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AT News, Summer 2025


New AT in the Demo & Loan Library


Aids for Daily Living


Gyenno Utensils - Tremor-assist utensils with stabilizing & motion perception technology

Functional Hand - A functional grip assist that holds items in the horizontal or in the vertical orientation. 

Lotus Ring - Wearable ring that controls objects at home

Levo G2 Deluxe Tablet Floor Stand - Portable, adjustable tablet stand for use in any position



AAC/Communication Devices


Lingraphica TouchTalk

Smartbox G13 with the Smarteye camera

Smartbox L10



Cognition & Learning


WatchMinder 3 - A wristwatch that can easily be programmed to set up discreet vibrating reminders throughout one’s day, for ADD & ADHD.

TimeTimerBraille- Tactile, visual timer



Blind/Low Vision

Irisscan Visualizer - Visualizer & OCR scanner all in one


Contact MDTAP to request a consultation, demonstration, or device loan. Submit your AT request today.

4 small pictures of the functional hand in use, including a girl using functional hand to hold a sand shovel, a baby using it to eat, a person using it to whisk batter, and a person using it to hold a stylus for their phone
TouchTalk communication device screen
A tactile timer demonstrating a 60-minute duration of time

AT Highlight Lunch & Learn: Lotus Ring


June 12th

12pm - 1pm

Lotus is a wearable ring that allows the user to control lights, fans, your TV, etc. from anywhere in the room, up to 30 feet away. The ring is lightweight and waterproof. A quick 1-hour charge lasts for months. No app, no WiFi - use it anywhere!


Demonstration and presentation provided by Natalie Shearer, head of Accessibility & Operations for Lotus.

Video Tour the AT Library!

Curious about assistive technology and what we have in the AT Library? Browse MDTAP's offerings with our very own James Whitney, AT Clinician and OTD.


QR code for AT in Transition checklist

Assessing AT needs from Highschool to College


Summer is a great time to take stock of assistive technology needs for the next school year, explore new options, and plan for the future.


To get started, you can help your student(s) plan for a future with their AT via the AT in Transition Checklist.


School Transition Checklist

Summer AT Learning Series


Email and Newsletter Accessibility

June 18, 2025

1 pm – 2 pm

Digital accessibility is increasingly becoming a priority in the workplace; however, the accessibility of emails and newsletters is often overlooked. In this session, we will provide a brief overview of basic digital accessibility best practices and how to apply them to email and newsletter platforms such as Constant Contact to ensure that all communications you send out are readable for everyone.



A Beginners Guide to 3D Printing Assistive Technology

June 25, 2025

1pm 2pm

3D printing makes it possible for you to find, augment and create all kinds of devices to make life easier for yourself and those around you, but how do you get started? Join us to learn about the whole process from buying or otherwise accessing a printer, to understanding the needed software, to finding and designing your own digital files to tangibly bringing your objects to life.



Accessible Presentations

July 16, 2025

1pm – 2pm

This webinar will cover how to create accessible slide decks, host an accessible webinar room, and how to tailor language to be descriptive during a presentation.



Accessibility in Chromebooks: AT in the OS

August 20, 2025

1pm – 2pm

This webinar will cover the accessibility features of the Chromebook in preparation for the new school year.



Visit the MDTAP website for our complete calendar of trainings or use the below QR code to access our calendar.

Webinar Disclaimer 

Attendees of these trainings should be aware that there are known and potential privacy and confidentiality issues with the Zoom System (Cloud Service, Web application, and/or Application). While every effort has been made to ensure the security of this meeting, factors out of the State's control introduce risk. Participants should evaluate the risk associated with the application and platform and determine if the risks preclude the use of the service. The State provides no warranty regarding the security of the application, confidentiality of the information discussed, or the privacy of information collected by the application and/or service. Security events impacting the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of a meeting (e.g., ZoomBombing) must be reported to the State Security Operations Center (soc.info@maryland.gov).

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