Discovering the Power of Assistive Tools for Computer Access

by | Apr 30, 2025 | Computers in the Home, Digital Inclusion

New videos spotlight adaptive tools to build independence and resilience – available for demonstrations right now at the LAMP Campus.

KC Digital Drive is proud to announce the launch of three new videos highlighting our Missouri Assistive Technology (MoAT) Demo Site at the LAMP Campus in Kansas City. This initiative, a partnership between MoAT and KC Digital Drive, showcases assistive technology (AT) tools designed to increase digital access and equity for people of all abilities.

Each video introduces a different aspect of the demo site: custom keyboards, accessible mice, and vital community resources. Viewers will see how technology like joystick mice and high-visibility keyboards, and can open doors for individuals with disabilities. The Demo Site also serves as a hands-on educational resource for those interested in learning more about assistive technology tools and how they can support everyday digital activities.

Here are the topics for the new videos:

  • Custom keyboards – Clever Keyboard, Adjustable Keyboard (Goldtouch), High-visibility Keyboard (Logickeyboard)
  • Accessible computer mice: Joystick Mouse N-Abler Pro, Kensington Trackball Mouse, Goldtouch Ergonomic Mouse, Goldtouch Vertical Mouse R, MouseTrapper Advance 2.0, HeadMouse Nano
  • AT Community resources: MoAT (Missouri Assistive Technology), The Whole Person, Ability KC’s Adaptive Computer and Communicative Technology Program (ACCT), Rockhurst University Missouri Assistive Technology Satellite Center, Adaptive Gaming in ACCT (Ability KC), MoAT’s TAP (Technology Access Program) for the Internet

Located at 1801 Linwood Blvd, the LAMP Campus computer lab includes a Demo Site with all of this equipment available for individuals to explore technology that improves communication, access, and independence. Whether you’re new to assistive tech or looking for tools to better support your clients, our Demo Site is open for discovery for everyone.

Watch the videos, share with your networks, and stop by to see the technology in action! Together, we’re building a more inclusive digital future.

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