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More housing association tenants in Scotland will benefit from independent living technologies
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The Scottish Government has announced that the budget for a programme that uses technology in housing to help older people remain independent for longer will more than double this year from £8.2 million to £20.9 million. This means more housing association tenants will benefit from the Registered Social Landlord Adaptations Programme, a preventative model…
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Council launches online guide to provide information on assistive tech and services to support independent living
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A new platform has been launched on Reading Borough Council’s website which directs residents to information on assistive technologies and access to support independent living. AskSARA is an award-winning online self-help guide where residents can explore a problem they are experiencing. It provides expert advice and information on equipment and support for all adults. The yes/no questionnaire…
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Councils can now easily manage their local builder lists for housing adaptations via a free national platform
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Foundations, the national body for the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and home improvement agencies in England, has launched the ‘game-changing’ new Home Adaptations Installer Network. The free network is designed to do two things: provide support for local authorities and enable them to manage their local builder lists through a national platform. The Home…
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Enhancing Digital Accessibility: Introducing Our New AI-Powered Alt Text Generator
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In our visually rich digital world, Images convey vast amounts of information, tell stories, and evoke emotion. But what happens when these images are invisible to a segment of your audience? For millions of people who are blind, have low vision, or use assistive technologies like screen readers, the internet can become a landscape…
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At Assistive AI Lab, we are dedicated to developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies to enhance accessibility and empower individuals with diverse needs. Our interdisciplinary team passionately pursues innovative research and practical solutions, bridging the gap between advanced AI techniques and inclusive, real-world applications.
Our mission is to ensure that artificial intelligence benefits everyone, particularly those traditionally underserved by technology. By focusing on accessibility, usability, and human-centered design, our lab creates transformative tools and systems that facilitate greater independence, inclusion, and quality of life.
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- Assistive Technology Development: Creating intelligent solutions that improve daily living, communication, and mobility.
- Inclusive AI Systems: Ensuring AI applications are designed to be universally accessible and beneficial.
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