Independent Living Through Technology
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the Statewide Conference and Expo - Discover the Possibilities.The conference focuses on uses of assistive technology in education, employment and community living to enhance the success and independence of individuals of all ages with disabilities. Workshops are designed for individuals with disabilities, their family members, advocates, and professionals The Expo will provide hands-on experience and will have a large variety of assistive technology devices available for participants to see and try.For more information or to register as a conference participant or exhibitor please visit the event website by clicking on the following link:
IATP Statewide Conference and Expo - Discover the Possibilities (New Page)
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) is the non-profit organization designated as the Statewide AT Program funded under the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, as amended. IATP’s lead agency is the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services. IATP’s mission is to increase access to and the acquisition of Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services for individuals of all ages with disabilities. IATP provides AT information and services in the areas of education, employment, community living, and IT/telecommunications. Our goal is to improve the quality of life of all Illinoisans with disabilities and enable them through greater access to assistive technology devices to fully participate in all aspects of life. We believe disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes a person’s right to:
IATP provides the following core programs: AT Demonstrations; AT Device Loans; AT State Financing, AT Reutilization. IATP also provides Information and Assistance, Training and Technical Assistance on a variety of AT topics, as well as, collaborates with state agencies and disability organizations statewide to improve and expand policies and practices to include greater access to and funding for AT.
Assistive technology device.--The term `assistive technology 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 service.--The term `assistive technology service' means any service that directly assists an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device.
IATP 2018 Annual Report (PDF)
