West Virginia Assistive Technology System Funding Guides

Pathways To Funding For Adults and Seniors:
A Handbook for West Virginia's Residents

PATHS, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit that shares information, resources and expertise about assistive technology. PATHS, Inc. provides education and training activities statewide to create awareness about and access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities, their families and service providers.

Questions regarding funders, resources or accuracy of information:
Please call Sarah Jacobin at 800-841-8436.

PATHS, Inc.
P.O. Box 372
Dellslow, WV 26531
E-mail: Pathsinc@gmail.com
Web site: www.atpaths.org

April 2009
8th Edition
Layout & Design: Center for Excellence in Disabilities

Table of Contents

What is Assistive Technology
Section 1 - Major Assistive Technology Funding Sources
Section 2 - Other Funding Sources, Services, and Resources
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: WV Department of Rehabilitation Districts and Offices
Appendix D: WV Division of Veterans
Appendix E: WV Behavioral Health Centers
Appendix F: Centers for Independent Living
Appendix G: Advocacy Organizations
Appendix H: Local Health Departments
Appendix I: WV Government Agencies and Officials
Appendix J: WV Department of Health and Human Resources Offices
Appendix K: WV Senior Corps Programs
Appendix L: 800 Numbers
Appendix M: Catholic Community Services, Inc.
Appendix N: Low Cost Dental Care
Appendix O: Social Security Administration Offices
Appendix P: Community Action Agencies