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Augmentative Communication/Assistive Technology
  Assistive Technology
  AT Information/Sharing
  Computer Access
   

Ability Hub
Directs you to adaptive equipment and alternative methods available to access computers.
   

Abledata
Provides information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources.  Does not sell any products, but can help you locate the companies that do.
   

AliMed

Speech and dysphagia, ergonomic, orthopedic, and wheelchairs and other assessories.

   

Apple Accessibility
Provides information on accessibility for Apple computers.
   

ASI Home
Source of electronic control units for the home or school.
 
   

BigKeys Company
BigKeys Company, features standard size keyboards with extra large keys. Alternative computer keyboards for kids and adults.
   

IBM Accessibility Center
Information on accessibility including accessibility guidelines and checklists.
   

Infogrip
Infogrip, Inc. provides individuals computer access options in addition to providing assistive technology and ergonomic products and training.
   

Kinesis Corporation
Ergonomic computer keyboards and input accessories for PC's, Macintosh, and USB compatible systems.
   

Madentec

Augmentative Communication solutions including on-screen keyboards, Tracker (headpointer), mounting plates, battteries, and accessories. 

   

Microsoft Accessibility and Disabilities Site
Provides information on computer and software accessibility.
   

Origin Instruments
Develops and manufactures advanced electro-optical instruments and associated software.  
   

RJ Cooper
Software and hardware products/adaptations for persons with special needs.
   

Simtech Publications
Single switch software (switch training software) for people who are unable to access the computer using conventional means.
   

Synapse Adaptive

Provide software and hardware access solutions to aid employment of individuals with disabilities by meeting accommodation requirements in the school and/or workplace.  Design and engineer for businesses, government, special needs labs, rehabilitation facilities and schools.  Includes on-site and end user training, or comprehensive assistive technology training for entire staff.

   

Tash Inc.
Tash Inc. provides a variety of products related to communication, computer access, and environmental controls.
   

Typing Injury
Educational site providing information about repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), resources for dealing with related ailments, and a broad description of assistive products to reduce injury risk and symptoms.
   

Words +
Augmentative Communication information and products including the Say-it, TuffTalker, Freedom 2000, Toughbook, EZ Keys, Talking Screen, QuickPage, Message Mate, Tracker, Cyberlink,  and switches and mounts.
  Device supports
  Reading/Electronic Text
  Software (Applications & Utilities)
  Vendors
 

Arizona Loan$ for Assistive Technology (AzLAT)
Arizona Loan$ for Assistive Technology (AzLAT) is a consumer driven, statewide alternative financing program offering affordable loans to persons with disabilities for the purchase of assistive technology devices. AzLAT is targeted to persons with low and middle incomes, creating an alternative to traditional lending programs.
 

Arizona Technology Access Project (AzTAP)
Technology-related assistance program.  Mission is to increase access to AT devices and services and to facilitate the development of a consumer-responsive AT service delivery system.  Provide fact sheets and brochures to provide information on products, legal rights, services, and other topics related to AT for individuals with disabilities.
 

Assistive Technology Consideration Resource
From the website: "The following information is provided to assist educational teams in considering assistive technology in the development, review, and/or revision of a students Individual Educational Plan. This document provides a framework for identifying relevant tasks within instructional areas as well as appropriate accommodations, modifications, and technology solutions. Additional tasks and solutions will need to be added to address individual student needs."
 

AT Network
Assistive Technology news, resources, and education.
 

ISAAC (International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication
The ISAAC website is dedicated to persons with severe expressive communication difficulties. The International Society of AAC includes information relevant to AAC devices and materials, intervention, the annual ISAAC conference, idea exchanges, online forums and list serves, in addition to additional resources.
 

Speaking of Speech
Submitted by TEAM Ed staff member . . . "It has ideas for games but also has lots of message boards. One is for people to ask questions about therapy techniques, one is for therapy activities, and one is a page for people to post reviews of supplies they have bought and tell whether the money spent was worth it."
 

United States Society for augmentative and Alternative Communication (USSAAC)
Information, tips, insights, and tools for novices, professionals, family members and individuals who rely on AAC.
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