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Children's Assistive Technology Service
Children's Assistive Technology Service
Established in July 2014 to provide assistive technology to families and children, C.A.T.S. has become the largest provider of no-cost pediatric adaptive and rehabilitative equipment in Virginia.
C.A.T.S. provides for the re-use of pediatric rehabilitation equipment and assistive technology devices in Virginia. As a no-cost resource for children with disabilities who need adaptive equipment and whose families have limited resources, C.A.T.S. provides individualized, client-focused assistive technology, enabling children to thrive one device at a time.
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About the creator
About the creator
Elisha Li, PT, DPT is a physical therapist completing a pediatric physical therapy residency through Virginia Commonwealth University/Children's Hospital of Richmond. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine in 2024. To reach out to Elisha, please visit her LinkedIn profile here.
How it started:
How it started:
"Hi all! As part of my residency, I am a trainee in LEND, or Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities. This national program provides interdisciplinary training to professionals, family members, and self advocates about children with special health care needs in an effort to improve health care delivery for this population. As part of this training, students develop a leadership project in an area of interest that works to benefit stakeholders involved in the care of children with disabilities.
Why did I choose to develop this website as my project? Assistive technology should be considered a need, not a want. It is paramount in helping children access their education and environment to participate fully in everyday activities. Access to assistive technology ensures that all children, regardless of their abilities, can succeed and thrive in all settings. However, assistive technology is most useful when caregivers and individuals are comfortable and confident using these devices. Owning it is one thing; using it to its fullest capacity (and taking care of it) is another! In working closely with CATS during my time in Richmond, I saw that families often need additional support understanding their equipment. My hope is that this site will serve as a resource for families when they have questions about how to adjust a headrest, clean up after a messy dinner, or pack up the gait trainer for a family vacation, all at their fingertips without having to comb through thousands of videos and manual pages to find the answer they are looking for. With the right support, I hope that children and families who require adaptive equipment will live happier, healthier, more engaging lives!"
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