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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.

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Fact sheet from the Department of Health and Human Services. Document is in .pdf format.

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State by state list of CILs, which are private, non-profit organizations that provide services relating to employment, health care and living skills that support the independence of individuals with disabilities.

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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.

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Computer tools for those with severe physical disabilities that allow for increased self-reliance and a vastly enhanced computing experience.

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Accommodation options for people with disabilities in work and educational settings.

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Information and resources for home, transportation and workplace accommodations for people with disabilities.

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Focuses on technology and disability through research, development, education, advocacy and provision of technology and by supporting individuals who are engaged in these activities.

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Directory of RERCs with contact information and links.

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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.

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Provides voice-controlled and adaptive laptop computers to wounded service members recovering from hand wounds and other severe injuries at major military treatment facilities.

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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.

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Enables blind people to access the web from any computer that has a sound card. Click here for an Audio Description of WebAnywhere.

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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.

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