Helping people navigate independently Navigating successfully in the community is critical to living independently, but people with intellectual disabilities can face unique challenges. UCEDDs have provided assistive technology solutions through their …
… the opportunities they have today. Renita is proud of her independence and her advocacy for herself and others. … …
Stacy Ellingen Stacy Ellingen is a business owner, graphic designer, and disability advocate. She manages the Self-Determination Network, an online community for people with disabilities. Stacy is an active member of many communities and has had …
Bernard Baker Bernard Baker is president of Self Advocates Becoming Empowered (SABE), a national disability rights organization. Bernard remembers what his life was like before the ADA. Since the law was passed, he has gained more freedom — freedom to …
… are rapidly expanding opportunities for inclusion and independence. Health Care People with disabilities often …
… NCD released a report in February 1986 titled “ Toward Independence: An Assessment of Federal Laws and Programs …
For Blind and Low Vision Musicians Musicians with low vision have long used large-print sheet music or hands-free monoculars to read, write, and play music. Advances in technology are now creating high-tech solutions that make it easier than ever for …
Improving Indoor Navigation GPS navigation has made it easier for people who are blind or visually impaired to walk around and ride buses without visual cues such as street signs or landmarks. However, GPS technology doesn’t work as well in indoor spaces …
Electronic Health Records People with disabilities often work with a variety of medical and community providers. In the best-case scenario, these providers work together as a team — with each member building on the expertise of the others to create a …
Apps for people who are blind or who have low vision There are countless apps — many of which are free — available to help people who are blind or who have low vision. Some are single-purpose — for example, apps that magnify and illuminate text and …
