Need a piece of assitsive technology that doesn’t exist? Can’t find just the thing you need? Look no further than V-Linc, an organization that creates technological solutions to improve the independence and quality of life for individuals of all ages with disabilities in Maryland. By partnering with engineers, V-Linc takes a mix of off-the-shelf computer software and […]
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Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Funding, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Equipment Loan, Equipment Re-use, Learning Aids, Mobility Aids, Mystery Monday on Nov 14th, 2011
Access to durable medical equipment (DME) often becomes vital during the aging process. Throughout the month of November, we’re highlighting various organizations that lend out items such as wheelchairs, shower chairs, walkers, and much more. Some organizations require that individuals come and pick up the items, some are conducted entirely online, and others include options […]
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Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Funding, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Equipment Loan, Learning Aids, Maryland, Maryland Department of Disabilities, MD Technology Assistance Program, Mobility Aids, Mystery Monday on Nov 7th, 2011
Are you thinking about purchasing some assistive technology for the holidays? If so, consider “trying before buying” and contact MDTAP to borrow a device before you make that financial investment. From low-tech to high-tech, we’ve got a wide variety of devices available in our lab for anyone interested in trying out an item. From communication […]
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Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Funding, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Equipment Re-use, Learning Aids, Maryland, MD Technology Assistance Program, Mobility Aids, Things to Know Thursday on Nov 4th, 2011
Recycling equipment saves everyone $$$ and supports a greener community! Rehab Equipment Exchange is a FREE national website to facilitate the exchange and transfer of used rehabilitation equipment. Individuals can use the website to buy, sell, or donate used rehab items of many types, including wheelchairs, pediatric equipment, mobility aids, ADL (Activities of Daily Living) aids, […]
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Posted in AT Funding, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Equipment Re-use, Learning Aids, Maryland, Maryland Department of Disabilities, MD Technology Assistance Program, Mobility Aids on Sep 8th, 2011
Loan closets, the equipmentlink.org website and equipment recycling centers are all part of the solution to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to free and low-cost recycled assistive technology. But we know that there is more to be done in Maryland. In efforts to support greater access to items such as computers, wheelchairs, braille notes, […]
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Posted in Assistive Technology, AT and the Law, AT Funding, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Aids, Education, Equipment Loan, Equipment Re-use, Learning Aids, Maryland, Maryland Department of Disabilities, MD Technology Assistance Program, Mobility Aids, Tech Tip Tuesday, Web Accessibility on Aug 24th, 2011
Getting a job can be hard, especially when you have a disability. And getting the needed equipment to do the job seamlessly can be even harder. Maryland offers many services that support the employment of people with disabilities, and many of these resources are now housed in one easy-to-access place at the MD Department of […]
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