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Assistive Technology Locating funding often creates a barrier to acquiring needed assistive technology (AT) devices and services. While ATP does not directly fund the purchase of devices, it is a resource for individuals with disabilities and their family members, school staff, service providers, counselors, employers, and others to:
(1) Obtain information about AT and appropriate funding sources;
(2) Borrow equipment on a trial basis (or device repair);
(3) Purchase selected equipment or software at discount prices;
(4) Consult with specialists regarding accessibility issues;
(5) Receive training; and
(6) Receive on-site support at home, in schools and on the job.
Funding
Electricity: Want Or Need? The Nebraska RentWise, Lincoln Network has provided training to over 1,000 residents since August 2008, teaching participants how to manage money, plan for housing costs, and much more! Activities during classes deal with a variety of issues that directly impact a renter’s ability to maintain a rental home and focus on giving the renters the tools to have the best rental experience(s) possible. For example, each renter will be given a card with the name of a want or need item, such as electricity, prescriptions and lottery tickets to discuss. Is the Item a want or need? Get Educated. Reduce your barriers to accessing and maintaining a stable, safe and affordable rental home with Nebraska Rentwise. Classes are available to Nebraska communities and target populations. To see if you are eligible to enroll, visit Nebraska RentWise today!
Housing
Returning to Work In 2006 Sy Doan, Owner of Sy’s Tailor Shop in
Omaha, sustained a spinal cord injury. While struggling to manage pain and accept his paralysis,
Sy’s passion for sewing and his customers gave him the
courage to contact Vocational Rehabilitation (VR).

VR Senior Rehabilitation Specialist Nancy Lammers said
that Sy cares tremendously about his customer base and
the quality of work that he does. Desirae Vallier, ATP
Technology Specialist added, “It was very clear from the
beginning that Sy was very motivated and loves his
business so much. His whole heart was in it.”Watch Sy’s video to see how he returned to work and the
technology he uses to independently perform his job
duties. Pictured: Desirae, Sy and Nancy. Employment
New On AT4ALL: Wego Talk to me Technologies recently released the
Wego augmentative communication/speech
generating device as a direct competitor with
the iPad for AAC. Among its many features, the Wego boasts integrated
email, Skype, Facebook, and mp3 player capabilities.
It’s “out of the box” communication ready, and training
and support are included.

View the Wego Speech Device or iPad comparison chart
(created by Wego). Is the Wego right for you or your student? You decide …
several Wegos are available for loan or demonstration on
at4all.com. Education
Dear Employers ATP’s demonstration center is available to you and your employees to learn about available technology and how it could help! Over 1,000 items are available for demonstration to accommodate a wide variety of challenges experienced in the workplace, such as physical, organizational, and more.

Investing in your employees is important, and ATP is here to help you find appropriate and cost effective solutions that impact gaining and maintaining employees. Contact ATP for demonstration opportunities nearest you. Equipment

2012 Transition Conferences

Another year of Transition ConferenceS ComeS to AN End. STudentS With Disabilities Across the State Learned about Technology and how it could help them transition to Post-Secondary Education or the Workforce.

ATP Technology Specialist Lenette Sprunk (pictured at the Eastern Nebraska Transition Conference in Fremont) taught students how to explore the technology they already have with their cell phones.

Conferences were also held Lincoln, Kearney, Omaha, and Scottsbluff. Other topics included “Livescribe SmartPens,” online study skills and tools, getting help for college classes (what and how), and networking and job seeking skills.

2012 Events

16 MAY: Living the Full LifeAn Independent Living Conference for Blind and Visually Impaired Nebraskans to be held on May 16 & 17.

17 MAY: Free Military Employment and Resources Fair in OmahaBring résumés & dress for success!

22 MAY: FREE Family Focus Movie Event - RIO The MovieSponsored by United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska, this movie event is open to the children in the Grand Island community with special needs and their immediate family members.

2012 Transition Conferences

2012 Events

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