iCanConnect

iCanConnect provides free equipment & training for people with both significant vision & hearing loss to communicate with friends, family & the world.

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

This #WorldATDay, we celebrate the assistive tools and training that empower the deafblind community to stay connected. Read Matthew’s story of renewed connection through #iCanConnect: https://t.co/sJvxZgnYcJ
#AssistiveTech #Accessibility #A11y #WorldAssistiveTechnologyDay

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

At 82, vision & hearing loss left Pearl feeling isolated when her phone became too hard to use. Thanks to #iCanConnect, she received an iPhone, iPad, and the training to master them! Now, she's back to video calling her family. Read more: https://t.co/raLafmBxoi #OlderAmericans

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Today is the 15th Annual Global Assistive Tech Awareness Day! #iCanConnect provides free equipment & 1-on-1 training to help the DeafBlind community stay connected to the world.
Learn more at https://t.co/c0FSyvLaof or 800-825-4595.
#GAAD #AssistiveTech #DeafBlind #A11y #NDBEDP

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

When vision & hearing loss left Natalie feeling isolated, #iCanConnect helped her reclaim her independence with a free smartphone, magnified computer, and 1-on-1 training.
Story: https://t.co/7O08ilAMXG
#OlderAmericansMonth

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

This May is #OlderAmericansMonth. #iCanConnect helps eligible older Americans with combined hearing and vision loss stay in touch with loved ones and their communities through free technology and training. Learn more: https://t.co/ti7oBVIY8A #AssistiveTech

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Is a senior in your life feeling isolated due to hearing and vision loss? #iCanConnect offers free assessments, accessible devices, and one-on-one training to help them with reconnect with family and friends. Learn more: https://t.co/xlfBQ22aQ0 #Accessibility #Seniors #A11y

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Happy #NationalInterpreterAppreciationDay! Interpreters are essential partners in our mission to provide communication access for people with significant combined hearing and vision loss. Today, we celebrate your dedication to making every conversation count. #iCanConnect

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

It’s #OlderAmericansMonth! Aging can bring changes to how we see & hear, and often how we connect with the world. If you or a loved one are experiencing age-related vision & hearing loss, #iCanConnect can help. Visit https://t.co/c0FSyvLaof or call 1-800-825-4595 to learn more.

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Congratulations to @HabenGirma for being appointed a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Ministry of Culture. Haben is the first #Deafblind person since #HelenKeller to receive this distinction!
Read more: https://t.co/PTmqN0p9av #Braille #Inclusion #HabenGirma

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

JJ Bacarella didn’t let vision and hearing loss slow him down. With an iPhone, iPad, and personal training from #iCanConnect, he’s navigating the world with confidence again. Read his story: https://t.co/mwuM2QiViT #AssistiveTech #DeafBlind

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Does #Medicare or #Medicaid affect your #iCanConnect eligibility?

We break it down for you. The highlights: ✅ Medicaid enrollment automatically satisfies iCanConnect’s income requirement. ✅ Medicare has no impact on your eligibility.

https://t.co/uSPypwcYze

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

LEGO is becoming more accessible! Accessibility advocate and LEGO enthusiast Matthew Shifrin helped create text-based and audio instructions for the blind and low-vision community.

Read more: https://t.co/fSMJfycjUv

#Accessibility #Inclusion #LEGO #Innovation #GoodNews

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Jackie Ellington shares how to qualify for #iCanConnect! ✅ Applicants must meet: 1️⃣ Income Guidelines: < 400% of Federal Poverty Guidelines (or current enrollment in SNAP, Medicaid, etc) 2️⃣ Disability Guidelines: Combined hearing & vision loss. Learn more https://t.co/Bb8LsCvyIZ

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Meet Casandra Xavier, a disability advocate from #Boston and an #iCanConnect participant! Read her story to learn how the free equipment she received through iCanConnect helps her stay connected with her friends, family, and community. https://t.co/mKKfmNcZ25 #a11y #AssistiveTech

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Wishing everyone a lucky and well-connected St. Patrick's Day from all of us at iCanConnect! 🍀✨#iCanConnect #StPatricksDay #Connection

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Meet Heather! As an #iCanConnect state contact, she helps people with significant vision and hearing loss access the tech & training they need to stay connected. Check out what she has to say about the power of staying connected. https://t.co/Bb8LsCvyIZ #AssistiveTech #DeafBlind

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

On #RareDiseaseDay, we’re proud to support the strength of those with conditions like Usher and CHARGE syndrome. Through #iCanConnect, participants like Rondae get the assistive tech and training they need to stay connected. Read her story: https://t.co/HiEtHewzfs #AssistiveTech

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

Happy #NationalCaregiversDay! Caregivers are essential partners in helping people with combined hearing and vision loss gain independence through technology.

Check out our new guide specifically for #caregivers and family members: https://t.co/Tdmm0sj048

#iCanConnect #A11y

[Perkins School for the Blind @PerkinsVision]

What the world needs now is love – and respectful interactions.

The best way to demystify disability, accessibility and inclusion? Talk about it.

This #LowVisionAwarenessMonth, #SpreadLove by helping people understand how to kindly interact with people in the @BlindNewWorld

[iCanConnect @iCanConnect1]

It’s #TechMinutes Tuesday! Discover how macOS #accessibility features help people with combined hearing and vision loss navigate the digital world with confidence. Learn more about #iCanConnect at https://t.co/Bb8LsCw6yx. #Accessibility #InclusiveTech #DeafBlind #a11y