Oregon’s Statewide Assistive Technology Program Salem, Oregon

Specialists in Ergonomic and Assistive Technology

Toll Free: 800-677-7512

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Oregon’s Statewide Assistive Technology Program

Oregon’s Statewide Assistive Technology Program was established in 1990, and is a part of a national network of technology-related assistance programs to increase access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services for individuals with disabilities and their families, and to facilitate the development of a consumer-responsive AT service delivery system. Program staff work with consumers, service providers, state agencies, private industry, legislators, and other interested individuals to facilitate the development of a statewide system to provide AT services.

Device Loan Library

ATI’s try-before-you-buy equipment rental service is a real savings benefit to our clients. Take advantage of the opportunity to evaluate a piece of equipment before you invest time, dollars and energy on a product that doesn't meet your needs. We have hundreds of ergonomic or assistive technology items to choose from. You can rent BEFORE you buy.. Learn More ->

Training And Technical Assistance

ATI staff are uniquely trained and certified to work with all types of technology. In addition, they regularly attend national conferences to stay abreast of all the latest technology. We have many different offerings of trainings and workshops, including our popular Lunch Technology Party, a fun way to educate your organization or group about new technology, or the importance of proper workplace ergonomics.

Call ATI today at 800-677-7512 to learn more!

AT Financing Resource

Assistive technology products and services are expensive. If you are looking for funding assistance to purchase specific assistive technology products to reduce barriers in your daily living, please contact ATI at 800-677-7512.

Assistive Technology Information

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Email Technology Questions
If you have questions, or need some assistance deciding what type of ergonomic or assistive technology you need, contact ATI. We can help you narrow your search down to just what you need, at the most affordable price possible.

ATI provides a toll free information and referral service, website, publications about AT, and a monthly newsletter, Tech It Easy. Contact ATI today at 800-677-7512 or via our Contact and Driving Directions page

AT Device Demonstrations

Making informed decisions: When purchasing an electrical appliance such as a microwave oven or television, you probably view several models to make sure you are selecting the machine with the features important to you, RIGHT? ATI believes it’s important to take the same care when selecting assistive technology devices, therefore we provide AT device demonstrations through a variety of venues.

Demonstration Centers For your convenience, ATI operates two device demonstration centers. To schedule a tour of our Salem Center, telephone 503- 361-1201 or if you are in the Portland area, please telephone 503- 725-8395 to arrange a tour of our Center at Portland State University.

Road Show Our Specialists also travel statewide to demonstrate devices at a variety of locations such as tradeshows and conferences. Check here for dates and times we will be near you. OR if you would like to ATI to exhibit at an event in your area, please let us know.

Virtual Demonstration Center
Want to learn about assistive technology from the comfort of your home? Check out ATI’s new Virtual Demonstration Center where you can view demonstrations of a variety of AT devices and read product reviews. Quarterly themes presented include AT and the Aging Workforce, Aids for Daily Living, Computer/Computer Adaptations, Environmental Modifications, Hearing Devices, and Vision aids. To enter the Virtual Demonstration Center, CLICK HERE!

Device Reutilization

ATI works to improve acquisition of Assistive Technology devices and durable medical equipment, through device re-utilization which includes both device repair and recycling programs and device exchange programs. Device repair/recycling programs are those in which pre-owned devices are accepted (usually by donation) into an inventory, are repaired or refurbished as needed, and then offered for sale to consumers as recycled products. Device exchange programs are those in which pre-owned items are listed in a “want ad” type posting and consumers can contact and arrange purchase of the pre-owned item directly from the current owner.

DEVICE REPAIR AND RECYCLE: Oregon’s device repair and recycling program is operated out of ATI’s Salem Center. The type of equipment available varies, however examples of the most commonly available equipment and devices include wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids, home health aids such as bedside commodes, raised toilet seats, and dressing aides, as well as assistive listening devices, computer software.

DEVICE EXCHANGE: Since the early 1990’s Oregon’s Tech Act Program has managed the Used Equipment MarketPlace, a “want ads” outlet for exchanging AT devices and durable medical equipment (DME). For a small processing fee, individuals and agencies advertise AT devices for sale, trade, or donation. Anyone in the state of Oregon are able to buy or sell an AT device through the UEM, which publishes a monthly newsletter in addition to maintaining a list of available devices on the web.

If you have equipment or devices you would like to donate, or are shopping for assistive technology or equipment, click to search our online Used Equipment MarketPlace or print a current copy of the Newsletter Here! You'll find equipment and technology being offered at greatly reduced prices.

To further increase consumer’s ability to acquire affordable equipment and technology, ATI works with www.atmatch.com. Atmatch.com is an online auction marketplace where donors and sellers can locate buyers for a wide range of assistive technology and durable medical products. The site provides users with links to regional and national resources in a variety of related fields.

The Used Equipment Marketplace (UEM) provides a “want ads” outlet for recycling AT devices and durable medical equipment (DME). For a small processing fee, individuals and agencies advertise AT devices for sale, trade, or donation. Anyone in the state of Oregon are able to buy or sell an AT device through the UEM, which publishes a monthly newsletter in addition to updating a list of available devices on ATI’s website.
If you have equipment or devices you would like to donate, or are shopping for assistive technology or equipment, search on our online Used Equipment MarketPlace. You'll find equipment and technology being offered at greatly reduced prices.

Tech Act Bill
The Act of 1998 – As Amended