Assistive Technology

The Communication Mentors' Network is available to assist anyone regarding Assistive Technology (AT), Augmentative / Alternative Communication (AAC), communication issues, accessibility concerns, and more! More specifically, we can provide assessments with people who have limited or unrecognized communication methods to explore possible systems and strategies to be more fully expressive, recommendations of devices, supports, adaptations, & accommodations for people in need of upgrading their current communication systems, techniques, & strategies, group and individualized training in current trends and options in AAC and AT, help with accommodations and adaptations for easier and fuller computer use, exploration of adaptations or accommodations to your home, school, or work for more independence, on-site ADA assessments (both individualized consultation services and full detail site surveys) regarding home, school, or work accessibility per Title II and Title III of the ADA, consultation regarding your website regarding accessibility, usability, and customer friendliness, and assistance to teams in finding ways to make communication a more common and natural part of the person's life, increasing choice and opportunities for community involvement. The Communication Mentors’ Network 1220 Valley Forge Road (The Commons at Valley Forge) Unit #17, Box 206 Valley Forge, PA 19481-0206 610-935-6624

Team Children works to re-purpose older computers to provide those who cannot afford it, the opportunity to have access to use a computer from their own home. Team Children 960 Rittenhouse Road Audobon, PA 19403 610-666-1795 teamchildren@teamchildren.com

Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) is a statewide, non-profit organization that helps individuals with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians acquire the assistive technology devices and services they want. Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation 1004 West 9th Avenue King of Prussia, PA 19406 484-674-0506 paft@paft.us

Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT) strives to enhance the lives of all Pennsylvanians with disabilities, older Pennsylvanians, and their families, through access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services, which allow for choice, control and independence at home, work, school, play, and in their neighborhoods. TechOWL 1755 N 13th Street c/o Student Center, Room 411S Philadelphia, PA 19122 800-204-7428 (In State) - 866-268-0579 (TTY In State) - 215-204-1805 (TTY)

HDC helps older adults respond to hearing loss through support, counseling, informational resources, educational programs and free lending library of assistive listening devices. Some things HDC lends out in their free lending library are amplified telephones, smoke alarms with strobe lights, and flashing alarm clocks. Hearing Discovery Center 1515 Lansdowne Avenue Darby, PA 19023 484-534-2033 or 610-237-1504 (TTY/FAX)

Easter Seals of Southeastern PA offers assistive technology services to adult who need adaptions for communication, computer access or environmental adaptions. Easter Seals of SE PA 3975 Conshohocken Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-879-1000

Independent health and disability news source that offers articles about a variety of things from assistive device reviews and other articles on everything from helpful tips, scholarship opportunities, to disability sports articles. admin@disabled-world.com

The DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) Center is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities through technology and education. It promotes awareness and accessibility—in both the classroom and the workplace—to maximize the potential of individuals with disabilities and make our communities more vibrant, diverse, and inclusive. University of Washington PO Box 354842 Seattle, Washington 98195-4842 206-685-DOIT (3648) (voice/TTY) OR 888-972-DOIT (3648) (toll free voice/TTY) doit@uw.edu

An assistive technology blog highlighting the products, tools and strategies that are making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Closing the Gap Solutions is an online subscription offering practical, sound assistive technology resources, training, and professional development. They also offer live webinar sessions and have an annual conference. 401 N. 7th Street - PO Box 68 - Henderson, MN 56044 507-248-3294