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The ATAP Partners The ATAP Lead Agency coordinates
the overall activities and funds for the project. The ATAP Central Resource Center
for Assistive Technology provides information, referrals, demonstrations,
and technical assistance to individuals with questions regarding assistive
technology. The Center coordinates a library of informational sources
and provides demonstrations of assistive technology. The ATAP Resource Center for
Children and Youth targets the needs of children up to the age of 21.
Parents, children and school personnel can "try out" assistive
technology through presentations via this resource center. The ATAP Resource Center for
Elders and Individuals with Sensory Impairments provides a key linkage
to the Independent Living system in Rhode Island. Through this resource,
elderly can learn about inexpensive assistive technology devices that
will assist them in their daily lives. PARI Affordable Assistance
Technology Program (PAAT) provides those who could otherwise not afford
and acquire much needed equipment to become more independent. The ATAP Evaluation Team is
assessing the effect of assistive technology on the lives of individuals
and the impact of ATAP's activities on increasing access to assistive
technology. Rhode
Island Council on Assistive Technology (RICAT)
is the advisory board to the ATAP project. RICAT members are predominately
AT users who advocate for legislative and other changes in the system
to increase the access to AT for individuals with disabilities. (Contact
the ATAP Lead Agency.) |
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