Assistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA) connects Alaskans who have disabilities with the tools they need to learn, work, play, and participate in community life safely and independently. ATLA is the implementor of the federal Assistive Technology "Tech Act" Project and provides services and activities for Alaskans of all age. Staff work in collaboration with the Alaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Independent Living Centers, schools, organizations, businesses and other entities around the state to increase the awareness and knowledge of the benefits of assistive technology (AT).
ATLA goals are to improve access to and the acquisition of assistive technology for Alaskans in the areas of education, employment, community living and information technology (IT) and telecommunications. This is accomplished through many different types of activities and services.
ATLA offers the following:
ATLA does not advocate for or recommend specific devices or software programs. Staff provide consumers with enough knowledge to make “informed choices” about different technologies that meet their needs and skills. Consumers are encouraged to tryout their selections though a short-term loan or at their local demonstration center.
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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 16 February 2010 21:54 |
JOB OPENING
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Assistive Technology Specialist, in conjunction with ATLA staff, provides assistive technology services to consumers and interested individuals through demonstrations, training, assessment, acquisition/sales and implementation of a variety of assistive technologies. This individual will assist with the planning and implementation of Alaska’s Tech Act grant and will provide both direct and indirect services and support via multiple modes of telecommunication.
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SPRING INTO SUMMER SALE
Welcome to the 2010 ATLA Summer Yard Sale. If you see an item that you are interested in, please email Amanda at
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or call us at (907) 563-2599. There are some great bargains here.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 18 July 2010 22:49 )
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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 16 February 2010 10:33 |
NEW!! ATLA's monthly AT Training Series
Third Thursdays @ 3:30
AT Across the Age Span
February 18
Overview of AT for Boomers and Seniors
March 18
Overview of AT Tools for School and Employment
~ Reading and Writing
April15th
Overview of AT Tools for School ~ Math
May 20th
Overview of AT Tools for Home Living
No Webinar In June
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Specific Needs Series
July 15th
AT Tools to Support Vision and Hearing
Presentation Link coming soon / Go to ATLA BLOG
August 19th
AT Tools to Support Communication
September 16th
AT Tools for Memory Support
October 21st
AT Tools to Support Computer Access for Anyone
November 18th
AT Tools to Support Daily Living
for People with Quadriplegia
No Webinar in December
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 20 July 2010 08:41 )
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