New Mexico Technology Assistance Program

01/04/2022

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): Ergonomic Computer Mice
An ergonomic computer mouse provides different ways for individuals (including those with disabilities) to access their computer. They come in many shapes and sizes, from a vertical design to large buttons, extra buttons, varying trackball sizes, wireless, and options to plug in accessibility switches. If you would like to learn more about accessibility switches, watch our What is Alternative Access? Video here on Facebook: https://fb.watch/akebeLQPj5/
If you would like to loan one of these devices or check out other AT devices like them, you can do so by calling 505-841-4464, sending us a message on Facebook, or view them in our Online Database at https://myatprogram.org/home/35

NMTAP offers free services to New Mexicans with disabilities to help them get the assistive technology (AT) services they need. NMTAP is a statewide program designed to increase knowledge of, access to, and acquisition of assistive or adaptive technology for anyone with any disability, anywhere in the state, of any age.

12/29/2021

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Join us on Thursday, January 13th at Noon ET for the webinar: Low Vision Basics - The Importance of Lighting, Eye Protection, and Magnification

Learning Objectives:
1. Learn why different temperatures of lighting can be important.
2. Discover the differences between optical and video magnifiers.
3. Determine why filtered lenses can help protect your eyes.

ACVREP Credits will be available during the live presentation only. We will be giving away some amazing prizes for some lucky attendees!

Register: https://bit.ly/3Jq5gI3

#LowVision #ACVREP

12/29/2021

Developing a Pushchair for Wheelchair Users - Designability

Developing a Pushchair for Wheelchair Users - Designability

Designability’s project to create a wheelchair-attachable pushchair is progressing well. Our long-term goal is to offer the product for free to disabled parents throughout the UK on a loan scheme. Below you can read more about the project, the latest developments and next steps. http://designabili...

12/28/2021

How to Handle Captioning & ASL Requests for Virtual Meetings

How to Handle Captioning & ASL Requests for Virtual Meetings

How to Handle Captioning & ASL Requests for Virtual Meetings Before hosting an accessible virtual meeting, remember to ask for and respond to accommodation requests proactively. This guide will help you respond to captioning and American Sign Language (ASL) accommodation requests

12/28/2021

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): Chromebooks
Chromebooks can come in many brands and styles of hardware (mostly laptops) but run the Chrome OS, an operating system made by Google. These computers are used by many school districts and come with easy to use built-in accessibility features. Many Chromebooks come with a long battery life, the ability to work offline, and a touchscreen for even more accessibility.
If you would like to loan this device or check out other AT devices like it, you can do so by calling 505-841-4464, sending us a message on Facebook, or view them in our Online Database at https://myatprogram.org/home/35

12/28/2021

Teachers!
Texthelp is offering FREE premium licenses of their Read&Write and EquatIO software. Learn more in their post below.

We've got a gift for you this festive season! 🎁

We're offering teachers a FREE premium subscription to our #literacy and #STEM tools, Read&Write and #EquatIO!

Learn more: https://text.help/aO9CDF

12/27/2021

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In school or at home, the Time Timer can assist children with time management, “seeing” time, ease with transitions, and so much more! It truly is a tool they will carry through life.

12/23/2021

Gifting Guide Day 18: Mobile Device Accessories

Looking for a last minute gift idea? Some Assistive Technology may be just what youre looking for!

Many people with and without disabilities rely on their mobility devices nearly 24/7. For some it can be life line, for many with disabilities it’s an outlet to the world. That’s why it…

12/23/2021

Have you heard about simPODD?

Have you heard about simPODD?

12/23/2021

NMTAP wishes you a very Happy Holiday season!

Our office will be closed on the following days in observance of the holidays:
Closed at 12pm on Thursday, December 23rd.
Closed on Friday, December 24th.
Closed on Friday, December 31st.

NMTAP wishes you a very Happy Holiday season!

Our office will be closed on the following days in observance of the holidays:
Closed at 12pm on Thursday, December 23rd.
Closed on Friday, December 24th.
Closed on Friday, December 31st.

12/22/2021

Microsoft Edge Tips for JAWS: Immersive Reader

Microsoft Edge Tips for JAWS: Immersive Reader

The Immersive Reader in Edge is a great way to trim off all of the excess content on a webpage article or blog, leaving only the text to be accessed.

12/22/2021

Navigational Apps for the Blind Could Have a Broader Appeal

Navigational Apps for the Blind Could Have a Broader Appeal

A proliferation of new apps designed to help blind and low vision people could prove useful for everyone.

12/21/2021

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): Top End Pro 2 All Sport Wheelchair.
The Top End Pro 2 All Sport Wheelchair is designed for individuals who want to play basketball, tennis, or any other sport played on a court. This wheelchair comes with 25'' high performance sport wheels, high pressure tires, side guards, frame protector, position strap, and seat cushion. Available for loan in seat sizes of 14 inches, 16 inches, and 18 inches.
Give us a call at 505-841-4464 or message here on Facebook to find out how you can trial this device or loan on a short-term basis.

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): Top End Pro 2 All Sport Wheelchair.
The Top End Pro 2 All Sport Wheelchair is designed for individuals who want to play basketball, tennis, or any other sport played on a court. This wheelchair comes with 25'' high performance sport wheels, high pressure tires, side guards, frame protector, position strap, and seat cushion. Available for loan in seat sizes of 14 inches, 16 inches, and 18 inches.
Give us a call at 505-841-4464 or message here on Facebook to find out how you can trial this device or loan on a short-term basis.

12/20/2021

IOS Accessibility Features Part 1

IOS Accessibility Features Part 1

Ability Tools partnered with young film maker, David Schlesinger, to provide tips on how to utilize the built-in accessibility functions on your Apple smart ...

12/17/2021

All of these assistive technology (AT) devices are great gift ideas!

NMTAP has ramps and other medication dispensing devices available for trial if you're not sure which device will meet your needs. Contact us at 505-841-4464 or message us here on Facebook to learn more!

12/17/2021

A Very Special Toy Box: How to Find (& Make!) Developmental Toys & Activities for Children Who are Blind or Visually Impaired - Lighthouse Guild

A Very Special Toy Box: How to Find (& Make!) Developmental Toys & Activities for Children Who are Blind or Visually Impaired - Lighthouse Guild

by Amber Bobnar, Wonderbaby A Very Special Toy Box: How to Find (& Make!) Developmental Toys & Activities for Children Who are Blind or Visually…

12/16/2021

There is a lot a terms and jargon used in the assistive technology (AT) world. The What is...? Video Series is designed to help answer some of those questions that may come up when discussing assistive technology.
Check out our videos at https://bit.ly/WhatIsVideoSeries

There is a lot a terms and jargon used in the assistive technology (AT) world. The What is...? Video Series is designed to help answer some of those questions that may come up when discussing assistive technology.
Check out our videos at https://bit.ly/WhatIsVideoSeries

12/16/2021

Karaoke As AT?

What is Assistive Technology (AT) at your house?
What might AT make possible at your house?

Assistive technology is not always what we expect it to be.

12/15/2021

Are you an SLP in need of more CEUs? Lingraphica is offering free webinars for CEUs. Check out the schedule in the link below.

Tis the season for end of year CEUs! ⛄ Free online CEUs, with live courses available to fulfill any live education requirements. Our first LIVE webinar is this Thursday, Dec. 16. Register now! https://bit.ly/3pTSvN5

12/15/2021

What a huge milestone! Congratulations to DiverseIT!

If you're an individual with a disability or know someone with a disability in need of a computer or computer training, DiverseIT may be able to help. Contact them 505-341-7166.

We're celebrating an amazing milestone at DiverseIT. We've given away over 3,000 computers! Used equipment is donated by businesses like Intel and the public, then it's refurbished and given to people with disabilities in our community who need it for work or school, or to communicate. We have also given computers to local nonprofits to support their missions. Rebuilding the computers provides hands-on IT training, too. This achievement would not be possible without the support of our funders like Comcast , ABQ Department of Senior Affairs, Wells Fargo , Bank of the West , NM Technology Assistance Program, Albuquerque Community Foundation. Thank you and way to go DiverseIT!
New Mexico Technology Assistance Program
We Are Intel

12/14/2021

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): OrCam MyEye 2
The OrCam MyEye 2 is a lightweight, wireless, wearable device designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device is finger size and attaches to virtually any pair of glasses. It can read aloud text from a book or a digital screen, recognize faces, and can help you shop on your own. It can also read labels, recognize money, and identify colors. All the information read aloud is done in real time and offline.
If you would like to loan this device or check out other AT devices, you can do so by calling 505-841-4464, sending us a message on Facebook, or view them in our Online Database at https://myatprogram.org/home/35

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): OrCam MyEye 2
The OrCam MyEye 2 is a lightweight, wireless, wearable device designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device is finger size and attaches to virtually any pair of glasses. It can read aloud text from a book or a digital screen, recognize faces, and can help you shop on your own. It can also read labels, recognize money, and identify colors. All the information read aloud is done in real time and offline.
If you would like to loan this device or check out other AT devices, you can do so by calling 505-841-4464, sending us a message on Facebook, or view them in our Online Database at https://myatprogram.org/home/35

12/14/2021

Here is an easy-to-read guide about single and multi-message speech communication devices.

We've updated and revised our popular Guide to Single and Multi-Message Devices poster 👍😃 Download here and an accessible breakdown of the poster contents: https://www.callscotland.org.uk/downloads/posters-and-leaflets/a-guide-to-single-and-multi-message-devices/

12/13/2021

There is still time to apply! Please share with anyone who may be interested in the Agency Director position at the Governor's Commission on Disability.

The NM Governor's Commission on Disability is hiring for the Agency Director position. Please send resumes to [email protected] by 12/17/2021.

For more information, please visit the Governor’s Commission on Disability website at http://gcd.state.nm.us/.

12/13/2021

Monday Tech Tip: VoiceView for Echo Show - Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads

Check out this Tech Tip by Easterseals for screen reader capability for the Amazon Echo Show.

Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the VoiceView feature, which is a screen reader that is built into echo devices and allows individuals with vision impairments to used the device as VoiceView reads the screen. Check it out here: Click here to learn m...

12/13/2021

New Mexico Technology Assistance Program (NMTAP) offers free services to New Mexicans with disabilities to help them get the assistive technology (AT) services they need. NMTAP is a statewide program designed to increase knowledge of, access to, and acquisition of assistive or adaptive technology for anyone with any disability, anywhere in the state, of any age. There are four main components of which include financial assistance, assistive technology device loans, device demonstrations, and device re-utilization.
Contact us to see how we can help you get the assistive technology you need. You can message us here on Facebook or give us a call at 505-841-4464.

New Mexico Technology Assistance Program (NMTAP) offers free services to New Mexicans with disabilities to help them get the assistive technology (AT) services they need. NMTAP is a statewide program designed to increase knowledge of, access to, and acquisition of assistive or adaptive technology for anyone with any disability, anywhere in the state, of any age. There are four main components of which include financial assistance, assistive technology device loans, device demonstrations, and device re-utilization.
Contact us to see how we can help you get the assistive technology you need. You can message us here on Facebook or give us a call at 505-841-4464.

12/10/2021

TechOWL PA on TikTok

Here's a great tip for accessible wrapping this holiday season. Presented by TechOWL PA on Tik Tok.

Accessible wrapping tips! #DisabilityTikTok #OccupationalTherapy #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility

12/08/2021

A communication tool for people with speech impairments

Google is seeking beta testers with speech disabilities for it's new app Project Relate. You can read more about, and watch a video, with information about how Project Relate is working to make speech communication easier. You can submit a request to become a beta tester at http://g.co/ProjectRelate

Project Relate, a new app available in closed beta, helps people with speech impairments communicate and interact with Google Assistant.

12/02/2021

Santa Reads Braille - [FREE] Braille Letters from Santa - Braille Works

Santa Reads Braille - [FREE] Braille Letters from Santa - Braille Works

Santa Reads Braille - Parents & teachers can reach out to receive a letter from Santa in braille & large print for their child.

12/01/2021

Ramping Up to the Holidays? Don’t Forget Your AT Act Program!

Reminder! NMTAP has portable ramps available to loan for trial or on a short term basis ranging from 3ft to 12ft in length. Give us a call at 505-841-4464 or message us here on Facebook to see if we have a portable ramp available to fit your short term need.

Holiday safety during the pandemic goes beyond vaccinations and masks.

11/30/2021

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): Obi
Obi is a robotic feeding device that can be trained to remember feeding position for independent eating. It is powered by a rechargeable battery and activated using 2 accessibility switches: one to rotate the bowls for selection and one to scoop and bring to the individual for food delivery. The Obi is compatible with any switch that utilizes a 3.5mm headphone jack adapter. See the Obi in action on YouTube at https://youtu.be/bXamt_7tFfQ

If you would like to loan this device or check out other AT devices you can do so by calling 505-841-4464, sending us a message on Facebook, or view them in our Online Database at https://myatprogram.org/home/35

It's #TechTuesday!
Featured Assistive Technology (AT): Obi
Obi is a robotic feeding device that can be trained to remember feeding position for independent eating. It is powered by a rechargeable battery and activated using 2 accessibility switches: one to rotate the bowls for selection and one to scoop and bring to the individual for food delivery. The Obi is compatible with any switch that utilizes a 3.5mm headphone jack adapter. See the Obi in action on YouTube at https://youtu.be/bXamt_7tFfQ

If you would like to loan this device or check out other AT devices you can do so by calling 505-841-4464, sending us a message on Facebook, or view them in our Online Database at https://myatprogram.org/home/35

11/30/2021

Avaz is having a sale on all of their apps this Friday, December 3rd.

Have you not tried (or heard of) the Avaz apps? You can trial them for FREE with NMTAP! Contact us at 505-841-4464 or message us here on Facebook to find out how.

SALE ALERT!

December 3 is observed as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. In honour of this day, we're offering a 50% discount on all of our products!

This is a one day only sale that will be live all day on December 3. Stay tuned to this space for the latest updates on that 😊
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