Provides special technology for area students with physical and learning disabilities. Includes various software, courseware, and hardware to meet the multiple learning needs of people with physical, sensory, or learning limitation and disabilities.

Provides free loans of assistive technology. Assistive technology is any device that can be used to improve the functional abilities of people with disabilities or short-term injuries. Available items include wheelchairs, walkers, Rollators, canes, crutches, ramps, grab bars, Hoyer lifts, adaptive seating, shower chairs, commodes, wander alarms, weighted items, adaptive utensils, laptops, iPads and deaf and blind/low vision technology. We also have learning aids, toys and games for early intervention, as well as pediatric equipment. Free delivery may be available.

Evaluates wheelchairs, tub benches, commodes, mattresses, etc. Recommends adjustments, new equipment, and the purchase of durable medical equipment.

Lends equipment, videotapes and books, including: items for people with hearing, visual or mobility impairments convalescent equipment such as wheelchairs, canes, crutches, walkers and commodes modular wheelchair rampsDoes NOT have hospital beds, but has list of places which loan/rent/sell themHas adaptive equipment catalogs.

Provides services for individuals with hearing impairments including hearing aids, auditory processing evaluations, and tinnitus retraining therapy.

* Provides device loans of AT (Assistive Technology), device demonstrations, AT information and referral services.

Offers an assistive technology lending library that loans out durable medical equipment to people with disabilities and their families. Inventory can be viewed at ACCESSCNY.org website.

Administers programs and services to enhance employability, maximize independence, and assist in the development of the capacities and strengths of people who are legally blind. Programs include:

Equipment Loan Fund, which allows individuals to borrow up to $4,000 to purchase adaptive equipment.

Children's services for children who are legally blind, including early intervention rehabilitation, working with and empowering parents, arranging services to supplement educational activities, and ensuring a smooth transition to adult services.

Vocational rehabilitation programs for adults and youth ages 14 to 21 years, which provide a number of services, including assessment, information and referral, casework services, job coaching, orientation and mobility training, independent living skills training, and assistive technology assistance.

Independent living services for individuals who are not eligible for vocational rehabilitation services and who are not receiving services through another NYSCB Program. These services are provided based on individual need and may include orientation and mobility services, rehabilitation teaching, low vision services and devices, social casework, and adaptive equipment.

Provides a network of pediatric specialty hospitals, founded by the Shrine, where children <18yrs receive medical care regardless of ability to pay.

Evaluates wheelchairs, tub benches, commodes, mattresses, etc. Recommends adjustments, new equipment, and the purchase of durable medical equipment.

Services include summer employment program, handicapped bus, Handicapped Enforcement Parking Program, specialized library, newsletter, TTY phone, suggestions on removal of architectural barriers, information and referral, ombudsman who investigates complaints, and listing of accessible services/buildings. Liasion to the Citizen's Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities.

Provides assistive technology evaluations and training for individuals, training and education for professionals, demonstrations and an on-site library. Serves people with disabilities of all ages and all ranges of disabilities with special education related services and vocation-related professionals. Serves Nassau and Suffolk Counties and the statewide area.

Evaluates wheelchairs, tub benches, commodes, mattresses, etc. Recommends adjustments, new equipment, and the purchase of durable medical equipment.

Comprehensive service to inpatients and outpatients, specializing in custom design, fitting and fabrication of variety of devices, including sports knee and post polio bracing, myoelectric prosthesis, C-Leg and traditional pediatric and adult prosthetic designs.

Offers a variety of assistive technology services to children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities, including adaptive equipment that can help increase an individual with independence in many areas of life. The center offers a following:Lending Library - Adapted toys, switches, computer hardware, software, daily living aids and communication devices.Computer Lab - Fully adaptable computer stations are available for achieving educational and vocational goals.Assessment and Training - Skills are evaluated so that suitable assistive equipment can be found.

Provides speakers to present programs on hearing impairment and demonstration of relevant assistive devices other than hearing aids.

Provides assistive technology (AT) services including evaluations, training, consultation, and device demonstrations for individuals with disabilities of all ages, families, counselors, therapists, teachers, agencies, and other interested consumers. Training available in assistive computer software, hardware, and AT devices for individuals, schools, and adults. Also offers work site assessments and environmental control assessments. Also offers the WNY Regional TRAID Center; see separate listing for details.

Evaluates wheelchairs, tub benches, commodes, mattresses, etc. Recommends adjustments, new equipment, and the purchase of durable medical equipment.

Provides specialized information and referral to persons with physical disabilities who are seeking assistive technology devices to maintain or improve their functional capabilities. Provides referrals for assessments, and will discuss specific devices. Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities to choose, acquire and use assistive technology appropriate for their needs. Collaborative Project of the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County and United Cerebral Palsy Association of Suffolk County.

Provides specialized communication services geared for those with disabilities.

Evaluates wheelchairs, tub benches, commodes, mattresses, etc. Recommends adjustments, new equipment, and the purchase of durable medical equipment.

Provides access to assistive technology to any New Yorker with a disability through Regional TRAID Centers. Documentation from a treating professional, a Doctor, Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist is required to process the loan to ensure that the device or equipment is safe and suitable for the individual to use. Call for detailed information.

Specializes in making customized braces, seat inserts, hand splints and other assistive technology at a lower cost to families. Wheelchair repair also available.

Evaluates wheelchairs, tub benches, commodes, mattresses, etc. Recommends adjustments, new equipment, and the purchase of durable medical equipment.