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In these modern times Computers are an essential piece of equipment for most people, but they are even more important Assistive Devices for persons with disabilities, including persons with Mobility Impairments. With the advent of the Internet and the multitude of businesses supported online, one’s imagination is the only limit. You can do just about anything from your home computer, including operating a business, doing research, socializing, listening to music, watching TV, movies, playing games, reading books, purchasing products, doing banking and taking part in discussions. Therapeutic treatments and support groups are even available on-line through your computer.
Many persons with Mobility Impairments turn to computers to assist them in the tasks mentioned above and there are a number of Assistive Devices & adaptions available to purchase which make almost any computer accessible for anyone to use.

The availability of this computer equipment and Assistive Devices is increasing thanks to various Organizations and Companies such as Edit Microsystems who have made concerted efforts to make sure that this equipment is easily available for persons with disabilities in South Africa.
To find out more about these Computers, Electronic Aids and Assistive Devices and the companies or organizations that provide them, please read the article below OR click on the shortcut links provided alongside.

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Sports & Hobby Equipment | What do you require?
1. Audible Balls
i. Audible Basketballs ii. Audible Cricket Balls
iii. Audible Soccer Balls iv. Futsal Balls v. Goal Balls
  vi. Showdown Balls vii. Torballs
2. Other Sports Equipment and Aids
i. Tandem Bicycles ii. Blind Folds iii. Sighted Guides
3. Hobby Aids
Card, Video & Board Games
Low Vision, Large Print & Braille Playing Cards
Braille Chess Scrabble Sudoku Touch Super Big Boggle
    TV, Sport, Movies, Music & Music Players
    Sowing & Needlework

Companies and Organisations That Can Assist

An increasing number of persons with disabilities are participating in sports and activities, leading to the development of new assistive technology that enable more sports enthusiasts with physical disabilities to play and enjoy a variety of sports and to participate in various activities. More complex assistive technology devices have been developed over time, and as a result, sports for persons with disabilities has evolved from being a therapeutic tool to competition activities.

Edit Microsystems (Pty) Ltd is an award-winning company that is devoted to finding alternative and state-of-the-art technical solutions to improve curriculum delivery in educational institutions and effective communication in business with a focus on high-speed functional connectivity and on-going support.

They have a proud tradition of innovation and are on the cutting edge of technological advances in education. Many of their products are designed to enhance interactivity in a classroom or lecture theatre. Edit Microsystems are also a leader in finding and providing specially adapted hardware and software for Learners with Special Educational Needs throughout South Africa.

Contact: 086 111 3973
Head Office: 13 Boy De Goede Circle, Table View, Cape Town, 7441.
They also have branches in KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Gauteng.
Website at: www.editmicro.co.za
Email them at: info@editmicro.co.za

Advertisement for Blind SA, working towards the empowerment of all Blind persons in SA

Blind SA is a national disabled People’s Organisation (DPO) of the blind and for the blind. Established in 1946 as the South African Blind Workers Organisation (SABWO) and became Blind SA in 2004. Head office is situated at 5 Fuchs Street, Alrode, Alberton, however our services are rendered to blind and visually impaired in all provinces in South Africa.

The vision of Blind SA is to do whatever is necessary or conducive to empower visually impaired people to become economically self-supporting and to live a full and meaningful life as citizens of South Africa.

The biggest challenges faced in our communities are the shortage of financial resources to enable our blind and visually impaired beneficiaries to reach their full potential as independent members of society.

The impact that Blind SA has had on the community is a more informed, empowered and enabled blind and visually impaired community. Because we have so many such people who are in serious need of our assistance, we would welcome the opportunity and resources to be able to reach more people with the view of creating a self-supporting, independent and informed blind and visually impaired community throughout South Africa.

“Our Purpose is to end the cycle of poverty for Blind South Africans, empowering them with knowledge and information through education, braille and developmental services and to break down barriers, provide opportunities and create answers that improve the quality of life for the blind community so that they can live the life they choose.”

Blind SA also stock and sell a variety of Assistive Devices to assist persons who are Blind, these include the Mali-Bhala, Tatrapoint Mechanical Brailler and Braille-Me. For any other requirements, contact Blind SA on: Tel: +27 11 839 1793/4 or Email: ceo@blindsa.org.za, Jennine Pare – sales@blindsa.org.za, or visit us at: Address: 5 Fuchs Street, Alrode, Gauteng, South Africa. Website: www.blindsa.org.za.

Sensory Solutions: Sensory Solutions is a South African company with considerable experience in the field of accommodating persons who are visually impaired, blind or partially sighted. We specialise in the field of providing Access Technology solutions for individuals, schools, universities, government departments and more, in order to make the environment more accessible for the visually impaired.

Sensory Solutions is at the forefront of the world’s leading Access Technology products and are in some cases the exclusive distributors. Sensory Solutions is a responsible employer which employs people from previously disadvantaged backgrounds as well as those who are disabled. Part of our mission is to advise individuals and institutions on the best solutions available for particular environments, to design such solutions and finally to implement them on site. As such, we are approved African distributors for a wide range of Access Technology products selected specifically for their suitability to the African environment and our specific situation.

We are proud to be appointed exclusive and preferred dealerships for some of the world’s most leading Access Technology manufacturers. Our mission and ethos revolve around our fellow man, empowering them and making the playing fields level as far as we can make a difference.

Whether you are an individual, institution or company in need of information regarding Access Technology, we are ready to assist you. Please feel free to contact us at our Head Office on +27 12 664 7704 or at 226 Kruger Avenue, Lyttelton Manor, Centurion, 0157. Email: info@sensorysolutions.co.za, khan@sensorysolutions.co.za or visit our website at: www.sensorysolutions.co.za.

Sports & Hobby Equipment | What do you require?

An increasing number of people with impairments are participating in sports and activities, leading to the development of new assistive technology that enable sports enthusiasts with Visual Impairments to play and enjoy a variety of sports and hobbies. More complex assistive technology devices have been developed over time, and as a result, sports for persons with disabilities has evolved from being a therapeutic tool to competition activities.

1. Audible Sound Balls

Various types of Sports Equipment such as blade prosAudible sound balls help people who are blind or have low vision participate confidently in sports and play by providing clear audio cues through the rattling bells in the balls to indicate the ball’s movement and location. They promote independence, coordination, and inclusion by enabling equal participation in physical and recreational ball sports.

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2. Other Sports Equipment & Aids

Sports wheelchairs are specially engineered for speed, agility and stability, allowing athletes to perform at their highest level.

With lightweight frames and sport-specific designs, they enhance mobility, safety, and precision for both competitive and recreational players.

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A group of people who are blind playing a card game using braille cards

3. Hobby Aids

Hobby aids for people who are blind enable meaningful participation in activities such as crafts, music, games, and reading through tactile, audio, and adaptive design features. These tools support independence, creativity, and enjoyment while promoting inclusion and confidence in leisure activities.

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1. Sports Equipment

i. Audible Balls

i. Audible Basketballs

Audible Basketballs are used in a variety of Sports for Persons with Visual Impairments; this includes Basketball and Netball for the Blind. These Audible Basketballs have small bells in them, which makes a jingling sound when bounced, this helps Persons with Visual Impairments to be able to hear where the ball is. There are a variety of different types and sizes of these Basketballs which are sold in South Africa including the following Basketballs made by Handi Life Sport, which are sold by Edit Microsystems.
They include:

The Size 5 Basketball (pictured right) is an Orange Rubber Sound Ball. This is a junior basketball, which is orange and rubber and is a size 5, with a weight of approximately 530 grams and has a clear jingling sound.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

The Size 7 Basketball is a sound ball, which is orange and made of rubber, and weighs 660 grams. The Basketball has a clear jingling sound and is a normal size basketball.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

ii. Audible Cricket Balls

Easy Touch Large Print Multimedia Keyboard

The Size 5 Basketball: This Basketball (pictured right) is an Orange Rubber Sound Ball. This is a junior basketball, which is orange and rubber and is a size 5, with a weight of approx. 530 grams and has a clear jingling sound. You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

The Size 7 Basketball: This ball is a sound ball, which is orange and made of rubber, and weighs 660 grams. The Basketball has a clear jingling sound and is a normal size basketball. You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

iii. Audible Soccer Balls

Persons with Visual Impairments can play Soccer/Football, with support, training and with the assistance from Sporting Aids such as a “jingling or rattling” ball which can allow the player to know where the Soccer ball is. A coach on the sidelines shouting clear instructions can also help players, while a raised edge around the field can assist players to notice when the ball goes out of bounds.

Blind Football is variation of Futsal designed for players who are Blind or Visually Impaired, it is currently a Paralympic Sport and the ball that is used has been modified to make a jingling or Soccer ball with rattling sound rattling sound. These Audible Soccer balls are sold in South Africa including the following which are made by Handi Life Sport and are sold by Edit Microsystems.
They include the:

The Soccer Ball with Rattling Sound (pictured right) has 4 sound devices and is a size 5, it comes in different colours and designs, it looks like a normal football but is audible.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

The Medino Sound Ball is made from first class imitation leather and has a good grip and a fine rattling sound. It has a new attractive design and is 21 cm’s in diameter and weighs 430 grams.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

The Jumbo Ball with Sound is made from fine imitation leather and has a good rattling sound. It is red and white Petito Foam Ball with Sound in colour and has a diameter of 29 cm and a weight of 640 g.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

The Petito Foam Ball (pictured right) is a multipurpose ball that can be used in many kinds of activities. This soft and friendly little ball has rattling bells and is well suited for everyone from small children to seniors.

The ball can be used in many kinds of play and games. The Petito Foam ball is manufactured from pure PU material and is filled with acrylic wool. The ball measures approximately 13 cm in diameter but is not 100% spherical. The weight of the ball is approximately 200 grams. The ball is soft and spongy and will not hurt anyone and is easy to throw, roll, grab & hold. It has a pleasant rattling sound and can be used in different indoor environments, as well as outdoors in dry conditions.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.
There are also various other types of these products which are available from companies such as Edit Microsystems, contact them to see what other types of these products they can supply.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

There are also various other types of these products which are available from companies such as Edit Microsystems, contact them to see what other types of these products they can supply.

iv. Futsal Balls

Futsal is a variant of football played on a hard court, which is smaller than a football pitch and mainly played indoors. It can be considered a version of five-a-side football. Futsal is also played with a smaller, harder, low-bounce ball. The surface, ball and the rules, favour ball control and passing in small spaces.

There are a variety of different types and sizes of these Futsal balls that are sold in South Africa including the following which are made by Handi Life Sport and are sold by Edit Microsystems.

They include the:

The Official Football for the BlindThis Football is the official football for 5-a-side football for the Blind. This Futsal ball with bells is made according to IBSA standards by Handi Life Sport.

It is a size 3 and has low bounce and an excellent rattling sound, with 6 sound devices. It is made from strong imitation leather and has a circumference 60-62 cm.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

v. Goal Balls

Goalball is a team Sport designed specifically for athletes with Visual Impairments. Participants compete in teams of three and try to throw a ball that has bells embedded in it into the opponents’ goal. This Sport is played indoors, usually on a volleyball court. Eye shades allow partially sighted players to compete on an equal footing with Blind players.

Eye patches may be worn under eye shades to ensure complete coverage of the eye and prevent any vision should the eye shades become dislodged. Goalballs Players must use the sound of the bell in the ball to judge the position and movement of the ball.

These Goalballs are available in South Africa from companies such as Edit Microsystems and include:

The Goalball, Blue Rubber with Sound: (pictured right) weighs 1.25 kilograms, has eight holes and contains several noise bells. The ball’s diameter is approximately 24 centimetres. This Goalball is blue and made from rubber by Handi Life Sport according to IBSA standards.

These Goal Balls are available and are sold in South Africa by companies such as Edit Microsystems.
You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

There are also various other types of these products which are available from companies such as Edit Microsystems, contact them to see what other types of these products they can supply.

There are also various other types of these products which are available from companies such as Edit Microsystems, contact them to see what other types of these products they can supply.

vi. Showdown Balls

Showdown is a Sport for Persons who are Blind or are Visually Impaired. It is similar to air hockey, or table tennis and is growing very quickly around the world. It is also played by sighted players, but they are not allowed to participate in the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) tournaments. Showdown is comparatively inexpensive to start up and requires minimal maintenance. It can be played in a room the size of a classroom.

The only equipment needed is the specially designed table, two paddles, a special ball into which Ball Bearings have been inserted to make it audible. Opaque goggles and a glove are also used to protect the batting hand. The table can be disassembled and stored away after play if necessary.

Showdown Balls are sold in South Africa by Companies such as Edit Microsystems, which sell the following:

The Showdown Sound balls are yellow and made of plastic with a diameter 6 cm and a weight 30 grams. You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or receive a quote.

These Balls are available and are sold in South Africa by companies such as Edit Microsystems.
You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

There are also various other types of these products which are available from companies such as Edit Microsystems, contact them to see what other types of these products they can supply.

vii. Tore Ball

Torball: This Torball which is red and made of rubber, has a clear jingling sound and a diameter of 21 cm and weighs 500 grams. You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more or to receive a quote.

2. Other Sports Equipment & Aids

Listening to Music & enjoying Television, Movies & Sport are all Hobbies that can still be enjoyed alone or in a group by persons who are Blind or have Visual Impairments. These activities offer a great way to escape from your troubles for a couple of hours & can be both entertaining & inspirational. Thanks to several Assistive Devices supplied by Companies such as Edit Microsystems these activities can be made easier to enjoy.

Below are a number of these Music Aids which are available:

Tandem Bicycles

Tandem Bicycle is a form of bicycle designed to be ridden by more than one person, they have 2 saddles, one behind the other and have double the pedalling power. Tandem Bicycles enable blind and partially sighted persons to participate in and enjoy the sport of cycling. Tandem bicycles are used in competitions such as the Paralympics with Blind and Visually Impaired cyclists riding as stokers with fully sighted captains.

There are a variety of different types of Tandem Bicycles which are available and some high-performance tandems may weigh less than twice as much as a single bike, so the power-to-weight ratio may be slightly better than that of a single bike and rider.

Tandem Bicycles are available in South Africa from Organisations such as Tandem Cycling SA, contact them to see what types of these products they can supply.

3. Hobby Aids

Hobby Aids are adapted equipment that are used to assist Persons with Visual Impairment or who are Blind to continue to enjoy Hobbies like Sowing, Cards and Board Games. Due to the variety of different types of Visual Impairments, there are also a variety of different types of Hobby Aids or Equipment that can assist.

Below is a list of some of this equipment, which is available in South Africa from companies such as Edit Microsystems and Ability Assist.

i. Card, Video and Board Games

There are a variety of different types of Games that can be played by Persons with Visual Impairments or who are Blind. These Games have been altered slightly to include Braille writing for Persons who are Blind, or larger printing for Person who are Visually Impaired and are able to see to some extent. Some of these games can also be played on a computer using Computer Aids to assist. Visit our Computer & Electronic Aids section to find out more about this equipment.

Low Vision, Large Print & Braille Playing Cards

Larger cards can be easier to handle and see, Card Holders which take large or standard-sized cards can be useful for holding and sorting your hand.

Large Print Playing Cards which assist Persons with Visual Impairments who have some vision, are sold in South Africa by Organizations and Companies such as The South African National Council for the Blind, Edit Microsystems and Ability Assist.

They include:

Easy To See Coloured Playing Cards and Holders: have large letters and numbers which measure 40mm in height. Each suit has a different colour of black, red, green and blue.

The card packs come with a holder which can hold up to a full deck of cards. The card size is 63mm x 88mm.

These cards are available from companies such as Edit Microsytems, you can contact them to find out more or to receive a quote.

Large Print Playing Cards: include this set of plastic-coated playing cards from Ability Assist which has larger letters and numbers compared to normal cards, making it easier to read.

You can contact Ability Assist to find out more or to receive a quote..

Uno And Braille Cards: Uno is a family card game that comes in Braille for greater accessibility to all players.

You can contact the South African National Council for the blind to find out more or to receive a quote.
There are also various other types of these products which are available from companies such as Edit Microsystems, contact them to see what other types of these products they can supply..

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Low Vision, Large Print & Braille Playing Cards

Board Games

There are a variety of different types of Games that can be played by Persons with Visual Impairments or who are Blind. These Games have been altered slightly to include Braille writing for Persons who are Blind, or larger printing for Person who are Visually Impaired and are able to see to some extent.

Some of these games can also be played on a computer using Computer Aids to assist. Visit our Computer & Electronic Aids section to find out more about this equipment.

The Threading Helper (pictured right) is a Needle Threading Threader with magnifier and is specifically for users with weak eyesight or with use of only one hand.

They help with the threading of the needles and are 115 x 65 x 75 mm in size and only weigh 50g.

You can contact Ability Assist to find out more or to receive a quote..

Table Stand Magnifier: The lens can be adjusted for height and angle and moved into any position for a wide variety of applications. The Base Size is 195 x 130 x 45mm and the Lens Size is 240 x 164mm. It has a weight of 1.4kg and a Magnification of 4x.

These Table Stand Magnifiers are available from Companies and Organizations such as Edit Microsystems and Ability Assist. You can contact them to receive a quote or to find out more about these products..

Super Big Boggle features a super-sized 6 x 6 grid and includes the NEW double letter cube and blank cube for more interesting game play. This game is suitable for persons who are Blind or have Visual Impairments and is sold by Organizations such as The South African National Council for the Blind. You can contact South African National Council for the Blind to find out more or to receive a quote.

These Table Stand Magnifiers are available from Companies and Organizations such as Edit Microsystems and Ability Assist. You can contact them to receive a quote or to find out more about these products.

Scrabble

Persons with Visual Impairments can continue to enjoy Sowing & Needle crafts, but they may need the assistance of a few Assistive Devices, or some simple modifications to continue to create the beautiful things that they can use themselves, sell or give as gifts to friends and family members. If you have low vision, you can continue doing needlework by hand using adaptations such as large needles, thimbles, special threading devices, enlarged patterns, dark pattern lines, and a stand magnifier.

For machine sewing, needle guards will ensure safety and accuracy, while a Colourina helps to identify different colour fabric. Much of this type of Equipment is available in South Africa from organizations and companies such as Edit Microsystems, the South African National Council for the Blind and Ability Assist. They include products such as.

i. TV and Music Aids

Audio and Music Players

Victor Reader Stratus4 Daisy MP3 player: This Victor reader is a MP3 Player, which is ideal for playing both music and audio books. It is easy to use and has a user-friendly simple interface with 4 navigation keys enabling direction to desired chapters, pages, sections, paragraphs or tracks. The DAISY, MP3 audio books and music CD’s can be to be played through the reader stratus 4, it also bookmarks important locations in each type of book, music file or text document.

The built text to speech (TTS) feature allows the user to make a copy of text documents and then replay it through the built-in speaker or headphone output. It also comes with optional features which makes easy accessibility to most important buttons with the optional keyboard cover.

Those who prefer an even simpler operation, use the optional keyboard cover that makes only the most important buttons accessible, and thus simulates a conventional cassette recorder.

You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more about this product and the other features it has or to receive a quote.

Victor Reader Stream CD Accessory: This Victor Reader Stream CD Accessory is a device that plays CDs onto a portable audio playback device. It is an easy way to transfer a collection of CDs onto a single portable audio device without using a PC.

The device is ideal for users who do not use a PC. The device is a perfect solution to transition from using VR Wave to VR Stream. The CDCD player accessory especially designed to be used with the VR Stream.

This product includes a power adapter and a D-Shaped USB cable. You can contact Edit Microsytems to find out more about this product or to receive a quote.

Sowing & Needlework Equipment

Reading Aids

Reading is a powerful gateway to information, independence, and lifelong learning. For people who are blind or have visual impairments, a wide range of accessible reading aids makes it possible to read for education, work, and enjoyment in ways that suit individual needs and preferences.

These reading aids include Braille materials, audiobooks and DAISY players, screen readers, text-to-speech software, electronic magnifiers, and large-print formats, as well as accessible apps and devices for computers and smartphones.

Together, these tools help ensure that everyone can access written information with dignity, choice, and independence.

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