Assistive Technology
Provides information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources. See the list of new products that can help you live and work independently.
Centers for Independent Living (CILs)
Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP)
Assistive technology and services to people with disabilities, wounded service members returning with dexterity impairments including upper extremity amputees, vision or hearing loss and cognitive injuries such as Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Do the CAP Online Needs Assessment.
Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR)
Rehabilitation Engineering & Assistive Technology Association of America
Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERCs)
Awards Segways to severely injured veterans to assist them in returning to college, participating more fully in activities with family members, excelling in their physical therapy and living a full and high-quality life. Online and mail-in application forms available.
Soldiers' Angels Project Valour-IT
Walter Reed Army Medical Center Laptop Project
Assigns personal, wireless laptop computers to families staying at Walter Reed Army Medical Center so they can communicate with loved ones, research job opportunities, telecommute to work, take classes and pursue VA benefits.
Enables blind people to access the web from any computer that has a sound card. Click here for an Audio Description of WebAnywhere.
International Center for Disability Resources on the Internet
Works to increase opportunities for people with disabilities by identifying barriers to participation in society and promoting best practices and universal design. See the U.S. Veterans & Disabilities section of the site for information on many government and private sector resources.