Assistive Technology

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Tech the Halls and Transform Screen Time to Sharing Time

Embrace tech gifting this holiday season! Discover how music apps transform screen time into joyful family moments, fostering connection through shared experiences and animated sing-alongs tailored for all ages. Perfect for navigating mindful tech use during the festive gathering – because technology can be a tool for inclusion, engagement, creativity, and making unforgettable memories together.

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Gifts of Joy That Bring Us Closer

Gifts That Connect Us Finding gifts that bring families together doesn’t have to be hard. A board game night or building a birdhouse as a group creates lasting memories while teaching teamwork. Choose activities everyone can enjoy and make this holiday extra special!

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Ask Angie ASL + Tips: Back to School

Back to School Essentials for Your Deaf and Hard of Hearing Child Preparing your child’s hearing aids, keeping extra batteries stocked, and having secure cases can make all the difference. Routines like alarms and device management are key—check out ADCOhearing.com and Harris Communication for supplies, plus ASLized.org, deafchildren.org, and Hands and Voices for supportive resources.

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Technology for Life

Nathan’s journey with apps like My PlayHome transforms storytelling into a dynamic learning adventure that boosts both creativity and language skills. Combining technology with guided practice in interactive play builds vital communication foundations for children on the autism spectrum.

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Holiday Cheer and Technology for the New Year

Holiday technology gifts for kids can be magical, yet daunting! A smaller tablet fits little hands perfectly and offers many educational apps. Consider the iPad mini 5’s simplicity and expansive app market, or opt for Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Tablet’s great price as an e-reader companion.

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ASK Angie ASL – Classroom Tips

Unlock the power of visual storytelling with deaf children! Dive into engaging techniques that inspire curious minds. Discover tips and tools to create meaningful connections through sight, sound, and sign. Perfect for parents, teachers, and anyone passionate about inclusive learning Click now to transform your approach!

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Upright in the Upsee: Oh, the Places We’ll Go!

Debby Einatan turned her son Rotem’s struggles into an invention that changed lives: the Upsee harness. What started as frustration with limited mobility options for kids like Rotem, paralyzed by cerebral palsy, became a product born out of necessity and love.

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Tools for Career Exploration

Discover powerful ways to guide your child’s career exploration with free tools from O*NET that uncover hidden potentials and align passions with future opportunities.

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Is Your Family Ready for Fun in the Water this Summer?

Prepare kids with disabilities for pool safety: Watch the video together before heading to the water this summer, creating custom reminders if needed. Remember, even life jackets aren’t foolproof against wandering or accidents – combine them with vigilant supervision and barriers for comprehensive protection. #WaterSafetyForDisabledKids #DisableChildrenPoolSafety

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IEP Tools at Your Fingertips

Transform your next IEP meeting from daunting to dream team with these easy-to-use voice recorder apps designed specifically for parents navigating special education. Voice Recorder HD (Free!) lets you capture every word of the IEP process, offering long recording time and sharing capabilities—perfect for tracking accommodations or doctor’s suggestions between meetings.

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