About WVATSWest Virginia Assistive Technology System Funding Guides
Pathways To Funding For Adults and Seniors:
A Handbook for West Virginia's Residents
PATHS: Partnerships in Assistive TecHnologieS
PATHS is a coalition of West Virginia agencies, organizations and consumers interested in increasing availability of and access to assistive technology.
Coalition Members
- West Virginia Department of Education
- West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services
- West Virginia Assistive Technology System of the Center for Excellence in Disabilities at West Virginia University
- West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
Bureau of Medical Services
Bureau of Public Health
Office of Maternal and Child Health
Birth to Three Program
Parent Network
Bureau for Behavioral Health and Health Facilities
Office of Behavioral Health Services
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Family Support Program
- West Virginia Parent Training and Information
Special thanks to: Parent Network Specialists
Contact Information: Jamie Hayhurst-Marshall, Assistive Technology Coordinator
West Virginia Assistive Technology System/Center for Excellence in Disabilities
800-841-8436 (in WV); 304-293-4692 ext. 1141 or jhayhurst@hsc.wvu.edu
Table of Contents
What is Assistive TechnologySection 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: Rehabilitation Services Offices
Appendix D: WV Division of Veterans Affairs Offices
Appendix E: Area Agencies on Aging
Appendix F: WV County Senior Centers
Appendix G: Senior Health Insurance Programs (SHIP)
Appendix H: Provider Agencies - Community/Personal Care
Appendix I: WV Behavior Health Centers
Appendix J: Centers for Independent Living
Appendix K: Local Health Departments
Appendix L: WV Government Agencies
Appendix M: WV Department of Health and Human Resources Offices
Appendix N: WV Senior Corps Programs
January 2007 6th Edition
