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Headset Creates “Soundscape” for Blind People to See

Headset Creates “soundscape” for blind people to see A new headset, still in its prototype stage, tells visually impaired people what’s in front of them by playing different sounds for different objects. Eventually the headset, called EyeMusic, may be able … Continue reading

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Proposed Legislation Calls for Separate Complex Rehabilitation Technology Category

HR 4378 is federal legislation seeking a separate category for complex rehab technology (CRT) within Medicare. CRT includes medically necessary and individually configured manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, adaptive seating and positioning systems, and other specialized equipment such as standing frames … Continue reading

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A Call for User/Experts- make a difference and earn a stipend for your time and expertise!

A Call for User/Experts – make a difference and earn a stipend for your time and expertise! The Institute for Human Centered Design (IHCD) is creating a new User/Expert Lab in our Boston headquarters and is currently seeking to recruit … Continue reading

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Effects of Medicare Bidding for Power Wheelchairs

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Separate Benefit Bill for Complex Rehab Launched in House

Separate Benefit Bill for Complex Rehab Launched in House H.R. 4378 would formally distinguish complex rehab technology and its provision from DME. By Laurie WatanabeMay 02, 2012 It’s official: The bill to finally and formally define complex rehab technology (CRT) … Continue reading

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Wheeled Mobility Repairs

It seems at least once a week I get a call or hear a story about someone who uses a wheelchair or scooter that is facing weeks for a repair.  The most recent one was a man over 60 who … Continue reading

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Videos on how AT is benefiting senior citizens

At the March MassMatch Advisory Council meeting it was suggested to make short videos of how AT is benefiting senior citizens. I think this is an excellent idea. However, many seniors might not have access to the Internet. In addition … Continue reading

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Six Successful Years of Mass. A.T. Loan Program from MRC Commissioner, Charles Carr

  In December the Massachusetts Assistive Technology Loan Program commemorated six years of successfully securing more than $8.6 million in low-interest loans to state residents with disabilities and their families so they can buy equipment and services that help them … Continue reading

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Suggestions for website

Dear fellow Advisory Council members: I want to thank everyone for making me a member of the Advisory Council. I am looking forward to working with all of you to encourage more people with disabilities to use assistive technology. I … Continue reading

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Hearing on the Promise of Accessible Technology: Challenges and Opportunities in Education

U.S. Senate HELP Committee Hearing Next Tuesday The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions is holding a hearing next week that may interest you. When: Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 2:30-4:00pm Where: Dirksen Senate Building Room G-50 (or … Continue reading

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