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“My biggest hope is that people who are blind or have low vision realize the importance of surrounding themselves with good ...
Aira is an AI-powered accessibility platform that provides real-time assistance to help the visually impaired navigate daily ...
More than 100 specially designed picnic tables, four all-terrain wheelchairs and a detailed inventory of trails usable for ...
U.S. Capitol Police detained a group of peaceful protestors on Wednesday, including several people in wheelchairs, during a protest over proposed cuts to Medicaid spending on Capitol Hill.
Mary Gifford, 77, from Withington, broke barriers as a female economist in the 1970s. A self-described feminist she dedicated her life to her career and bought her own house in 1975. Since the death ...
System integrated into a backpack is equipped with a camera and tactile signals that vibrate to warn of the presence of objects above the waist.
Assistive devices can help older people keep their independence and increase their safety. Learn about some of the best options for daily living and the home here.
Amanda Juetten, a Tennessee mother of five who is completely blind, crossed the stage to accept her degree – magna cum laude – from Tennessee Tech University ...
A 47-year-old mom of five, who has been blind since 2020, graduates from Tennessee Tech and aims to empower the blind community through education and advocacy.
Three hours later, the wheelchair ramp was ready. Brian tested it out. Jesse brought up Marie’s scooter. It took Marie a while to get up. She said she didn’t want any help for this first trip.
Power Wheelchairs: Suitable for those without the strength to manually propel a chair; powered by batteries and often customizable for individual needs.
Power Wheelchairs: Suitable for those without the strength to manually propel a chair; powered by batteries and often customizable for individual needs.