CoughDrop is a robust augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app that gives a voice to those who cannot speak vocally for themselves. The program can be used with a switch or with eye tracking for those with mobility concerns. The…
Author: Amy Barry
Technology to Ease into Transitions | Parenting Special Needs Magazine
Change can be hard for everyone, but for those of us who care for someone who has physical or cognitive challenges, we know that change often brings about things we haven’t even thought of as our kids grow! What are…
AAC Awareness Month
October is AAC Awareness Month. The goal is to raise awareness of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and to inform the public about the many different ways in which people communicate using communication devices. BridgingApps has created a new list…
New BridgingApps YouTube Content
The BridgingApps YouTube Channel is an excellent resource for using mobile technology. Visit and subscribe to view virtual tech sessions, app reviews, success stories and how-to videos. We have recently added new content and have even more videos coming soon.…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Bookshare Reader
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Bookshare Reader is a simple app for accessing books from the www.bookshare.org website and service. Bookshare is a library for people with qualifying print disabilities that make it difficult…
Apps For Deaf Awareness Month
September is National Deaf Awareness Month. The purpose is to increase awareness of deaf issues, people, and culture. BridgingApps has created a list of apps for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Some of the apps were designed for…
Assistive Technology Apps for Diverse Learning Needs App List
Our new Assistive Technology Apps for Diverse Learning Needs App List showcases a variety of apps designed to support individuals with different learning challenges. These apps cater to needs such as time management, writing assistance, note-taking, voice transcription, reading, audiobooks,…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Vroom: Early Learning
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Vroom: Early Learning is a great FREE app to help parents and caregivers of young children facilitate learning during everyday situations. The app offers tips to engage your child in…
Interactive Learning Apps For All | Parenting Special Needs Magazine
The long, lazy (or at least less “scheduled”) days of summer will soon be ending, and it will be time for all of us to turn our attention back to academics. Maybe your child or teen will be transitioning to…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Sentara MyChart
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Sentara MyChart gives users access to their medical records and is an easy route for patient and provider communication. It allows users to securely manage care for themselves and…