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  • How some simple tech adjustments can help you work with arthritis

    Alex.Barker | 21 Aug 2017
    A new report by Arthritis Research UK highlights the number of working days lost through the condition, but different ways of working could help some overcome difficulties. AbilityNet can show you how.
  • School's out for summer...but here's how disabled students starting uni in autumn can get the right support

    Alex.Barker | 07 Aug 2017
    It seems like the summer holidays have just started, but it won't be too long before new students are going off to university for the first time. In 2016, Disability Rights UK came up with some handy guidance for disabled students about what Adjustments could be made by universities to help those...
  • 13 super-useful time-saving tech tips for less stressful working and living

    Alex.Barker | 26 May 2017
    We've put our top time-saving tips together to make it easier for you to use your devices, including tips on text-to-speech and speech-to-text options on your devices. These are game changers!
  • Can you go mouse-less on Global Accessibility Awareness Day?

    Alex.Barker | 17 May 2017
    Using a mouse or pointing device is part and parcel of using a computer for most people. Why not go mouse-less on Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) and see how easy it is? GAAD is on Thursday 18th May and is the perfect opportunity to talk and think about digital accessibility for people...
  • AbilityNet supports Mental Health Week

    Alex.Barker | 03 May 2017
    One in four people in the UK will have some sort of mental illness in their life time. As this week is Mental Health week we want to encourage everyone to be open about their problems.
  • Siri on the Mac and 9 other simple tech fixes that will make your life easier

    Alex.Barker | 31 Mar 2017
    Everyone knows the facts about technology....or do they? Here are some surprising facts that might help you out!
  • The latest in accessible camper vans and ready made meals - what's new at Naidex 2017

    Alex.Barker | 30 Mar 2017
    Advice and Information Officer Alex Barker attended Naidex recently. Here are his thoughts on the show.
  • BBC Disability Works explores the world of work for disabled people

    Alex.Barker | 17 Feb 2017
    According to the World Bank, there are at least 1 billion people who have some sort of disability around the world - and having a disability means you are more likely to be unemployed than the general population.
  • Technology isn't just for Christmas: 6 ways to get help using your tech

    Alex.Barker | 19 Dec 2016
    You have been bought a nice piece of technology for Christmas. The problem is that you have no idea what to do next. Don't worry. We can help you! We specialise in helping disabled people and older people get the most of technology and assistive tech. See more on our ITCanHelp service and who else...
  • How can technology help people with Macular Degeneration?

    Alex.Barker | 08 Nov 2016
    There are lots of ways that tech can help people with macular degeneration.
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