Maryland Department of Disabilities 

Technology Assistance Program 

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  AT News Update                                               Nov/Dec 2015

In This Issue
What's New @ MDTAP
Apps, Apps & more Apps
2016 Grant Recipients
2015 Annual AT Update
Seeking Advisory Council Rep
New AT on Equipment Link
Upcoming Events
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  What's New @ MDTAP
Newest equipment in the 
Assistive Technology (AT) Library

 
Talking scientific calculator
SciPlus 2500 Graphing Scientific Calculator  - A large display talkinggraphing calculator designed for people with low vision. It can perform scientific, statistical and trigonometric calculations and fractions, along with a graphing function. It also has the ability to evaluate functions, plot equations, analyze values along a curve and determine y+ intercepts, poles etc. 

 
First/Then Visual Schedule App - Designed for caregivers to provide positive behavior support. For individuals with communication needs, developmental delays, Autism or those who benefit from a structured environment; visual schedules serve to increase independence and lower anxiety during transitions through different activities.

 
To see a demonstration of these devices OR to borrow a device from our AT Library (free of charge), contact us at 1-800-832-4827 or mdtap@mdtap.org

 
Apps, Ap ps & more Apps!
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Alarmed ~ Reminders + Timers (Free) A fully acce ssible app (works well with VoiceOver) that allows  users to set alarms, take notes, and even access a flashlight. Also includes a "nag me " feature for auto reminders and works with Siri to import reminders from the iOS Reminders app. 


Talking Scientific Calculator ($4.99)  Designed for a wide range of users, this calculator has large colorful buttons, optional high contrast, full VoiceOver support, and unique to this calculator; the option to use speech for answers, buttons names and formulas. 


 
                                    2016 AT Grantee Recipients 

We're excited to announce the recipients of our FY16 small-grant awards! 

The Hearing and Speech Agency (HASA) - A grant to purchase the ProxTalker Unit and peripherals to expand HASA's demonstration and loan library for Marylander's with communication challenges.  

The Lollipop Kids Foundation - A grant to continue supporting the Equipment Loan Closet AND a grant to establish a Boardmaker Computer Lab for parent's of children with disabilities to access needed training and adapted communications materials. 

IMAGE Center - A grant to establish a fully functioning accessible kitchen, available to all Marylanders with disabilities to visit and have access to hands-on demonstrations. 

Bay Area Center for Independent Living - A grant to establish a short-term loan program for modular ramps on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. These modular ramps will be available for families to borrow on average of four months at a time while they explore permanent ramp solutions. 


                                    MDTAP's 2015 Annual Update 
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It's out, it's accessible, and it's full of great stories and data! MDTAP's 2015 Annual Update. Read it online!  



To request an alternate format or print copy, email lmarkland@mdtap.org.   
 
                            Seeking Parent Representative for MDTAP Advisory Council 

The Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP) is seeking a Parent Representative to join its Advisory Council. We're currently seeking parents of children (youth or adult) who use assistive technology. Knowledge and understanding of local, statewide and national issues surrounding AT access is preferred. Specific expertise in assistive technology is not required, but interest in assistive technology and consumer advocacy is a must. The Advisory Council meets three times a year. The purpose of the council is to provide consumer-responsive, consumer-driven advice to the State for, planning of, implementation of, and evaluation of MDTAP's activities. The members of the council volunteer their time.

If you are interested in being considered for a spot on the MDTAP Advisory Council, please contact Lori Markland at 800-832-4827 or by email at lmarkland@mdtap.org.

                                    NEW Items on Equipment Link!

Check out some of the newest equipment on the Equipment Link website
  • Bruno Stair Lift - Best Offer                                                                                                                                              
Email us if you'd like to learn more about any of these items!
 
Outreach Events for Nov/Dec 2015

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Stay tuned for our schedule of late winter & early spring AT Library Tours! 

 

St. Elizabeth's Special Needs Resource Fair - Nov 7, Baltimore

 

Low Vision Support Group - Nov 21, Baltimore 

Disclaimer
Please be advised that the information provided in this publication  should not be deemed as an approval or endorsement for any product or service.