Oklahoma ABLE Tech is the statewide Assistive Technology Act Program proudly located at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma. ABLE Tech is funded through the Administration for Community Living of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which is made possible through the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 as amended in 2004 (ATA 2004).
ABLE Tech’s mission is to improve access to and acquisition of assistive
technology (AT) for individuals with disabilities of all ages. ABLE Tech provides AT through comprehensive statewide programs and services, which include:
• Device Demonstrations
• Device Short-Term Loans
• Device Reutilization
•Financial Loans for AT and Employment
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive Technology (AT) is any item, device, or piece of equipment used to maintain or improve a person’s capabilities, allowing them to function independently in recreation, education, employment, and daily living activities.
STATE LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Training and technical assistance
Oklahoma ABLE Tech provides support to public and private entities that serve individuals with disabilities through training sessions and technical assistance. State and local agencies include early intervention programs, public education agencies, adult service programs, health care facilities, institutions of higher education, and businesses. Training topics include:
• AT skills-development training
• Use and application training
• Assessment and implementation training
• Technical integration training
• Transition assistance to individuals with disabilities
Public awareness
ABLE Tech conducts public awareness activities to provide information to targeted individuals and entities relating to the availability, benefits, appropriateness, and costs of assistive technology devices and assistive technology services. ABLE Tech provides a statewide information and referral system through a toll free phone number (800.257.1705) to help answer questions from individuals with disabilities, family members, and service providers.
Coordination and Collaboration
ABLE Tech coordinates activities among public and private entities that are
responsible for policies, procedures, or funding for the provision of assistive technology devices and services for individuals with disabilities of all ages in the State.
Web Site: www.okabletech.org Phone: 1-800-257-1705
