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Getting ready for the next version / production prototype of my special needs device. Feedback would be appreciated. Here is the document. Thank you
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What we are working on in no order:
  • Device for Anthony - non verbal indivudual using picture cards
  • 3 video shorts on making the devices we brought to Bay Area Maker Faire
  • 1 regular length video of building the devices for Bay Area Maker Faire
  • 1 video of being at Bay Area Maker Faire
  • Pitch application for SWSX
  • Building some hardware for Jay Leno's 1911 Detroit Electric retro-mod restoration
  • Getting some devices built for local special needs classroom
  • Sponsors
  • Posible side education toy project to better fund giving everything away

Pictured device is in the hands of "Moana".
Aparently she loves it and the button vibration and neo-pixel lights are fun. We will see how she progresses with this device and are standing by ready to update as needed.
The device is currently configured as a basic needs communication device, but first she needs to develop some associations. It is easily updated in python through USB port and / or microSD card.

Open Source Assistive Devices
Expanding Accessibility, One Individual at a Time
The mission is to expand accessibility, collaborate with like-minded innovators, and grow open-source resources for special needs technology. Whether you're a potential collaborator, someone seeking support, or just curious, stop by to learn, connect, and explore how we can build solutions together!

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Shout out to HandtoHand Pattaya for doing wonderful work and getting me motivated to start building special needs devices now, instead of waiting.




Received and bringing up.
Minimum Full Assistive Communication Device
Working name MacD?
📏 Overview: The device measures 80mm (3 inches) square and features large 12mm buttons, a compact (likely monochrome) screen, an audio amplifier, and support for a rechargeable battery. It’s designed to work with the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, but is also compatible with the original Pico. It includes connectors for integration into a larger system.

🛠️ Use Cases: Ideal for developers as a development board or as a compact emergency lanyard device.

💸 Estimated Cost: At quantities of 25, the PCB with components and battery is estimated at $25 USD per unit (not including potential tariffs).

🎨 Optional Upgrade: For a few dollars more, a larger color screen could be used. This would require additional space and possibly some redesign.

🎟️ Next Steps: I have some coupons available and I’m considering using them to build this board—unless another project takes priority.
Square with large buttons or smaller with rotary encoder?
Rotary Encode can just be smacked for a distress message ...
We just began work on our next device for an adult that recently suffered from a brain aneurysm and in non verbal and has limited fine motor control in one arm. It is a variation of the previous device with a priority of getting something to them quickly and making adjustments as more information is available. We will try to take some video of the creation process, but that is low priority and we will see what happens.
By Requested donation Link to support the project.
We are partnered with American Legion Post 468 | Julian CA
to accept donations to support this project. We thank them for helping with something that we are bad at.
Happy to announce that we have our first 2 sponsors
Prusa has agreed to provide us with come of our filament needs
JLCPCB has agreed to provide us with coupons to build some of our PCB's




Starting anunal cancer ride in September 2025
Raised $279 Image is not currently updating ...


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