As of 2018, 95% of teens have access to a smartphone. This is true for different genders, races, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Can a smartphone or other tech help with transition? Absolutely! TexasYouth2Adult, an online tool to help Texas families…
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Get Ready to….Transition!
Transition Planning – What is THAT? Simply stated, transition is the in-between phase from childhood to adulthood. It is often a time with some anxiety and uncertainty because it follows, perhaps, years of having a daily routine driven by a…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Zello Walkie Talkie 🎙
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Recently updated, Zello Walkie Talkie is a platform for live private and public conversations, described by our team as a ‘CB Radio for your smartphone.’ Though Zello can be…
Freedom From Smoking Program
BridgingApps, a program of Easter Seals Greater Houston was awarded a grant from CVS Health Foundation to support tobacco cessation efforts helping key populations—individuals with disabilities, veterans, caregivers, and persons with behavioral health and substance abuse/recovery concerns– quit smoking for…
#InclusiveDisability #TwitterChat August 15th at 7pm EST
Join Easter Seals Thrive August 15th at 7pm EST for a Twitter chat on inclusivity in the disability community! Follow the #InclusiveDisability tag to follow along. Identity is important – it defines who we are, and influences how we navigate…
Disaster Preparedness Using Smartphone Apps & Features Part 4
Filmed live in BridgingApps AT&T Assistive Touch Lab in Houston, Texas, Jana shares some great tips and tricks for disaster preparedness using smartphone apps and features. Preparing for emergencies and extreme weather events can be overwhelming for individuals with disabilities…
Disaster Preparedness Using Smartphone Apps & Features Part 2
Filmed live in BridgingApps AT&T Assistive Touch Lab in Houston, Texas, Jana shares some great tips and tricks for disaster preparedness using smartphone apps and features. Preparing for emergencies and extreme weather events can be overwhelming for individuals with disabilities…
Follow BridgingApps on Pinterest
BridgingApps loves Pinterest and we are having a lot of fun liking and pinning mobile technology for all learners. Join us on Pinterest. The newest app reviews, news, mobile technology accessories, how to videos and more. This is another wonderful…
M-Enabling Summit 2018
BridgingApps is a proud supporter of the 2018Â M-Enabling Summit! The M-Enabling Summit Conference and Showcase is dedicated to promoting accessible and assistive technology for senior citizens and users of all abilities. It is an annual meeting place for all who…
Walk With Me 2018
Join our mission to help children and adults with disabilities use mobile devices to communicate, exceed educational goals, and reach their fullest potential by participating in the 2018 Easter Seals Greater Houston Walk With Me 5K event. Walk With Me…