Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology picture including computer, tablet, amazon Echo, Reader, Ergonomic keyboard, live scribe pen, and Track man mouse
Independent Living often requires Assistive Technology, a.k.a. "AT." So what is AT? It's any tool that can make life easier living with a disability: wheelchairs, screen reading software, and ramps are some examples. Still not sure what AT means? Just check out the video below on "Understanding Assistive Technology."
Vincent Lopez
(650) 645-1780 ext. 127
vlopez@cidsanmateo.org
- Need internet access at home? We are partnered with the Digital Access Project to get you internet at home for $10 a month.
- Need vehicle modifications? We can connect you with a foundation that pays up to $5000.00 towards vehicle modifications.
- Need a walker or other medical equipment? Our REUSE program offers you medical equipment at low cost or no charge for qualified consumers.
Vincent Lopez
(650) 645-1780 ext. 127
vlopez@cidsanmateo.org
02/2021 Assistive Technology is currently suspending our Reuse Program due to COVID-19. If you would like to be put on our Waitlist, please contact Vincent Lopez @ vlopez@cidsanmateo.org or call @ 650-645-1780x127 and leave a message.
Thank You for considering CID for your DME donations.
Thank You for considering CID for your DME donations.
Please check out CID's YouTube Channel to find resources and please subscribe to our channel for updates
www.youtube.com/channel/UCK3WCtF4pVaLDbXLFbBTE9w
If you are looking for Durable Medical Equipment, Please fill out the form and our Assistive Technology Manager will reach out to you
The Center for Independence Reuse program is offering a one-time emergency service for adults who need Incontinence Supplies (Adult Diapers, Bed Pads, Wipes, and Gloves) dependent on availability.
From our research for sources of adult diapers for consumers is to
Other Options to Lower Costs on Adult Diapers (From Payingforseniorcare.com)
https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/adult-diapers/financial-assistance.html
When all opportunities for financial assistance have been exhausted and one must pay out-of-pocket for adult diapers, the following is advised.
1) Look for adult diaper coupons. See link above to find sources
2) Use a discount prescription drug card. Often times, medical supplies, as well as prescriptions are discounted. See link above to find sources
3) Keep all receipts. The total cost for adult diapers are tax deductible. See link to learn about medical expenses write offs on link above.
4) Shop online. Purchasing in bulk online can reduce the cost by as much as 50%, or even 80% over purchasing in a local pharmacy or grocery store. Furthermore, products can be shipped free of charge and in discreet packaging. The lowest prices our organization has found for adult diapers and other incontinence supplies is from DiscountMedicalSupplies.com.
5) Request free samples. Many adult diaper companies, including well-known brands, provide samples free of charge. This often includes free shipping.
Here are some additional links
Mail Order Incontinence Supplies-They can check if you have medical coverage:https://activelifemed.com/medi-cal/?gclid=CjwKCAiAgrfhBRA3EiwAnfF4thb2G_qdyGXOfSYiixexQxR6e_WytzXUi3h2UhBRodo4yemwUJ1mhxoCTzAQAvD_BwE
https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/adult-diapers/financial-assistance.html
https://www.hcd.com/blog/medicaid-incontinence-supplies/
If you have any further questions about Incontinence Supplies- feel free to contact Vincent Lopez @ 650-645-1780x127 or email@ vlopez@cidsanmateo.org
From our research for sources of adult diapers for consumers is to
- Contact their Doctor to get a prescription for the incontinence supplies
- Private Medical insurance may provide coverage
- Medicare and Medi-gap insurance does not provide incontinence supplies for individuals living outside of a nursing home
- Medicaid does not look like it will cover incontinence supplies- best to check with insurance themselves to be safe or if a waiver is available and applies for supplies
Other Options to Lower Costs on Adult Diapers (From Payingforseniorcare.com)
https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/adult-diapers/financial-assistance.html
When all opportunities for financial assistance have been exhausted and one must pay out-of-pocket for adult diapers, the following is advised.
1) Look for adult diaper coupons. See link above to find sources
2) Use a discount prescription drug card. Often times, medical supplies, as well as prescriptions are discounted. See link above to find sources
3) Keep all receipts. The total cost for adult diapers are tax deductible. See link to learn about medical expenses write offs on link above.
4) Shop online. Purchasing in bulk online can reduce the cost by as much as 50%, or even 80% over purchasing in a local pharmacy or grocery store. Furthermore, products can be shipped free of charge and in discreet packaging. The lowest prices our organization has found for adult diapers and other incontinence supplies is from DiscountMedicalSupplies.com.
5) Request free samples. Many adult diaper companies, including well-known brands, provide samples free of charge. This often includes free shipping.
Here are some additional links
Mail Order Incontinence Supplies-They can check if you have medical coverage:https://activelifemed.com/medi-cal/?gclid=CjwKCAiAgrfhBRA3EiwAnfF4thb2G_qdyGXOfSYiixexQxR6e_WytzXUi3h2UhBRodo4yemwUJ1mhxoCTzAQAvD_BwE
https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/adult-diapers/financial-assistance.html
https://www.hcd.com/blog/medicaid-incontinence-supplies/
If you have any further questions about Incontinence Supplies- feel free to contact Vincent Lopez @ 650-645-1780x127 or email@ vlopez@cidsanmateo.org
Here is a opportunity to take technology classes offered at Little House sponsored by the Peninsula Volunteers. If you are in the area and wanted to learn about technology, Please contact them and set up an appointment.
Hello CID Family,
I thought you would be interested in these programs. Project Invent pairs local High School students with consumers with disabilities to create assistive technology. Stanford University's Perspectives in Assistive Technology course is seeking student project suggestions.
Project Invent Nueva High School
I have just met with Connie Liu and her students and learned about Project Invent. They are collaborating with Nueva School students in San Mateo and are looking for People with disabilities to create Assistive Technology.
Project Invent, an organization that teaches high school students how to use design and technology to solve real-world problems. We pair teams of students with individuals who face unique everyday challenges and pose those as opportunities to design new technologies. Students have designed everything from fall detectors for senior citizens to smart wallets to help the blind detect bill denominations. If you're interested in sharing your stories, inspiring youth, and creating powerful learning experiences for high school students, we would love for you to become a community partner.
You can see examples of student work here: www.projectinvent.org
You can also see more about what being a community partner means here: https://drive.google.com/…/1prchJJBcFWTkIor_PiiwSSaN_…/view…
Contact us at hello@projectinvent.org if you are interested in getting involved. Thank you!
Stanford
Stanford University's Perspectives in Assistive Technology course is seeking student project suggestions
Perspectives in Assistive Technology is a 10-week course that explores the
design, development, and use of technology that benefits people with
disabilities and older adults.
In this course, students from many academic disciplines learn about disability,
assistive technology, and rehabilitation from guest lecturers and field trips to
local medical and engineering facilities.
Students also have the opportunity to work on projects that would benefit people
with a disability and older adults in the local community. Through these project
efforts, they learn and practice how to work in teams, engage with the local
community, solve problems through an engineering design process, practice oral
and written communication skills, exercise critical thinking, and gain
confidence in their abilities - all-important as they transition from students to
professionals.
Projects typically address difficulties in performing tasks such as working,
learning, moving, communicating, accessing products (including computers), and
daily living activities such as creative expression, cooking, cleaning, and
pursuing happiness. Projects that explore design concepts that improve
diagnosis, therapy, and rehabilitation are also pursued.
At this time, I am searching for interesting student project suggestions that
would address a challenge experienced by an individual with a disability or an
older adult or the people who care for them. I would appreciate any project
suggestions you might have.
This is an excellent opportunity to have bright students work on team projects
that address long-standing problems experienced by people in the local
community.
Here is a webpage that has more detail about what I am looking for:
http://www.stanford.edu/class/engr110/projectideas.html
Please contact me if you have projects to suggest or would like more information
about the course or project requirements.
Thanks so much - take care,
David L. Jaffe
Course website:
http://engr110.stanford.edu
"If you have suggestions or questions, please contact Dave Jaffe, the course instructor, at davejaffe@stanford.edu"
I thought you would be interested in these programs. Project Invent pairs local High School students with consumers with disabilities to create assistive technology. Stanford University's Perspectives in Assistive Technology course is seeking student project suggestions.
Project Invent Nueva High School
I have just met with Connie Liu and her students and learned about Project Invent. They are collaborating with Nueva School students in San Mateo and are looking for People with disabilities to create Assistive Technology.
Project Invent, an organization that teaches high school students how to use design and technology to solve real-world problems. We pair teams of students with individuals who face unique everyday challenges and pose those as opportunities to design new technologies. Students have designed everything from fall detectors for senior citizens to smart wallets to help the blind detect bill denominations. If you're interested in sharing your stories, inspiring youth, and creating powerful learning experiences for high school students, we would love for you to become a community partner.
You can see examples of student work here: www.projectinvent.org
You can also see more about what being a community partner means here: https://drive.google.com/…/1prchJJBcFWTkIor_PiiwSSaN_…/view…
Contact us at hello@projectinvent.org if you are interested in getting involved. Thank you!
Stanford
Stanford University's Perspectives in Assistive Technology course is seeking student project suggestions
Perspectives in Assistive Technology is a 10-week course that explores the
design, development, and use of technology that benefits people with
disabilities and older adults.
In this course, students from many academic disciplines learn about disability,
assistive technology, and rehabilitation from guest lecturers and field trips to
local medical and engineering facilities.
Students also have the opportunity to work on projects that would benefit people
with a disability and older adults in the local community. Through these project
efforts, they learn and practice how to work in teams, engage with the local
community, solve problems through an engineering design process, practice oral
and written communication skills, exercise critical thinking, and gain
confidence in their abilities - all-important as they transition from students to
professionals.
Projects typically address difficulties in performing tasks such as working,
learning, moving, communicating, accessing products (including computers), and
daily living activities such as creative expression, cooking, cleaning, and
pursuing happiness. Projects that explore design concepts that improve
diagnosis, therapy, and rehabilitation are also pursued.
At this time, I am searching for interesting student project suggestions that
would address a challenge experienced by an individual with a disability or an
older adult or the people who care for them. I would appreciate any project
suggestions you might have.
This is an excellent opportunity to have bright students work on team projects
that address long-standing problems experienced by people in the local
community.
Here is a webpage that has more detail about what I am looking for:
http://www.stanford.edu/class/engr110/projectideas.html
Please contact me if you have projects to suggest or would like more information
about the course or project requirements.
Thanks so much - take care,
David L. Jaffe
Course website:
http://engr110.stanford.edu
"If you have suggestions or questions, please contact Dave Jaffe, the course instructor, at davejaffe@stanford.edu"
Adaptive Forks, Spoons and Knives, Metal Straw, Liftware steady for tremors and liftware level for C.P and other varous types of weighted, adjustable, and similar items for eating, including anti-slip bowl and plate.
Thanks to a donation from Liftware, CID is a demonstration center for the Liftware Steady-spoon and the Liftware Level-spoon
We also have various other assistive eating items to help users find the “Right Tool” for their eating needs.
Here is a list of items we currently have to demonstrate:
We also have various other assistive eating items to help users find the “Right Tool” for their eating needs.
Here is a list of items we currently have to demonstrate:
- Liftware Steady-For Tremors - https://www.liftware.com/steady/
- Liftware Level - For Limited Mobility and Dexterity - https://www.liftware.com/level/
- Elispoon Balance Spoon - For Limited Mobility and Dexterity - http://elispoon.com/
- Safesip Cup covers – Prevent spilling from almost any cup - https://www.safe-sip-us.com/
- Swivel Fork – Limited Mobility and Dexterity
- CA-Safe Straws – Everyone needs a straw sometimes
- Ableware Plate and spoon – anti-slip bowl and plate with lip to ease scooping
- Rocker Style Knife – Eases cutting
- Good- Grips Fork and Knife
- Bendable Utensils
- Assorted tools to build up conventional utensils
- 24” Straw for extended drinking
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Ben, our independent living generalist, Craig McCullough of San Mateo Commission on Disabilities, and Amy of Livermore Independent Living Center, with with friends at Abilities Expo San Jose 2014
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What is a FreedomTech Loan?The FreedomTech Financial Loan Program provides Californians with affordable financial loans to purchase needed assistive technology. Our financial loans range from $500 to $15,000.
The FreedomTech Financial Loan Program can lend you money to purchase a variety of assistive technology:
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