By Derek Zarda, Independent Living Resource Center San Francisco Being the newest Assistive Technology Device Lending Library (DLL) on the AT Network, I can say that these past few months following its inception here at ILRCSF have been truly remarkable. We at ILRCSF are very thankful for the opportunity to participate in this program and…
Have you wanted to attend the AT Network’s webinar trainings but haven’t had the time? Fortunately, it is not too late to learn about the latest in assistive technology. The AT Network currently has over 30 archived trainings available to view. Each webinar is approximately 60-90 minutes. Follow any of the links below to watch…
By Allan Friedman, CFILC’s Technologies ManagerMost of us tend to think about big things in AT–communication devices, wheelchairs, ramps, iPads, computer screenreaders. But it’s the little things, low-tech improvisations, that often mean the most to users of assistive technology. Whether it’s taping a stick to a hair brush to extend one’s reach or hanging a…
By Rosemarie Punzalan, CFILC’s Communications Specialist 1. You are already on Facebook. You often log in to Facebook and refresh your News Feed hundreds of times a day anyway. If you “Like” the AT Network, then you will receive AT-related news updates. 2. Give us feedback. The AT Network is always curious to learn what our AT…
Written by Allan Friedman, CFILC’s Technologies Manager Recently, we unveiled the AT Services Directory, version 6.0 (? I think; I’ve lost count) on the ATnet.org website, and I believe it is the most user friendly version yet. Way back in 1997 (at about the dawn of the Internet age) the AT Services Directory was a…
By Shannon Coe, CFILC’s Reuse & Finance Coordinator Does your organization receive donated assistive technology devices? And do the devices only need simple repairs such as new batteries, footrests, wires, tires, etc. to get them working again? But your organization does not have enough funding to repair the devices. You wish there was some money…
By Kim Cantrell, CFILC’s Director of Programs Finding funding for AT can be tricky. If you aren’t able to fund the device you want right away, don’t despair. It’s just time to get creative and develop an AT Funding Strategy. You are much more likely to get the device you need if you have a…
Written by Allan Friedman, CFILC’s Technologies Manager The Internet has made finding used assistive devices both easier and challenging at the same time. In the past people looked to local organizations or classified ads in their newspapers. Today, items can be posted on websites like craigslist, freecycle, oodle, ebay, abledata, as well as any of…
Written by Mazuri Colley, Information and Assistance Advocate You may know that calling 1-800-390-2699 will lead you to the AT Network’s Information and Referral Line, but what you may not know is that you can find that number (or should find that number) posted at every gas station across the great state of California. At…