Our Community Assistive Technology (AT) Lending Library gives our community members access to AT devices that they want to see or borrow. All equipment housed at Independence Now will be sanitized after viewing or borrowing by a consumer. We can also provide device demonstrations in-person or virtually. Consumers can pick up device loans or they could be shipped to their residence.
If you would like to reserve an item, or have any other questions about our lending library, contact 240-898-2188 or jclark@innow.org.
Products in our AT Lending Library have been purchased with grant money from the Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP).
Assistive Technology Devices
- All
- Low Vision
- Communications
- Independent Living
Eschenbach SmartLux Digital Portable Video Magnifier
The SmartLux Digital is a portable video magnifier with a 5" LCD TFT providing 5x, 7x, 9x, or 12x magnification and 5 different viewing modes that include full color, black on white, white on black, black on yellow, and yellow on black. Simple control buttons are symbolically marked and there are only 3 to learn: On/Off, Magnification setting, and the Contrast Mode.
Freedom Scientific Topaz Magnifier
The TOPAZ family of desktop video magnifiers combine ease-of-use with powerful features and provide a clear, crisp picture with a wide range of magnification and color-coded controls. The ergonomic design provides exceptional reading comfort for hours of use in the home, office, or school.
Ruby XL HD Handheld Video Magnifyer
Ruby XL HD Magnification has a five-inch screen and can magnify materials up to 14 times. It snaps open to hold the screen at a natural angle to slide across a document as you read. Color-coded tactile buttons make it easy to adjust magnification, select the color mode, or add a reading line or masks.
GoTalk 9+ AAC
This augmentative and alternative communication device (AAD) supports those with limited to no speech throughout their daily activities. Records and stores up to 45 messages in five levels, up to 8.25 minutes in total. Nine programmable buttons allow the user to personalize each level with pictures and vocal recordings. Includes three additional core buttons for frequently used words or phrases across levels. Offers sequential recording for quick set-up and re-recording.
Pocketalker® Ultra System
The Pocketalker® Ultra System amplifies sounds closest to the listener while reducing background noise. Ideal for one-on-one conversation, small-group and television listening, or conversing in the car. Use with or without hearing aids. Simply plug in your earpiece, position the microphone near the preferred sound, adjust volume to your comfort – and start listening.
Olympus 2GB Digital Voice Recorder
Voice recording and playback devices can be used to create reminders and take notes. For example, due to difficulties with memory associated with a seizure disorder or from medications taken, a consumer might benefit from the use of a voice recorder that would enable verbal directions / instructions to be recorded. This would enable the consumer to listen repeatedly and over an extended period of time if needed.
Easi-Grip Contoured Handle Carving Knife
PETA Easi Grip Contoured Handle Carving Knife has an ergonomic soft feel handle. The handle is set at a 90° angle from the blade to align the wrist in a natural stress-free position. Stainless steel serrated blade is durable and long lasting. The Easi-Grip handle is particularly beneficial for those with conditions which weaken the hand and wrist and provides a firm grip in either hand.
Non-Contact Talking Thermometer
Talking bi-lingual personal thermometer uses infrared, non contact technology to safely measure your personal body temperature. To use the thermometer, simply hold the unit 2"-4" off of the forehead and wait a few seconds for the results. The thermometer never touches the body.
iPod Touch
The Apple iPod touch comes with accessibility features like VoiceOver, Assistive Touch, Guided Access, and more. Use triple-click to quickly access frequently used Accessibility features.
Pre-installed app include:
Waterproof Cutting Board With Aluminium Food Spikes
Waterproof Cutting Board With Aluminium Food Spikes is suitable for one-handed users or those who have limited grip. The board is made from high-grade plastic with aluminium food spikes that keep a food item firmly and hygienically in place. The spikes on the board hold the item to be sliced or diced firmly in place providing the user better control.
Apple iPad
iPads provide many accessibility features to support your vision, physical and motor, hearing, and learning needs.
Pre-installed app include:
Comfort Audio Comfort Duett Portable Lightweight Hearing Amplifier Personal Listener
The Comfort Duett New Personal Listener from Comfort Audio is an easy-to-use hearing amplifier that helps you hear every word loud and clear, whether youre atlively family dinner, chatting on the phone or watching TV. This Comfort Duett model is redesigned with large volume buttons in an intuitive layout. Choose to use the Duett with the included earphone or headphone.
C-Pen Reader Pen
Scan text with this state-of-the-art device to have words read out with natural speaking voices and defined with highest tier dictionaries in an instant. ReaderPen also features a voice recorder and supports to store scanned text.
Everything is built-in and there is no need or requirement for internet connection.