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funding for AT

Posted by crmom01 on 6/28/2010 9:59:28 PM.

My 3rd grade son will be going to a private school this year, so I don't think we're going to be able to have the school district provide anything anymore. We have a monocular and dome magnifier that we have bought for him to use at home.  We'd like to have more AT for him but cost is an issue.  Anyone have any ideas on where someone could get help paying for these things?

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  • 1 . Re: funding for AT
    Posted by MaribelNAPVIparent on 07/03/2010

    Greetings again!

    I answered you Kindle inquiry before this one. Does your son have an IEP? and what state are you in?

    Look forward to your response.



  • 2 . Re: funding for AT
    Posted by Liz N on 07/14/2010

    Hi, crmom01. You may find this recent AccessWorld article interesting:

    http://www.afb.org/afbpress/pub.asp?DocID=aw110306

    It touches on this question. Here is a snippet, I hope this is helpful:

    The vocational rehabilitation department in your state may purchase assistive technology, such as video magnifiers, electronic notetakers, or laptops. Your school or a local public library may have an assistive technology room for visually impaired students to use. Check with local agencies for the blind or teachers of the visually impaired to see if you can borrow equipment.

    Community groups, such as the Lions Club, may offer grants. The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) has implemented a technology loan program with a low interest rate, and the Association of Blind Citizens (ABC) offers an assistive technology fund.

    The following organizations distribute low-cost computers with adaptive technology, either a screenreader or screen magnifier, included:

    Texas Center for the Visually Challenged
    11330 Quail Run
    Dallas, Texas 75238
    Phone: 214-340-6328
    Fax: 972-495-5344
    E-mail: boblang@airmail.net

    The Used Low Vision Store offers myriad assistive technology for a reduced cost.



  • 3 . Re: funding for AT
    Posted by dreamer81 on 05/02/2013

    Hi,
    I was curious to know if you found the help you were looking for or if you're still in need of assistance obtaining AT for your son? I'm working on a project to help families of children with visual impairments get the assistive technology they need. I'd love an update either way!



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