Unlocking Possibilities: How AT Act Programs Expand Access and Empower Lives

Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

leadership, policy & implementation

Format:

lecture

Subject Level:

beginner

Age Span:

infant / toddler
preschool
kindergarten - grade 6
grades 7-12
adult

Target Audience:

AT specialist
autism specialist
consultant
deaf / hard of hearing
educator
family member / caregiver
healthcare administration
K-12 administration
occupational therapist
paraprofessional
physical therapist
special educator
speech language pathologist
teacher of the visually impaired
university professor / personnel
vision impairment specialist

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

.01 CEU

ACVREP CEs:

1 CE

Presentation Length: 1 hour

Location:

Bloomington

Description:

Every State and Territory has a wonderful assistive technology resource that you may have never heard of! This session will introduce participants to the Assistive Technology (AT) Act and the core services offered by AT Act Programs such as device demonstration, device loan, reuse, and alternative financing. Attendees will explore how these programs support people with disabilities of all ages in accessing AT for education, employment, and aging in place. Participants will learn how AT Act Programs expand AT access and acquisition for those with disabilities, those aging into disability, and those who do not yet identify as disabled. The presenters will share real-life examples such as students using AAC devices, adults receiving refurbished screen readers for job access, and older adults utilizing smart home technology. Come and find out about the amazing benefits of your Assistive Technology Act Program!

Learning Outcomes:

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Identify the four core services provided by state Assistive Technology Act Programs and their role in supporting individuals with disabilities across the lifespan. .

• Describe how state AT Act Programs implement innovative practices to increase access to assistive technology for education, employment, and aging in place.

• Apply knowledge of AT Act Programs to connect individuals with appropriate assistive technology tools, services, and resources within their communities