The Idaho Assistive Technology Loan Program is a consumer-directed program funded by both private and public money that is designed to help Idahoans obtain and use the assistive technology they need to be successful in employment, education, recreation and in the community. The Program has been in existence since 1994, thanks to the collaboration between the Idaho Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program, Idaho banks, and the Idaho Community Foundation. They have come together to provide low-interest loans to Idaho citizens with disabilities to purchase assistive technology.

Requirements

• Anyone who has a disability, or who is the parent or legal guardian of a person with a disability, and who is a resident of Idaho may apply for a loan.

• The loan funds must be used for the acquisition of assistive technology for the person with a disability.

• An applicant eligible for a loan must demonstrate an ability to repay the loan, must be creditworthy, and must meet the Program criteria.

Benefits

• Low interest rate

• No income threshold

Amount Available

• Loan amounts will be from $500 to $10,000, or smaller amounts if approved by the participating lender.

• Vehicle loans are not covered under the present loan plan, but modifications to the vehicle for assistive purposes can be covered by the loan program. Vehicle loan amounts based on KeyBank/Zions Bank traditional auto loan programs.

As of June 2006, the program reached the one million dollar mark in providing loans for assistive technology since 1994.

Allowable Equipment

Wheelchairs
Motorized Scooter
Braille equipment
Voice simulation systems
Scanners
Assistive listening devices
Telecommunications devices for the deaf
Augumentive communication systems
Environmental control units
Computers and adaptive peripherals
Building modifications for accessibility
Vehicle modification
Prosthesis

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Contact

For questions or assistance contact:
IATP Loan Program
Attn: Irene P. Lunsford
121 W. Sweet Ave.
Moscow, ID 83843
Toll Free: 1-800-432-8324
Phone: 208-885-6102
FAX: 208-885-6145
E-mail: irenel@uidaho.edu