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Pay for or provide adaptations including word prediction programs, talking and large print word processors, grammar and spell checkers and reading comprehension programs which enable adults and children with disabilities to do word processing or access other computer programs.

Offers Pennsylvania residents who may not have the funds necessary to acquire the assistive technology devices such as walkers, Hoyer lifts, bath seats and toilet seats, transfer benches and transfer boards, bedside commodes, over bed tables, manual wheelchairs, daily living aids (eating, dressing, etc.), assistive listening devices, blind/low vision aids, adapted telephones, communication and computer-related devices, canes and crutches, adaptive games, toys, and recreational devices that would allow them to live, work, and play as independently as possible in the communities of their choice are able to get the equipment for little to no cost. Allows individuals to donate or obtain gently used assistive technology devices.

Offers assistive technology programs and projects including TechOWL (Terchnology for Our Whole Lives), formerly known as Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT). PIAT is Pennsylvania’s Assistive Technology (AT) Act Program. PIAT and the other assistive technology programs and projects create TechOWL - Technology for Our Whole Lives. Assistive technology programs at CLASS include: free, accessible land line phone devices for those who qualify; short-term rentals of assistive technology equipment; assistive technology device demonstrations, and a free statewide classified listing of devices for sale and wanted by individuals.

Provides comprehensive hearing evaluations and recommends the proper hearing device for specific hearing loss. Services and repairs all makes and models of hearing service equipment. Offers CapTel telephone ordering at no cost.

Provides loan assistive technology devices to people with disabilities.

Incontinence Supplies. Assistive devices such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs. Donations of unopened packages of incontinence supplies, unopened nutritional supplements, and clean, good-working assistive items are gladly welcomed.

The Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, or OVR, provides vocational rehabilitation services to help persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain, or maintain employment. OVR provides services to eligible individuals with disabilities, both directly and through a network of approved vendors. Services are provided on an individualized basis. The OVR counselor, during face-to-face interviews, assists customers in selecting their choice of vocational goals, services and service providers. An Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) is developed, outlining a vocational objective, services, providers and responsibilities. Certain services are subject to a Financial Needs Test (FNT) and may require financial participation by the customer. Counseling and guidance, diagnostic services, assessments, information and referral, job development and placement, and personal services such as readers or sign language interpreters are provided at no cost to the individual. Also, by law OVR customers receiving

Provides comprehensive hearing evaluations and recommends the proper hearing device for specific hearing loss. Services and repairs all makes and models of hearing service equipment. Offers CapTel telephone ordering at no cost.

Serves as an Assistive Technology Resource Center (ATRC). Assists consumers looking for Assistive Technology devices and information to increase their independence. Distributes devices through the Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP) and Assistive Technology Lending Library. Also maintains a Reuse Program where consumers can borrow equipment when in need.

Serves as an Assistive Technology Resource Center (ATRC). Assists consumers looking for Assistive Technology devices and information to increase their independence. Distributes devices through the Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP) and Assistive Technology Lending Library. Also maintains a Reuse Program where consumers can borrow equipment when in need.

Serves as an Assistive Technology Resource Center (ATRC). Assists consumers looking for Assistive Technology devices and information to increase their independence. Distributes devices through the Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP) and Assistive Technology Lending Library. Also maintains a Reuse Program where consumers can borrow equipment when in need.

Provides financial, education services, and information about assistive technology funding resources.

Assists Pennsylvanians with disabilities in gaining the skills necessary to live and work independently in their communities. OVR services include: diagnostic services, vocational evaluation, vocational counseling, job training, medical services and assistive technology equipment to help clients pursue and achieve employment, and job placement assistance.

Offers loans of hospital beds, walkers, wheelchairs, shower benches, canes, crutches, reachers, lift chairs, and air conditioners.

The only organization in the Lehigh Valley dedicated to assisting persons with all types of disabilities. Provides community outreach and education, independent living skills, information on adaptive technologies/equipment, advocacy, information and referral, peer support, sign language interpreter referral service and specialized housing search and support. Provides information on programs that will pay for home modifications (to increase accessibility). Transportation & Housing Support Connect individuals with disabilities who are homeless to shelters Assistive Technology Offers Information and Assistance for Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment inquiries; Supports the Assistive Technology Lending Library/loan program offered statewide; Offers Funding information for Assistive Technology; houses a Reused Equipment Exchange Program, and more.

Offers appointments with an occupational therapist and a low vision doctor to determine the need for visual aids and services. Accepts insurance for these services.

Provides specialized equipment to eligible Pennsylvanians who have disabilities which prevent them from using regular telephone equipment. Types of equipment available include amplified telephones, voice carry over (VCO) telephones, teletypewriters (TTYs), hearing carry over (HCO) telephones, CapTel telephones, speakerphones, voice-activated dialers, hands-free headsets, picture phones, electronic aids, and signaling devices.

Provides comprehensive hearing evaluations and recommends the proper hearing device for specific hearing loss. Services and repairs all makes and models of hearing service equipment. Offers CapTel telephone ordering at no cost.

Provides individualized vocational rehabilitation services both directly and through a network of approved vendors to help persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain, or maintain employment. Conducts face-to-face interviews, assist customers with setting vocational goals and with selecting services and service providers in order to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). Provides diagnostic services, vocational evaluation, counseling, training, restoration services, placement assistance, assistive technology, and support services.

Serves as an Assistive Technology Resource Center (ATRC). Assists consumers looking for Assistive Technology devices and information to increase their independence. Distributes devices through the Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP) and Assistive Technology Lending Library. Also maintains a Reuse Program where consumers can borrow equipment when in need.

Provides comprehensive hearing evaluations and recommends the proper hearing device for specific hearing loss. Services and repairs all makes and models of hearing service equipment. Offers CapTel telephone ordering at no cost.

Offers financial assistance via loans to purchase assistive technology equipment.

Serves as an Assistive Technology Resource Center (ATRC). Assists consumers looking for Assistive Technology devices and information to increase their independence. Distributes devices through the Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP) and Assistive Technology Lending Library. Also maintains a Reuse Program where consumers can borrow equipment when in need.

Offers glasses and hearing aids. Scures leader dogs. Provides assistance to the needy and physically handicapped. Operates several youth outreach programs. Works to improve the environment, build homes for the disabled, and provide disaster relief.

Offers a library of accessible media types and assistive technology equipment.