Chapter 1, Section 2

Chapter 1: Accessibility and Assistive Technology


Section 2: Assistive Technology Information Sources


Abilities Expo

Visit Abilities Expo Website

Abilities Expo is about bringing necessary products and services together under one roof for the community of people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, and healthcare professionals. It's about introducing opportunities that can enrich your life ...especially ones that you never knew were out there. There are multiple locations throughout the country. Check the website for more information.

299 N. Euclid Ave., 2nd Floor
Pasadena , CA 91101

Voice: 

323-363-2099

Adobe

Visit Adobe Website

Provides downloadable accessibility tools that convert PDF documents to HTML or Text for use with screen readers. Also provides information on Adobe efforts to make its product more accessible

American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) TECH

Visit American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) TECH Website

The mission of the American Foundation for the Blind is to create a world of no limits for people who are blind or visually impaired. They mobilize leaders, advance understanding, and champion impactful policies and practices using research and data.

1401 South Clark Street, Suite 730
Arlington , VA 22202

Voice: 

212-502-7600

Assistive Technology Equipment Loan Program (ATEL) Mary K. Chapman Center For Communicative Disorders

Visit Assistive Technology Equipment Loan Program (ATEL) Mary K. Chapman Center For Communicative Disorders Website

The Assistive Technology Equipment Loan Program (ATEL) offers a variety of assistive technology devices for a short-term loan to Oklahomans with disabilities, so that a trial can be experienced before a purchase is considered. Equipment is available through the ATEL program for short-term loans, demonstration, evaluation for appropriate device, or for self-familiarization of device usage. Requests for equipment loans may be made by a person with a disability, family members, advocates or service providers. Follow this link to learn more about the program, http://oec.okstate.edu/loan/partners.php#3.

2820 E. 5th St.
Tulsa , OK 74104-9700

Voice: 

918-631-2504

Fax: 

Assistive Technology Industry Association

Visit Assistive Technology Industry Association Website

For a list of association members and product lines follow this link, www.atia.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3279.

330 N. Wabash Avenue, Suite 2000
Chicago , IL 60611-4267

Voice: 

312-321-5172

Toll Free: 

877-687-2842

Fax: 

312-673-6659

Boulevard

Visit Boulevard Website

Assessable wheelchair vehicle products.

Voice: 

877-833-2480

Closing the Gap

Visit Closing the Gap Website

Major annual conference and exhibition on computer assisted technology for people with disabilities. Website carries conference information, registration form and technology news.

P.O. Box 68
Henderson , MN 56044

Voice: 

507-248-3294

Fax: 

507-248-3810

CSUN Center on Disabilities

Visit CSUN Center on Disabilities Website

The Center on Disabilities (COD) is committed to the vision of an inclusive society where people of all abilities have the chance to achieve their goals and experience success. Through excellent training and research, they nurture learning and innovation to improve the world for people with disabilities.

COD sponsors assistive technology training programs to expand the awareness of professionals and introduce newcomers to the disability field, and hosts the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference.

Bayramian Hall 107
18111 Nordhoff St.
Northridge , CA 91330-8340

Voice: 

818-677-2578

Fax: 

818-677-4929

Disability Resources, Inc.

Visit Disability Resources, Inc. Website

Disability Resources, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is a planned community designed to enhance the lives of our residents, develop their life skills and provide the required medical care, spiritual opportunities for growth and to encourage healthy lifestyles. The campus is a pleasant place to live and work for adults (18 and older) with developmental and physical challenges.

Services include:
Day Program
Intermediate Care
Residential Care
Clinical, Health and Dental Care
Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies Access
Document Destruction

3602 N Clack St.
Abilene , TX 79601

Voice: 

325-677-6815

Fax: 

325-673-7829

IBM Human Ability and Accessibility Center

Visit IBM Human Ability and Accessibility Center Website

Home Page Reader for Windows; software for learning disabilities; home page for Human Resources professionals with information on computer and information access for employees with disabilities.

IBM Corporation
1 New Orchard Rd.
Armonk , NY 10504

Voice: 

914-499-1900

TTY: 

800-426-3383 Toll Free

Toll Free: 

800-426-4968

LD Online

Visit LD Online Website

Tech Guide: Hardware and software products for people with learning disabilities. Covers assistive technology for listening, note-taking, writing, math, reading, studying and organizing. Direct link: www.ldonline.org/indepth/technology/techguide.html.

WETA Public Television
2775 S. Quincy St.
Arlington , VA 22206

Fax: 

703-998-2060

Microsoft Accessibility

Visit Microsoft Accessibility Website

Information on Microsoft product accessibility features that are currently on your PC and software.

National Federation of the Blind (NFB)

Visit National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Website

The National Federation of the Blind is the oldest and largest nationwide organization of blind Americans. The NFB consists of affiliates, chapters, and divisions in all fifty states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico.

200 East Well Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore , MD 21230

Voice: 

410-659-9314

Fax: 

410-685-5653

NewView Oklahoma

Visit NewView Oklahoma Website

NewView Oklahoma, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that seeks to empower blind and vision impaired individuals to achieve their maximum potential through rehabilitation, employment, and community outreach.

They also offer community programs for people of all ages living with blindness and visual impairments including art classes, a dragon boating team, summer camps and support groups.

501 N. Douglas Ave.
Oklahoma City , OK 73106

Voice: 

855-811-9699

Oklahoma ABLE Tech

Visit Oklahoma ABLE Tech Website

Oklahoma ABLE Tech helps Oklahomans with disabilities with assistive technology.

Programs include:
Device demonstration
Device loan program
Device reutilization
Financial program
ICT Accessibility

Plus more services

1514 W. Hall of Fame
Stillwater , OK 74078

Voice: 

405-744-9748

TTY: 

800-257-1705 V/TTY

Toll Free: 

800-257-1705

Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)

Visit Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Website

The Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) expands opportunities for employment, independent life and economic self-sufficiency by helping Oklahomans with disabilities bridge barriers to success in the workplace, school and at home.

To connect to the DRS office in your area call 800-487-4042.

  • Vocational Rehabilitation: Employment services for people with any disability, except blindness.
  • Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired: Employment and independent living services for people who are blind or visually impaired.
  • Disability Determination Services: Determines medical eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income.
  • Oklahoma School for the Deaf: Educational programs for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
  • Oklahoma School for the Blind: Educational programs for children who are blind or visually impaired.

Counselors and technology specialists provide assistive technology evaluations, devices and services to agency clients based on individual needs related to achievement of employment goals. They also help employers locate appropriate adaptive equipment for employees with disabilities. Contact your local Vocational Rehabilitation or Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired counselor for information. See DRS Offices Statewide, Rehabilitation section for contact information.

DRS provides vocational rehabilitation, employment and limited independent living services to eligible individuals with disabilities. Medical equipment, assistive technology and related services may be provided if they are part of the Individual Plan for Employment (IPE) developed with a vocational rehabilitation client. In some cases assistive technology devices and services may be provided for independent living purposes.

Assistive technology services which may be available based on a person's eligibility and plan of service include evaluation for assistive technology needs, recommendations for suitable equipment, worksite evaluation for adaptive equipment needs and training in use of specialized equipment.

Current DRS clients should discuss assistive technology needs with their DRS counselors. Applications for DRS services can be made by contacting local DRS offices. See also Apply for Services on the home webpage.

State Office
3535 N.W. 58th St., Ste. 500
Oklahoma City , OK 73112

Toll Free: 

800-845-8476

Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) - Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Rehabilitation Technology Lab for Blindness and Low Vision

Visit Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) - Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Rehabilitation Technology Lab for Blindness and Low Vision Website

Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired’ Assistive Technology Labs provides blind or visually impaired clients quality training either individually or in a group setting to assist them gain valuable hands on experience on assistive technology.

ADA OFFICE
1400 Hoppe Blvd, Suite A
Ada, OK 74820
Office: (580) 310-5301
Email: [email protected]

OKLAHOMA CITY OFFICE
2401 N.W. 23rd Street, Suite 91
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Office: (405) 522-3442

TULSA OFFICE
907 South Detroit Avenue, Suite 500
Tulsa, OK 74120
Office: (918) 551-4900

Rehabilitation Technology Lab for Blindness and Low Vision

Oklahoma School for the Blind

Visit Oklahoma School for the Blind Website

OSB is a residential and day school for children and youth with visual impairments. The School also serves as a statewide resource for the education of blind and visually impaired children in the public schools. Programs and services include:

  • Academic instruction through 12th grade;
  • Instruction in specialized adaptive skills such as braille, orientation and mobility, use of assistive technology and low vision aids, and independent living skills;
  • Vocational training and work-study opportunities;
  • College preparation;
  • Social, cultural and recreational activities including sports teams, music, band competitions, and a variety of student organizations;
  • Outreach services providing technical assistance to help teachers and parents develop appropriate individualized education programs for visually impaired children in public schools;
  • Related services such as student assessment, counseling, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, audiological services, health care and parent education and counseling; and
  • Library and Media Center with educational materials in alternate formats including Braille, large print and recordings. Assistive devices to try out or borrow include talking appliances, magnifiers, closed-circuit TVs for print enlargement, electronic Braille notetakers and much more.
  • Summer Enrichment Program: Oklahoma Kids: A Kaleidoscope. For 1st - 12th grade students who are blind or visually impaired. The summer program is for children and youth who do not regularly attend the School for the Blind. The program offers specialized skills instruction, remediation, reinforcement in academic skills, training in use of assistive technology for the blind, recreation and social skills development. Children are transported home each weekend of the four week session.

3300 Gibson St.
Muskogee , OK 74403

Voice: 

918-781-8200

Toll Free: 

877-229-7136 (in state only)

Fax: 

918-781-8300

Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA)

Visit Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) Website

Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) is the premier professional organization dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of people with disabilities through increasing access to technology solutions. RESNA advances the field by offering certification, continuing education, and professional development; developing assistive technology standards; promoting research and public policy; and sponsoring forums for the exchange of information and ideas to meet the needs of our multidisciplinary constituency. RESNA is a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit membership association.

2025 M Street NW
Washington , DC 20036

Voice: 

202-367-1121

Fax: 

202-367-2121

The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges

Visit The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges Website

The Center’s mission is to provide opportunities for persons with physical disabilities to enhance the quality of their lives. The Center is committed to providing adults and youth with physical challenges opportunities to develop healthy lifestyles that encourage rehabilitation, creativity, independence and socialization. Programs and services offered by The Center are Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Rehabilitative Fitness, Adaptive Recreation, Community Reintegration, Transition Services, Adaptive Sports and Youth Programming.

815 S. Utica Ave.
Tulsa , OK 74104

Voice: 

918-584-8607

Fax: 

918-584-8646

Trace Research and Development Center

Visit Trace Research and Development Center Website

The purpose of the Trace Research & Development Center is to apply engineering, computer science, disability studies, public policy, and information science to prevent the barriers to, and capitalize on the opportunities presented by, current and emerging information and telecommunication technologies.

College of Information Studies, University of Maryland
Room 4105 Hornbake Bldg, South Wing 4130 Campus Drive
College Park , MD 20742

Voice: 

301-405-2043

Fax: 

301-314-9145

W3C Web Accessibility Initiative

Visit W3C Web Accessibility Initiative Website

The Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) works with organizations around the world to develop strategies, guidelines and resources to help make the web accessible to people with disabilities. Web content accessibility guidelines: how to make web site content accessible to people with disabilities. Direct link: http://www.w3.org/TR/coga-usable/

MIT/CSAIL, Building 32-G530
32 Vassar St.
Cambridge , MA 02139

Voice: 

617-253-2613