Assistive Technology
Center on Technology and Disability
Assistive and Instructional Technology Supporting Learners with DisabilitiesThe Center on Technology and Disability (CTD) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). The Center is designed to increase the capacity of families and providers to advocate for, acquire, and implement effective assistive and instructional technology (AT/IT) practices, devices, and services. Research-based technologies, used appropriately, have great potential to help infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities participate fully in daily routines; have increased access to the general educational curriculum; improve their functional outcomes and educational results; and meet college- and career-ready standards.
Assistive Technology Center
Welcome to the Assistive Technology Center, New Jersey’s online resource for information and equipment. We help people with disabilities, their families, teachers and employers identify and learn to use the technology that will be most effective in meeting their goals.
Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired
CBVI offers blind and vision impaired New Jersey residents assistance in acquiring assistive technology that is necessary to gain or retain employment. CBVI’s Technological Support Services assist consumers to have direct access to computer equipment and other information technology.
Center for Assistive Technology & Inclusive Education Studies
CATIES is a research and service initiative of The College of New Jersey’s School of Education. It is dedicated to improving the educational experiences of children with disabilities by linking faculty and staff expertise with the needs of New Jersey ’s educational community. CATIES offers assistive technology evaluations, augmentative communication evaluations and functional behavior assessments.Additionally, CATIES customizes professional development workshops on a myriad of topics. CATIES has received funding from Disabilities Rights NJ to provide information and training to teachers and parents so they can make informed choices when selecting iPad apps for children and youth who have disabilities.
The Arc of NJ Family Institute Assistive Technology GO BAG
https://www.thearcfamilyinstitute.org/resources/asstive-technology.html
What is Assistive Technology?Assistive technology (AT) is an umbrella term that includes assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities. AT is any hardware, software, device or tool designed to help a user increase, maintain or improve their functional capacities. AT can be as low-tech as a magnifying glass, or as high-tech as computer software. There are many different types of AT and adaptive equipment available to help people with disabilities participate in the classroom, workplace and in their communities.Where Can I Learn About the Different Types of Assistive Technology?There are many different types of AT. It’s important to learn about the different types in order to find out what may be right for you or your loved one.
Pacer Center
Assistive technology can be a device or service that helps children with disabilities participate more independently within their environment at home or school.
The Simon Technology Center (STC) is dedicated to making the benefits of technology more accessible to children and adults with disabilities. Through a collaborated effort involving parents, professionals, and consumers, the STC can provide numerous services for your family, as well as resources and informative answers to your questions. Since 1987, the Simon Technology Center has helped many children and adults, with a variety of disabilities, use assistive technology to enhance learning, work and independence.
The Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC) of Disability Rights New Jersey (DRNJ) serves as New Jersey’s federally funded assistive technology project through a sub-contract with New Jersey’s Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Its purpose is to assist individuals across New Jersey in overcoming barriers in the system and making assistive technology more accessible to individuals with disabilities throughout the state of New Jersey.
WEBINAR RECORDING: Assistive Technology for Increased Independence & Community Integration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TI3IBE8f6TM
DO-IT Disability, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology
https://www.washington.edu/doit/
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.
The DO-IT Center strives to increase the success of people with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers; promote the application of universal design to physical spaces, information technology, instruction, and services; freely distribute online content, publications, and videos for use in presentations, exhibits, and the classroom; and provide resources for students with disabilities, K-12 educators, postsecondary faculty and administrators, librarians, employers, parents, and mentors.
DO-IT is based at the University of Washington, Seattle, but efforts are global.
Together, we can DO-IT!
The information on this website is based on recommendations of Celebrate the Children (CTC) staff and families. This information is not endorsed by CTC. It is reliable but at times may not be 100% accurate. CTC is not liable for actions or information given from these agencies.