Living and laughing with a disability - cerebral palsy; ordinary life, extraordinary circumstances.

Showing posts with label gadgets for the disabled. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gadgets for the disabled. Show all posts

Sunday, May 11, 2008

Segways for the disabled

I think it is wonderful that disabled vets are gaining mobility with the Segway, and seg4vets is facilitating it.

I remember when the Segway first came out, there was a lot of hoopla of how it would change the world. I think the thought was people would give up walking and cars for Segways. With the soaring price of gas, this could still happen.

Here is a great story about how the Segways are helping vets gain mobility.

I found a video of a guy who added a seat to a Segway. I found a SegSeat ($749?).

I doubt Jodie and I would have the balance to handle a Segway, but it does peak my interest. People look at you different when you are sitting in a scooter rather than being up at eye level.

I believe the Ibot uses the same technology, but I am sure at a much higher price ($29,000) vs the Segway ($5,000 - $6,000).

I would still like to try a Segway...

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Easy Writer

I'd like to try one of these.



Handwriting is difficult for me. I have been typing since I was 7. I would love to have the freedom that handwriting gives. I wish I could try a Easy Writer on a tablet computer.



This still would not help me sign those pesky Visa receipts...not much left of the reciept when I'm done!