Advocating and advancing the human, civil and legal rights of persons with disabilities
formerly known as New Jersey Protection and Advocacy, Inc.
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Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC)What is ATAC?The Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC) serves as New Jersey's federally funded assistive technology project through a sub-contract with New Jersey's Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Its purpose is to assist individuals in overcoming barriers in the system and making assistive technology more accessible to individuals with disabilities throughout the state. What is Assistive Technology?Assistive technology (AT) is a term that describes devices and services created and used to help people with disabilities live more independently and productively. Some examples of AT devices are: manual and motorized wheelchairs, augmentative communication devices, reaching and grabbing aids, ramps, lifts, grab bars and adapted vehicles. Some examples of AT services are: evaluation to determine the most appropriate devices for an individual, training to use devices, and repair and maintenance of devices. Assistive technology enables people with disabilities to participate fully in every aspect of life – at school and work, at home, and in the community. ATAC ServicesAnyone with questions regarding assistive technology devices or services can contact NJ ATAC at 1-800-922-7233 (in NJ only) or 609-292-9742. ATAC offers the following services: Information and Referral
Advocacy Services and Legal Representation When necessary, ATAC can provide advocacy services and legal representation for individuals with disabilities who are denied access to assistive technology devices and/or assistive technology services. Used Assistive Technology Devices ATAC supports a used equipment recycling program called Back In Action. Its mission is to provide an alternative source for assistive technology devices. Back In Action acts as a clearinghouse for items that are for sale (usually at a minimal cost) or offered for donation or loan. Back In Action can be reached at 1-800-922-7233 (in NJ only) or 609-292-9742 or at http://backinaction.drnj.org Presentations Educational programs are provided to describe the benefits of assistive technology devices and assistive technology services, and to suggest strategies for obtaining assistive technology. These educational programs are offered to consumer groups, professional organizations, agencies, employers, and any other group interested. For more detailed information about the ATAC program, including information about Device Demonstration and Reutilization services, please visit http://www.drnj.org/atac Useful LinksABLEDATA Assistivetech.net Back in Action Bobby Cerebral Palsy of NJ Technology Lending Center IDEAL Group - free AT applications Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center-Assistive
Devices and Hearing Aids Lighthouse International National AT Advocacy Project National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home
Modification Neighborhood Legal Services Northeast ADA & IT Center Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) RESNA TechConnections
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disabilities regardless of race, creed, religion, color, national origin,
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