Assistive Technology: The Means to Participate
We at ATHelp believe that true inclusion begins with an inquiry into the source of exclusion—what are the obstacles in a school, home, workplace, or community and why do they exist? True inclusion is defined as not only the removal of these obstacles but the prevention of future ones in an attempt to increase everyone's participation in a particular environment. This means that we all have a responsibility to not only find solutions like assistive technology to create access for all, but that we should foster a more equitable and accessible community through more universal design.
We believe that Assistive Technology (AT) tools and services afford greater access to electronic information, education, communication, employment, and leisure activities for individuals whose level of participation has been hindered by an inadequately designed environment. ATHelp.org offers support to those individuals, service professionals, clinicians, and even vendors of technology products who wish to discover the potential of AT. This website aims to provide information and guidance to all who might benefit from use of assistive technologies.
• ATHelp is a free AT clinic for anyone in need of support.
• ATTrain is a free AT Training Resource for any school, organization, or group of professionals/advocates/caregivers in need of support.
Please E-Mail for more information: ATHelp@me.com
GROUPS WE SERVE
• Individuals with Disabilities, Caregivers, and Personal Aides
• Early Intervention/PreK - 12 Students and Staff
• College Students & College Disabilities Services Staff
• Work Opportunity & VESID/ACCES Clients
• Adult Day Services Centers
• Senior Day Service Clients & Staff
• Clinicians in OT, PT, Speech Pathology, and Rehabilitation
• Educators in Need of Assistive Technology Training
• Vendors of A.T. Equipment in Need of Evaluators
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FREE SERVICES
• Free Assistive Technology Consultations for Physical, Learning, Vision, and Communication Needs
• Group A.T. Trainings for Professionals, Clinicians, and Employers of People with Disabilities
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FEE-BASED SERVICES WE OFFER FOR VENDORS
• Vendor Equipment Testing, Support, and Marketing Outreach
• Setup, Programming, Troubleshooting, and Training for Most Assistive Technology Products
