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SIG-11 Members' Favorite Websites - 2005
Jamie Prioli, ATP
jprioli@njpanda.org
Access Technologies - a nonprofit organization
specializing in ergonomic assessments, assistive technology, and technology
training services
http://www.accesstechnologiesinc.org/
Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program - provides
assistive technology as a form of reasonable accommodation to enable a
qualified person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the
job
http://www.tricare.osd.mil/cap/
Keybowl - home of orbiTouch Wireless Keyboard,
specializes in the research, production, distribution, and licensing of
advanced text input systems
http://www.keybowl.com
Magi-Tech - home of Magi-Mouse, a wireless alternative
input device that replaces a standard 2-button mouse for computer cursor
control or as a pointer to navigate AAC boards
http://www.magitek.com/
New Jersey Protection and Advocacy - consumer-directed,
non-profit organization that serves as New Jersey's designated protection and
advocacy system for people with disabilities in the state
http://www.njpanda.org/
Tech Connections - information on Assistive Technology
(AT) designed to accommodate people with disabilities in the workplace and in
everyday life activities
http://www.techconnections.org/
Usability.gov - Acessibility Resources - links to
information on Web accessibility, and resources for building sites that are
accessible to all users regardless of disability
http://www.usability.gov/accessibility/
Ability Hub - Assistive Technology for people with a
disability who find operating a computer difficult, maybe even impossible. This
web site will direct you to adaptive equipment and alternative methods
available for accessing computers.
http://www.abilityhub.com/
AI Topics - a dynamic library of introductory information
about Artificial Intelligence - Assistive Technology
http://www.aaai.org/Pathfinder/html/assist.html
Artificial Language Laboratory - interdisciplinary
research and teaching center established within the Department of Audiology and
Speech Sciences at Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
http://www.msu.edu/%7Eartlang/index.html
Brain Injury Research Center (BIRC) of the Institute for
Rehabilitation and Research (TIRR) - established in 1987 to study the
long-term neurobehavioral and functional sequelae of traumatic brain injury
(TBI) in persons who received rehabilitation services at TIRR
http://www.braininjuryresearch.org/
Colligo - provides content, access and comprehension for
those with print disabilities low vision, dyslexia, and literacy challenges
http://www.colligo.us/
Disability History Museum - promotes understanding about
the historical experience of people with disabilities by recovering,
chronicling, and interpreting their stories
http://www.disabilitymuseum.org/
Eyes on Elders - interest in technology and the ability
to use that technology to improve the quality of life for those who need care
and for those families/friends who care for them
http://www.eyesonelders.com/index.html
Falcon - provides innovation and integration in patient
seating and positioning
http://www.falconrehab.com/
Medical Automation Research Center - video of rehab
presentations
http://marc.med.virginia.edu/videos.html
MSCIS Dissemination Center - an NIDRR award to TIRR (The
Institute for Rehabilitation and Research) in Houston in collaboration with
Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia
http://www.mscisdisseminationcenter.org/
Nurion-Raycal - developer and manufacturer of specialized
Guiding Devices for the blind, deaf-blind and the visually impaired
http://www.nurion.net/
RERC on Accessible Medical Instrumentation - addresses
the critical need for new medical instrumentation technologies that are
universally accessible to all people
http://www.rerc-ami.org/
RERC on Universal Design and the Built Environment -
purpose is to improve the accessibility and usability of the built environment,
and advance the field of universal design
http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/proj_services/projects/nidrr_rerc.htm
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Research Group on Rehabilitation Technology (fortec) -
established in 1986 to intensify and consolidate efforts related to research
and development of new technical solutions for disabled and elderly persons
http://www.fortec.tuwien.ac.at/
SAJE - voice-activated technology to control living
environment
http://www.saje-tech.com/
Tech Connections - resource for information on Assistive
Technology (AT) designed to accommodate people with disabilities in the
workplace and in everyday life activities
http://www.techconnections.org/
VocSolutions - provides ergonomic workplace solutions for
Silicon Valley. The professional staff at VocSolutions perform ergonomics and
voice recognition services for high tech companies all over the San Francisco
Bay Area.
http://www.vocsolutions.com/
Yahoo Disabilities and the Disabled News
http://news.yahoo.com/fc?tmpl=fc&cid=34&in=world&cat=disabilities_and_the_disabled
Lee Kirby
lee.kirby@cdha.nshealth.ca
Wheelchair Skills Program at Dalhouse University -
wheelchair-related publications
http://www.wheelchairskillsprogram.ca/
Heather R. Koren, ATP
hrkoren@yahoo.com
Cornucopia of Disability Information (CODI) - a ton of
links to resources on the web on various topics
http://codi.buffalo.edu/
InfoGrip - website with a large variety of great AT
products
http://www.infogrip.com
Washington Assistive Technology Alliance (WATA) -
publications, resources, exchange site, funding information, and more
http://wata.org/
Barry Romich
bromich@aol.com
AAC Institute - a not-for-profit charitable organization
offering free and low cost resources to support evidence-based practice and
achieving the most effective communication for people who use AAC
http://www.aacinstitute.org
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) -
professional organization of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and
audiologists. SLPs are the primary service providers for people who rely on AAC
and are generally the best resource on an AAC team for addressing language
issues. ASHA has a Special Interest Division, SID-12, that addresses AAC.
http://www.asha.org
ATOMS - explores, pilots, and tests assistive technology
(AT) outcome measurement ideas in order to recommend the next generation
outcome system for AT
http://www.uwm.edu/CHS/atoms/
AT Outcomes - listserv and this website are dedicated to
the development, evaluation, and application of valid, reliable, and sensitive
outcome measure tools
http://www.utoronto.ca/atrc/reference/atoutcomes/
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Communication Aid Manufacturers Association (CAMA) - a
not-for-profit organization of the world's leading manufacturers of
augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) software and hardware
products. CAMA conducts more than 30, 1-day workshops throughout the United
States each year.
http://www.aacproducts.org
Family Center on Technology and Disability - a resource
designed to support organizations and programs that work with families of
children and youth with disabilities. We offer a range of information and
services on the subject of assistive technologies including: monthly
newsletters, online discussions with national experts, a searchable database of
more that 1400 disability organizations nationwide and a resource review
database with summaries of more that 500 AT reference materials.
http://www.fctd.info
International Society for Augmentative and Alternative
Communication (ISAAC) - Membership is open to anyone interested in AAC.
ISAAC activities include a biennial conference and sponsorship of AAC Journal.
Many ISAAC national chapters address more local interests.
http://www.isaac-online.org
Joel Turmo
turmojl9@sewanee.edu
80/20 - provides modular framing systems that can adjust
to fit any industry and application, provides a secure and OSHA approved guard,
display, workstation, etc
http://8020.net/
AbleNet - practical products and creative solutions for
teaching children with disabilities
http://ablenetinc.com/
Access Board - an independent Federal agency devoted to
accessibility for people with disabilities
http://www.access-board.gov/
Adaptivation - designs, manufactures and distributes
assistive technology to persons with disabilities
http://www.adaptivation.com/
Aftermarket Group - products include wheelchair parts,
power chair parts, respiratory, rehab seating products, electronic repair and
rebuild services
http://aftermarketgroup.com/cgi-bin/imtagprd/tag/demand/home.do
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Alimed - medical and ergonomic products such as
pre-formed orthoses, alarms for fall management, cushions, diagnostic imaging
and operating room accessories, orthopedic rehabilitation equipment, and
ergonomic workplace solutions
http://alimed.com/
American Cord and Webbing - distribute a line of high
performance plastic and metal fasteners, hook and loop, as well as elastic and
non-elastic narrow textile webbing and cord
http://acw1.com/
American Science & Surplus - offers a mix of
industrial, military and educational items, with an emphasis on science and
education
http://sciplus.com/
Anthro - makes furniture for computers or computer-based
equipment
http://www.anthro.com/Default.asp
Attainment Company - produces materials and products for
people with disabilities
http://attainmentcompany.com/
Crestwood Communication Aids- communication aids for
children and adults
http://communicationaids.com/
Curbell - distributor of industrial plastics and pillow
speakers, nurse call products, patient monitoring products, healthcare bed
products, fall management systems, and hospital room television controls
http://curbell.com/
Cyberguys - supplier of computer products
http://www.cyberguys.com/
Daedalus Technologies - provides a system for mounting
communication devices and laptop computers on wheelchairs
http://www.daessy.com/
Dell - sells PC desktop and laptop computers and computer
accessories by mail order
http://dell.com/
DigiKey - mailorder house for electronic components
http://digikey.com/
Don Johnston - provides learning intervention
resources
http://donjohnston.com/
Enable Mart - markets, promotes, and distributes
innovative technology-based products and services that promote independence,
enhance productivity, and change the lives of individuals with disabilities
http://enablemart.com/default.aspx?store=10
Enabling Devices - assistive and learning devices for the
physically challenged focusing on the needs of children with disabilities and
the adult disabled population
http://enablingdevices.com/home.aspx
Feiner Supply - distributor of velcro hook and loop
fasteners
http://feinersupply.com/
Fentek Industries - source of custom, standard,
programmable, wireless, and ergonomic computer keyboards, computer keys,
specialized keys and keysets, custom printed keytops, keycaps, keyboard
templates, keytop and keyfront overlay labels, membrane graphics, large print
and assistive keyboards, language keytop overlays and International language
keyboards, keyboard accessories, keyboard protectors, and custom keyboard
modifications
http://fentek-ind.com/
Global Industrial - sells industrial supplies, storage
equipment, packaging, furniture, pallet trucks, computer cabinets, wire
shelving, chairs, hand trucks, and stock carts
http://www.globalindustrial.com/gcs/index.web
Harbor Freight - tool and equipment catalog retailer
http://harborfreight.com/
Grainger - supplier of facilities maintenance products
serving businesses and institutions
http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/wwg/start.shtml
Gus Communications - developer of assistive technology
for ALS, stroke, MS, head injury, cancer, aphasia, etc
http://gusinc.com/
Hello Direct - developer and direct marketer of desktop
telephony products
http://hellodirect.com/catalog/templates/home.jhtml
Home Controls - distributor of residential automation and
structured wire products
http://www.homecontrols.com/cgi-bin/main/co_disp/displ/pgrfnbr/2/sesent/00
Independent Living Aids - carries low vision aids that
help the visually impaired, specially adapted low vision aids, tools and
technology, blind and visually impaired products including canes, magnifiers,
talking watches, talking clocks, large print books, ZoomText magnification
software, Braille products, talking cooking gadgets
http://independentliving.com/home.asp
Info Grip - develops and markets products that provide
people with a healthier and more productive way to interact with computers,
specialize in assistive technology and ergonomic products and training
http://infogrip.com/
IntelliTools - learning solutions for the diverse
classroom including educational software and assistive technology
http://intellitools.com/
Invacare - home medical products
http://invacare.com/cgi-bin/imhqprd/index.jsp
K & M Manufacturing - tractor seats and
accessories
http://tractorseats.com/
Keyboard Alternatives - products include magnification
devices, screen magnification software and reading machines for the visually
impaired and blind in addition to ergonomic products for the workplace, such as
keyboards, mice, keyboard trays, and adjustable furniture
http://keyalt.com/
Lab Safety Supply - supplier of facilities maintenance
products
http://www.labsafety.com/home.htm
LS&S - serves the needs of the visually impaired and
hard of hearing
http://www.lssproducts.com/stores/1/index.cfm
MacMall and PCMall - sells PC and Mac products
http://www.macmall.com/
Maddak - Ableware independent living products
http://service.maddak.com/
Madentec - supplier of assistive technology for people
with physical disabilities, products include solutions for accessing and
controlling a computer or communication device hands-free as well as an
alternate keyboard or scanning access, products are suited for people with
severe physical disabilities, including: quadriplegia, cerebral palsy, multiple
sclerosis, ALS, and muscular dystrophy
http://madentec.com/
Mayer-Johnson - mail order company focusing on
augmentative communication products
http://mayer-johnson.com/
MaxiAids - independent living products for blindness, low
vision, deaf, hard of hearing, seniors
http://maxiaids.com/store/default.asp
McMaster-Carr - 420,000 industrial mechanical parts and
supplies
http://www.mcmaster.com/
Modular Hose - provides commercial and industrial
products
http://modularhose.com/
MSC Direct - direct marketers of industrial supplies and
equipment
http://www1.mscdirect.com/cgi/nnsrhm
Newark - distributor of electronic components
http://www.newark.com/
North Coast Medical - specializing in the manufacturing
and wholesale distribution of rehabilitation products, specifically items
utilized in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and hand therapy
http://northcoastmedical.com/main_index.asp
Northern Tool and Equipment- industrial tools and
equipment
http://northerntool.com/
Office Depot - office products
http://www.officedepot.com/
Office Organix - ergonomic products for the workplace or
home
http://officeorganix.com/
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products - provides
orthopedic, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and fitness products
http://optp.com/
Outdoor Wilderness Fabrics - carries everything to create
outdoor gear
http://owfinc.com/
PC Warehouse - computer and computer products
http://pcwarehouse.com/pcw/
Pres Air Trol - manufactures a variety of shockproof,
waterproof and explosion proof switches and foot switches; pressure and vacuum
sensors, and electric foot switches
http://presair.com/
Radio Shack - consumer electronics specialty retailer and
a provider of business-to-business retail support services
http://radioshack.com/
RJ Cooper - software and hardware for persons with
special needs
http://rjcooper.com/
Rolli-moden - clothing and accessories for wheelchair
users
http://rolli-moden.com/
Sammons Preston - professional rehab equipment &
supplies, distributor of rehabilitation, assistive patient and splinting
products to the physical and occupational therapy markets
http://www.sammonspreston.com/default.asp
Skymall - catalog company
http://skymall.com/webapp/skystore?partner=ING
Smith & Nephew - develops and markets advanced
medical devices
http://www.smith-nephew.com/
Solutions for Humans - source of solutions, consulting,
training, evaluation and implementation of solutions for individuals and
organizations addressing sight loss, physical impairment, ergonomic issues,
communication and hearing disorders
http://www.sforh.com/
Synapse Adaptive - provides integrated turn-key access
solutions that empower individuals with disabilities, helps employers meet
their accommodation requirements in their work, speech recognition workstation,
designs and engineers solutions for business, government, special needs labs,
rehabilitation facilities and libraries, provides on-site and-user training,
and provides assistive technology training for staff
http://synapseadaptive.com/
Tash - products for individuals with disabilities
http://tashinc.com/
Greg McGrew, ATP, RET
mcgrewg@helenhayeshosp.org
Herbach & Rademan - cheap electromechanical
hardware
http://www.herbach.com/
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