Welcome to our LT130 Assistive Technology Blog!
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive (also called adaptive) technologies are electronic solutions that enable people with disabilities to live independently. There is a wide range of tools available which will help people with learning, visual, hearing, and physical disabilities access information without any cost to the library. Assistive technology (AT) are devices and aids which can help a person with a disability perform activities that might not otherwise be possible. AT includes communication devices and sensory aids (hearing aids, TTYs, talking boards, braille displays), mobility devices (wheelchairs, modified vehicles, strollers), adaptive computer equipment (ergonomic keyboards, screen readers), and simple devices to aid in daily living activities (reachers, handles, grips). The agencies, organizations, and webpages listed here can help you find the device, product, or manufacturer you need to make everyday life easier.
