Illinois Assistive Technology Program

Illinois Assistive Technology Program

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Person using an adapted spoon to eat from a white plate on a table
Two people using a magnifier reading device on a table with pamphlets in the background
A man wearing protective eyewear plays a tactile bingo game with colorful pieces on a table
An IATP employee helps an older woman using a walker
Person using a digital keypad lock on a white door
Woman mixing a salad in a non slip bottom bowl tongs in a kitchen
Elderly man sitting at a table using LyriQ assistive reader device to read a form
Person mixing ingredients in a kitchen with a box of pancake and waffle mix on the counter
A man in a power wheelchair chopping tomatoes on a cutting board using a U shaped kitchen tool
An elderly person reads a recipe on a Ruby device with the extended are out to read a recipe card laying on the table covered with a floral tablecloth
A child and an older person look at a digital tablet displaying Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story, surrounded by board games
A man in a purple apron using adaptive D printed equipment to hold a frying pan in a kitchen
Child engaged with a tablet at a table
A man sitting at a table with a laptop, holding glasses, in a sunny office space, smiling for the camera
A person in a kitchen preparing food on a table while an instructor stands next to her watching
Person smiling in a wheelchair holding a stylus, with a mounted tablet in front of them
A person in a striped apron cracking an egg with an egg separator into a green bowl in a kitchen
An older adult using an Assistive Technology grater in a kitchen
A person holding a AAC device looking down at the device, focused on the screen
Two women examining a textured glove in a kitchen
Elderly woman using a magnifying glass to view documents on a table
Person in a wheelchair using assistive technology with a tablet in an office setting
woman using a TV amplification device
Two older adults examining a small magnifier to read text
Two women interact with a screen magnifier showing large text with buttons below
A young person in a striped hoodie preparing strawberries in a kitchen
An older woman smiling and wearing headphones for a personal amplifier
Woman using a digital magnification device and color contrast glasses
A young child, focused intently on a AAC device resting on a table. The child is tapping on the screen of the device
A person in a wheelchair using an adaptive controller to play a video game on a large screen
An older woman uses a magnification device to sew on fabric
A teen boy in a red cap and T shirt using a laptop with a braille keyboard and display
A young child with an adaptive writing aid secured to his right arm with Velcro straps in writing is name, in a classroom setting
Elderly woman smiling while holding open a door with a smart lock
Woman wearing glasses and headphones for a personal amplifier with a walker in the background
A person using an adaptive cutting board, working in a kitchen. They are concentrating on slicing an onion with one hand using an adaptive cutting board, in a kitchen setting
A person using a magnifying glass with a light to read a food package label
Person pouring pasta from a green bowl into a pot on an induction burner, wearing a purple apron and red oven mitt
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Illinois’ Premier Resource for Assistive Technology Information and Services.

Woman using a digital magnification device and color contrast glasses
Person mixing ingredients in a kitchen with a box of pancake and waffle mix on the counter
Two older adults examining a small magnifier to read text
Two women examining a textured glove in a kitchen
Person using an adapted spoon to eat from a white plate on a table
A child and an older person look at a digital tablet displaying Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story, surrounded by board games
Elderly woman smiling while holding open a door with a smart lock
Person using a digital keypad lock on a white door
An IATP employee helps an older woman using a walker
A person in a striped apron cracking an egg with an egg separator into a green bowl in a kitchen
Person in a wheelchair using assistive technology with a tablet in an office setting
A man in a power wheelchair chopping tomatoes on a cutting board using a U shaped kitchen tool
Woman wearing glasses and headphones for a personal amplifier with a walker in the background
An elderly person reads a recipe on a Ruby device with the extended are out to read a recipe card laying on the table covered with a floral tablecloth
An older woman uses a magnification device to sew on fabric
Two women interact with a screen magnifier showing large text with buttons below
Two people using a magnifier reading device on a table with pamphlets in the background
A man in a purple apron using adaptive D printed equipment to hold a frying pan in a kitchen
Elderly woman using a magnifying glass to view documents on a table
A young person in a striped hoodie preparing strawberries in a kitchen
Person smiling in a wheelchair holding a stylus, with a mounted tablet in front of them
A person using an adaptive cutting board, working in a kitchen. They are concentrating on slicing an onion with one hand using an adaptive cutting board, in a kitchen setting
A young child with an adaptive writing aid secured to his right arm with Velcro straps in writing is name, in a classroom setting
Elderly man sitting at a table using LyriQ assistive reader device to read a form
Woman mixing a salad in a non slip bottom bowl tongs in a kitchen
woman using a TV amplification device
Child engaged with a tablet at a table
A person in a wheelchair using an adaptive controller to play a video game on a large screen
An older woman smiling and wearing headphones for a personal amplifier
A person using a magnifying glass with a light to read a food package label
An older adult using an Assistive Technology grater in a kitchen
A person holding a AAC device looking down at the device, focused on the screen
A young child, focused intently on a AAC device resting on a table. The child is tapping on the screen of the device
A person in a kitchen preparing food on a table while an instructor stands next to her watching
A man sitting at a table with a laptop, holding glasses, in a sunny office space, smiling for the camera
A teen boy in a red cap and T shirt using a laptop with a braille keyboard and display
Person pouring pasta from a green bowl into a pot on an induction burner, wearing a purple apron and red oven mitt
A man wearing protective eyewear plays a tactile bingo game with colorful pieces on a table
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Illinois’ Premier Resource for Assistive Technology Information and Services.

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Upcoming Events

Illinois CEC 77th Fall Convention

November 5 - November 7

Intro to AT & AAC – Part 3: AT/AAC Evaluations and Devices

January 21, 2027 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm CST

Intro to AT & AAC – Part 3: AT/AAC Evaluations and Devices

January 21, 2027 @ 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm CST

Intro to AT & AAC – Part 4: Exploring, Utilizing, and Incorporating AT/AAC

April 22, 2027 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm CDT

Intro to AT & AAC – Part 4: Exploring, Utilizing, and Incorporating AT/AAC

April 22, 2027 @ 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm CDT

Highlights

IATP Celebrates Older Americans Month

The month of May has been recognized as Older American’s Month (OAM) since 1963. Originally named Senior Citizens Month it has evolved over time and has a different theme each year. The 2026 theme is Champion Your Health. The Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the nation’s observance of OAM and you can find more information on their website at  https://acl.gov/

IATP offers many free services and programs that support healthy aging through the use of assistive technology (AT). If you are not sure where to begin in your search for AT that may benefit you, start with our information and assistance through a phone call or email and/or browse our website to learn more about the many options we offer.

An older adult balancing on a log outside with a banner saying "Celebrating Older Americans Month: Champion Your Health" with the Older Americans Month logo.

Highlights

IATP Celebrates Older Americans Month

The month of May has been recognized as Older American’s Month (OAM) since 1963. Originally named Senior Citizens Month it has evolved over time and has a different theme each year. The 2026 theme is Champion Your Health. The Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the nation’s observance of OAM and you can find more information on their website at  https://acl.gov/

IATP offers many free services and programs that support healthy aging through the use of assistive technology (AT). If you are not sure where to begin in your search for AT that may benefit you, start with our information and assistance through a phone call or email and/or browse our website to learn more about the many options we offer.

An older adult balancing on a log outside with a banner saying "Celebrating Older Americans Month: Champion Your Health" with the Older Americans Month logo.

Updates & Announcements

Validation and Clinical Interpretation of the Fall Concerns Scale for People Who Use Wheelchairs and Scooters (FCS-WC/S)

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The Disability, Participation, and Quality of Life Laboratory at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites you to participate in an online research study. This study aims to evaluate a newly developed measure called “Fall Concerns Scale for People Who Use Wheelchairs and Scooters (FCS-WC/S)”. We are testing the tool to make sure it measures concerns about falling correctly and how it can help healthcare providers better assess fall-related concerns.

What will you do? Complete three online surveys over six months (Each survey takes about 20-50 minutes)

Who can participate? You are eligible if you:

  • Are 18 years or older
  • Use a wheelchair or scooter for at least 75% of your mobility
  • Have used a wheelchair or scooter for at least the past 6 months.
  • Can read and speak English
  • Are physically present in the United States.

You will be compensated with an Amazon gift card after each survey, totaling $40.

Register: Visit the Participant Registration Form for Fall Concerns Scale (FCS) Study link

Contact: For questions or to participate, email dpqol-fcs@illinois.edu

The study protocol has been approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at the University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign (IRB25‑1212).

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