BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Navigate to destinations, view destinations remotely, or save addresses–all at no charge. Apple Maps offers a variety of practical features in one spot. From voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation for driving,…
Definition of an intimidating situation: needing to convince someone in authority that “the way things are done” is the wrong approach. It’s a situation all too familiar to many parents whose children have disabilities: Whatever your gut reaction may say,…
As noted in our recent articles “Let’s Appreciate AI” and “VestLife: The Latest News,” the newest generation of artificial intelligence promises to be a major factor in improving assistive technology. AI can “teach” devices and apps to: AI-Based and AI-Enhanced…
Among worker qualities valued at all levels and across all industries, one consistent top ranker is interactive or soft skills—such as networking, person-to-person communication, and teamwork. Hiring managers look for outgoing and empathetic candidates; supervisors and coworkers like sharing their…
Disclosure: This post is entirely human-written, with the help of word-processing software, online search engines, and digital exchanges with fellow humans. Once upon a time, artificial intelligence (AI) was the stuff of apocalyptic science fiction, usually featuring anthropomorphic robots in…
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Calendar is the traditional “Mark your calendar” approach, only with much more writing space and much neater ways to erase or transfer reminders. Create as many tasks as you…
Theme parks aren’t just for the neurotypical and able-bodied. Meet Morgan’s Wonderland, aka “The First Theme Park Where EVERYONE Can Play” and “The One and Only Ultra-Accessible™ Theme Park.” Created by Gordon Hartman and named for his special-needs daughter, Morgan’s…
This article is a follow-up to “VestLife: An Organization Solution for Families,” published last May. The text below is adapted from comments contributed by Michael Pearce, VestLife Founder and CEO. The Vest system was created to help parents “save time,…
Even in today’s high-tech global economy, the American rural community lives on. You can still leave Houston (population fast approaching 2.5 million) after lunch; drive west; make a turn to the north; and reach Leakey, TX (population under 500) before…
Easter Seals Greater Houston (ESGH) offers year-round group activities for kids of all ages. In today’s post, ESGH Camp Coordinator Ross McCann shares his observations (with a nod to our own Daryn Ofczarzak, whose many ESGH duties include Speech Language…
