The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) announced its 2025 disABILITY Conference. The theme for the 2025 disABILITY Conference is Technology and Disability - The Intersection of Success. The conference will be held on July 31 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Hilton Harrisburg. There is a virtual option for online
Smart home technology is revolutionizing the way people with disabilities can live more independent, comfortable, and secure lives. For the past four years, Community Interactions (CI) has embraced this innovative shift, integrating smart home devices into the homes of the individuals it supports to enhance autonomy, safety, and convenience. With the encouragement
By Allis KensingEnabling Technology ManagerPenn-Mar Human Services My first experience with Assistive Technology (AT) solutions was in 2016 while working for a provider to find employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I was intrigued with its potential and the limitless possibilities beyond that function. By definition, Assistive Technology is
Technology First SHIFT announced this week that KenCrest has earned their Technology First Reaccreditation. Organizations earning SHIFT’s highest level of recognition complete comprehensive education requirements and undergo a rigorous evaluation process. SHIFT Accredited organizations demonstrate their ability to help people with disabilities live as independently as possible through the successful adoption of
August 6, 2024 between 10 AM and 2 PM ODP and the Temple Institute on Disabilities invites you to join a free event aimed at teaching participants about different types of Assistive Technology (AT). Assistive Technology refers to products, equipment, and systems that enhance learning, working, and daily living for individuals with
The Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) has issued new editions of its Cents and Sensibility and the accompanying educators manual. The 7th edition of Cents and Sensibility: A Guide to Money Management addresses the financial education needs of people with disabilities, while providing strategies, activities, and resources for anyone who wants to
Did you know that every state has a program to help people with disabilities to explore, find, and get the tools and technology they need? In Pennsylvania that program is TechOWL, part of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University. TechOWL has 9 regional centers across the state and helps people discover,
Medication dispensers come in a variety of options from simple to high tech. Regardless of the style the purpose is the same: help people safely and correctly take their medications. According to the CDC, adverse drug events such as missed or improperly taken medications cause approximately 1.3 million emergency department visits and
