BridgingApps continues to be a vital resource for families, educators, and professionals seeking to use technology to support individuals with disabilities, special needs, older adults and Veterans. This year, the blog has featured success stories, practical advice, and insights into…
Tag: down syndrome
Client Success Story: Growing and Learning with Down Syndrome
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day. Our BridgingApps Digital Learning Specialist, Tara Rocha, shares the story of one client’s journey. We first met Sarah Brhlik at Reese Technical Center (Fort Bend ISD), in an 18+ transition program taught by…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | If I Need Help
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: If I Need Help is a free web-based app (and mobile friendly) that allows family members and caregivers, to create a customized wearable QR code linked to an individual…
World Down Syndrome Day | Sharing Vincent
Written By Cristen ReatTo honor World Down Syndrome Day, Cristen is sharing the story of her son Vincent. Since my son Vincent turned 15, I have been obsessed with labels. Though he was born with Down syndrome, on a day…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. BridgingApps has updated some of our favorite apps for people with Down syndrome. You can also use our app search tool to search and filter apps for specific needs, ages and more. Click the…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Goally Adults
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Goally Adults accompanies the Goally device in programming routines, rewards and behaviors that help children stay on task and learn independence. Goally is a suite of therapeutic apps designed…
BridgingApps Recently Updated App | Special Words Pro
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Recently updated, Special Words Pro is a tried and tested app that transforms the lives of children with learning disabilities and additional needs. This app has 6 different activities…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Special Spelling
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Special Spelling will help children to become confident at spelling with a range of activities to teach spelling patterns, letter sounds, understanding vowels and much more. The app has 6…
World Down Syndrome Day | William’s Success Story Continues – an Update From His Mom
Written by Beverley Dean MBE, William’s Mom We first wrote about William when he was 6 in 2012 shortly after we founded Special iApps and then updated his story in 2014. William will be 15 later this year. It’s a…
Ellie’s Success Story | World Down Syndrome Day
Written by Lisa Brodie My daughter Ellie is a vibrant, young lady who was blessed to be born with Down Syndrome. She is full of life and puts her all in to everything she does! I remember thinking, when she…