A few days ago I received an email asking whether we could produce a Dream-Gamer PlayStation PS2 controller with a large joystick.

We make three different Dream-Gamer control systems: cap controller which uses head movement, switch access designed with switch users in mind and a low profile mini-joystick. Adding the Big-Ball joystick would be something new and potentially beneficial to gamers preferring to grab hold of a larger device.

Take a look at the video if you would like to see Callum using the mini-joystick and read the comments from mums Jane and Karen.

We decided to make the Big-Ball joystick around the size of a Traxsys joystick - well known in the assistive technology community.

Big-Ball connects to the left hand side of the Dream-Gamer PS2 controller and works just like a regular joystick to control direction in the game.

We can also adjust its sensitivity to enable different users to tune it to their own abilities.

I'm hoping I can take it along to Blackfriars School and ask the students there to give it a thorough work-out.

Mike

Following on from my last post I thought it would be good to include the links to the video showing the official opening of the My-Indy showroom by Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson.

Part 2: officially open

Take a look at the My-Indy website. Visit the store by setting your sat nav to: WR11 1GS.

Imagine entering a large new showroom with all the equipment and products you'll ever need readily available for you to try and test. Add a number of friendly, efficient and fully trained staff to demonstrate and help you. Plus a fully qualified Occupational Therapist on site, full time to advise and show you how equipment should be used and which would be best…and you begin to get a feel for the Indy Experience!

I copied the opening paragraph from the Indy's website and yesterday we had the opportunity to support Elizabeth and Lee Usher at their first open day.

The showroom was officially opened by Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson in October 2008. Now, just a few months later, you'll find My-Indy offers a whole new approach to mobility shopping, including an outdoor test track for anyone wanting to test-drive a new scooter or wheelchair and, as of now, the range of switch adapted Dream-Toys produced for young children.

My-Indy is located in Evesham and is the first of a series of new stores planned by Elizabeth, Lee and father, David Badham.

Set your satnav to: WR11 1GS ... it's worth a visit.

Mike