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Wow, I am most impressed with the Inclusive site. Thanks for sending this
tip. It has great pictures and good explanations of accessibility items for
many of the people I work with who do not have low vision. Thanks, again.
Donna Mae Wilson
Assistive Technology Coordinator
Western Carolina Center
Morganton, NC 28655
828-433-2668
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From: * EASI: Equal Access to Software & Information
[mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Annabel Gregory
Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2001 12:19 AM
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Subject: Re: Keyboard for a Person with Low Vision
I've met a number of people who have difficulty seeing or using a standard
keyboard and have a couple of suggestions besides adding large print labels:
1. Some people in this situation really like the Big Keys LX keyboard ( it
has
one inch square keys which are white with large black letters. It doesn't
have
a number pad or function keys (though you can still access these functions)
but
is very simple to use and easy to see. It does however mean purchasing a
whole
new keyboard so is a more expensive option that just using large print keys.
(If you are familiar with the Big Keys Plus keyboard, then have a look at
this
one - its fixed some of those annoying little quirks like no proper shift or
backspace key!)
More info from bigkeys.com
2. I also like the Keyboard with KidGlove from Inclusive Technology in the
UK.
It is a standard keyboard with a clear plastic skin over the top. There are
high contrast key labels on the inside of the skin. This has the advantage
that
you can take off the skin if other people prefer a standard look, and that
the
labels last longer before peeling off. More info at www.inclusive.co.uk
(Just a note about my commercial status - my company does supply both these
products, but only within Australia!)
Regards,
Annabel Gregory
Computer Access Specialist
Regency Park Rehabilitation Engineering
Adelaide, South Australia
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http://regencyrehab.cca.org.au
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Hi,
I am researching options for a friend. He is looking for a keyboard for his
elderly mother-in-law. She is not a touch typist and has difficulty seeing
the letters on a regular keyboard. He wants to find something so that she
can continue to use her computer to do e-mail.
I have found some possible options in catalogs, but I am wondering if anyone
here might have some good suggestions.
Thanks!
Tim
Tim Harshbarger
Disability Support
State Farm Insurance Companies
Email: [log in to unmask]
Phone 309-766-0154
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