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Illinois Assistive Technology Program - IATP

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Illinois Assistive Technology Program - IATP

IATP is the non-profit organization designated as the Statewide Assistive Technology Program.
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What we do

Our mission is to provide Illinoisans of all ages with disabilities and health conditions greater access to assistive technology devices and services so that they may enhance their independence and participation in all aspects of life. To achieve this, we offer numerous assistive technology programs and services to learn about and try AT devices, financial loans to purchase AT, trainin

g, technical assistance, and a variety of contracted services including professional AT evaluations. Please explore our website at iltech.org, read our annual report, and/or contact us to learn more about how we may help you or your organization. Who we serve

We provide expertise in assistive technology and accessible information technology to:

• All Illinois residents of all ages with disabilities and/or health conditions including family members, friends, and caregivers

• Professional service providers in aging, community living, early childhood, education, employment, health care, veteran’s services, and other social services

• Community, Social, and Youth Organizations

• Large and small businesses

• State Agencies and local governments

06/23/2026

Tomorrow is the Low Vision Technology Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Christ the King Parish Hall – 1930 Barberry Drive, Springfield, IL. Free Admission, exhibits, speakers and door prizes! Hosted by Illinois Assistive Technology Program and Mary Bryant Home For the Blind and Visually Impaired.

For more information, visit https://iltech.org/event/low-vision-technology-fair-2026/

06/22/2026

The Disability, Participation, and Quality of Life Laboratory (https://dpql.hk.illinois.edu/) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites you to participate in an online research study. This study aims to evaluate a newly developed measure called “Fall Concerns Scale for People Who Use Wheelchairs and Scooters (FCS-WC/S).” They are testing the tool to make sure it measures concerns about falling correctly and how it can help healthcare providers better assess fall-related concerns.

What will you do? Complete three online surveys over six months (each survey takes about 20-50 minutes).

Who can participate? You are eligible if you:
Are 18 years or older
Use a wheelchair or scooter for at least 75% of your mobility
Have used a wheelchair or scooter for at least the past 6 months
Can read and speak English
Are physically present in the United States.

You will be compensated with an Amazon gift card after each survey, totaling $40.

Register by visiting the Participant Registration Form for Fall Concerns Scale (FCS) Study link https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=b35GRCxGok6CP3gA3lQ047CjBQBFSuRHqU9VXtOjVbdUQjBNN1YzSUk5WjdISUNIQU8zUzJaNkU3Wi4u&origin=QRCode&qrcodeorigin=presentation&route=shorturl

Contact: For questions or to participate, email [email protected]

The study protocol has been approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at the University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign (IRB25‑1212).

06/19/2026

IATP wishes everyone a Happy Juneteenth! Our office will be closed today in recognition of the Juneteenth holiday. We will resume normal operating hours Monday, June 22nd.

06/16/2026

Check out the 3D printed tactile braille maps made by the IATP Makers program for the Illinois State Fair! Once completed, the maps will be displayed alongside the other State Fair maps throughout the fairgrounds. To see other projects the IATP Makers are working on, visit https://makers.iltech.org/

06/11/2026

IATP will be at the Chicago Abilities Expo starting tomorrow, June 12th, at 10:00 a.m. To register for free and see more event details, visit their website: https://www.abilities.com/chicago/register

06/09/2026

Mark your calendars for the Low Vision Technology Fair. This event is on Wednesday, June 24 from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Christ The King Parish Hall. The event sponsors are Innovative Vision Products Inc., Magnified Vision Inc., and Woodlake Technologies Inc. They will be exhibitors at the event. For a full list of exhibitors and a breakdown of the schedule, visit https://iltech.org/event/low-vision-technology-fair-2026/

06/05/2026

New device in the IATP Demonstration Center. This type of specialized curved knife allows for easier and pain free cutting in the kitchen. Interested in trying out this device and other kitchen assistive technology in person? Make an appointment to visit IATP’s Demonstration Center by calling IATP or emailing [email protected].

06/02/2026

Jan recently visited the IATP Demonstration Center to get ideas about what was available for people with Parkinson’s. She wanted ways she could stay up to date with friends and family via email and social media. Staff was able to show Jan a joystick and a large-print keyboard that would allow her to easily navigate her computer. Jan could use these to stay connected through ergonomic, supportive cursor movement and an accessible keyboard with both large and bold keys for easier fine-motor typing control.

From Jan: “My world opened up all over again. So much is available and I can remain independent. All of the staff I worked with was so helpful and everyone went out of their way to listen and understand.”

To schedule a tour of IATP’s Demonstration Center, visit https://iltech.org/contact/

05/28/2026

Registration is now open for the AAC Summer Workshop on August 4th and 5th. This two-day, hybrid workshop will feature speakers from various backgrounds to help you enhance and grow your AAC skills. We will have both in-person and virtual presentations and presenters. The workshop courses will be for everyone, including beginner to advanced AAC professionals, teachers, Speech-Language Pathologists, parents, Paraprofessionals, and anyone wanting to learn more about AAC. Visit https://iltech.org/event/aac-summer-workshop-2026/ to learn more and register.

05/27/2026

For many college students with visual disabilities, cooking can be a daunting challenge, particularly when preparing for independent living. IATP staff recently organized a group cooking class for a few students at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, aimed to alleviate some of this anxiety. The students participated in a hands-on cooking experience in a dorm kitchen, making spaghetti, meat sauce, garlic bread, and salad while learning essential kitchen safety techniques using adaptive tools like safety knives and induction burners. The class not only boosted the students’ cooking confidence but also provided them with practical skills and support from peers and instructors. The attendees expressed their gratitude, highlighting how the experience was life-changing and revealing new cooking possibilities. IATP staff will continue to assist these students as they prepare for graduation and future careers, helping them to navigate the transition to living independently.

To learn more about IATP’s Tech Kitchen program, visit https://kitchen.iltech.org/

Address

701 North Walnut Street
Springfield, IL
62702

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.iltech.org/

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