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Pathways To Funding For Children
A Handbook for West Virginia's Parents and Caregivers
PATHS: Partnerships in Assistive TecHnologieS
What is Assistive Technology?
An assistive technology device is any item or piece of equipment used to increase, keep, or improve a person's functional capabilities. These devices may be as simple as reading glasses or as complex as a speaking personal computer.
An assistive technology service is any service that helps an individual select, get or learn to use an assistive technology device. These services include customizing, fitting, maintaining, and repairing devices, assistive technology evaluations, funding, and technical assistance training on how to use assistive technology devices.
Assistive technology can help individuals maintain or become more independent at home, work, and their communities.
Assistive technology covers a wide range of products and services.
Table of Contents
Categories of Assistive Technology
Examples of Assistive Technology
Coalition Members
Section 1 - Major Assistive Technology Funding Sources
Section 2 - Other Funding Sources and Services
Section 3 - Common AT Funding Source Questions
Section 4 - How to Organize your Funding Request
Appendix A: What a Justification Letter Should Include
Appendix B: Effective Terminology
Appendix C: Local Health Departments
Appendix D: Rehabilitation Services
Appendix E: WV Division of Veterans Affairs
Appendix F: WV Government Agencies
Appendix G - WV Summer Activities for Children with Disabilities
Appendix H - WV Parent Educator Resource Centers
Appendix I - WV Behavior Health Centers
Appendix J - WV Department of Health and Human Resources - Management Staff
Appendix K - WV Department of Health and Human Resources - Local County Offices
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