Indiana Disability Resources on Facebook

12 May 2010 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

A number of Indiana organizations and interest groups are on Facebook. They include: Center for Aging and Community: http://ko-kr.facebook.com/pages/Center-on-Aging-Community-Indiana-University/107042329334011 IIDC: …

Palestinian Girls Invent Walking Cane for the Blind

30 Apr 2010 | Newsworthy Items | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

Palestinian Girls Could Be 'Einsteins of Tomorrow' Teen Inventors Know the Way to San Jose After Designing Walking Cane for the Blind Three teenage Palestinian girls from Nablus are on the verge of scientific stardom, inspired by a desire to help blind people in their West Bank hometown. They have …

Teaching social communication to children with autism: A manual for parents.

16 Apr 2010 | Library | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

This manual helps parents master proven techniques for teaching social-communication skills to young children with autism. The authors clearly describe the skills-building techniques and show how to integrate them into everyday family routines and activities. Designed for use as part of a …

Dyslexia-friendly further & higher education

16 Apr 2010 | Library | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

Written by authors with extensive experience of working with students with dyslexia, this book provides clear guidance and practical strategies for dyslexia-friendly practice for those working with young people aged 14 to 19 and adults in education or work-based training. Looking at how dyslexia …

Visitability: Accessible Home Movement

16 Apr 2010 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

Visitability: New housing construction has yet to catch up with 21st century lifestyles, where more people want to stay in their homes as they age, young parents juggle strollers and groceries and people of all ages live with various disabilities. Visitability, a nationwide movement, asks people …

Full Page Braille Display

16 Apr 2010 | Research | Contributor(s): William R Powell

For Immediate Release Matt Shipman 919.515.6386 Dr. Peichun Yang 919.513.1976 Release Date: 03.29.2010 Imagine if your computer only allowed you to see one line at a time, no matter what you were doing – reading e-mail, looking at a Web site, doing research. That’s the challenge facing blind …

Hearing Introduction

09 Apr 2010 | Online Presentations | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

This brief narrated presentation introduces hearing disabilities including both hearing impairment and deafness. It reviews the major assistive technologies used, and introduces some services and organizations that are helpful for those with hearing disabilities.

Elderburbia: Aging with a sense of place in America

09 Apr 2010 | Library | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

With the first of the Baby Boom generation reaching the milestone of mid-life, the number of Americans in or nearing retirement age is both unprecedented and expanding. With so much emphasis on retirees maintaining good health and active lifestyles, it is also important to think about where they …

The Hoosier orientation handbook on supported employment

09 Apr 2010 | Library | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

HOOSIER ORIENTATION HANDBOOK SECOND EDITION: The Institute Center for Community Living and Careers is pleased to announce the completion of The Hoosier Orientation Handbook on Supported Employment, Second Edition. Co-produced by the Center and The Supported Employment Consultation and Training …

DVD: When Did I Get Old?

09 Apr 2010 | Library | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

The program was presented by WFYI public television in Indianapolis. The documentary explores how Americans today are not only living longer, but are seeking richer, more meaningful experiences in their golden years as Baby Boomers redefine the concept of retirement. In researching this …

Software Company Only Hires People who Have Autism

09 Apr 2010 | Newsworthy Items | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

At first glance, Specilisterne looks just like any other thriving software company. However, these colleagues had to meet a certain job requirement in order to get hired -- they must have autism. Link to Article

Morgan's Wonderland, First Large Theme Park for Those With Special Needs

09 Apr 2010 | Newsworthy Items | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

Morgan's Wonderland, a 25-acre oasis of fun for children and adults with special needs in San Antonio, Texas, opened April 10, 2010. Link to the theme park: http://morganswonderland.com/index.html http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/morgans-wonderland-theme-park-special/story?id=10321763

IndyGo Open Door Transportation Service

01 Feb 2010 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Steve Shade

Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation, or IndyGo, Fixed Route and Flexible Services operates in every township of Marion County (excluding the City of Lawrence where limited Closed Door service is provided). Open Door, IndyGo’s reservation-based paratransit service, serves the needs of …

Assessing Assistive Technology Resources on Campus:Questions to Ask

28 Jan 2010 | Downloads | Contributor(s): Cody J Mullen

This is a short questionnaire for students to ask potential college choices on their assistive technology offerings. These questions will assist the student in deciding what college will better fill their need. It was written by Dean Brusnighan of Purdue's Information Technology department.

Assistive Technology Partners University of Colorado-Denver

28 Jan 2010 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Cody J Mullen

The mission of this center is "for persons with cognitive, sensory, and/or physical disabilities to reach their highest potential at home, school, work and play through the addition of appropriate assistive technologies to their lives." Their website is Assistive Technology Partners University of …

Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana sports program

28 Jan 2010 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana sports program The Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana Sports Program (RHISP) serves hundreds of people who participate in an array of recreational and competitive activities. Our sports programs are always evolving with new sports and activities each year. RHIN …

AbleLink Technologies - Software Solutions providing access to mainstream technology

12 Jan 2010 | Products | Contributor(s): Rich Herold

AbleLink Technologies specializes in person-centered technology by providing access for those who struggle with memory, organization and sequencing, to everyday technologies like computers, the internet/email, PDA’s and cellphones. www.ablelinktech.com

Indiana Alliance for Full Participation State Team

17 Dec 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Pamela Morris

The Indiana Alliance for Full Participation State Team is a coalition of key stakeholders in the developmental disabilities community in Indiana committed to increasing employment for people with disabilities. Indiana's Alliance for Full Participation State Team includes the voices of Hoosiers …

All Users: Return to Work - Brain Injury Association of New Jersey Vocational Project

16 Dec 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Elena Gillespie

Webpage: Return to Work - Brain Injury Association of New Jersey Vocational Project

BlueSky Designs

19 Nov 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Daniel Haas

BlueSky Designs applies ergonomics and universal design to develop products that address the needs of people with and without disabilities -- at work, at play, and at home. The resulting products make activities easier for and more accessible to everyone. BlueSky Designs Mount'n Mover Products Page

The Arc of Indiana

19 Nov 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Daniel Haas

The Arc of Indiana is an advocacy association for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. The work of the Arc is to Empower families with information and resources to assist them in their journey of raising a child with a disability to lead a full and meaningful life. …

University of Illinois at Chicago Assistive Technology Unit

12 Nov 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Daniel Haas

The UIC ATU provides assesment, implementation, and follow-up assistive technology services. The UIC ATU can easily add to your AT Team when needed. Services offered in: Adaptive Equipment Alternative and Augmentative Communication Computer Access Environmental Control Mobility and Specialized …

Assistive Technology Certificate Program

12 Nov 2009 | Professional Training | Contributor(s): Daniel Haas

The University of Illinois at Chicago's Department of Disability and Human Development offers a four-course, graduate-level certificate program in Assistive Technology. The certificate program trains professional to deliver state of the art Assistive Technology clinical services. This program is …

Rethink Autism

12 Nov 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Daniel Haas

Rethink Autism is an effective and easy-to-use, Apllied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-based online service that puts you in control of your child's treatment. RethinkAutism

Pass It on Center

10 Nov 2009 | Services and Organizations | Contributor(s): Daniel Haas

Pass It on Center is a national assistive technology device reutilization coordination and technical assistance center. Their mission is to "foster improvements in AT reuse practices and network among AT Reuse programs by: Creating a national network to help current and emerging reuse programs …