Enabling & Assistive Technology & Adaptive Equipment
Enabling & Assistive Technology
The mission of Missouri Assistive Technology is to increase access to assistive technology for Missourians with all types of disabilities, of all ages.
Programs and services of Missouri Assistive Technology are directed by the Missouri Assistive Technology Council, which was established by state statute in 1993. The Council is charged to serve as an advocate for policies, regulations and programs to establish a person-responsive, comprehensive assistive technology service delivery system. The Council meets at least four times a year, reports annually to the Governor and the general assembly on Council activities to increase access to assistive technology, and provides programmatic direction for all activities and services.
Technology First is the practice of considering the use of technology before direct support professionals. Technology includes many things such as simple medication reminders or dispensing devices, phone apps, sensors on doors and windows, environmental controls or systems that enable individuals to communicate with remote staff by using phones or web-based technology. Technology can be a creative solution to support a person’s desire for more independence at home, in the community, and at work. Assistive Technology services available through the DD Waivers enable people to use smart or electronic devices to experience greater independence and security and reduces reliance on caregivers.
St. Louis HELP accepts donations of nearly every type of home medical equipment, in good working condition — except oxygen and medications. We revitalize and clean the equipment, and have it ready to loan to people in need or their caregivers.
Dedicated to supporting & creating inclusive opportunities for neurodiverse individuals within all aspects of their lives through education, awareness, understanding, acceptance, and access to individualized supports.
Their programs include, but are not limited to: Apple a Day, Tech Talk with Adam Morgan and Sensory Equipment Program.
We are an enabling technology hub providing resources, educational opportunities, and inspiration for everyone involved in disability services & supports.
We also function as an advocacy driven catalyst that is knocking down barriers (regulatory, funding, cultural, etc.) that prevent the appropriate applications of technologies….that enable amazing possibilities.
Gray Matters Alliance (GMA) is dedicated to helping individuals live more independently, safely and improving their quality of life.
GMA works with aging and intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals. We help them remain as independent as possible, live safely within their environment both inside the home and on the roads.
GMA is part of the Missouri Technology First Initiative which provides assistive technology and remote supports.
GMA is nationwide and is currently an approved Medicaid Waiver Provider for the states of Missouri, Illinois and Oklahoma. In additon, we are an approved Brain Injury Waiver Provider for Department of Health and Senior Sevices in MO.
Bridging Apps is an EasterSeals of Houston program designed to share information on how apps and/or mobile devices can assist individuals to reach their highest levels of development.
The information shared is done so by individuals who utilize the apps and/or mobile devices, their parents/caregivers, therapists, physicians, educators and/or veterans.
Finding the correct assistive technology for yourself or your loved one can be a daunting task that takes a lot of time. Atvisor was founded for this specific reason.
Atvisor supports to find the best suited technology for your needs and preferences in all areas of your life and connects you to suppliers all over the world.
Designed to be a centeralized hub for resources, knowledge exchange, collaboration and learning. This site contains tools, services and products available to assist individuals and/or organizations.
Real Xchange is a site powered by Community Living of Essex County.
The Arc's Tech Toolbox™ is a place to find, share, rate and review technology for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD).
Adaptive Equipment
The Center’s Adaptive Equipment Services allows families to stay together in the natural home by creating an adapted living space to meet their special needs. The Center is proud to be one of the administrative agencies for adaptive equipment grants funded by the developmental disabilities boards for St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County. They fund sensory, adaptive and assistive equipment for children and adults with developmental disabilities, with some individuals who may be eligible for vehicle and home modifications.
Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis is dedicated to empowering local children with disabilities, ages birth to their 21st birthday, by providing access to vital medical equipment and therapies as well as the opportunity to participate in innovative Camp and Performing Arts programs. Through these programs and services, Variety aims to make the seemingly impossible – like walking, talking, hearing and making friends – possible for Variety Kids by helping them to redefine their abilities and reimagine their possibilities.
UCP Heartland provides individuals independence through technology to obtain adaptive equipment and/or assistive technology to support individuals to live an independent life. The UCP Heartland team supports individuals and their families to identify equipment and/or technology that may benefit them with their independence in all aspects of their life. They will work with vendors to purchase and install equipment, as well as, ensure proper training is provided upon completion of installation.
Types of equipment may include: wheelchairs, van modifications, home modifications, augmentative communication devices, durable medical equipment, etc.
The Arya Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization that provides need-based adaptive equipment to children with special needs in Greater St. Louis. The Arya Foundation is more than an organization; we are a family trying to connect kids to the world. We give that push in acquiring skills that are taken for granted, such as talking and walking. We teach new skills to help kids be more social and promote a bright future in the community. We want to bring children closer together and teach compassion. Most importantly, we want to turn challenges into opportunities.
While DRA is committed to serving as a Center for Independent Living Center and providing the Independent Living five core services, DRA also recognizes the growing needs of our community. DRA seeks to do all we can for those who are in need. One of DRA's additional services is a Medical Equipment Loans program which offers long and short-term loans of medical equipment and therapeutic items including wheelchairs, walkers, canes, shower chairs, and other disability-related items.
DRA also provides assistive telephone and low vision technology services.
Need Assistance?
If you have questions about funded services reach out to a Family Navigator.