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The role of OT in advocacy and research includes promoting self-advocacy which will increase independence in many occupations such as health management, communication, and social and emotional health promotion. This also includes advocating for OT services in new settings, AT usage and funding for OT clients, and the need for support for these services from governmental agencies.

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Language is an important part of self advocacy, this is an ASL interpretation service for this communication.

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The role of OT within work and industry is to support and introduce methods of increasing or maintaining effective engagement in occupations related to the work demands. This includes interventions such as ergonomics, augmentative and alternative communication devices, and software which reduces cognitive strain on the worker.

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The AVA app live transcribes conversations which are taking place for those who are deaf of hard of hearing.

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How to use Ava? The accessibility mobile app for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.

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This corrects grammar and proof reads documents to ensure legibility.

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Generative AI assistance for any writing challenge Try It for Free ⟶

Instantly generate clear, compelling writing while maintaining your unique voice.

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Works Where You Do

Get suggestions from Grammarly while you write in desktop applications and sites across the web-as you move between apps, social media, documents, messages, and emails.

Beyond Grammar and Spelling

From grammar and spelling to style and tone, Grammarly's suggestions are comprehensive, helping you communicate effectively and as you intend.

Everyone Can Write With Confidence

"Grammarly allows me to get those communications out and feel confident that I'm putting my best foot forward. Grammarly is like a little superpower, especially when I need to be at 110%."

Co-founder of Venture Out

Brilliant Writing Awaits

Discover the power of confident communication with Grammarly Free.

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This is an alternative typing device created for those without UE function.

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This converts voice to text to ensure all individuals can type needed information.

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Voice to text is a simple continuous speech recognition app

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Screen Readers convert the screen to verbal information. This ensures that individuals who have visual impairments or other related diagnoses can overcome this barrier.

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Standing Desks and Adjustable Sit-Stand Desks can be used to promote alternative positioning for many individuals. An example of this includes those with circulatory difficulty who can not sit for extended periods.

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What color StandDesk frame would you like? Black is strong, modern, and goes with everything. White is clean, light, and airy. Or go with Grey for a cool, contemporary looking standing desk.

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Standing Desks & Adjustable Sit-Stand Desks - StandDesk.Co

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Ergonomically sound seating is an important part of the workspace to reduce the likelihood of cumulative trauma from sitting misaligned.

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Alternative mouse options can increase accessibility when using technology.

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Universal cuff designs for keyboards can be used to type for individuals who have difficulty with finger flexion and extension.

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Ergonomic keyboards can be used to reduce strain when typing at desks.

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The role of OT within rehabilitation and disability is promoting, maintaining, and regaining function to engage in meaningful and needed occupations. This can be achieved through the use of AT, assisting with the activities of daily life (ADLs). These technologies can include devices for positioning and movement and much more.

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Electric Wheelchairs can be utilized by this population for freedom and occupation participation.

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Electric Wheelchairs USA - Best Electric Wheelchair Online Retailer

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Order your electric wheelchair or mobility scooter from Electric Wheelchairs USA. We offer free shipping, insurance, and you pay NO SALES TAX on our products. (MD excluded). Receive free gifts with every purchase. Order Now!

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Doorbells with light attachments can ensure that these are useful for those who have hearing impairments.

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Matching Code Dual Flashing Wireless Doorbell System For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing

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Automatic Electronic Book Page Turners can be utilized to ensure books are accessible with one or no UE use.

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More Information

The Automatic Page Turner guarantees 100% reliability in turning one page at a time.

This product can be used on a piano, music stand, kitchen counter, exercise equipment, or bed to read documents or sheet music hands-free. Pages can be turned in forward or reverse directions by tapping a wireless pedal, pressing a button on the front panel, or using a sip-n-puff switch (sold separately).

The Automatic Page Turner is covered by a 90-day warranty from the manufacturer.

Disability Version: For use with external sip-and-puff, Jellybean pushbutton, and eye switches. Accepts 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo plugs (with auxiliary switch outlet)

Contents: Page turner, wireless pedal, book clamp, support stand, universal AC adapter with US/UK/Europe plugs, carrying case, and user manual.

Note: Both versions can be triggered by the wireless pedal (included).

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Automatic Electronic Book Page Turner Device for the Disabled

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FINALLY! A reasonably priced automatic page turner for musicians and people with diasbilities. the PageFlip½ Lite Automatic Page Turner allow you to keep your hands on your instrument! Let PageFlip½ do the page turning for you. **Free Shipping (plus a handling fee) in the Conti

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Speak to text - Negates the need for visual acuity when using technology.

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Transcribing (decoding) audio / video into text is not too creative, but sometimes an obligatory part of the work. For example, when you are preparing an interview, material on a speaker's speech, or extract abstracts from what you said on the recorder during a walk. No software can completely replace the manual work of transcribing recorded speech. However, there are solutions that can significantly speed up and facilitate the translation of speech into text, that is, to simplify the transcription. Transcription is an automatic or manual translation of speech into text, more precisely, recording an audio or video file in text form.

If you work in digital marketing, you constantly need to interact with text: jotting down ideas, tasks, describing concepts, writing articles, and much more. Sometimes it is easier and faster to dictate the text so as not to forget an important thought or task. The dictaphone is bad for this: the recording will then need to be deciphered and translated into text. And if you leave voice notes often, then it is simply unrealistic to quickly find the information you need or skim through it. Modern speech recognition technologies have come a long way. But they still cannot cope with dictaphone recordings, where there are extraneous noises, the interlocutor is heard quietly or poorly. But they are good at recognizing the voice from the microphone.

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Wheelchair Lifts can ensure that individuals who use wheelchairs can access all levels within homes and buildings.

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Wheelchair Lifts - Handicap Platform Lifts | Commercial and Residential

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Installation and sales of platform wheelchair lifts and wheelchair stair lifts in existing or new structures. Easily move a wheelchair up and down flights.

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Adapted clothing can be used to increase independence within dressing.

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Many individuals with mobility or physical dysfunction benefit from a tub bench. This model moves to make transfers easier.

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Grab bars ensure that individuals can reach items even if they have limited mobility.

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Weighted utensils ensure that individuals who experience tremors and other complications can increase independence in feeding.

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Word prediction technology can facilitate writing and advocate/research for oneself.

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Ramps make it easier for individuals who utilize wheelchairs, canes, and walkers or have difficulty with stairs to access buildings.

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These buttons can be attached to many devices including switches or appliances to ensure accessibility.

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The role of OT within health and wellness is to support engagement throughout life and to better facilitate overall health. This includes health maintenance for needed occupations including sleep and rest, communication, nutrition management, and emotional health.

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The role of OT with children and youth is to support engagement in occupations specific to this population. This includes education, play, leisure, communication, and sensory integration needs. Supporting young developmental milestones is the focus. Including fine and gross motor skills, eating/feeding goals, and learning within and outside of the classroom.

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The role of OT within mental health is to support the engagement in occupations with a focus on wellness and participation in meaningful activity. This is done through coping skills, organizational tools, and technology specific to diagnoses. The hope with these skills is for generalization within one's life.

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The role of OT within productive aging is to support the continuance/maintenance of engagement in occupations throughout the lifespan. This promotes older adults utilizing AT to avoid the loss of occupations related to decreasing cognitive or physical ability. Through the use of memory aids, communication technology, and adapted items loss of occupations can be avoided.

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Language is an important part of advocating for oneself. This provides translation services over the phone for up to 200 different verbal languages.

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Over-the-Phone Interpretation is an ideal solution for On-Demand access to over 200 language interpreters when you need it, at any time, from any phone within seconds, and it's as easy as:

Universal Language Service interpreters are experts in active listening and relaying messages from your client accurately and efficiently. They are trained in Over-the-Phone interpreting techniques, and are carefully screened, tested, and certified by nationally recognized professional organizations.

Universal Language Service interpreters are HIPAA and Joint Commission compliant and bound by a Language Interpreter Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics. This ensures that the information disclosed remains strictly confidential and that interpretation is performed professionally. Additionally, interpreters are covered by professional liability insurance with extended coverage.

We provide support around the clock with Over-the-Phone Interpretation services using the latest technology tailored to your needs and existing equipment settings. The entire Universal Language Service team is dedicated to building a long-lasting business partnership. We strive to offer the most cost-effective rates in the industry while providing quality services, flexibility, and support that your staff and clients can depend on.

To learn more about Over-the-Phone Interpretation, set up an account, or request a free quote, complete the Contact Us form below or call us at 1-888-462-0500.

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Over-the-Phone Interpretation is an ideal solution for On-Demand access to over 200 language interpreters when you need it, at any time, from any phone within seconds, and it's as easy as: Universal Language Service interpreters are experts in active listening and relaying messages from your client accurately and efficiently.

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Text to Speech software can be used to communicate with others which is needed to advocate for oneself.

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How to use the Text to Voice Converter?

This is an online app. So, you need an Internet connection to get access. Also, you have to install any web browser to open it. After arranging these things, open Text to Speech Reader and follow the steps below.

1. Enter Text

2. Choose Speed Level

3. Select Language or Gender

4. Play, Pause, Stop

There are four steps that you need to follow to use this app. Let's discuss each step one by one.

1) Enter Text

When you open the tool, there is a text area block at the top of the page. You can enter or paste your text in this field.

2) Choose Speed Level

The next step is to choose the speed of the voice. You can use the slider to increase or decrease the conversion speech speed. Drag right to speed up and drag left for speed down.

3) Select Language or Gender

There is one dro-down option where you can choose the speech-language. Also, you can change the male or female voice.

4) Play, Pause, Stop

Lastly, you can click on "Play" button to start and listen the conversion. Also, you can "Pause" or "Stop" the conversion process.

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Text to Speech Online. This free reader allows you to convert your text into voice. Also, it is completely free and easy to use.

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Grammarly can be used to accurately and legibly communicate important topics.

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Communicate like a Pro | Win at Work With Grammarly

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Daily calendar apps and task reminders on the go.

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Audiobooks for Kids encourages learning through listening to books. Ensures that children and youth can access books without the required reading level.

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How does Audible work? Find out how to get started with Audible

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OCD oriented app connected to CBT

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How I Use The nOCD App to Treat My OCD | Tutorial | #OCDweek

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App to track and support sobriety goals.

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Grammar/writing software to be used when writing online.

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Generative AI assistance for any writing challenge Try It for Free ⟶

Instantly generate clear, compelling writing while maintaining your unique voice.

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Works Where You Do

Get suggestions from Grammarly while you write in desktop applications and sites across the web-as you move between apps, social media, documents, messages, and emails.

Beyond Grammar and Spelling

From grammar and spelling to style and tone, Grammarly's suggestions are comprehensive, helping you communicate effectively and as you intend.

Everyone Can Write With Confidence

"Grammarly allows me to get those communications out and feel confident that I'm putting my best foot forward. Grammarly is like a little superpower, especially when I need to be at 110%."

Co-founder of Venture Out

Brilliant Writing Awaits

Discover the power of confident communication with Grammarly Free.

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Mood tracking social diary allows for space to express ones emotions and become more in tune with their needs. This is marketed towards those diagnosed with depression and anxiety.

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Moodtrack Social Diary - Apps on Google Play

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Anonymous mood tracker with optional private upgrade

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Sleep tracking apps

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Sleep apps track the duration and quality of our sleep and can provide valuable data. We rounded up the best sleep apps to help you find one that works for you.

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Reminder app made for students and keeping organized.

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Apps that read books out loud can promote literacy for children of all reading abilities.

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Online software for converting websites to bigger text

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Display & share text in a large font directly from your browser. Read phone numbers, passwords, IP addresses, etc from across the room.

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AAC/AAU App which can be used on the go on an ipad or phone.

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Non Verbal Autism- Using a Communication Device

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Speak to text - Negates the need for visual acuity when using technology.

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Transcribing (decoding) audio / video into text is not too creative, but sometimes an obligatory part of the work. For example, when you are preparing an interview, material on a speaker's speech, or extract abstracts from what you said on the recorder during a walk. No software can completely replace the manual work of transcribing recorded speech. However, there are solutions that can significantly speed up and facilitate the translation of speech into text, that is, to simplify the transcription. Transcription is an automatic or manual translation of speech into text, more precisely, recording an audio or video file in text form.

If you work in digital marketing, you constantly need to interact with text: jotting down ideas, tasks, describing concepts, writing articles, and much more. Sometimes it is easier and faster to dictate the text so as not to forget an important thought or task. The dictaphone is bad for this: the recording will then need to be deciphered and translated into text. And if you leave voice notes often, then it is simply unrealistic to quickly find the information you need or skim through it. Modern speech recognition technologies have come a long way. But they still cannot cope with dictaphone recordings, where there are extraneous noises, the interlocutor is heard quietly or poorly. But they are good at recognizing the voice from the microphone.

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This is a talking reminder system. This can be used for task keeping and safety, with the added benefit of verbal instruction.

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Screen reading software for the conversion of visual information into auditory information.

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Getting active promoting app for overall wellness.

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‎Move: Fitness. Live your best life through health and fitness, by tracking your activities, sharing your workouts whilst keeping track of your fitness totals. Share your workouts from Move: Fitness with our elegant share templates. * Add a photo to your workouts * Customise the layout * Share yo...

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Alexa and google home provides smart home capabilities for home management including temperature, lights, time, communication, and internet accessibility.

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Alternative writing utensils for diverse fine motor skills

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Noise machines are a great way to relieve stress, focus on mindfulness, and can be useful when sleeping.

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Breathing and meditation coping skills mental health based apps.

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Adapted seating for swings to ensure that playgrounds are accessible.

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Medication boxes to sort needed medications into daily quantities. Promoting medication management.

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Adapted toys to promote leisure and play.

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Healthy eating promoting app.

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Hey there, we've had an amazing journey striving for the healthiest version of ourselves with you. ▶Our goal is to help you reach your goals!!◀

Eating clean has never been easier. You won't have to worry anymore about what to eat or what not to eat. The Clean Eating Meal Plan does all the work for you.

This plan has helped hundreds of people get on track with eating right, losing weight and feeling 100x healthier. You'll get delicious and healthy recipes planned out for you every day of the week.

We know you're busy (so are we!). We all have life duties: work, school, kids, pets, social life, appointments, etc. So, we know that eating right can be put on the back burner. That's where our meal plans come in. They'll get you and your family on track to eating clean on a regular basis.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack will be planned out for you daily along with a handy shopping list for the week. You can choose to follow the plan "as is", or easily replace any recipes you don't want, for one you do want. There are hundreds of extra recipes in the app to replace with. You can also customize the plan to feed just you or your whole family.

The plan was designed to help with weight loss based on calorie range. But, you can customize the plan by upping or lowering the servings amount if you want to eat more/less calories.

The app has been designed to work great on both the iPhone and the iPad. There is a full free week trial subscription that gives you access to all features and if you decide to continue after the week it's $9.99/month with the option to can cancel anytime.

So make life easier and get the results you want by subscribing to the Clean Eating Meal Plan app today!

All subscriptions are billed and renewed until cancelled - Cancel anytime!

- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable

Privacy Policy & Terms of Use - http://healthyhappysmart.com/privacy-policy/

* improved start screen experience

Thanks for all your feedback, please keep letting us know what you like, don't like & want us to add!

Amazing

This is an amazing app it's super easy and all the recipes are delicious I recommend it

Thank you, I appreciate your feedback. Glad you're finding the app useful!

This is a wonderful APP

I'm loving the APP! We Made a healthy dinner last night and we are going through the APP trying to find something tasty for dinner tonight! I really really love the option to put everything that consists of the meal on the grocery list for you. That made yesterday's healthy meal easier too shop for. Anyways I hope this message finds its way to someone who can see it. Thanks for creating the APP. The team here is amazing! They answer any questions you have and they are some of the sweetest people!
Seriously give this app a try! The meals are so delicious and HEALTHY! To the Clean Meal team, Thank you:) hope you guys have a great and healthy day!!

Thank you Vinylmike - we appreciate your feedback. Glad to hear you love the app!

I hate it

They make me pay just so I can lose weight like I hate when you have to pay it's a waste of money just to love your self again 🤬🤬🤬

Hi Brianna, thank you for your feedback. It's not that we want to cause you distress and upset you by charging you - it's just that we put a lot of work into this app, we also update it weekly with new meal plans. Therefore we can't give it away for free. It's a full time business to create/develop/design/update/market apps. Please understand our reasoning and don't hold it against us. If you need something free, there are lots of resources online for following a healthy clean eating plan that are no charge. We even have a website with free info on it about clean eating: https://HealthyHappySmart.com

The developer, Realized, has not provided details about its privacy practices and handling of data to Apple. For more information, see the developer's privacy policy.

No Details Provided

The developer will be required to provide privacy details when they submit their next app update.

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‎Eating clean has never been easier. You won't have to worry anymore about what to eat or what not to eat. The Clean Eating Meal Plan does all the work for you. This plan has helped hundreds of people get on track with eating right, losing weight and feeling 100x healthier.

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Medication management timer to ensure that you do not take more than your tx. Limits cognitive barriers.

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Self care emotional skills, coping skills, task tracking mental health apps.

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Fidget devices to reduce anxiety.

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Paper calendar for tasks and reminders

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AAC/AAU communication boards for diverse verbal/nonverbal communication needs.

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Breathing app to support health

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Showcased in Healthline's best Meditation Apps for 2020!

iBreathe is a simple yet powerful app to help guide you through deep breathing exercises. Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, insomnia, or are trying to meditate and relax, iBreathe provides an easy-to-use, beautifully designed user interface. Unlike other apps, iBreathe is designed with simplicity in mind and does not contain any bloat or clutter.

Features:
+ Simple & easy to use interface
+ Customizable breathing intervals (inhale, exhale, hold, cycles)
+ Pre-defined presets specifically designed to help with stress and anxiety
+ Customizable reminders to remind you to breathe throughout the day
+ Apple Health integration
+ Quick actions via haptic touch (long press from your home screen) to start your breathing exercises quickly
+ Multiple color themes
+ Learn about the benefits of deep breathing

+ Supports all iOS devices
+ Apple Watch App
+ iMessage app to send breathing exercises to your friends

Please leave a review or contact us through the app if you have any questions or suggestions. Thank you!

* Improved support for devices running iOS15
* Small bug fixes and improvements

Thank you everyone for your support! Several more updates are in development! Stay tuned.

Review

This app has been very beneficial to me leading up to finals week. I downloaded this app to see if it would help me decrease my stress levels during the two week period I spend completing my assignments for the semester, and studying for my final exams. The breathing interval of inhaling for 4 seconds, holding for 5 and exhaling for 6 really helped slow my heart rate down when I began to get stressed out about different assignments. Slowing down the heart rate helps to decrease stress levels because when the heart rate is fast, your oxygen intake is lower, which can actually stress you out more. I also used this app before taking one of my tests, because I tend to get bad testing anxiety. Doing a breathing exercise prior to taking my test calmed me down quite a bit, and now I don't think i'll be able to test without doing it. Since I was calmer during my test, I did better on it than I had on others in the same class. Doing breathing exercises lowers anxiety levels because you can feel you're chest tightening when you're anxious, and taking deep breaths relieves this. Another reason why breathing exercises are beneficial is because without that anxious feeling, I am happier than usual after doing my breathing exercise.

Hi Emily! Thank you so much for your review. I am happy to hear the app has helped with your anxiety and helped get you through finals week. 😊

make available for Apple Watch!!!!

I've used other apps for breathing exercises and relaxation but none of them beat this simple yet colorful app. It's the only app that offer notifications sounds when to inhale and exhale and hold. It's also the only app to set intervals and has true box breathing. Other apps fall short compared to this app.

Please make available for Apple Watch. This would be great if Users dont have to be attached to phones all the time. For those who have Apple Watch series 6 with the updated health specs, with cellular it's no longer necessary to have your phone throughout the day. I have reminders set on the app so I receive notifications on my series 6 but can't activate breathing unless I have my phone. Apple's mindfulness app for apple watch doesn't have box breathing. Please add Apple Watch app soon.

Thank you very much for taking time to leave a review. iBreathe will continue to offer functionality while maintaining simplicity & flexibility.

Happy breathing!

Simply Great

I am an RN and I've known about the virtues of deep breathing for years. It was actually the first form of Complimentary/Alternative Medicines my professor talked about in nursing school. There is tons of clinical evidence out there and any Respiratory Therapist can tell you how important breathing is- that's why they have jobs.

This app has replaced my other deep breathing app. I customized that one after a lot of experimentation over the years, but this one was so easy to set the way I like (and the default settings did a lot of the work, if I'm being honest).

If you know anyone directly/indirectly affected by Covid, please tell them to download this app and try to use it for a few minutes at least once a day to aid in general health and maybe even keep them from ever having to worry about a ventilator.

The developer, Jade Lizard Software LLC, indicated that the app's privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer's privacy policy.

Data Not Linked to You

The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:

Location

Usage Data

Diagnostics

Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More

Information

Seller

Jade Lizard Software LLC

Compatibility

iPhone

Requires iOS 12.0 or later.

iPad

Requires iPadOS 12.0 or later.

iPod touch

Requires iOS 12.0 or later.

Mac

Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip.

Family Sharing

Some in‑app purchases, including subscriptions, may be shareable with your family group when Family Sharing is enabled.

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Large print books

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Types of Assistive Technology (AT)

Assistive technology isn't new. In fact, it has been a part of the human experience for thousands of years. It is believed that eyeglasses were invented in Italy between 1268 and 1289; and, the first recorded use of a wheelchair dates back to 5th Century China.

Assistive technology can range from no and low tech solutions to high tech solutions. For example:

using paint to help with wayfinding ("to get to the elevator follow the blue line on the floor")

homemade grips (wrapping duct tape around a pencil or pipe insulation around a spoon handle)

speech generating devices that can be activated using eye gaze

Assistive technology solutions may be store bought, such as speech recognition software; modified such as placing tennis balls on a walker to make it easier to glide over carpets; and, even custom made such as creating a prosthetic hand using a 3D printer.

Throughout this site, we will use the following ten categories below to group AT solutions. It may not surprise you to learn that AT may fit into more than one category depending upon the person's needs as well as how and where the person uses the AT.

Vision

Products for people who are blind or visually impaired, including AT used for daily living activities, accessing computers, wayfinding, and other needs. Examples include:

magnifiers,

talking devices such as a talking thermostat,

Braille displays,

screen reading software,

text-to-speech systems using Optical Character Recognition (OCR),

large print materials, and

phones with large tactile buttons.

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Check out the resource below.

Hearing

Products for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, including AT used daily living activities, communication, and other needs. Examples include:

personal amplification systems,

wireless TV listening systems,

vibrating alarm clocks,

doorbell with flashing light alert,

portable closed captioning system,

face-to-face dual keyboard communication system,

amplified telephones,

phone with captioning, and

mobile devices with texting or specialized apps.

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Check out the resource below.

Speech communication

Products for people with speech disabilities who need assistance with speaking including face-to-face communication. Examples include:

voice amplification systems,

fluency assistance devices,

artificial larynx,

communication boards,

speech output software,

symbol-making software, and

speech generating devices.

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Check out the resource below.

Learning, cognition, and developmental

Products for people who need assistance with learning, attention, memory, and organization. Examples include:

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Check out the resource below.

Mobility, seating, and positioning

Products for people who need mobility assistance. Examples include:

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Check out the resource below.

Daily Living

Products for people with disabilities and older adults with functional limitations due to aging. These products increase independence when performing activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, eating and other basic home/life activities including shopping and money management. Examples include:

dressing aids such as zipper pulls and button hooks,

long handle shoe horn,

Reacher,

adapted kitchen tools and eating utensils,

walker carrying bag,

wheelchair cup holder,

book stand,

automatic soap dispenser,

vacuum robot, and

switch-adapted appliances.

Environmental Adaptations

Products designed to increase access to homes, businesses, and other buildings by people with disabilities and include systems to open/lock doors, control lighting, temperature and other environmental needs. Examples include:

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Check out the resource below.

Vehicle modification and transportation

Products that promote safe access to transportation and increase independence through vehicle adaptations. Examples include:

Computers and related peripherals

Products that help people with disabilities access and use computers. Examples include:

specialized software such as screen magnification software for people with low vision,

alternative keyboards and input devices, and

voice recognition.

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Here are a few resources to get you started.

Recreation, sports, and leisure

Products that help people with disabilities participate in sports, recreation, and leisure activities. Examples include:

switch adapted toys,

playing card shuffler,

camera mounts, and

adapted sporting equipment.

Want to know more or explore a sampling of products? Here are a few resources to get you started.

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By Dave Edyburn

A key question, often left unstated during assistive technology consideration, is: Who can benefit from assistive technology? Federal law is silent on this issue assuming that the local IEP team is in the best position to decide if a student's needs can be met through technology interventions or other accommodations.

To-date, school districts have failed to implement systemic screening processes to identify students who could benefit from assistive technology. Rather, the current system is predicated on individual advocacy. In practice this means that someone on the IEP team must raise the issue of assistive technology and advocate on behalf of the student. Anecdotal evidence suggests that only 3-5% of students with disabilities have assistive technology written on the IEP. As a result, it is clear that the vast majority of students with disabilities do not have routine access to appropriate assistive technologies.

Since 5% or less of students with disabilities are assistive technology users, this situation suggests a scenario that in order to receive assistive technology devices and services, one may need to have an advocate who challenges the system on their behalf. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of issues associated with advocating for assistive technology. This information should be useful to students for self-advocacy, as well as parents, advocates, teachers, and IEP teams.

Know the Rules: Federal Law Requires the Consideration of Assistive Technology

School staff may not be familiar with the laws and regulations or may not perceive the need for assistive technology. However, assistive technology consideration is not optional. Federal law mandates the provision of assistive technology in the following regards:

* Assistive technology devices and/or services essential for a student to receive Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) shall be made available. [Source: 20 USC 1412(a)(1)]

* Assistive technology shall support a student's participation in learning in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). [Source: 20 USC 1412(a)(5)]

* Each public agency shall ensure that assistive technology devices or assistive technology services, or both., are made available to a child with a disability if required as part of the child's (1) special education, (2) related services, or (3) supplementary aids and services. [Source: 34 CFR 300.308]

Know What to Say

Knowing your legal assistive technology rights is only part of the effort. You must also use this information to educate the IEP team about their roles and responsibilities. The chart below illustrates some ways an advocate can redirect comments that may take the assistive technology consideration process off-track.

Clarify Performance Deficits and the Need for Performance Support Tools

Parents and teachers are well aware of the areas where students struggle. Therefore, define the categories of tools that are needed for an assistive technology toolkit. Some areas you might include: Communication (Oral, Written), Mobility, Visual Access, Auditory Access, Organization, Memory, Reading, Writing, Solving Problems, Note Taking, Test Taking, Homework, and Study Skills.

Focus on Performance - Not Stuff

Finding the appropriate assistive technology can produce a blinding devotion to a specific technology product. However, the key component of the definition of assistive technology is that it enhances performance. As a result, focus on issues of persistent educational failure as evidence that a student is not receiving and benefitting from FAPE. Likewise, emphasize the importance of No Child Left Behind's expectation that all students will achieve grade level standards. Request that assistive technology be provided to close the achievement gap. Don't let the technology blind you to the fact that the purpose of the technology is to enhance performance.

Evidence of a performance problem can be presented anecdotally using stories, using artifacts liked graded papers and report cards, and with quantifiable evidence like the amount of time spent writing a report, number of words generated, number of spelling errors, etc. Struggling students may spend excessive time completing a task with the final result still being unacceptable. To make the case that assistive technology enhances performance, data will be needed that shows performance with and without technology, over time. Use data to tell the story. If possible, graph quantitative data so others can easily understand the trends.

There is little evidence to indicate that all students who could benefit from assistive technology have access to appropriate devices and services. When an IEP team (a) understands the importance and value of assistive technology, (b) has technical resources to evaluate student needs and select appropriate devices, and (c) has administrative support for providing assistive technology support services, the assistive technology outcomes are noteworthy for students and their families. However, when one or more of these critical ingredients are missing, the IEP process can become a battleground regarding the provision of assistive technology. Don't give up. Continue to explore assistive technology possibilities outside of school. Continue to collect evidence. And, continue to advocate.

Advocacy Conversations

Source: Edyburn, D. (2009). Assistive technology advocacy. Special Education Technology Practice, 11(2), 15-17.

Copyright 2009. Reprinted with permission of Knowledge by Design, Inc.

Dave Edyburn is a member of the Board of Directors at The Advocacy Institute

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From computers, phones and copiers, to machinery, hand tools and vehicles - most of us use some form of technology at work to help us complete tasks more easily and efficiently. But, if you have a disability, assistive technology (AT) can help you perform job tasks that you might not otherwise be able to do.

AT can help people with disabilities adapt and transition to different workplace settings and needs. If you'd like to learn more, search the AbleData database by " workplace" to find products that fit your needs. Below are some examples of AT in office and non-office environments.

AT for office settings

Ergonomic keyboards are designed to minimize strain and discomfort in your hands, wrists, shoulders and back. Alternatively, an adapted keyboard can be designed to meet your specific needs, such as a one-handed keyboard if you only have the use of one hand.

Screen readers are software programs that you can use if you are blind or have low vision. A screen reader identifies what is on your computer and reads it in a computerized voice so you can hear it.

Screen magnifiers to make screen text larger if you have low vision. You could also use a larger computer screen.

Voice recognition software can be great if you have limb loss, limited muscle control or hand-use, or conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. This software allows you to speak commands to operate your computer.

Screen clips hold paper in place to decrease neck strain while you type information from printed documents.

Microphone headsets help to reduce neck strain and back pain while talking on the phone by allowing you to hold your head in an upright, neutral position.

AT for non-office settings

Hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers and tire gauges are available with accessible features depending on your needs. If you are a carpenter with limited hand strength, a contoured hammer offers a firm, slip resistant hold. If you are a car mechanic who is blind or with low vision, a torque wrench with voice output will help.

Outdoor mobility aids, including outdoor wheelchairs designed for rugged terrain, are essential in getting around if you work in an agricultural setting.

To help with harvesting hay, an adaptive bale spear fits onto the back of a pick-up truck and can be used as a bed hoist, log splitter and bale un-roller.

Modifications for your work vehicle can include lifts and hoists to help you get into and out of your truck if you have a lower limb mobility disability. There are many commercially available, or you can check out a do-it-yourself wheelchair lift.

For tractors and combines, lift and hand control modifications are typical for people with lower limb disabilities. Battery-operated mechanical lifts will get you in and out of your tractor or combine. You can also modify your vehicle with hand controls to operate the brake, clutch and gas pedals with your hands.

If you have grasping difficulties or limited upper-extremity strength, modifications for the steering wheel are available. Spinner steering devices mounted on the steering wheel provide a relatively simple modification that can offer you better steering control with little effort.

Tips for obtaining workplace AT

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations, including AT, for employees with disabilities, but you will need to make requests for accommodations. For guidance and help making requests and negotiating reasonable accommodations, the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) can help. Check out their post on writing an accommodation request letter for tips.

Additional Resources

About the Guest Blogger

Sadie Hagberg performs programmatic tasks related to AbleData call center operations, AT product database maintenance, and website and marketing activities. She is primarily responsible for ensuring the quality of all AbleData products and services.

About Ticket to Work

The Ticket to Work program can also help you learn more about and request reasonable accommodations like AT.

Social Security's Ticket program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSI or SSDI) and want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. It helps people with disabilities move toward financial independence and connects them with the services and support they need to succeed in the workforce.

A Ticket program service provider, like an Employment Network, can help you through the process of requesting accommodations as you apply for jobs, go on interviews, and transition to a workplace.

Learn More

To learn more about the Ticket program, visit www.ssa.gov/work. You can also call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 866-968-7842 or 866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket program Find Help tool.

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Over the last year, we've spent a lot of time at home. While this has helped slow the spread of COVID-19, it's left some disconnected, unmotivated, more stressed and anxious. Many people are looking for tech, tools and gadgets to help them stay healthy and address stress and anxiety.

Matthew Anderson, MD, clinical innovation director at Banner Health, shared six high-tech and low-tech options to check out if you want to maintain wellness at home.

#1: Oura Ring | High-Tech

No, this isn't the type of "aura" you may be thinking about. This small digital ring device slips on your finger and collects data about your body, activity and sleep using optical heart-rate monitoring. Whether you're wanting to improve sleep or stay on top of your health, your Oura Ring makes it easy to track by sending real-time data and feedback to an app on your phone.

"It's small size makes it excellent for tracking your sleep, giving you ways to make your sleep more refreshing and rejuvenating," Dr. Anderson said. "The National Basketball Association has used the Oura ring to track wellness in their athletes."

#2: Noise Machine or Sleep Apps | Low-Tech

Now that we are doing a lot of things at home, there's lots of distractions and interruptions-from kids learning online to even the deafening sound of silence. If you need to block out the world for some peace of mind, try a white noise machine or a free app like Insight Timer or Calm. These options are not only great during the day, they can also help with sleep at night.

"Many people have the habit of leaving the TV on to help them sleep but that can lead to poor sleep," Dr. Anderson said. "Instead, these tools can help create a more relaxing sleep environment that promotes healthy, high-quality sleep."

#3 Weighted Blankets | Low-Tech

Nighttime can also be a time where our minds tend to wander-and during the pandemic, for anxiety to creep in. If you're literally feeling weighed down by the pandemic, why not try a weighted blanket? "For many people, using a weighted blanket has shown to decrease nighttime anxiety and insomnia and ease stress," Dr. Anderson said.

Weighted blankets are exactly what they sound like-they're heavy blankets filled with materials like poly pellets, weighted discs or glass beads that apply pressure across your body. They come in many different styles, weights and sizes and are good for older children and adults.

#4 Fitness Mirror | High-Tech

With many gyms at smaller capacity, people have turned to home gym equipment to stay fit during the pandemic. While exercise bikes and treadmills are popular, a new piece of exercise technology can change how you work out: fitness mirrors.

"Mirrors look just like their name; it's a tall, full-length mirror that stands against a wall," Dr. Anderson said. "But inside, it's a digital gym where you can stream aerobic and strength training videos to guide you in workouts. They are interactive and give you feedback during your workout."

While you self-monitor in the mirror, your trainer can see your movements and provide feedback. These fitness mirrors also include a heart rate display, music and connection to a community-much like you would find at your local gym.

#5 Resperate | High-Tech

Many people have high blood pressure or are at risk for developing high blood pressure. In addition to diet and exercise, meditation can help lower blood pressure. A home device, Resperate, takes you through daily guided meditations and breathing exercises. By measuring your breathing and heart rate, it tailors routines for your body. Over time, Resperate has been shown to lower your blood pressure.

#6 LED Lights | Low-Tech

The use of LED lights has grown increasingly popular for self-care at home. While they advertise to create younger, healthier skin and even regrow hair, clinical effectiveness has been mixed. However, LED lights and any type of light box have been shown to help with Seasonal Affective Disorder. "If you're looking to improve your mood during dark, cold winter months, scheduling time in front of these lights may help," Dr. Anderson said.

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Over the last year, we've spent a lot of time at home. While this has helped slow the spread of COVID-19, it's left some disconnected, unmotivated, more stressed and anxious. Many people are looking for tech, tools and gadgets to help them stay healthy and address stress and anxiety.