Assistive Technology, Devices and Equipment

General Information

• Technology
  Articles by Exceptional Parent
• Inexpensive Alternatives to Daily Living Aids and Idea,s by Naz
• The Alliance for Technology Access
  a network of community-based Resource Centers, Developers and Vendors, Affiliates, and Associates dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities, and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies.
  • Free downloadable book: Computer and Web Resources for People with Disabilities
    Fully Revised 3rd Edition, by the Alliance for Technology Access
• Preschool AAC Checklist and video 'Getting Ready for ABCs with AAC' checklist to monitor a student's development in AAC skills and technology use through the developmental ages of nine years. This tracking system is to be used by teachers, parents, and therapists
  Rehabilitation Therapy Center (RTC)
• Educational Tech Points
• Accessible Educational Technology
  A resource for educators wishing to ensure that the technology they purchase and use in their districts is accessible to all students, including students with disabilities, provided by the RESNA Technical Assistance Project.

Assistive Devices & Equipment

• Our-Kids Equipment
  How to make some of your own equipment (talking switch, mouse house, pvc parallel bars, (classroom size, large, and small) PVC toy rack, wheelchair sunshade, corner chair, foam box chair).
• Sammons Preston
• Dis-Abilities.com... the largest on line directory!
• Books and Resources
• Ableware; independent living from Maddak
• Functional Materials for Professionals, Parents and Caregivers for Infant through Elderly Clients.
• Enabling Devices
• Snug Seat
• SPECTRONICS: Innovative Learning Technologies and Training
• Mayer-Johnson, Inc.
  Sells Augmentative Communication products
  (aids or techniques that supplement existing verbal communication skills)
• Crestwood Communication Aids, Inc.
  Communication Aids for Children and Adults
• Ablenet, Inc. Homepage
• Intellitools, Serving Special Education's Needs for Over 20 Years.
  Computer-based, educational products for children in elementary schools who face challenges ranging from learning disabilities to significant physical disabilities.
• Don Johnston Incorporated

Toys

• SuperKids Software Review of Toddler Software.
• Enabling Devices - Toys for Special Children
• How to adapt some toys for your child (tips)
  The Center For Creative Play
• National Lekotek Center
  central source on toys and play for children with special needs
• TFH