Disasters Happen – Are You Ready?
The hurricanes, floods, and fires endured in 2017 (and their aftermath) underscore the importance of having a plan that includes a person's need for durable medical equipment and assistive technology.
The hurricanes, floods, and fires endured in 2017 (and their aftermath) underscore the importance of having a plan that includes a person's need for durable medical equipment and assistive technology.
This is where disability networks shine. While the needs are daunting, this collaboration--years in the making--is launching online portals for matching assistive technology and durable medical equipment (DME) needs with the inventories of DME "reuse" programs.
As Hurricane Harvey inflicts unprecedented damage on Texas and Louisiana, the national network of State Assistive Technology Programs stands on alert to help individuals with disabilities obtain the durable medical equipment (DME) and AT they need.
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