Your AT Act Program can help.

Assistive technology (AT) helps people with disabilities do everyday tasks. Think about what you need help with, like reading, typing, or hearing better. Don’t worry about your age or specific condition. Your state’s AT program can help you find the right device. They might:

1. Give you free information
2. Let you try out devices
3. Lend you equipment to test at home

Sometimes, you might need an expert to figure out what’s best for you. The program can set this up too. Most services are free, but you might pay a small fee to borrow a device.

Need help? Just ask your state or territory AT Act program!

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Ask Your AT Act Program for Help!

Get an AT Demonstration

Reach out to your State AT Program for a demonstration of similar products that might fit your needs.

Borrow a Device

You can also borrow devices from your AT Act Program lending library. This is a way to try before you buy!

Find Funding Sources

Your AT Act Program can help you discover funding options. Even if you think you have to pay out of pocket, they might know about public programs or community grants. Some programs even distribute special equipment, so check your AT Act Program for details and contacts.

Use Your Credit Card Wisely

If you use a credit card and can’t pay the full bill, you might end up paying 12% to 24% more due to interest. Look for better financing options through alternative programs. The Find Your State directory can help you locate cash loans in your area.

Shop at Big Retailers

Don’t forget to check mainstream stores like Best Buy, Staples, and Walmart. They often carry products useful for everyone, like ergonomic keyboards. Compare their prices with specialized sellers to find the best deal.

Compare Prices Among Specialized Sellers

Different assistive technology companies offer varying prices for the same products. For example, prices for a “Go Talk 20+” device can differ by over $100 among vendors. Check out Amazon’s “Special Needs Storefront” for more options.

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Lists of Devices and Tools

There are many organizations that have created catalogs of assistive technology. We have listed some of them below.

AT Access

AT Access is a project at Georgia Tech’s Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation. The purpose is to help users find appropriate assistive technology. They have created a database of offerings from assistive technology vendors across the country

AgrAbility

The AgrAbility Toolbox: Agricultural Tools, Equipment, Machinery & Buildings for Farmers and Ranchers with Physical Disabilities is a resource that contains assistive technology solutions for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities.

Bridging Apps

Bridging Apps is a program of Easter Seals Greater Houston that provides access to educational and therapeutic tools—anywhere, anytime—allowing parents, teachers, and therapists to effectively use mobile devices and apps to target and improve individual skill development to help children and adults with disabilities reach their highest levels of physical and cognitive development.

Explore AT

Explore AT (Assistive Technology) is a clearinghouse for information and resources on many different assistive technologies. It will help you identify AT devices and services in the environments of education, employment, and community living for all ages and functional abilities.