Adaptive technology for individuals who are deaf-blind

Issue title: Persons with Deaf-Blindness

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Belanich, James^; | Gelvar, Sheri

Affiliations: Communications Learning Center, Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths and Adults, 111 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, NY 11050, USA | Maryland Technology Assistance Program, Maryland Rehabilitation Center, Baltimore, MD, USA

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Abstract: An overview of adaptive technology for individuals who are deaf-blind. The description includes different basic features that are available in particular types of equipment, including: braille access devices, braille embossers, braille translators, computer screen magnification systems, optical character recognition scanners, closed circuit televisions, and braille/print typing systems. Some additional descriptions of advanced features are discussed. Several hybrid adaptive aids are also described, including: Braille Lite, Telebraille III, Infotouch, Braille Telecaption System, Large Print TDD, Mountbatten Brailler, and Optacon II. A listing of manufacturers/distributors and other additional sources of information follows the article.

Keywords: Technology, Deaf-blind, Adaptive equipment, Accessibility, Adaptive devices

DOI: 10.3233/JVR-1996-6208

Journal: Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 167-174, 1996