Assistive Technology Equipment | State of Rhode Island Office of Rehabilitation Services
The Rhode Island Assistive Technology Access Partnership (ATAP) is designed as a statewide partnership of organizations, each with a targeted assistive technology focus, working together to improve access to and acquisition of assistive technology for individuals with disabilities. ATAP's main initiatives include: -Device Demonstration -Device Loan -Device Re-Use Training, Public Awareness, Collaboration, Information & Referral ATAP Partners include Adaptive Telephone Equipment Loan Program (ATEL), East Bay Educational Collaborative (EBEC), Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL), and TechACCESS of RI. Train for older adult , tech help volunteer train can answers questions , sign up for online training classes, are in English, Spanish and French Restoration Services- Medical services and equipment such as physical and occupational therapy, wheelchairs, and automobile hand controls can be provided to enable you to pursue and achieve employment. Support Services- Other services are provided for eligible persons if they are necessary for you to start and maintain employment. Such as-Room, board, and transportation costs during an evaluation or while completing a rehabilitation program, Occupational tools, licenses, or equipment, Home modifications, adaptive or special household equipment in order to help you get ready to go to and be on time for your job. Van or car modifications, including special driving devices or lifting devices to enable you to travel to your job. Personal care assistance provided to help you with your daily needs in order to enable you to participate in a vocational rehabilitation program. Job site modifications that will enable you to get and keep a job, Independent living training to provide the means for your to become more self sufficient and thereby make it possible for you to participate in employment Text Telephone (TT), signaling devices, hearing aids, and interpreters services may be provided to help you communicate. Specialized services such as Rehabilitation Teaching, and Orientation and Mobility training for persons who are blind or visually impaired.
Physical Address
40 Fountain Street, Providence, RI 02903
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:00PM
Website
Application process
Cyber-Seniors - Train for older adult , tech help volunteer can answers questions , sing up for online training classes, are in English, Spanish and French .. Call or Visit Website .https://cyberseniors.org/free-tech-help/
Fee
N/A
Required documents
An authorized professional must complete a certificate of disability.
Eligibility
-Be a resident of Rhode Island, -Be Hard of Hearing, Deaf, or have either a speech disability or neuromuscular damage or disease that hinders you from using a standard telephone. -Meet income criteria.
Languages
Spanish
Service area
Statewide
Agency info
Department of Human Services Administrative Offices
The RI Department of Human Services (DHS) is an organization As an agency committed to access and achievement, the vision for the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is that all Rhode Islanders have the opportunity to thrive at home, work and in the community. DHS works hand-in-hand with community partners and resources throughout our great State to deliver critical benefits, supports and services to more than 300,000 families, adults, children, older adults, individuals with disabilities and veterans every year. We are part of the solution to end poverty and food insecurity and we make a lasting, positive impact on the State’s health and future. More specifically, DHS strives to guarantee: -Families are strong, productive, healthy, and independent. -Adults are healthy and reach their maximum potential. -Children are safe, healthy, ready to learn and reach their full potential. -Child Care providers deliver high quality education services. -Older Adults and Seniors and individuals with disabilities receive all necessary services to enhance their quality of life. -Veterans are cared for and honored. DHS believes in continuous improvement. We have guiding principles and a strategic plan with strategies to help us operate as efficiently as possible and always support the whole family through a variety of programs: Child Care, Energy and Water Assistance Programs, General Public Assistance, Long-Term Services and Supports, Medicaid/Medicare Programs, Refugee Assistance Program, RI Works Program, SSI State Supplemental Payment, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).