TECHNOLOGY
Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library
Navigate the Lending Library:
- Equipment Catalog
- How do I borrow? | ¿Cómo pedir? (Word)
- Loan Request Forms
- Lending Library Branches
- Assistive Technology Resource Centers (ATRC) by County
- Assistive Technology Resource Centers (ATRC): Details
More Lending Library Links:
What is Assistive Technology?
"Assistive Technology" includes devices that people with disabilities can use to help themselves communicate, learn, travel, do household chores, care for themselves, and have fun. An Assistive Technology device is defined in the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 as amended as "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 services are defined as "any service that directly assists an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device."
What is Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library?
Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library is a free service that loans assistive technology devices to people with disabilities. It's available to Pennsylvanians of all ages and disabilities.
Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library Annual Report
Download the Annual Report (Word, 244KB). The 10th year of this program saw record utilization by Pennsylvanians with disbilities, their families, and service providers, taking advantage of this unique opportunity to "try before you buy." The Lending Library enables individuals to make decisions about the assistive devices that will help them. Between July 1, 2006 and June 30, 2007, almost 6,000 devices were sent to borrowers from ALL 67 counties who made more than 4,390 separate requests for devices.
What Assistive Technology is available and how do I borrow it?
Requests for devices can be made by you, a family member, friend or advocate, or someone who is helping you with your assistive technology needs (e.g., a therapist, teacher, rehabilitation counselor).
How do I borrow an Assistive Technology device?
Visit this page for complete instructions.
What if you don't have the item I need?
You can suggest an item for the Lending Library.
Do you have answers to frequently asked questions?
Who can I contact for more information?
For Technical Information & Support:
Assistive Technology Resource Centers (ATRC)—Regional
For General Information:
Local Lending Library Branches
Local branches in many counties in Pennsylvania can provide general information about the programs and help you fill out application forms.
PIAT, Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology:
Toll-free/voice: 877-722-8536
Voice: 800-204-PIAT
TTY: 866-268-0579
FAX: 215-204-9371
or Email: atlend@temple.edu.
More About Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library
THE AT LENDING LIBRARY IS PRIMARILY SUPPORTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY WITH FUNDING THROUGH THE OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION, PA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY. IN ADDITION, THE LENDING LIBRARY RECEIVES FINANCIAL SUPPORT THROUGH THE US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATION PROVIDED TO THE INSTITUTE ON DISABILITIES AS A PART OF PENNSYLVANIA'S INITIATIVE ON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, THE COMMONWEALTH'S ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT PROGRAM. VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS FROM USERS OF THE LENDING LIBRARY ALSO HELP TO CONTINUE AND EXPAND THIS IMPORTANT PROGRAM.
Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Lending Library is a program of Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT).
PIAT, Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology
PIAT is a program of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University, Pennsylvania's UCEDD—University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
