Resources and Support Guide: Assistive Technology Access and Support
National Organizations and Support Networks
Government Resources
1. Assistive Technology Act Programs (AT Act Programs)
- Website: https://www.at3center.net
- National Contact: 1-877-AT-LINKS (1-877-285-4657)
- Email: info@at3center.net
- State program finder: https://www.at3center.net/stateprogram
2. Medicare/Medicaid Coverage for Assistive Technology
- Medicare: https://www.medicare.gov
- Toll-free: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
- TTY: 1-877-486-2048
- Coverage database: https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database
3. Veterans Administration Assistive Technology Programs
- Website: https://www.prosthetics.va.gov
- VA Health Care: 1-877-222-8387
- Prosthetics Service: Contact local VA Medical Center
- VA Benefits: 1-800-827-1000
Non-Profit Organizations
1. Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)
- Website: https://www.atia.org
- Phone: 1-312-321-5172
- Email: info@atia.org
- Conference Info: https://www.atia.org/conference
2. RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America)
- Website: https://www.resna.org
- Phone: 1-703-524-6686
- Email: info@resna.org
- Certification Info: https://www.resna.org/certification
3. United Spinal Association
- Website: https://unitedspinal.org
- Resource Center: 1-800-962-9629
- Email: info@unitedspinal.org
- Tech Access: https://unitedspinal.org/tech-access
Funding Resources
Government Funding Programs
1. Social Security Administration
- Website: https://www.ssa.gov
- Toll-free: 1-800-772-1213
- TTY: 1-800-325-0778
- Work Incentives: https://www.ssa.gov/work
2. Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- National contact finder: https://rsa.ed.gov
- Phone: 1-202-245-7488
- State agencies directory: https://rsa.ed.gov/about/states
Private Funding Sources
1. Credit Options
- CareCredit: https://www.carecredit.com
* Phone: 1-866-893-7864
- AccessibleGO Financial: https://www.accessiblego.com
* Phone: 1-888-846-6536
2. Charitable Organizations
- Travis Roy Foundation: https://www.travisroyfoundation.org
* Phone: 1-617-619-8257
- Challenged Athletes Foundation: https://www.challengedathletes.org
* Phone: 1-858-866-0959
3. Healthcare Funding Platforms
- Help Hope Live: https://helphopelive.org
* Phone: 1-800-642-8399
- GoFundMe Medical: https://www.gofundme.com/start/medical-fundraising
* Support: 1-855-446-3863
Training and Education
Online Learning Resources
1. AT3 Center Training
- Website: https://www.at3center.net/training
- Phone: 1-877-285-4657
- Email: training@at3center.net
2. AbleNet University
- Website: https://www.ablenetuniversity.com
- Phone: 1-800-322-0956
- Email: training@ablenet.com
Professional Certification
1. RESNA ATP Certification
- Website: https://www.resna.org/certification
- Phone: 1-703-524-6686
- Email: certification@resna.org
Emergency Resources
Technical Support Networks
1. National Equipment Emergency Response
- 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-832-5666
- Website: https://www.equipmentresponse.org
2. Emergency Power Programs
- Contact local utilities for medical necessity programs
- National Grid: 1-800-322-3223
- Database: https://www.hhs.gov/power-outages
Research and Development
Academic Centers
1. Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERCs)
- Directory: https://www.nidilrr.acl.gov/rerc
- Phone: 1-202-795-7398
2. National Institute on Disability (NIDILRR)
- Website: https://acl.gov/about-acl/about-national-institute-disability
- Phone: 1-202-401-4634
Legal and Advocacy Resources
Legal Support
1. ADA National Network
- Website: https://adata.org
- Toll-free: 1-800-949-4232
- Email: adainfo@adapacific.org
2. Disability Rights Legal Center
- Website: https://drlcenter.org
- Phone: 1-213-736-1334
- Intake Line: 1-866-999-3752
Advocacy Organizations
1. American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)
- Website: https://www.aapd.com
- Phone: 1-202-521-4316
- Email: programs@aapd.com
2. National Disability Rights Network
- Website: https://www.ndrn.org
- Phone: 1-202-408-9514
- Email: info@ndrn.org
Quick Reference Contacts
Emergency Response
- Equipment Emergency: 1-800-832-5666
- Power Company Medical Priority: 1-800-322-3223
- AT Emergency Response: 1-888-283-5111
Technical Support
- AT Helpline: 1-800-677-7512
- RESNA Technical Assistance: 1-703-524-6686
- AT3 Center Information: 1-877-285-4657
Mobile Apps and Digital Resources
Essential Apps (All available on iOS and Android)
1. Be My Eyes
- Website: https://www.bemyeyes.com
- Support: support@bemyeyes.com
2. AccessNow
- Website: https://accessnow.com
- Support: help@accessnow.me
3. Wheel Map
- Website: https://wheelmap.org
- Support: info@wheelmap.org
Online Communities
1. AT Exchange Network
- Website: https://www.atexchange.net
- Support: 1-800-728-9476
2. Assistive Technology Forum
- Website: https://www.atforum.org
- Moderator Contact: moderator@atforum.org
*Note: All contact information should be verified before use. Organizations regularly update their contact details and websites. This guide was last updated [current date] and should be used as a starting point for finding current information and assistance.*
