March 2010 - Fred's Head - The Network of Care

What It Means for an Artist to be Blind?

By Michael M. Michaelson Only those that are blind can truly grasp or understand what it means to be partially sighted or totally blind. Even among those that live with physical limitations, and have vision problems, there is a different view among them...

Published Wed, Mar 17 2010 4:31 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Advocacy, Low vision, Interaction, Blindness, Newly blind, Crafts, Art, Role Models, Carpentry, Needlework

Disability News Radio

The "Disability News and Views" radio show discusses the needs of people with disabilities. The show was founded by Monica Moshenko and has been described by many as educational, inspirational and entertaining. It can be heard Sunday's 5...

Published Wed, Mar 17 2010 1:24 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Employment, Advocacy, Internet, Communication, Audio, Streaming audio, News sources, Audio Information Services, Radio, School-to-work, Job searching

Count a Dose

The Prodigy Count-A-Dose product will be ready for release early April 2010 and will allow a blind or vision impaired person with diabetes to fill an insulin syringe independently without assistance. Insulin therapy will cost a lot less with Count-A-Dose...

Published Wed, Mar 17 2010 1:01 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Speech products, Electronics, Assistive devices, Health and beauty, Assistive technology, Blindness organizations, Diabetes

Blind Scientist

Scientific research is not a career most people believe to be suitable for the blind, but such beliefs are changing. Dr. Geerat Vermeij is a nationally recognized marine biologist. He conducts research and teaches students at the doctoral level. Dr. Vermeij...

Published Wed, Mar 17 2010 12:45 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Employment, Braille, Blindness, Newly blind, Role Models

Google Android Phones Can Talk with Spiel

Spiel is an open source screen reader for Google Android mobile phones and netbooks. Spiel is currently under active development, providing a high level of access to most basic Android functionality. On a continuum from no access at all to completely...

Published Tue, Mar 16 2010 5:36 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Speech products, Web sites, Cell phones, Assistive technology, Computer software

State Assistive Technology and Telework Financial Loan Programs

Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Programs and Access to Telework Loan Programs Administered by the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) Alabama Alabama Ability Loans Program Southern Disability Foundation 602 S. Lawrence Street Montgomery...

Published Tue, Mar 16 2010 5:26 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Speech products, Electronics, Web sites, Computer aids, Assistive devices, Assistive technology, Computer software, Blindness resources, Disability resources, Social services, Computers

Leaders and Legends: Arnall Patz, MD

Arnall Patz, MD Inducted 2006 Hall of Fame for Leaders and Legends of the Blindness Field In Memoriam Dr. Arnall Patz June 14, 1920 - March 11, 2010 Obituary, Baltimore Sun Obituary, New York Times Obituary, Washington Post Dr. Arnall Patz (1920-2010...

Published Tue, Mar 16 2010 4:26 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Advocacy, Education, Health and beauty, Blindness, Eye research, Infants, Role Models, Blindness prevention, Hall of fame, History

Sculptures Help Teach Math

In what could be a boon for kids with visual disabilities, researchers at the University of Illinois are creating innovative teaching tools that are expected to help the children learn mathematics more easily - and perhaps multiply their career opportunities...

Published Tue, Mar 16 2010 1:41 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Educational aids, Teaching aids, Special education, Tactile aids, Mathematics

TheBathroomDiaries: Search the globe for a clean bathroom

Created in February 2000, The Bathroom Diaries rates 12000+ public bathrooms in more than 100 countries, providing a wealth of information to both travelers and urban dwellers. The largest enterprise of its kind in the world, The Bathroom Diaries has...

Published Tue, Mar 16 2010 12:50 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Parents, Safety, Web sites, Disability resources, Travel, ADA

Bathroom Humor

By Gayle Yarnall written in France around May 13, 2001 I am totally convinced that the absolute worst time to be blind is when you need to use a public restroom and you are traveling alone or with a man who can only bring you as far as the door and possibly...

Published Tue, Mar 16 2010 12:49 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Tutorials, Accessibility, Safety, Family life, Travel, Orientation and mobility, ADA

The Blind and Power Tools

The following was taken from a post on the 62nd Street Blog titled Blind guy with power tools and has been posted here for your convenience. Yes, people who are blind and visually impaired do use power tools and are quite skilled with them too. "Some...

Published Mon, Mar 15 2010 9:57 PM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Low vision, Household hints, Home maintenance, Accommodations, Crafts, Interior decorating, Carpentry

Action Figure Times and The Toy Encyclopedia

Action Figure Times I found a site that is great for parents and kids, and is easy to use for the blind or visually impaired. The site talks about action figures, and you can get good descriptions of their appearance, and much more. Let's look at...

Published Mon, Mar 15 2010 6:11 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Children, Parents, Accessible media, Toys, Web sites, Recreational reading, Teenagers, Databases

Video to Provide Guide Runner Basics

U.S. Paralympics, in conjunction with U.S. Association of Blind Athletes, has created the video resource Basics of Guide Running for Track & Field and Trail . This is a user-friendly video for runners interested in becoming guides for visually-impaired...

Published Fri, Mar 12 2010 1:46 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Educational aids, Teaching, Teaching aids, APH products, Health and beauty, Movies, Exercise, Sports

The First Game Show Ever Done in Podcast Format

I've mentioned before that I love game shows! I am the guy who watches the Game Show Network all the time. I like the classic shows better than all these new drama-based programs, but I'm open minded to new things and a game show through podcasting...

Published Thu, Mar 11 2010 10:22 PM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Web sites, Audio, MP3, Streaming audio, Podcast, Free stuff, Recreation, Games, Entertainment

Accessible Audio Editing Software for Windows

Studio Recorder Originally created by APH to serve as an internal tool for creating direct-to-digital audio recordings, Studio Recorder PC software contains many features that make recording, editing, and proofreading audio books easy. It is a powerful...

Published Thu, Mar 11 2010 3:11 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: APH products, Audio, MP3, Computer software, Free stuff, Audio recording, Windows, Note-taking

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