Information about assistive technology, which is to say, devices and services which assist the disabled with daily living tasks, education, recreation, communication, and work, are the focus of this category.
Recommended Resources
AFASIC is a non-profit organization assisting children and young adults with communication impairments. Web site provides online versions of the organization's publications.
http://www.afasicengland.org.uk/
The Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST) provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities through the development of and innovative uses of technology.
http://www.cast.org/
The Closing the Gap website helps children improve their lives with assistive technology. Closing the Gap also runs an annual conference where you find workshops, academic credit programs and more. You can also use this website to find a list of assistive technology products.
http://www.closingthegap.com
The Infinite Potential through Technology organization’s aim is to promote, through technology, opportunities for children and adults with disabilities. Through partnerships the company provides equipment, training and education, so people with disabilities can learn how to live, play, work and learn. All information needed by disabled people is available on this site.
http://www.infinitec.org/
Peta UK supplies ergonomic hand tools and specialist scissors for children and adults with special needs and disabilities. Web site includes an online catalog.
http://www.peta-uk.com/
Wheels for Humanity is a non-profit organization which restores and distributes used wheelchairs at no cost to people who need them in places where wheelchairs are unattainable luxuries.
http://www.ucpwfh.org/
Wheels of Love is a non-profit, Christian relief organization that provides wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, and bedside commodes to those in need.
http://www.wheelsoflove.com/
