Services Directory
Welcome to the Assistive Technology Services Directory, a database of AT resources in California. To search for vendors and service providers near you follow the steps below. Click here if you would like to view the description for each service category.
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Category Descriptions:
Adaptive Toys
Toys modified or designed for children/adults with disabilities, gaming consoles, switches, joy sticks.
Apps & Software
Application software for a computer or mobile device designed to help people perform an activity or to perform specific tasks.
Blind & Low Vision
Braille supplies, printers, labelers, talking clocks, talking pill bottles, kitchen aids, canes, cctv, audio recording, magnifiers, note takers, other blind support products, services, software.
Communication & Speech
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, speech aids, communication software, relay services.
Computers
Adaptive computer hardware/software, low cost, refurbished, adaptive keyboards, mice, scanners, Braille displays, input devices, text to speech, speech to text, mounting equipment.
Daily Living Aids
Gadgets for those with a variety of disabilities to help with daily living tasks such as dressing, cooking, bathing, eating, writing, adaptive clothing.
Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Hearing aid, hearing tests, audiology services, telephones, ASL interpreters, captioning, relay services, TTY, visual alarms.
Driving Aids & Vehicle Modifications
Hand controls, pedal extensions, seat belt extensions, adaptive driver training, vehicle modifications, lifts, modified vehicle rental, adaptive farm equipment.
Education & Learning
Education, literacy and learning software, e-books, audio books, writing aids, etc.
Environmental Controls
Adaptive switches, smart homes, voice activation, alarms.
Ergonomics & Business Modifications
ADA consultants, ergonomics consultants, ASL interpreters, captioning services, automatic doors, universal design contractors, architects, signage, adaptive furniture and seating.
Exercise & Recreation
Hand cycles, exercise equipment, adaptive sports equipment, programs, adaptive fitness training.
Gardening & Farming
Devices and equipment that aids in gardening, landscaping, or farming.
Home Healthcare
Home healthcare supplies and equipment (hospital beds, commodes, oxygen, transfer devices, shower chairs, incontinence supplies, wound care).
Home Modifications
Home modification contractors, safety products, elevators and lifts, grab bars, ramps, portable ramps.
Memory & Cognitive Aids
Devices and software that aid memory and cognition.
Mobility Aids
Walkers, canes, crutches, portable ramps, adaptive strollers.
Positioning Devices
Positioning devices, adaptive car seats, seating cushions, transfer devices (Hoyer lifts, transfer boards, transfer chairs, slings), standing devices.
Prosthetic & Orthotics
Prosthetic legs, arms, orthotics, diabetic shoes, wigs, adaptive shoes, braces.
Service Animals
Service animal/dog programs, therapy animals.
Wheelchairs & Scooters
Wheelchairs and scooters, mounting equipment, accessories, sports chairs, cushions, batteries.
Service Types:
Advocacy and Info
Provides useful information and/or advocacy for prospective clients or consumers.
Borrow / Loans
Allows one to borrow a device. The organization loans out equipment for a limited time period.
Custom Design & Fabrication
Provides customized, personalized design and/or fabrication of an AT device.
Demonstrations
Will perform a demonstration of how a device(s) works to a person or group of people.
Evaluation / Assessment
Performs an evaluation and/or assessment of an individual’s ability to use equipment or services to determine what AT would be appropriate.
Free
Provides services or equipment at no cost to the individual.
Funding
Provides funding or funding sources for AT devices or services.
Rentals
Rents out equipment or devices.
Repair
Repairs or restores equipment or devices.
Reuse / Used
Donates, sells or provides long-term loans of AT devices, including durable medical equipment, that have been previously used.
Sales
Provides goods/services at a cost.
Services
Provides one or more services to individuals.
Training
Provides training on how to use a device or equipment.