In the U.S., about 54 million people have disabilities. "The rate of growth of this population will be greater than usual in the next decade due to the baby boomers," says Michael Janger, who runs a consulting firm that helps companies understand the disability market. As boomers delay retirement, experts say companies will need to accommodate employees with a range of abilities. Rapid advancements in technology are making it possible for people with limited vision, hearing loss, and other challenges to remain in the workplace. Read on to see 10 products that are helping people work more effectively.
In the U.S., about 54 million people have disabilities. "The rate of growth of this population will be greater than usual in the next decade due to the baby boomers," says Michael Janger, who runs a consulting firm that helps companies understand the disability market.

As boomers delay retirement, experts say companies will need to accommodate employees with a range of abilities. Rapid advancements in technology are making it possible for people with limited vision, hearing loss, and other challenges to remain in the workplace. Read on to see 10 products that are helping people work more effectively.
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