Support from other companies
Support is also available from other companies who offer further help and assistance on accessibility. These companies are listed below with links to their websites.
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Optelec
Optelec has a range of assistive products, whether it be a simple optical magnifier for low vision, or the latest device to assist a Braille user to access all parts of the information world. View their YouTube Channel at OptelecTube
Humanware
HumanWare is the global leader in assistive technology for people who are blind or have low vision and offers a wide range of innovative products.
Buddy App – The perfect tool to learn, teach and interact with HumanWare’s products which you can download from HumanWare Buddy App
YouTube channel – Visit the YouTube channel at Technologies HumanWare
Education – view the Education Resource guide at HumanWare education resource guide
Live Webinar Series – Interesting back-to-school topics that focus on the use of braille devices or smart magnification tools. View the webinars at HumanWare Live Webinar
Support – Support sections by product can be viewed at HumanWare Support
Sight and Sound Technology
Sight and Sound Technology is an accredited Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) training provider across the UK and Ireland. They are experts in supplying and supporting assistive software and hardware designed for use by disabled students to help them with their course work.
Training – read about their training at Sight and Sound DSA training
Educational Hardware Products – View their hardware at education hardware
Educational Software Products – View their software at education software
Associated Optical
Associated Optical is the UK partner of Eschenbach Optik, Germany. They have the latest range of magnifiers, reading aids and low vision products. Visit the Associated Optical Website or Associated Optical YouTube.
Concept Northern
Concept Northern provides assistive technology, training and support to people of all ages to help increase productivity and equality. Visit their website.
iansyst
iansyst provides exceptional assistive computer technology, consultancy, training and software for people with dyslexia, autism, dyspraxia, visual and hearing impairments, dyscalculia and also individuals who require physical solutions. Iansyst is a leading DSA approved supplier and an Access to Work provider. Visit their website.
Ability Net
Ability Net offers a step-by-step guide to using My Computer My Way to highlight adjustments you can make to your computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone to make it easier to use.