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Rene Pellerin, seen at home in Waterbury Center on Friday, June 21, is DeafBlind and has been using a pilot program that provides the assistance of a sighted guide who uses tactile American Sign Language. Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger

Vermonters With Hearing And Vision Loss Fear End Of A Pilot Program

haileyreed5890July 22, 2024July 25, 2024

The program helps Vermonters with hearing and vision loss run errands, attend events and socialize. But grant funding is slated…

A judge in a black robe is seated at a wooden desk, holding a gavel in one hand and striking it on a wooden sound block. In the foreground, there is a set of golden scales of justice, and beside it are several large, thick books with red covers, symbolizing law and legal texts. The judge is focused on documents on the desk, indicating they are in the process of delivering a verdict or making a legal decision. The background is plain and dark, keeping the focus on the judicial elements and the judge.

NH Advocates Push To End Use Of ‘Special’ When Talking About Disability

haileyreed5890July 15, 2024July 18, 2024

Disability rights groups in New Hampshire are pushing to end use of the word “special” when talking about people with…

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Supreme Court Rulings Challenge Disability Rights: A Call to Action from Access Ready, Inc.

Access Ready, Inc.July 2, 2024

Author: Douglas George Towne Title: Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Access Ready, Inc. and Access Ready Strategic Social Purpose Corporation….

The image shows a close-up of a washing machine control panel being adjusted by a person's hand. The panel features various settings, including "Normal," "Quick Wash," "Whites," "Casuals," "Activewear," and "Drain & Spin." Above these settings, there are indicators for different stages of the washing process, such as "Fill," "Soak," "Wash," "Rinse," and "Spin." To the right, there is a temperature control knob with options like "Cold Plus," "Cold," and "Cool." The hand is turning the temperature knob. Additionally, there is a large "Start" button at the top center, which includes braille labels above it. The panel is predominantly white with silver and black accents, and the overall design is sleek and modern.

GE Appliances Improves Access For Visually Impaired Consumers

haileyreed5890June 3, 2024June 7, 2024

For quite some time now, people with vision loss have gained increasing audible access to digital displays and touch screens…

The image shows a flight of concrete stairs viewed from the bottom, leading up to a landing. At the top of the stairs, there is a man in a wheelchair, slightly out of focus. The man appears to be looking down the stairs, highlighting a significant accessibility challenge, as there is no ramp or other accessible means for the wheelchair user to descend the stairs. The railings on either side of the stairs further emphasize the inaccessibility of the scene for the person in the wheelchair.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley Pushes For More Access To Diagnostic Equipment For Disabled People

haileyreed5890May 21, 2024May 21, 2024

Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) is calling for advancements to efforts to improve health care access for disabled people in the…

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HIMS Unveils Braille eMotion: A Revolution in Braille Technology

haileyreed5890May 16, 2024May 19, 2024

HIMS introduces the Braille eMotion, a cutting-edge 40-cell refreshable braille display, designed to enhance connectivity and user experience with its…

Meet Glide. Your New Walking Companion.

haileyreed5890May 13, 2024May 14, 2024

Glide is the world’s first self-guided primary mobility aid designed to further your independence and help you live life to the fullest….

Mary's Braille International Project Coordinator Frank Taylor demonstrates how to use the NaviLens mobile app at The History Museum on the Square on Friday, March 8, 2024. The museum is working to implement NaviLens signage throughout the first floor.

Project Aims To Make Springfield Museum More Accessible To People With Visual Impairments

haileyreed5890April 17, 2024May 10, 2024

Charlotte McCoy thought that the History Museum on the Square was pretty accessible for everyone: There are videos with captions….

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Start using ChatGPT instantly

haileyreed5890April 10, 2024May 10, 2024

OpenAI has introduced a new feature allowing people to use ChatGPT instantly without the need for signing up. This change…

Apple Running ‘Technology Investigation’ Ahead Of Potential Smart Glasses Launch

haileyreed5890March 7, 2024March 28, 2024

The Vision Pro launch might have received something of a mixed reception, but Apple has no intention of slowing its assault on…