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Fact Sheets on Assistive Technology Services and Devices

What is Assistive Technology
This document explains what assistive technology is, both the legal and common definitions are given. Many examples are given as well.
A Guide to Adaptive Toys in Kentucky
This is an explanation of adaptive toys, their value, and sources for toys and modifications to toys.
Choosing Appropriate Technology
This provides hints and tips on choosing appropriate technology.
Assistive Technology in the IEP
This document explains the Individual Educational Plan, (IEP), and how it relates to assistive technology. The rights of parents and children regarding assistive technology in the IEP and steps to ensure that AT is included in the IEP are also outlined.
Assistive Technology and Older Kentuckians
This is an explanation of many ways in which assistive technology may benefit older Kentuckians and lists some resources for getting assistance in meeting AT needs.
Assistive Technology and Children
Children can benefit from assistive technology. This document lists some benefits and resources that are available.
Ramps and Home Modifications
This is a document explaining the use of assistive technology to make a home more accessible and some resources for information and assistance in this important area.
Medicaid EPSDT
EPSDT is "Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment", and is a program offered under Medicaid. In some cases, assistive technology may be provided to children under this program. This document provides further details.
Americans with Disabilities Act
This landmark federal legislation provides civil rights to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition defined as a "disability" under this law you have certain rights that you should be aware of.
Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices
Provides information about Augmentative Communication Resourse from the Internet.
Assistive Technology in the Classroom
Provides information resources from the internet on intergrating assistive technology into the classroom setting.
Postsecondary Education Resources
Provides information on webresourse that help with Postsecondary education.
Kentucky New Assistive Devices Warranty Act
Provides a general overview of the "AT Lemon Law" to protect consumers of assistive technology devices.
Cognitive Disabilities and Assistive Technology
Provides information and resources for technology solutions for individuals with cognitive and learning disabilities.

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