Assistive Technology & Equipment

AT Network – an information & referral service developed by the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers, Inc.

Disability.gov – The federal government website for comprehensive information on disability programs and services in communities nationwide

PHP’s iTech Center – Hands-on experience with assistive devices & instructional software. Make an appointment to explore high/low tech options through a guided “Techsploration” in their AT Lab.  They can also do on-site assessments & work with IEP teams to try out different equipment or software.

Equipment

  1. •Able Project – a non-profit organization started by a disabled person to provide a network where people with disabilities and their loved ones can effortlessly research, compare, locate and obtain mobility and assistive products.

  2. •Abilities Expo – Trade show for assisted living products and services held every year in Northern California in November.

  3. •www.lifenetswheelchairproject.org – where to give or get a donated wheelchair.

Service Dogs

  1. •Assistance Dogs International – Listing of service dog organizations, 707-577-1700

  2. •Canine Companions for Independence – Assistance dogs for people with disabilities.

  3. •Loving Paws Assistance Dogs, P.O. Box 12005, Santa Rosa, CA 95406, 707-586-0798

  4. •Canine Support Teams, Inc. Southern California Office, P.O. Box 891767, Temecula, CA 92589-1767, 951-301-3625. (Also goes by the name of Paw Pals Assistance Dogs.)

  5. •Pathways to Hope – Listing of prison pet programs

  6. •Discovery Dogs – Provides training for your own dog to assist people with disabilities, P.O. Box 6050, San Rafael, CA 94903, 415-479-9557

  7. •Leashes for Living Assistance Dog School, 2313A Pamo Rd., Ramona, CA 92065 – another organization that helps you train your own assistance dogs.

Toys

  1. •Let’s Play Project – Ideas on enhancing play opportunities, including assistance with positioning, mobility, communication & toys.

  2. •Beyond Play – Toys, books & assistive devices for young children with special needs.

  3. •Let’s Play:  A Guide to Toys for Children with Special Needs – published by the Toy Industry Foundation (www.toy-tia.org)