What is the ID8 Tool?

Meet ID8, Your Disability Resource Navigator!

The Indiana Institute on Disability and Community (IIDC) is proud to introduce ID8, your friendly AI virtual assistant! ID8 is here to help you navigate the world of disability resources and information with ease.

What can ID8 do for you?

  • Find answers: ID8 can answer a wide range of questions related to disability, covering topics like education, employment, healthcare, and more.
  • Discover resources: Struggling to find the right support? ID8 can help you explore resources from IIDC, IDRPP, and other trusted organizations.
  • Build your skills: Whether you're a self-advocate, family member, professional, or policymaker, ID8 can connect you with resources to build your knowledge and skills.
  • Connect with experts: Need help with a complex issue? ID8 can direct you to relevant IIDC experts who can offer personalized guidance.

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Empowering individuals and communities through knowledge and support.

How is ID8 different from other AI tools?

The ID8 tool differs from other AI tools because the information that it pulls from is directly from evidence-based resources created by other University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) across the United States. The goal of ID8 is to assist users by ensuring that the answers to their questions come from reliable and accurate sources. ID8 does not store or use your information to train its AI agent, so you can feel confident that your information and requests are not being used for illegitimate purposes.

ID8 just got more accessible—And easier to use!

We are excited to share some great news about the latest accessibility enhancements to the ID8 interface.

The updated ID8 interface now includes several new features:

  • A Restart Conversation button
  • Voice input/dictation capabilities
  • Read Aloud Functionality
  • The ability to copy and paste messages

These improvements are designed to make your interactions with ID8 smoother, more accessible, and more efficient than ever before!

Here are some things to keep in mind:

  • ID8 is still under development: While ID8 is constantly learning, its responses are generated by AI and may not always be perfect.
  • We are not responsible for the information generated: The information provided by ID8 should not be considered medical or legal advice.
  • ID8 is a tool developed by Indiana University. Contact them if you have any issues or questions. Feel free to contact them directly at iidc@iu.edu. You can also learn more about their privacy policy at https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/privacy/.

Get started today!

Simply tell ID8 a little about yourself and what you're looking for. For example, you could say:

"I'm a parent of a child with autism. I'm looking for resources on educational support."

"I'm a young adult with a learning disability. I need help finding a job."

"I'm a professional working in disability services. I'm interested in learning more about best practices."

No matter your question or need, ID8 is here to help you!

Share Your Feedback!

We'd love to hear what you think of ID8. Once you've tried it out, please take a few minutes to complete a short survey (5-10 minutes) to share your experience: ID8 User Feedback Survey. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration!