and inclusivity for deaf and hearing attendees. Experience the unity through vibrations. [...]

This image features the August 2024 cover of British Vogue, showcasing Suki Waterhouse holding her newborn daughter in a tender embrace. Suki is dressed in a textured, fringe-adorned coat while standing in a lush garden, creating a serene and intimate atmosphere. The cover story, titled "Summer of Love," reflects on Suki’s journey into motherhood, celebrating her new chapter in life with a sense of peace and fulfillment.

August 9, 2024 0

British Vogue Pioneers Inclusivity with New Audio and Braille Editions

Discover British Vogue's commitment to accessibility with audio and Braille editions, making fashion inclusive for all. [...]

Three athletes in specialized racing wheelchairs compete intensely in a track event. The athlete in the foreground wears a white helmet and a black racing suit, leaning forward with determination. Right behind him is another athlete in a black helmet and suit. The third athlete, wears a black helmet and a blue racing suit. All three athletes are pushing the rims of their racing wheelchairs with their hands. The blurred background reveals a stadium filled with spectators, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere.

July 23, 2024 1

Airbus and French National Sports Agency Develop Cutting-Edge Equipment for Disabled Athletes Ahead of Paris Paralympics

Discover how Airbus and the French National Sports Agency are revolutionizing equipment for disabled athletes, aiming to enhance performance for the Paralympic Games. [...]

A guide dog puppy, wearing a training vest, sits attentively in the middle of Diagon Alley at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. The vibrant, whimsical storefronts of the Harry Potter-themed set create a magical backdrop.

July 4, 2024 0

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London Partners with Guide Dogs to Enhance Accessibility for Visually Impaired Visitors

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London partners with Guide Dogs charity to enhance accessibility for visually impaired guests, setting a new industry standard. [...]

extreme close up of someone's hand. They are holding a pencil and filling up clues on a crossword puzzle.

June 30, 2024 0

AT Crossword #17: Your Sunday AT Crossword Puzzle

Challenge your mind with our crossword puzzle that highlights the importance of assistive technology and accessibility in today's world. [...]

The image shows three mobile screens of the Yelp app, each highlighting different accessibility features for restaurants. 1. The first screen is filtered for "Wheelchair accessible restaurant," displaying "Darwin's Diner" with a rating of 4.4 stars from 510 reviews. It indicates that the diner is wheelchair accessible and provides information such as location, hours of operation, and cuisine type. 2. The second screen is filtered for "ASL proficient restaurant," featuring "McCoysie's" with a 4.3-star rating from 906 reviews. The listing shows that the restaurant has ASL proficient staff, along with similar details about location, hours, and cuisine. 3. The third screen is filtered for "Braille menus," showing "Tacos on Main" with a 4.4-star rating from 488 reviews. It notes that the restaurant offers Braille menus and includes standard information like location, hours, and cuisine type. Each screen emphasizes the specific accessibility attribute being searched for, making it easier for users to find businesses that meet their accessibility needs.

June 25, 2024 0

Yelp Enhances Accessibility for Users with Disabilities: New Features and Resources for Businesses

Discover Yelp's latest accessibility features designed to help people with disabilities easily connect with inclusive local businesses. [...]

The image shows a multicolored puzzle ribbon, which is commonly associated with autism awareness. The ribbon is held by multiple hands, symbolizing support and unity in the autism community. The hands appear to be of different ages, suggesting a connection between children and adults in the effort to raise awareness and provide support for autism.

June 22, 2024 0

New Study Reveals Early Brain Development Differences in Autism, Opening Path for Future Treatments

Discover how groundbreaking research on brain development in the womb could lead to new autism treatments. [...]

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