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While many of our low vision specialist offer CareCredit patient financing to assist with low vision device purchases we also recommend, if you are researching payment, alternatives to learn more about the numerous grant programs and resources available. |
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| Members of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) & Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU) Members of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) can join the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU) to take advantage of access loans to assist someone with a disability. Borrow from $1,500 to $25,000 or more for up to 72 months with no down payment required. The borrower need not be the beneficiary of the purchase. Qualified purchases include, but are not limited to: assistive technology, durable medical equipment, housing modifications, and rehabilitative equipment. www.dcu.org |
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| The Assistive Technology Fund (for Residents of the United States) The Association of Blind Citizens has established the Assistive Technology Fund. The Assistive Technology Fund (ATF) will provide funds to cover 50% of the retail price of adaptive devices or software. The ABC board of directors believes that this program will allow blind and visually impaired individuals access to technology products that will have a significant impact on improving employment opportunities, increasing the level of independence and enhancing the recipients overall quality of life.
Applicant must be legally blind and a resident of the United States to qualify for this program. Applications must be submitted by June 30th, September 30th and December 31st for each grant period (three per year). Applicants will be notified if their request for a grant is approved. Applicants may submit one request per calendar year. All applications must be submitted via e-mail. ABC will notify you within 45 days after the application deadline.
You may fill out the request form below by pasting it in to your word processor and emailing it to atf@assocofblindcitizens.org. |
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| National Assistive Technology Technical Assistance Partnership (NATTAP) The 56 state and territory programs are funded under the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, as amended. State Assistive Technology Act programs work to improve the provision of assistive technology to individuals with disabilities of all ages through comprehensive statewide programs of technology-related assistance. Additionally, the programs support activities designed to maximize the ability of individuals with disabilities and their family members, guardians, and advocates to access and obtain assistive technology devices and services.
www.resna.org/taproject/at/stateprograms.html |
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National: International Association of Lions Clubs Many Lions Clubs provide vocational assistance to persons who are legally blind. The international office refers requests for equipment or other assistance to the appropriate district offices.
300 22nd Street
Oak Brook, IL 60523-8842
(800) 747-4448
www.lionnet.com
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| 1. Assistive Technology Resource Project Resources (by State) |
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2. CALIFORNIA ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM (CATS) (1993) California Department of Rehabilitation
2000 Evergreen
Sacramento, CA 95815
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 944222
Sacramento, CA 94244-2220
Information and Referral: Colin Corby
Project Director: Kathi Mowers Moore
Phone: (916) 263-8687
TTY: (916) 263-8685
FAX: (916) 263-8683
E-mail: kmowers@dor.ca.gov
Homepage: http://www.atnet.org |
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3. CONNECTICUT ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROJECT (1992) Department of Social Services, BRS
25 Sigourney St., 11th Floor
Hartford, CT 06106
Project Director: John M. Ficarro
Phone: (860) 424-4881
Phone: (800) 537-2549 (In-State)
TTY: (860) 424-4839
FAX: (860) 424-4850
E-mail: cttap@aol.com
Homepage: http://www.techactproject.com |
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| 4. Georgia Assistive Technology Loan Program
Credit-Able, the Georgia
Assistive Technology Loan Program, provides low-interest loans through
participating credit unions to enable Georgians with disabilities access to
affordable financing for Assistive Technology and Home & Vehicle Modifications.
www.credit-able.org
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| 5. Idaho Assistivie Technology Project The IATP is a federally funded program administered by the Center on Disabilities and Human Development at the University of Idaho, in partnership with the Idaho Community Foundation, KeyBank, and Zions Bank. The low interest rate offered by the program, coupled with the possibility of a partial or full loan guarantee, can often help a person to obtain a loan who wouldn't qualify under traditional loan programs.
Contact: Irene Lunsford at 1-800-432-8324 or visit www.idahoat.org |
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| 6. Iowa Compass Iowa COMPASS provides information to Iowa consumers and family members about potential sources of funding for the purchase of assistive technology. www.uiowa.edu/infotech/Funding.htm |
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| 7. Kentucky Residents The Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation (KATLC) offers low interest loans through its lending partners for qualified applicants who need any type of equipment or home modification that will increase a person to become more independent. For more information please visit: http://www.katlc.ky.gov/ |
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| 8. Louisiana Assistive Technology program Residents of the state of Louisiana may be eligible for federally/state funding for equipment with special low-interest rates through LATAN's Assertive Technology Loan Program . LATAN's Assistive Technology Loan Program provides an alternative, affordable source of funding to assist people with disabilities purchase assistive technology through a special loan program. The reduced-interest, fixed-rate, extended-term loan program provides a worthwhile option in the funding maze facing consumers who need to purchase assistive technology to improve or maintain their level of independence, to increase or maintain their productivity, or to improve their quality of life. http://www.latan.org |
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Maine Division for the
Blind & Visually Impaired
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If you have a vision problem that prevents
you from carrying out the activities of daily living, getting an education or a
job, there is help. The Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired can provide
many services to persons with severe visual impairments.
http://www.maine.gov/rehab/dbvi/dbvi_pgms.htm
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| 10. Maryland Residents Assistive Technology Loan Fund Authority For Maryland residents provides product purchase assistance under the Assistive Technology Act of 1998. For more information please visit: www.mdtap.org |
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| 11. Michigan Residents The Michigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC) has established the Assistive Technology Loan Fund to help people with disabilities purchase assistive technology devices and services. The Loan Fund provides low-cost financing to persons with disabilities to purchase assistive technology devices that allow for greater access, enhanced communication and job opportunities. For more information please visit: http://www.mi-atlf.org/ |
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12. NORTH CAROLINA ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROJECT (1990) Department of Health and Human Services
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC 27609-7322
Project Director: Ricki Hiatt
Phone: (919) 850-2787 (V/TTY)
FAX: (919) 850-2792
E-mail: ncatp@mindspring.com |
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| 13. Ohio Residents The Assistive Technology Infusion Project offers an exciting opportunity for Ohio schools to provide much needed assistive technology to students with disabilities. A variety of high quality, easy to use, low vision technology products to aid students with vision impairment is available. Learn more. |
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14. PENNSYLVANIA'S INITIATIVE ON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (PIAT) (1992) Institute on Disabilities
Ritter Annex 423
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Project Director: Amy Goldman
Phone: (800) 204-PIAT (7428) (In-State only)
TTY: (800) 750-PIAT (In-State only)
V/TTY: (215) 204-1356
FAX: (215) 204-9371
E-mail: piat@astro.temple.edu
Homepage: http://www.temple.edu/instituteondisabilities/piat/faqs/websites.html |
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| 15. Utah Assistive Technology Foundation The Utah Assistive Technology Foundation is a private, non-profit organization that works with Zions Bankof Utah to provide zero and low-interest loans to purchase assistive technology and telework devices. The UATF also offers some small grants ($250 or less) on a limited basis through non-federal funding to families who meet federal poverty guidelines. The goal of the UATF is to enhance the independence, education, employment, and quality of life for Utah citizens with disabilities. For more information please visit: http://www.uatf.org/ |
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| 16. Vermont Residents The Vermont Development Credit Union manages the Adaptive Equipment Revolving Loan Fund (AERLF) made possible through Vermont Assistive Technology Project. Loans are made available to Vermonters with disabilities who need assistive equipment. For more information please visit: http://www.vdcu.org/products.htm |
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| 17. Virginia Residents Assistive Technology Loan Fund Authority For Virginia residents provides loans for wheelchairs, motorized scooters, Braille equipment, hearing aids, low vision aids, communication systems, environmental control devices, building modifications for accessibility or telecommunication devices for the deaf. For more information please visit:
www.atlfa.org |
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| 18. Washington Assistive Technology Foundation The Washington Assistive Technology Foundation is a non- profit organization dedicated to, and controlled by, people with vision disabilities. Their first project is a low interest loan fund (the "Access Fund") established to provide Washington state residents with disabilities affordable credit for purchases of assistive technology (AT) and home and vehicle accessibility modifications. For more information please visit: http://depts.washington.edu/watf/index.html. |
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| 19. Washington Residents Lions Foundation of Washington works with each chapter in the state of Washington and will typically pay for half the cost of a video magnifier with the chapter picking up the other half. The end-user needs to be evaluated at one of the Lions Low Vision Clinics in the state in order to start the process. For more information about this program please contact Gael at the Lions Low Vision Clinic of Bellevue at 425-558-4228. |
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Wisconsin Loan Program
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The program is open to Wisconsin residents of all ages who have a disability.
There are no income requirements, and individuals are not required to exhaust
personal or public funding. Under the program, banks provide loans to qualified
borrowers. Loan amounts depend on the item purchased and the ability to repay
the loan.
www.dhfs.wisconsin.gov/disabilities/wistech/wisloan.htm
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