“I am disabled from Parkinson, neuropathy and degenerative arthritis. Not long ago, I was very active and working all the time. Assistive technology greatly benefits those with special needs and allows them to maintain a better quality of life. Assistive technology makes life bearable instead of impossible.” John Spillman, Labette County

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) helps persons with disabilities find ways to live and work as independently as possible through the use of assistive devices and services. The primary mission of the project is to engage in activities that are designed to result in laws, regulations, policies, practices, or organizational structures that promote consumer-responsive programs that increase access to assistive technology devices and services. The Project is guided by an Executive Advisory Board made up of individuals with disabilities, family members, and representatives from state agencies.

Assistive technology enables individuals to be as productive and independent as possible. Assistive Technology for Kansans provides information, training and funding assistance related to technology for individuals with disabilities or health conditions that may include: amputation, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, muscular dystrophy, back pain, post-polio syndrome, cancer, respiratory problems, cardiac problems, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, stroke, deafness and hearing impairments, traumatic brain injury, blindness or vision impairments, mental retardation.

For more information about components or history of the ATK Project, click on a topic:
• Interagency Equipment Loan System
• Policy and Funding Analysis
• Project Management & Regional Access Sites
• ATK Accomplishments