Google Providing 100,000 Home Minis to People With Paralysis

Jul. 29, 2019

As part of an initiative to help people living with paralysis become more independent in their homes,Google Nestis donating up to 100,000Google Home Ministo eligible individuals in the US. The project, which started as part of an initiative by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation in collaboration with Google Nest, has already successfully provided the speakers to a number of eligible people across the country.

Everyday actions that seem routine for able-bodied people may become difficult – even impossible – for people living with disabilities. Narrating his harrowing experiences after losing mobility 20 years ago, Reed said:“When you’re paralyzed, your home goes from being a place of comfort and security to a reminder of what you’ve lost. Light switches and thermostats are usually too high up on the wall and, if my phone falls on the floor, I may not be able to call a friend or family member if I need help”.

Individuals living with paralysis and their caregivers cansign upwith the Christopher Reeve Foundation to check if they are eligible to receive a Google Home Mini.

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