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?? First-time at Walk With Me 2025? Here's What You Need to Know! ?? Join us at the Houston Zoo on April 12 for a fun, accessible, and inclusive day at the Walk With Me 2025 fundraiser hosted by Easter Seals Greater Houston! ?? Wayfinding Tips: Follow the signs, use maps, or partner with a pro to easily navigate the zoo. ?? Afterparty Fun: Don’t miss the festival vibe with food, games, music, and cool displays from our partners. ?? Assistive Tech: Stop by our BridgingApps table to explore tech tools that can support independence and enrich lives. Check out the full guide for new participants and get ready for a day of adventure and support! ?? Read more here ↓ https://lnkd.in/ev-KExMN Walk With Me 2025 | Assistive Tech | Inclusive Community | Tech For Good | Houston Events | Houston Zoo

We're counting down the days to the 2025 Easter Seals Greater Houston Walk With Me Family Fun Walk! ??♀???♂? ?? Date: April 12, 2025 ?? Location: Houston Zoo Click the link below to join the BridgingApps team: https://lnkd.in/eGBtYUb2

Unlocking the Power of Assistive Technology for Everyone Want to know how Assistive Technology (AT) is transforming lives and creating more inclusive opportunities? Our latest blog post dives into the incredible impact AT can have on underserved communities, especially BIPOC individuals. Discover how BridgingApps is working to make AT accessible to all and empower those who need it most. Don’t miss out on this essential read! Check out the full blog post here → https://lnkd.in/e5Z4WpTq #ATforEveryone #AssistiveTechnology #Inclusion #BridgingApps #Empowerment

March is National Nutrition Month! The most important tip for better nutrition? Plan and organize. Without a clear plan, it’s easy to skip healthy meals and grab fast food. BridgingApps has put together a list of Nutrition Apps to help you plan meals, organize grocery shopping, and balance food and exercise. Check out our Nutrition App list here: https://lnkd.in/eVFz-_qk

We’re thrilled for our upcoming Walk With Me event April 12, 2025! Join us in supporting children and adults with disabilities as they use mobile devices to communicate, achieve educational success, and unlock their full potential. Be part of the 2025 Easter Seals Greater Houston Walk With Me Family Fun Walk! Click here to join the BridgingApps team: https://lnkd.in/eMPYQqM2

Working from home can be challenging, especially with distractions from kids, pets, and non-work devices! ?????? Whether you're trying to focus on a meeting or need uninterrupted time for deep work, here are some tips to help you create a more productive home office environment: Set clear boundaries with household members. ?? Use noise-canceling headphones or white noise to block distractions. ?? Turn off unnecessary notifications to stay focused. ?? Establish a "Do Not Disturb" mode on your devices. ?? Don’t forget to take breaks! A little downtime can help you recharge. ? For more tips on handling work-from-home challenges, check out this guide! → https://lnkd.in/e3T2tQ7V #WorkFromHome #Productivity #RemoteWork #HomeOffice #WorkAccommodations

?? Houston Money Week & Financial Literacy! It’s the perfect time to dive into FinTech and learn how digital tools can help manage your money! ?? From money apps and e-banking to digital transfers and investments, understanding these technologies is key to financial empowerment. Houston Money Week is celebrating by promoting financial literacy through workshops, resources, and an exciting essay contest. This year’s theme: "How can financial technologies help with money management?" The contest is open to all, with prizes for middle school to adult participants! Join the movement toward greater financial understanding! Learn more about fintech and discover apps that can boost your financial knowledge. ???? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eueXQTcn #HoustonMoneyWeek #FinTech #FinancialLiteracy #MoneyManagement #MoneySmart #FinancialApps #BridgingApps

The Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) 2025 Convention in Austin was a game-changer for educators! BridgingApps' Tara Rocha presented on essential topics like "I’m All Ears: Reading with Tech" and "Tick Tock Transition: The Road to Independence with Tech Tools." She explored cutting-edge tools for special-ed students, highlighting success stories and resources like Microsoft PowerPoint 365 for accessibility and the Youth2Adult transition tool. Key highlights from the event: ?? AI's role in student mental health ?? Tools to boost K-12 literacy ?? New notetaking and gamification tools like Knowt ?? Dyslexia simulations to better understand student struggles This year's TCEA experience was packed with fresh insights and tools for educators! Check out the full recap and explore the latest resources! ???? ?? Read the full blog post: https://lnkd.in/eJsCwAwR #TCEA2025 #EdTech #BridgingApps #TeachersTech #AIinEducation #AssistiveTech #SpecialEducation

Happy National Caregivers Day! ?? To all the incredible caregivers out there—today is for YOU. Taking care of a loved one is challenging, and often, you put your own needs on the back burner. But remember, self-care is not selfish. You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take a moment today to celebrate the small wins and show yourself some love. Whether it's a break, a hug, or a kind note, you deserve it all. And for those who care for a caregiver, don’t forget to show your appreciation—they need it more than you may realize! For more tips on how caregivers can take a break without guilt, check out today's blog post: https://lnkd.in/eVHKmF5z #NationalCaregiversDay #SelfCare #RespiteWithoutGuilt #SupportCaregivers #CaregiverAppreciation

February is Low Vision Awareness Month! ?? BridgingApps has put together a list of helpful apps designed specifically for people with low vision. These apps assist with everyday tasks, promote independence, and make life a little easier. Whether it's reading a book, making a phone call, using a calculator, browsing the web, or identifying objects, all it takes is a mobile device and an app to get instant support. Check out the full list of life-changing apps here: https://lnkd.in/eYa-pEaV