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June is National Aphasia Awareness Month. Aphasia is a communication disorder that can affect speaking, understanding, reading, and writing, often following a stroke or brain injury. Learning about aphasia helps create more supportive and inclusive communities.

Read BridgingApps' blog post, "What Everyone Should Know About Aphasia," to learn more about the condition, common misconceptions, and ways to support individuals living with aphasia.

https://bridgingapps.org/what-everyone-should-know-about-aphasia/

Keep learning going all summer long! 📱☀️

Help prevent the summer slide with this great Summer App List for Kids, created through a partnership between Easterseals and BridgingApps. From learning and communication to creativity and fun, these apps can help children stay engaged while school is out.

You'll also find additional app lists and resources to support children of all abilities throughout the year.

Explore the resources here: https://bit.ly/3S3AXjs

🤖 Looking for an accessible way to explore AI? Our latest app review takes a closer look at Google Gemini, an AI-powered assistant that can help with writing, brainstorming, learning, and more.

In this review, we examine key features, accessibility considerations, and practical ways individuals with disabilities can use Gemini to support communication, organization, and everyday tasks.

Read the full review here: https://bridgingapps.org/bridgingapps-reviewed-app-google-gemini/

Need to convert HEIC or HEIF images to JPEG or PNG on your Apple device?

This helpful tutorial from BridgingApps walks through the process, making it easier to share photos with people, organizations, and platforms that may not support Apple's default image formats.

For many assistive technology users, caregivers, educators, and therapists, being able to quickly convert and share compatible image files can help reduce technology barriers and improve communication across devices and services.

🎥 Watch the tutorial:

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Planning for the future starts with having the right tools. ABLE accounts can help people with disabilities save for qualified expenses while maintaining eligibility for important benefits.

Our latest blog explores recent updates to ABLE accounts, eligibility changes, contribution limits, and why these savings tools can play a key role in supporting greater financial independence.

Read more: https://bridgingapps.org/saving-for-independent-adulthood-the-latest-on-able-accounts/

📢 Texas needs to hear from people with disabilities and their families!

Raising Texas Voices is a statewide study exploring the hopes, priorities, and experiences of Texans with developmental disabilities and their families. Your input can help shape future programs and supports.

Take the survey: https://disability.research.baylor.edu/focus-areas/families/raising-texas-voices

Kick off an organized summer ☀️ with 6 smart apps 📱 to help structure time ⏰, save memories 📸, and find moments to unwind 🧘‍♀️.

From planning 🗓️ to relaxing 😌, these tools make it easier.

🔗 Link found in the comments!

📱 New from BridgingApps: We reviewed Lingvano – Learn Sign Language!

Learn sign language through interactive lessons taught by Deaf instructors and build real-world communication skills.

Read the review: https://search.bridgingapps.org/apps/lingvano-learn-sign-language

Lingvano - Learn Sign Language

Autistic burnout can affect energy, daily functioning, and overall well-being. Understanding the signs and knowing how to support recovery can make a difference.

Read our latest blog to learn more: https://bridgingapps.org/autistic-burnout-what-it-is-how-to-recover-from-it-and-how-to-prevent-it/

June is National Aphasia Awareness Month. Communication challenges can affect individuals of all ages and abilities. Explore family-friendly resources, apps, and tools that support speech, language, and communication: https://bridgingapps.org/family-resources-for-speech-language-hearing-month/