Call your local Tech Act Project office to see what devices they might have available for you to try Gather product information from many sources before making a final decision. Other people with disabilities can provide practical information about advantages and limitations of your tool of choice. Many people with disabilities use assistive technology to give them more independence. In this case, assistive technology is a necessity. If a tool makes a task easier or more convenient to do, it is not a luxury, no matter what the cost.
Assistive technology is a lifelong process.
Decide what you want to do better. Then decide if assistive technology can help you do it. An Emerging Way to Touch the Future offers individuals with learning disabilities and service providers a look at how AT can accommodate the unique needs of individuals with learning disabilities. To order the complete Guide, visit the Tools for Life web site. Newsletter Copyright 1996-2001 WETA .