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Purpose of the Program |
To enhance the quality of life and opportunities for individuals
with disabilities in the Commonwealth to become more independent, productive, integrated
and fully included in the community through systems change activities which increase
access and utilization of assistive technology devices and services.Hear this text
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Definition of Assistive Technology Device |
Assistive Technology Device is any item, piece of equipment,
or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified or customized, that is
used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals
with disabilities.
Assistive Technology devices can be anything from a simple tool with no moving parts
to a sophisticated mechanical/electronic system.Hear this text
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The Assistive Technology Service |
The Assistive Technology Service is any service that directly
assist an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition or use of an
assistive technology device.
It includes:
- The eveluation of the needs of an individual with a disability, including functional
evaluation in the individual's customary environment;
- Purchasing, leasing, or otherwise providing for the acquisition of assistive technology
devices by individuals with disabilities;
- Selecting, designing, fitting, customizing, adapting, applying, maintaining, repairing,
or replacing of assistive technology devices;
- Coordinating and using other therapies, interventions, or services with assistive
technology devices, such as those associated with existing education and rehabilitation
plans and programs.
- Training or technical assistance for an individual with disabilities, or where appropriate,
the family of individuals with disabilities; and
- Training or technical assistance for professionals, employers, or others who provide
services to employ, or are otherwise substantially involved in the major life functions
of individuals with disabilities.Hear this text
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The Assistive Technology Links |
www.makoa.org
disABILITY Information and Resources
Microsoft Accessibility Page
Microsoft Accessibility webpage.
http://www.resna.org/ProfResources/Publications/ATJournal.php
RESNA’s “Assistive Technology ™” Journal.
http://www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/assistivetech.html
U.S. Department of Education - Assistive Technology Program
http://www.inclusion.com/
Inclusion Press is a small independent press striving to produce readable, accessible,
user-friendly books and resources about full inclusion in school, work, and community.
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/education/at.html
The Family Village is a global community that integrates information, resources,
and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with mental retardation
and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and
supports.
http://www.abilityinfo.com
The International Disability News Ticker offers current, relevant news stories pertaining
to disability. There are links to stories from Associated Press, MSNBC, and other
news sources, on the ADA and other issues.
http://www.familiesusa.org/
The Medicaid Clearinghouse for the latest information concerning Medicaid reform,
managed care and the expansion of children's health care.
http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/IDEA/overview.html
This site includes the text of the Dept. of Education web site and provides an overview
of the IDEA 97 amendments.
http://www.abledata.com/abledata_docs/funding.htm
Informed Consumer's Guide to Funding Assistive Technology.
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/3disable.htm
Online resource of available grant funding for individuals with disabilities.
http://www.nsclc.org/
The National Senior Citizen Law Center
http://www.npnd.org/
The home page of the National Parent Network on Disabilities, an advocacy organization
with offices in most states. They provide policy information and advocacy on behalf
of children with disabilities.
http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahom1.htm
U.S. Dept of Justice Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Home Page
http://www.ucpa.org/
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy
and is a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with any disability. As one
of the largest health charities in America, the UCP mission is to advance the independence,
productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities through an affiliate
network.
http://www.coping.org/specialneeds/coping.htm
PTools for Parents of Children with Disabilities and Special Needs by James J. Messina.
Ph.D.
http://www.php.com/
Parents Helping Parents - PHP's Mission - Helping children with special needs receive
the love, hope, respect and services they need to achieve their full potential by
strengthening their families and the professionals who serve them.
http://www.disabledparents.net/
This site contains a list of resources for parents with disabilities, including
books, articles, products, organizations, etc.
http://www.dreamms.org/
DREAMMS for Kids, Inc. (Developmental Research for the Effective Advancement of
Memory and Motor Skills) is a non-profit parent and professional service agency
that specializes in Assistive Technology (AT) related research, development, and
information dissemination.
http://www.ldonline.org/indepth/family
Online - Family Relationships
http://www.iphope.com/
Innovative Products, Inc specializes in Assistive Mobility Devices for Children
with disabilities.
http://www.wheelchairnet.org/
WheelchairNet is a community for people who have a common interest in (or in some
cases a passion for) wheelchair technology and its improvement and successful application.
Click on "Products and Services" for links to many manufacturers pages for wheelchairs,
scooters, and seating and positioning products.
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