Maryland Department of Disabilities
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Funding, Things to Know Thursday on Mar 28th, 2013
Some resources to help finance Assistive Technology Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Reuse and Emergency Management, MDTAP The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF) Assistive Technology (AT) Program strives to educate and assist individuals with MS across the country about the myriad of AT options available and how to access these options. The MSF AT Program […]
Posted in Conferences, MD Technology Assistance Program, Things to Know Thursday on Mar 21st, 2013
The Project Access High School Transition Program for Students with Disabilities is hosting its Eleventh Annual Conference for Parents and Professionals. This year’s conference called Transitioning Students with Disabilities…Success on the Post-secondary Level and Beyond will be held on April 19, 2013 from 9am-4pm (Registration 8:00 AM—9:00 AM) at Howard Community College in Columbia, Maryland. […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, MD Technology Assistance Program, Things to Know Thursday on Mar 7th, 2013
It’s that time of year when we’re thinking Spring and looking forward to getting outside more. In anticipation of this, we found a great website that lists accessible sports programs by state and sport. United Spinal’s Tech Guide includes links to all sorts of resources including wheelchair accessible travel guides, a variety of sports programs […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Funding, MD Technology Assistance Program, Mobility Aids, Things to Know Thursday on Feb 21st, 2013
Financing DME with Medicare Contributed by Provi Sharpe, Director of Emergency Preparedness, MDTAP Did you know that Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers durable medical equipment (DME) that your doctor prescribes for use in your home? In certain circumstances, the DME that Medicare covers includes, but isn’t limited to, blood sugar monitors and diabetic testing […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Conferences, Maryland, Maryland Department of Disabilities, MD Technology Assistance Program, MDTAP Events, Things to Know Thursday on Nov 18th, 2011
Have you noticed a theme this week? We’ve covered loan closets for durable medical equipment, apps for seniors, and senior-friendly web browsers…well, if you guessed “seniors,” you’re right!!! This week, MDTAP had the opportunity to provide the plenary session for the 9th Annual Baltimore County Advocacy Conference for seniors and people with disabilities entitled “Building the […]
Posted in Communication Aids, Conferences, Education, Learning Aids, Maryland, Things to Know Thursday on Nov 10th, 2011
The Center for Autism & Related Disorders at Kennedy Krieger Institute will be offering 3 FREE AAC Workshops on November 15th in Baltimore. The presentations will provide an overview of strategies, program, techniques, and technology available in the area of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and how this information can be applied to children with […]
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