• Danny's Wish Danny’s Wish provides iPads to individuals on the autism spectrum to be used solely as a communication device. Requirements include that the individual must:
    (1) have a diagnosis on the autism spectrum,
    (2) be a resident of the U.S.,
    (3) be minimally verbal or nonverbal,
    (4) be in financial need (gross income not to exceed $100,000), and
    (5) have access to a computer and an iTunes account.     Applications will be reviewed by the Danny’s Wish Foundation.
    Funding     funding
  • Housing.NE.gov The Department of Health and Human Services
    (DHHS) is excited to celebrate 5 years of
    Housing.NE.gov and believes the site will
    be more valuable as it continues to grow.     DHHS has provided financial support for Housing.NE.gov
    since 2009.     Jennifer Dreibelbis of DHHS feels that Housing.NE.gov
    “helps community action agencies find rental properties
    for clients and helps them navigate what is available in
    their community.” She is also looking forward to the
    integration of new ideas into the site as it moves forward.
    Housing     housing
  • Returning to Work In 2006 Sy Doan, Owner of Sy’s Tailor Shop in
    Omaha, sustained a spinal cord injury.     While struggling to manage pain and accept his paralysis,
    Sy’s passion for sewing and his customers gave him the
    courage to contact Vocational Rehabilitation (VR).

    VR Senior Rehabilitation Specialist Nancy Lammers said
    that Sy cares tremendously about his customer base and
    the quality of work that he does. Desirae Vallier, ATP
    Technology Specialist added, “It was very clear from the
    beginning that Sy was very motivated and loves his
    business so much. His whole heart was in it.”    Watch Sy’s video to see how he returned to work and the
    technology he uses to independently perform his job
    duties. Pictured: Desirae, Sy and Nancy. Employment     employment
  • In the Classroom Cozad Elementary Resource Teacher Kaitlin Timmons uses a wide variety of assistive technology devices with her students to help them become and remain independent in the classroom. Kaitlin utilized the AT4ALL.COM website to borrow the iPad for several months for her first-grade student Lachey Bohlen (pictured at right with Kaitlin). Lachey has Down syndrome and the iPad
    offers him the opportunity to learn skills in a new
    way. “The iPad provides a lot of ways to make
    learning more exciting for Lachey and to get him
    more excited to practice his math, reading and writing,”
    Kaitlin said.     Contact an Education Technology Specialist in your
    area     today, and learn how you can incorporate
    technology in your classroom. Education     education
  • Transportation Looking for:

    transportation options for persons with disabilities?

    driver evaluation centers?

    manufacturer rebates or reimbursements on new vehicle modifications?

    accessible or adaptable vehicle companies, or adaptive vehicle rentals?     Check out ATP’s online list,“Resources for Accessible Transportation and Equipment.” Equipment     equipment

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DISCOVER TECHNOLOGY

The Latest Issue of ATP's Discover Technology Is now AvailABLE.

 

    Issue includes:
  • • Accessible Bathroom = Peace of Mind
  • • Business Owner Regains Independence
  • • Visitability - Design with Everyone in Mind
  • • Information on Housing.NE.gov & AT4ALL.COM

 

 

ATP Technology Specialist Charles Beardslee Retires

Technology Specialist Charles Beardslee pictured at his desk in 1993.Charles began his work with ATP in the Lincoln ATP office in 1993.

As an experienced architect, Charles helped make homes for Nebraskans with disabilities more accessible. Thank you Charles for your many contributions to ATP and consumers across the state; your expertise and consumer service skills will be missed.

Pictured: Charles at his desk in 1993.

 

2012 Transition Conferences

Save the Date: March 20, 21, 28, 30 and April 3

 

Nebraska Transition Conferences - One day workshops to help students (age 14-21), parents and educators connect and explore employment and assistive technology.

 

More 2012 Events

17 FEB
Bridging the AT Gap Learn about apps, communication devices, Make-n-Takes, smart pen technology, etc at ESU 3. For more information email joberhauser@esu3.org.
29 MAR
6th Annual Nebraska Brain Injury Conference Held on March 29 & 30 in Kearney to discuss therapeutic strategies and resources available to assist individuals with traumatic brain injury and their families.

featured products & Resources

AT4ALL.COM A free online service to list and find equipment in Nebraska - Find assistive technology devices, and borrow, locate
or list new or used equipment. Visit www.at4all.com today!

Housing.NE.govA free online service to list and find rental housing in Nebraska - Locate available housing that best fits your needs. Also find helpful resources, tools for renters, and more! Visit www.housing.ne.gov today!

YouTubeJoin us, nebraskaATP, on YouTube. Now posting technology demonstration videos and consumer success stories.

TwitterJoin us, nebraskaATP, via Twitter or Accessible Twitter for regular updates on assistive technology.

Service & Device ApplicationTo apply for ATP services complete a Service & Device Application Form. This application form is used to gather information about the services and/or devices you need.

Resources for Accessible Transportation
and EquipmentThe Resources for Accessible Transportation and Equipment is a list of adaptive vehicle vendors, driver evaluation centers, and manufacturers of adaptive vehicle equipment. This list is for informational purposes only. ATP does not in any way endorse the products or vendors listed nor take responsibility for the accuracy of this information.

ATP Advisory CouncilThe role of the ATP's Advisory Council is to give advice regarding the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the activities carried out through the Assistive Technology Act of 2004, PL 108-364.

Nebraska's State Plan | Advisory Council Members