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Michigan Assistive Technology Program This page is one of MATP's public awareness and information and referral resources for assistive technology in Michigan.

MATP serves individuals with disabilities, families, educators, employers, and service providers statewide.

“I am still so overwhelmed with what you were able to provide.”Alan, MATP service recipientAlan needed help accessing fi...
10/18/2026

“I am still so overwhelmed with what you were able to provide.”
Alan, MATP service recipient

Alan needed help accessing fire and carbon monoxide alarms for his apartment. MATP helped connect him with his local fire department, which was able to install the alarms through its program.

Sometimes, getting the right assistive technology or safety equipment starts with knowing who to contact. MATP helps people explore options, connect with community resources, and find solutions that meet their needs. For Alan, that connection helped make his home safer and brought peace of mind.

Do you need help with finding a service or resource? Contact us at [email protected].

[Image description: Graphic with MATP Logo and quote bubble with Text: "I am still so overwhelmed with what you were able to provide.- Alan (Recipient of MATP Services." There is also an internet icon with the words "mi-at.org" in the upper right corner.]

Do you live on the southeast side of the state? Join Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) in celebration of National ...
10/15/2026

Do you live on the southeast side of the state? Join Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) in celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) at MRS Six Steps, One Journey.

When: October 21, 2026, 10:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Where: MRS Ann Arbor Office, 3810 Packard Street, Suite 170, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

This engaging session will be focused on:

-Identifying your personal and professional strengths
-Recognizing transferable skills and talents
-Building effective teamwork and professional skills
-Using positive psychology to strengthen confidence and growth
-Connecting your talents to Current Labor Market Trends

For more information about this another events, check out MRS' events website: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/mrs/events

[Image description: A gold and tan flyer with dark blue text, white borders, and five decorative circular graphics that resemble fireworks featuring photographs of people in workplace and community settings: 1, Two people working at a desk, 2. A person speaking, 3. a person working on a car, 4. a person smiling and holding a white cane, 5. Two people on a construction site talking, one is a wheelchair user.
The main heading reads, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” followed by “National Disability Employment Awareness Month."
Text: "MRS Six Steps, One Journey
October 21st | 10:00 AM–11:45 AM
Ann Arbor District Office
3810 Packard, Ste. 170
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Join us for an engaging session focused on:
- Identifying your personal and professional strengths
- Recognizing transferable skills and talents
- Building effective teamwork and professional skills
- Using positive psychology to strengthen confidence and growth
- Connecting your talents to Current Labor Market Trends
Recognize your value | Recognize your talent.”
The bottom-left corner displays the logos for the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS), including the MRS tagline, “Promoting Abilities.”]

10/14/2026

Every eligible voter has the right to a private and independent vote, and for voters with disabilities, accessibility is part of that right.

The outdoors has plenty to offer, and assistive technology (AT) can help more people enjoy it on their own terms. Last w...
10/14/2026

The outdoors has plenty to offer, and assistive technology (AT) can help more people enjoy it on their own terms. Last week, AT Specialists Abby and Jileesa shared how during their Outdoor Recreation for Everyone presentation at the Michigan Alliance for Environmental & Outdoor Education (MAEOE) Conference in Flint.

After the presentation, many attendees stayed to ask questions, learn more, and check out some of the AT that can help make outdoor recreation more accessible. We love talking about AT, and it’s always fun when we find out how much everyone else loves learning about it, too!

[Image description: 2 photo collage: top is Abby and Jileesa in front of the MAEOE conference sign, and bottom photo is of Jileesa and Abby smiling with a group of some of the attendees who stayed after to ask questions and check out more AT.]

Do you live in Central Michigan? Join Assistive Technology Specialist Jileesa at Disability Mentoring Day this Wednesday...
10/12/2026

Do you live in Central Michigan? Join Assistive Technology Specialist Jileesa at Disability Mentoring Day this Wednesday, October 14!

Hosted by Community Mental Health (CMH) and Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS), this event will connect you with resources and information to support your employment goals.

Jileesa will be there with assistive technology (AT) you can try hands-on and resources to help you explore tools that may support you at work and daily life.

You can also learn about:
-Job searching and interviewing skills
-Benefits to work
-Job readiness andsoft skills

📍 Mid Michigan College
📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕙 10 a.m. to noon

Stop by, try out some technology, and connect with resources to help you explore your employment options. We hope to see you there!

[Image description: A flyer with a light blue central panel, a thick white rounded border, and a golden yellow background decorated with blue and white starbursts, sparkles, and abstract line patterns.
Text: "Celebrating Value and Talent. National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Join Us for Disability Mentoring Day!
When? 10 A.M. - 12 P.M. October 14, 2026
- Registration starts at 9:30 A.M.
Where? Mid-Michigan College
Address: 2600 S. Summerton Road, Mount Pleasant
Community Rooms, 186 & 187
Learn:
- Job and Interviewing Skills for Employment
- Benefits to Work
- Job readiness/soft skills."
At the bottom of the blue panel are two organization logo: The Community Mental Health for Central Michigan logo, featuring a circular arrangement of blue and green dots above the organization's name. On the right is the Michigan Rehabilitation Services logo, with large white letters “MRS,” the phrase “PROMOTING ABILITIES,” and “Michigan Rehabilitation Services” beneath.]

10/12/2026

Michigan’s general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and the required early voting period runs October 24 through November 1. Start with Michigan.gov/Vote to check your registration, find your polling place or early voting location (so you can map out a plan well in advance to get there), learn about absentee voting, and find your local clerk. Then, check out the accessible options available to help disabled voters participate privately and independently.

Those options include:

An accessible electronic absentee ballot, which can be marked using your own computer and assistive technology, then printed and returned

A Voter Assist Terminal (VAT) when voting in person

Curbside voting if you are unable to enter your voting location

Help marking your ballot from a person you choose, with some exceptions under election law

One in-person voting option we especially want more people to know about is the Voter Assist Terminal. Any voter can ask to use a VAT at an early voting site or polling place. You do not have to explain why you want to use one. It offers accessible ways to mark your ballot privately and independently. Learn more: https://www.michiganvoting.org/voter-assist-terminal

[Image description: A voting graphic shows a Black man who uses a wheelchair using a Voter Assist Terminal (VAT) touchscreen. Large colorful text reads, “The polls are open for everyone.” A blue banner includes the Disability Justice Alliance (DJA) logo and reads, “See how the VAT makes voting in person easier” and “Paid for by the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition.” MDRC is proud to work with the Disability Justice Alliance and a coalition of partners to spread awareness that VATs are available at every polling place.]

What a busy time we had at the Healthy Living Expo last week! Demonstration and Loan Administrator Sarah had a brief mom...
10/12/2026

What a busy time we had at the Healthy Living Expo last week! Demonstration and Loan Administrator Sarah had a brief moment to take a selfie and a photo of our table (filled with assistive technology) between making connections and sharing resources. Thank you to Northville Parks and Recreation for inviting us!

[Images description: a set of 2 photos- 1. A picture of Sarah sitting at a table with a teal tablecloth with AT for daily living, including a jar opener, a handy can, and a companion cat. 2. A smiling selfie of Sarah; she has blonde hair, and her glasses are on top of her head.]

Want to learn more about assistive technology and our program? Join us for a Tech Tuesday introduction to MATP! We’ll sh...
10/09/2026

Want to learn more about assistive technology and our program? Join us for a Tech Tuesday introduction to MATP! We’ll show you our resources and services, discuss the different ways AT can support people in their everyday lives, and highlight some of the most requested and newest items in our lending library. Plus, we’ll share what’s happening with the MATP team and what’s coming up next.

ASL and CART will be provided.

To sign up for this free lunch-and-learn webinar, register here: https://TechTuesdayIntroToATandMATP.eventbrite.com

[Image description: Flyer for Tech Tuesday: Introduction to Assistive Technology and MATP. It has the MATP logo and 3 pictures in decorative circle frames: 1. A man with glasses uses a “For Your Eyes Only” magnifier light. 2. A person sitting, smiling, and holding an iPad and Apple Pencil. 3. A person sitting in a recliner smiling with a Joy for All Cat in their lap.
Text: "Curious about assistive technology (AT) or wondering what the Michigan Assistive Technology Program (MATP) is all about?
Join us for a Tech Tuesday introduction to MATP! We’ll give you a look at our resources and services, talk about the different ways AT can support people in their everyday lives, and show off some of the most requested and newest items in our lending library. Plus, we’ll share what’s happening with the MATP team and what’s coming up next.
Presenters: Aimee Sterk, LMSW, MATP Program Director, and the Michigan Assistive Technology Program (MATP) Staff. November 10th, Noon to 1:30 p.m. Register today! ASL and CART provided."]

We’re having a great time at the Ombudsman Best Practices in Long Term Care Conference in Escanaba today!MATP Director A...
10/07/2026

We’re having a great time at the Ombudsman Best Practices in Long Term Care Conference in Escanaba today!

MATP Director Aimee Sterk is presenting “Small Changes, BIG Differences: Assistive Technology Enhancing Life,” talking about how assistive technology can make everyday life easier and give people more choices.

And the speaker gift included pasties, so we’re definitely feeling welcome in the Upper Peninsula!

[Image description: a collection of two pictures: 1. The conference room front with speaker presenting, blue projection screen and Aimee's spot at the table in the audience with a folder and a microphone. 2. A conference room with crescent round tables. Every chair is filled with conference participants.]

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the contributions of workers with...
10/07/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the contributions of workers with disabilities and promote workplaces where people with disabilities can succeed. This October, Disability Network Southwest Michigan is offering a three-part Disability Employment Series designed to provide practical information for people with disabilities, employees, employers, and others interested in disability employment.

Whether you are a person with a disability, an employer, a coworker, or someone who supports people with disabilities, these sessions will provide practical information you can use in the workplace.

Each presentation covers a different aspect of disability and employment, giving you information about navigating the workplace with a disability and supporting employees with disabilities. You can register for one, two or all three trainings!

Session 1: You CAN Work When Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits!
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
10:00 - 11:30 AM

Session 2: Asking for Job Accommodations
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
10:00 - 11:30 AM

Session 3: What to Do When an Employee Discloses a Disability
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
10:00 - 11:30 AM

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3498 East Lake Lansing Road, Suite 100
East Lansing, MI
48823

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15173332477

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