The deafblind field at Nordic Welfare Centre supports equal opportunities and participation for the deafblind. Nordic Welfare Centre raises awareness on deafblindness through activities such as courses and seminars. They also offer educational publications in various languages as well as related videos.
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OHOA: Deaf-Blind Intervener Learning Modules
The Open Hands, Open Access (OHOA): Deaf-Blind Intervener Learning Modules are designed to increase awareness, knowledge, and skills related to intervention for deaf-blind students (ages 3 through 21). The modules are created by a group of experts in the field of deaf-blindness, and include topics on communication, learning, professionalism and preparations for adult life. The modules… Continue reading OHOA: Deaf-Blind Intervener Learning Modules
EDbN
EDbN is a nonprofit entity campaigning for greater recognition of deafblindness in Europe and the inclusion of the needs of deafblind people in European society and policy work. The member institutions and partners, led by the Spanish Federation of Deafblind (FESOCE) carry out actions targeting direct attention and care intervention.
Focus40 Braille Display
Focus40 has a user-friendly keyboard and control layout. You can have up to five Bluetooth connections so that you can easily connect to iOS and Android devices such as smartphones, iPads, and tablets. You can also use the Perkins-style keyboard for effortless Braille text input to control your computer. When you combine the Focus 40… Continue reading Focus40 Braille Display
Bumpons
Bumpons offer a simple and effective way to mark everyday items around the house. These raised bumps are supplied on self-adhesive sheets, and are available in a range of sizes, shapes and colours.
Feelif
Feelif is a Braille learning device. The device enables a person to feel pictures, shapes and colours with a special tactile grid, vibrations and sounds. Feelif devices are based on the Android OS and alongside Feelif’s applications the device can be used for web browsing, calls and reading emails.
Taptilo
Taptilo is a smart Braille education device with interactive audio and tactile guidance. It includes a basic set of 17+ games and activities, the English alphabet, numbers, and 800+ essential literacy words divided into categories based on reading level. Additionally, Taptilo has a built-in WiFi feature and an app download centre. Available in UEB and… Continue reading Taptilo
BrailleNote Touch Plus
BrailleNote Touch Plus – 18 Cell is the most up-to-date note taker supported by the Android Oreo platform. Compatible with most third-party applications. You can create multiple language profiles and customize them with a selection of braille codes and voices. BrailleNote Touch Plus is equipped with a touchscreen.
Passive Counterweight Spoon
The Spoon Steady is a useful adapted dining aid for the deafblind. An adjustable strap is used to secure it around the hand, reducing grip requirements. It has five independent parts and a counterweight ensures that the spoon stays in balance.
WeWALK Smart Cane
Smart Cane paired up with a smartphone app. WeWALK detects above-ground obstacles with ultrasound. It has a built-in touchpad used to control WeWALK’s features. Navigation feature includes clock directions, destination tracking and low-vision mapping. Full screen reader compatiblity (Voiceover and Talkback) and Gestures via WeWALK touchpad. App includes 9 languages. Estimated battery life on a… Continue reading WeWALK Smart Cane