Idaho Assistive Technology Project
Fact Sheets
The Idaho Assistive Technology Project offers a variety of information in the form of fact sheets. Please feel free to print as many copies as you would like. The fact sheets may also be photocopied and shared with others. If you are unable to view or print the fact sheets or would like to request additional copies, contact the IATP at 1-800-432-8324 or write the IATP at 129 West Third St., Moscow ID 83843
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| 1. | Funding Options to Obtain Assistive Technology Devices. |
Funding Assistive Technology (pdf) |
| 2. | Summary of Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. |
Americans with Disabilities Act (pdf) |
| 3. | Summary of the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988. |
The "Tech Act" (pdf) |
| 4. | Recreational opportunities and resources in Idaho. |
Recreation Technology (pdf) |
| 5. | Tips on how to find assistive technology devices and services. |
Locating Assistive Technology (pdf) |
| 6. | Timeline and Summaries of Federal Legislation Related to Assistive Technology. |
Federal Legislation Related to Assistive Technology (pdf) |
| 7. | Considering assistive technology for a student with special needs: including AT in the IEP and School Responsibilities. |
Assistive Technology in Special Education (pdf) |
| 8. | Employment/Job-Related Accommodations Required under the Americans with Disabilities Act. |
Assistive Technology On The Job (pdf) |
| 9. | Device and Resources for Those with Visual Impairments. |
Assistive Technology for Visual Impairment (pdf) |
| 10. | Devices and Resources for Those with Hearing Impairments |
Assistive Technology for Hearing Impairments (pdf) |
| 11. | Abledata is an internet database which provides a comprehensive listing of AT devices and publications. |
Abledata (pdf) |
| 12. | Features and Information Sources on Alternative and Augmentative Communication devices are discussed. |
Augmentative Communication (pdf) |
| 13. | Learning Technology including Software and Hardware are covered. |
Learning Technology (pdf) |
| 14. | Preventative maintenance suggestions for caring for Power Chairs. |
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance for Wheelchair Users (pdf) |
| 15. | The importance of toys in a child's learning environment and resources available to modify a toy for a special needs child. |
Toys for Young Children (pdf) |
| 16. | Description and History of Facilitated Communication. |
Facilitated Communication (pdf) |
| 17. | The use of Real-time Captioning for those with hearing impairments. |
Real-time Captioning (pdf) |
| 18. | Considerations to be looked at when purchasing a van lift. |
Van Lifts: A Practical Guide (pdf) |
| 20. | Summary of amendments made to the Rehabilitation Act involving assistive technology. |
The Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1992 and Assistive Technology (pdf) |
| 21. | AT Covered Under Your Health Insurance? |
Does Your Health Insurance Cover AT and Related Services? (pdf) |
| 22. | Information Sheet on the adaptive keyboard, IntelliKeys, by IntelliTools. |
IntelliKeys (pdf) |
| 23. | AT Kits feature products/devices for display. |
Traveling Education Kits (pdf) |
| 24. | Alternative Funding option available through the Idaho Assistive Technology Project. |
Low-Interest Loan Program (pdf) |
| 25. | Guidelines to introduce older adults to assistive technology. |
Assistive Technology and Older Adults (pdf) |
| 26. | Reverse Mortgage Resources |
Senior Reverse Mortgage (pdf) |
| 27. | AT suggestions to make bathing safer for older people. |
Bathing for Older People with Disabilities (pdf) |
| 28. | Visual Impairments in older adults. |
AT for Visually Impaired Older Persons (pdf) |
| 29. | AT suggestions for cognitive impairments. |
AT for Elderly Persons with Cognitive Impairments (pdf) |
| 30. | Preventive solutions for repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) and a list of vendors. |
Repetitive Strain Injury Keyboards (pdf) |
| 31. | List of vendors in Idaho, surrounding states and National vendors. |
Listing of Assistive Technology Vendors (pdf) |
| 32. | AT for Elderly with Hearing Impairments are addressed. |
AT for Elderly with Hearing Impairments (pdf) |
| 33. | How Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) can assist you with getting a job. |
Vocational Services for Individuals with Significant Disabilities (pdf) |
| 34. | How VR can help you get a job. (Use with #33) |
How VR Can Help You Get a Job (pdf) |
| 35. | What to Watch for When Looking for "Experts" in the Field of AT. |
Issues In Assistive Technology: "Experts" (pdf) |
| 36. | Consumer Protection with the Lemon Law. |
The Lemon Law for Assistive Technology (pdf) |
| 37. | Web Resources are Listed, including General Information, Specific Disabilities and Medical Sites. |
Websites for Parents of Children with Disabilities (pdf) |
| 38. | Online Resources for AT Information. |
Web Sites for Individuals with Disabilities (pdf) |
| 39. | Catalog Company Contact Information |
Catalog Companies (Webpage) |
| 40. | Safe home suggestions for older persons. |
Keeping Home Safe for Older Persons (pdf) |
| 41. | Web Resources for Older Persons |
Web Sites for Older Persons (pdf) |
| 42. | Organizations for the Hearing Impaired. |
Organizations for the Hearing Impaired (pdf) |
| 43. | Easy Home Modification Suggestions. |
Easy Home Modifications for Older Persons (pdf) |
