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Assistive Technology Resources
Illinois Assistive Technology Project
Assistive technology resources include The
Illinois Assistive Technology Project (IATP), a statewide not-for-profit
agency located in Springfield that provides a variety of assistive technology
services, including:
• information and assistance through 800 lines;
• an assistive technology demonstration center;
• an assistive technology device loan program;
• a low interest cash loan program;
• a quarterly newsletter that is distributed to 7,500 individuals;
• assistive technology trainings which focuses primarily on capacity-building
and train-the-trainer programs;
• publication of TechNotes on a variety of topics; and
• a policy/systems change program which involves annually monitoring hundreds of
bills which affect people with disabilities and keeping consumers informed about
these and other state and federal initiatives.
For further information about the services and supports provided through The
Illinois Assistive Technology Project, you may visit their website through the
link above or call IATP at 217-522-7985 voice, 217-522-9966 tty, 217-522-8067
fax. 800-852-5110 v/tty, IL only.
Infinitec
Another resource is the UCP of Greater Chicago
Infinitec and ATEN programs. The Mission
of Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for
children and adults with disabilities through technology. The Infinitec staff
helps people with disabilities find and get access to information, technology
services, training, assistive equipment and specialists by creating partnerships
that maximize resources. ATEN - the Assistive Technology Exchange Network -
since 1995 has been accepting used technology items from private donors for
transfer to Illinois schools, which serve children with disabilities. ATEN is
administered by UCP Chicago's Infinitec program with funding from the Illinois
State Board of Education as authorized by the Illinois School Code. Infinitec
has numerous partnerships with other organizations throughout the state to help
maximize available resources. For further information about Infinitec, check
their website at www.infinitec.org or
call 312-368-0380.
UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development Assistive Technology Unit
The ATU offers a comprehensive array of services, including:
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Technology to maximize independence in activities
of daily living
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Adaptive equipment
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Alternative & augmentative communication
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Computer access
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Environmental control
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Home modification
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Mobility
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Seating
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Worksite modification
Referrals come to the ATU from consumers directly, or from staff within the
Illinois Department of Human Services. A unique feature of ATU services is the
use of 7 Mobile Units to bring evaluation and implementation services to the
consumer in the individual's home, school, work, or recreation setting. For
further information about services available, please see their website at www.idhd.org
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