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HEALTH AND WELLBEING - COMPUTERS & ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
ORGANISATIONS PRODUCTS SOCIAL MEDIA
| Assistive Technology for people with a disability who find operating a computer difficult, maybe even impossible. This web site will direct you to adaptive equipment and alternative methods available for accessing computers |
| In Australia one of the leading organisations that assists people with a disability to access a computer is ABILITY TECHNOLOGY. Ability has assisted hundreds of people to gain access to a computer and to transform their lives as a result. This website contains information that introduces you - whether you are a person with a disability, a family member, a therapist, a teacher, or a government worker - to the exciting world of computer technology for people with special needs.
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| AbilityNet helps disabled adults and children use computers and the internet gives information on adaptive technology to enable disabled people to use computers in the workplace.
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| ABLEDATA provides objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources. |
| Since 1985 Apple has been committed to helping people with disabilities access their personal computer. Apple’s commitment to accessibility is evident throughout the Mac OS X operating system which is by design, easy to use, but also includes a wide variety of features and technologies specifically designed to provide accessibility to users with disabilities. Apple refers to these features collectively as Universal Access and has integrated them right into the operating system so they can be used in conjunction with a variety of applications from Apple and other developers. |
| We provide access to assistive technology that gives people with disabilities access to computers; provide art programs to provide access to artistic expression; and offer ongoing consultation and support to assist people with disabilities in maintaining and enhancing access. |
| Independent Living Centres are information resource centres which are located in every state and in ACT. Each centre displays a comprehensive range of products and equipment to assist with daily living activities. Everybody is welcome to use the ILC services, including people with disabilities, older people, their carers, parents, advocates and other service providers, health professionals, architects, builders, suppliers, manufacturers and students. You can try out products and equipment and select those most suitable prior to purchase. |
| The Mission of Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through technology.
The Infinitec staff helps people with disabilities find and get access to information, technology services, training, assistive equipment and specialists by creating partnerships that maximize resources.
Assistive technology is any type of device that accomplishes a task for someone who cannot achieve it naturally. Examples include synthetic voice for speech, reading programs for those with learning disabilities or blindness, or a wheelchair for one who cannot walk on their own.
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| Media Access Australia is a not-for-profit, public benevolent institution and Australia's primary media access organisation. Our role is to provide information about media access and to develop and apply technological solutions to media access issues. This includes, but is not limited to, captioning and audio description. |
| Discover accessibility settings that are already on your PC, and make your computer more comfortable, and easier to see, hear, and use. Learn about accessibility features and settings in Microsoft products and specialty assistive technology products. |
| Alleviating a disability often demands novel solutions matched to the precise needs of the individual. Remap is a registered charity with Panels (groups) of volunteers across the UK. The equipment Remap supplies is provided free of charge to the client. |
| TADNSW is a charity organisation that has the authority to fundraise. TAD uses volunteers dedicated to make and supply custom-designed aids, where commercial equipment is not suitable, utilising the skills of volunteers and our health care and engineering professionals.
They also provide information on aids and technology to people with disabilities, rehabilitation, health, engineering and other professionals, government, and the community.
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| The TADWA Computer Loan Service was established to allow our clients, their carers, and support organizations to access affordable second hand refurbished computers. With the use of a computer our clients are better able to communicate, improve their knowledge through study and search facilities, seek employment, and entertain themselves through use of the Internet.
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| WATA promotes the use of assistive technology devices (AT) and services for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, employers, teachers, and health care and social service providers in Washington State.
WATA promotes the use of assistive technology devices and services for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, employers, teachers, and health care and social service providers in Washington State. WATA activities include information and referral, legal advocacy, policy development and legislation, and electronic information and networking.
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| Adaptivation is a manufacturer of specialized switches and digital voice output devices for persons with disabilities.
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| 'Infinitec' is a joint effort of the United Cerebral Palsy Associations of Greater Chicago and Washington D.C.
The Mission is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through technology. The Infinitec Web site features information about hundreds of devices that help persons with disabilities lead fulfilling lives. We've created this feature about visual adaptive art to celebrate the artist in each of us.
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| Word of Mouth Technology has been providing solutions for people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing for over 15 years. Listening to TV, Using a mobile phone with hearing aids, hearing the doorbell, smoke alarm or baby crying. If you can think of a situation that is causing you frustration chances are we have the answer.
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| Brain-computer interface enables people with paralysis to control tablet devices |
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