RESOURCES FOR OBTAINING Assistive Technology
Explore resources and funding options for obtaining assistive technology to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. Learn about organizations like Northwest Access Fund that provide loans and support, along with services and technologies available for independent living. Discover how assistive technology can improve functional capabilities and who pays for these essential tools.
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RESOURCES FOR OBTAINING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY MAKING THE DREAM OF SECURING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY A REALITY
. FOUNDED IN 1999 BY BOARD MEMBERS AND STAFF OF THE WASHINGTON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT PROGRAM (WATAP) TO PROVIDE DIRECT LENDING TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE PURCHASE OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY. HTTP://NWACCESSFUND.ORG
Northwest Access Fund We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and were certified by the US Department of Treasury as a CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution) in 2002. Our Mission: To help people with disabilities achieve financial capability and stability by improving economic opportunities, leveraging community resources, promoting access to technology and bridging funding gaps through low-interest loans, matched savings, and other means.
Northwest Access Fund Assistive Technology Loans Business Equipment Loans Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) for Assistive Technology and Business Equipment Financial Capability Services
WHAT IS ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (AT)? An assistive technology (AT) device means any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. -- Assistive Technology Act
WHAT ARE AT SERVICES? Evaluation Examination Design/Modify Construction Training Repair
AT FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING AT FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
WHO PAYS FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY? HTTP://WWW.RESNA.ORG (HIGHLIGHTS FROM UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN SURVEY OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY USERS)
ACCESS FUND LOW INTEREST LOANS
NORTHWEST ACCESS FUND FINANCING LOW INTEREST LOANS
NORTHWEST ACCESS FUND FINANCING LOW INTEREST LOANS
MATCHED SAVINGS ACCOUNTS CONT. 19
MATCHED SAVINGS ACCOUNTS CONT. 20
PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE MEDICAID MEDICARE
PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE MEDICAID MEDICARE
DVR 23
NEW OPPORTUNITY TO FINANCE AT Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act http://www.ablenrc.org/
Northwest Access Fund For more information: Jack Brummel, Executive Director jbrummel@northwestaccessfund.org Kathy Gilman, Program Director kathy@northwestaccessfund.org 206.328.5116 http://nwaccessfund.org
RESOURCES FOR SOCIAL SECURITY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY FIRST CHOICE STATE PLAN AMENDMENT
TO LEARN MORE Kathy Gilman Northwest Access Fund kathy@nwaccessfund.org
