by Timi | May 26, 2024 | Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Communication Barriers, Hearing Disabilities, Physical Disabilities
With a slew of updates, Google is looking to make it easier for people with disabilities to interact with the world around them. The technology giant said recently that Google Maps will offer wheelchair-accessible walking routes. Much like the program already allows...
by Timi | May 25, 2024 | Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Hearing Disabilities
Apple today announced new accessibility features coming later this year, including Eye Tracking, a way for users with physical disabilities to control iPad or iPhone with their eyes. Additionally, Music Haptics will offer a new way for users who are deaf or hard of...
by Timi | Apr 25, 2024 | Accessible Employment, Accommodations, Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities
In today’s diverse and dynamic professional landscape, creating an inclusive work environment is not just a moral imperative but also a strategic advantage. By embracing diversity and making necessary adjustments to accommodate everyone, companies can unlock the...
by Timi | Apr 22, 2024 | Accessible Buildings, Accessible Employment, Accessible Entrances, Accessible Parking, Accessible Recreation, Accessible Retail, Accessible Transportation, Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Physical Barriers, Physical Disabilities
In a world striving for inclusivity, it’s imperative to recognize and address the barriers that prevent individuals with disabilities from fully participating in society. Accessible infrastructure goes beyond physical accommodations; it’s about fostering a...
by Timi | Dec 20, 2023 | Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Hearing Disabilities
Guests at Chicago’s Lyric Opera can now immerse themselves in performances through the SoundShirt’s vibrations. Chicago’s Lyric Opera is aiming to make its performances more accessible via the SoundShirt, a garment that vibrates to match the music. In October, the...
by Timi | Aug 15, 2023 | Assisted Death, Assistive Devices, Chronic Illness, Mental Health Disabilities
Mental health advocates and pro-life activists are expressing concerns over a possible expansion of Canada’s assisted suicide rules that would permit residents to seek fatal medical treatments even if they are not suffering from a fatal affliction. Canada first...