Categories
Accessible Assistive Technology Resources Bridges Blog Series: September Solutions 2024

Comparing and Contrasting Windows 10 and Windows 11

September Solutions School has begun throughout the state of Maryland, and we at the Bridges Technical Assistance Center and Helpdesk explore solutions to help prepare for two environments we cannot control: Medical care and Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows 11. This week, we celebrate National IT Professionals Day with our special guest contributor, Curtis Chong. […]

Categories
Covid-19 Public Health Awareness

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month: Shining a Light on Resilience and Recovery

September is Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of SCIs and celebrating the resilience and strength of those living with spinal cord injuries.

Categories
Bridges Resource Library Crossing Bridges Together: Secondary Transition In the Field, A Reading Room For Educators

Tactile Graphics Resources for Math and Concept Development

Updated as of September 14, 2024. Overview Please find below information about the tactile drawing board and some math resources. There are also many science resources available in the Bridges Resource Library’s Resources For Secondary Science Classes Reading Room entry. Scenarios and Strategies Scenario: Blind/low vision students resisting use of accessible tools and techniques Everyone […]

Categories
Bridges Resource Library

Medical Insurance for SSI Recipients

Updated as of September 14, 2024. Maryland provides Medicaid eligibility to people eligible for SSI benefits. Application and Eligibility In Maryland, the SSI application is also the Medicaid application. Medicaid eligibility starts the same month as SSI eligibility. There is a one-month waiting period before Medicaid coverage will begin. What About SSI Recipients Who Lose […]

Categories
Bridges Resource Library

Benefits That May Be Available to SSI and SSDI Recipients

Updated as of September 14, 2024. Government Support Programs Tuition Waiver at Maryland Community Colleges Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT) Program SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Government Support Programs Available to SSDI and SSDI Recipients Lifeline: Free/low-cost internet or cell phone Discounted Membership Programs Amazon Prime discounted membership Walmart+ discounted membership (Walmart+ Assist) Recreational Opportunities Museums […]