COVID-19 - PPE solutions

COVID-19 - PPE solutions - open-source assistive technology prototype by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) community

About this project

This design is brought to us by the Adaptive Design Association, A nonprofit organization building custom adaptations, nurturing communities, and challenging assumptions. The design uses widely-available materials, or you may purchase single-mask kits (see the RESOURCES section below). For mask pattern and instructions, click DOWNLOAD.

The challenge

As the world transitions from the COVID-19 crisis into a ‘new normal’, mandatory face mask regulations are a part of everyone's life. Unfortunately, standard mask designs do not meet the needs of the deaf and hearing impaired, teachers, speech therapists, and more who rely on lip-reading and/or facial expressions to communicate and educate. However, COVID-19 has shown the world that the Do-It-Yourself and Maker Movement world are ready to lend a helping hand (and needle).

Who it helps

We all crave human connection. The coronavirus that requires us to wear face coverings prevents exactly that. But for some - Deaf and hearing impaired, Children with developmental disabilities, speech therapists and teachers For some in our communities it is much more than that, it is a necessity to be able to communicate and understand those in your surrounding.

How it works

To purchase a kit please click here and have it shipped to you (available only in the USA) please click here

To access the Adaptive Design Association webpage, click here

To access the google drive with all the updated download files, click here

Project details

The build files for COVID-19 - PPE solutions are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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