assistive technology Archives - Access & Mobility Professional

Full potential of assistive tech not being met, claims report on social care

Technology by Joe Peskett on July 16, 2019

New report is 'timely contribution' to the government's industrial strategy which professionals claim has so far ignored the disability sector

Amazon and NHS launch new assistive technology initiative

Solutions Technology by Joe Peskett on July 10, 2019

Collaboration designed to support independent living and is part of NHS strategy to enlist assistive tech companies to help ease pressure on its services

Texthelp promotes ‘exam mode’ feature on its assistive technology software

Technology by Patrick Cremona on July 5, 2019

The company, which creates literacy, accessibility and dyslexia software, says the tool is designed to level the playing field for students taking exams

Magnificent seven: Nifty assistive tech inventions unveiled by Remap

Equipment by Joe Peskett on July 3, 2019

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A handful of clever solutions designed to help individuals live easier, more independent lives are awarded by adaptations charity

Leonard Cheshire highlights role of disability tech at UN summit

Technology by Joe Peskett on June 14, 2019

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Leading disability charity pushes for better opportunities for disabled people in the workplace at UN conference this week

Paralympic swimmer leads discussion on assistive technology in schools

Equipment People Projects Research by Patrick Cremona on June 11, 2019

Baron Chris Holmes chaired the first meeting of the EdTech Leadership group last week

NRS Healthcare contracted to supply assistive tech service in Yorkshire

Contracts & tenders by Joe Peskett on May 10, 2019

Independent living solutions like monitoring devices will be supplied, installed and maintained by NRS after reaching deal with North Yorkshire council