Idaho Assistive Technology Project

01/13/2026

01/04/2026

Today we celebrate World Braille Day, and the power of literacy, access, and independence.

January 4 marks Louis Braille's birthday, whose tactile writing system transformed education and opportunity for individuals who are blind or DeafBlind worldwide. It also launches Braille Literacy Month, a time to honor how braille literacy expands access to information, communication, and participation.

Braille isn't just dots on a page, it's direct access to written language. For the DeafBlind community especially, braille serves as a primary communication pathway, enabling connection to information and conversations when audio alternatives aren't accessible. Whether through traditional braille, refreshable braille displays, or tactile graphics, braille opens doors to learning, employment, and everyday autonomy.

At Helen Keller Services, we see this every day. Our participants use braille to read job training materials, access technology through braille displays, and engage with the world on their own terms. From our vocational rehabilitations program to our technology training, we're committed to advancing braille access in education, employment, digital spaces, and beyond.

Braille is empowerment. It's access. It's independence.

Image Description: Close-up photograph of hands reading braille on a white page. The text "WORLD BRAILLE DAY" appears in dark blue letters on the left side, with braille cells below that spell out "World Braille Day." Helen Keller Services logo is positioned in the bottom right corner.

12/31/2025

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12/24/2025

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Holiday Season. Our team have all loved working with Idahoans to give them access to Assistive Technology. Hope to see you all in the New Year. ☃

12/19/2025

Buttons the elf had to take a break from all his office shenanigans. Luckily, we have plenty of sensory items to help.
Clevy headphones: https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183530
Vibro Acoustic Bean Bag: https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183572
Sensory Toys: https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183208
🎀Plenty More Available. Reach out to staff for more options 🎀

12/19/2025

Buttons the Elf needed a sensory break from all his office shenanigans. Good thing we have a nice selection of sensory items for him to take a break.
Vibro Acoustic Chair: https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183572
Changing Seasons Sensory: https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183208
Clevy Headphones: https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183530
***More Available just reach out for more options🎀

12/17/2025

12/16/2025

🖌Buttons our library elf has been busy using assistive technology to write a list to Santa. He loves using the adaptive scissors and stamps to help him craft.
**Featured AT that can be found in our library:
https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=183545
https://idaho.at4all.com/item/itemdetails?id=115286
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12/08/2025

☃ Idaho Assistive Technology staff have been busy in our workshop making sure all our toys are healthy and ready to bring joy to all Idahoans. Browse our toys for checkout here: 🎁 https://idaho.at4all.com/

11/27/2025

Meet SESTA's AT Consultant, Etta Cobb

11/20/2025

Kim utilizes VoiceOver on her iPhone to help her navigate her smartphone.

11/20/2025

🩰 🎄

We’re excited to invite you to a special performance designed for people that need special accommodations! For just $10 a ticket, enjoy a wonderful open dress rehearsal that welcomes people of all abilities.

You can expect:
• A friendly, open environment where everyone can enjoy the performance.
• The freedom to move around and appreciate the show in a way that suits you best - feel free to express yourselves verbally!
• Opportunity to exit during the performance.
• Accommodations for all abilities, ensuring a welcoming space for the whole family.

If this is an opportunity that you would like to take advantage of, please email kim@caldwellfinearts.org