Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology

04/21/2026

Assistive tech doesn’t have to be complicated!

Ashley shares how much a little change to garden gloves helped her do some garden bed prep this weekend:

“I love my new gardening gloves with claws. Makes it so much easier to w**d! Normally my fingers end up super tender and weak after just a short time but the claws make it easier to dig down into the dirt to grab the roots. It’s also way better for the targeted areas around plants. And for folks who struggle to hold garden tools this could be an option.”

We have a pair in the lending library you can request to borrow to see if they work for you: AccessingPotential.org

04/17/2026

Mainstream Assistive Technology that facilitates independence can include:
• Smartphones
• GPS Navigation
• Closed captions
• Smart home systems including sensors
• Smart watches
• Noise-canceling headphones
• Apps for organization and reminders
• Tablets with built-in accessibility features

Technology designed for everyone often becomes life-changing for someone.

assistive technology. everywhere. everyone.



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04/15/2026

Reminder: The 2026 AT Alabama Conference Call for Proposals is OPEN!

If you’ve been thinking about submitting, this is your sign. We’d love to see the work you’re doing in assistive technology and accessibility.

Proposals are due April 30, 2026.

Submit your proposal:
ATalabama.org

Tag someone who should present this year 👇

04/15/2026

What a fantastic resource in Birmingham!

04/13/2026

We're just one week away from our Meet Kebbi workshop and there are only 5 seats left!

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop to see how Kebbi, powered by Movia's Teacher's Aide software, provides a low-stress environment for skill building. Get ready to introduce your students to their new robotic learning buddy!

Secure your spot and get more info here: https://pulse.ly/2eigkmp2yj

04/10/2026

What a great tool!

04/06/2026

Have a neurodiverse learner in your life? Want to explore how to make learning fun and engaging?

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop with UA LITE Lab and APTAT to see how Kebbi, powered by Movia's Teacher's Aide software, provides a low-stress environment for skill building. Get ready to introduce your students to their new robotic learning buddy!

Seats are limited, so don't miss out! Secure your spot and get more info here: https://pulse.ly/axbtw7iuca

03/25/2026

Great news in Enterprise!

Tell us, are there more accessible play areas across the state we could share? We’d love to create a list in time for summer!

Children on the autism spectrum now have a place to be themselves in Enterprise. ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/37axp3mk

03/25/2026

Randy does an incredible job with the We Share program at Goodwill Gulf Coast. He’s the 🐐 of DME reuse!

03/23/2026

Have a neurodiverse learner in your life? Want to explore how to make learning fun and engaging?

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop with UA LITE Lab and APTAT to see how Kebbi, powered by Movia's Teacher's Aide software, provides a low-stress environment for skill building. Get ready to introduce your students to their new robotic learning buddy!

Seats are limited, so don't miss out! Secure your spot and get more info here: https://pulse.ly/hoeq5tha7p

03/20/2026

We love that Elizabeth and Macy were able to share about technology!

03/20/2026

Thanks to Bob from National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability for inviting us to be a part of this!