Devices for Loan
Several partner organizations offer device loan programs that allow individuals and organizations to borrow assistive technology (AT) to try it before making a purchase. Staff at this location will also demonstrate the equipment and help the user or family member make a decision about acquiring the AT.
More information about the Device Loan Programs
Spurwink ALLTECH
Spurwink ALLTECH has a large inventory and assortment of Assistive Technology (AT) devices available for demonstration and loan offering consumers the opportunity to “try before they buy.” In addition, Spurwink ALLTECH has a AT Recycling and Reuse service located in Portland. To find devices for loan visit AT4Maine…
University of Maine Farmington
The Center for Assistive Technology, part of the Spenciner Curriculum Materials Center is a free resource for Assistive Technology (AT) for faculty, students, professionals within the community, individuals with disabilities, and their families. Visitors can view AT equipment and preview specialized software and computer adaptations. The assistive technology is organized by curriculum area to support students with disabilities in meeting high academic standards. Many of the materials consist of inexpensive modifications and supports to regular classroom materials. To find devices for loan visit AT4Maine…
Gallant Therapy Services
Gallant Therapy Services has a large variety of general use AT devices available for demonstration and loan. To find devices for loan visit AT4Maine…
Pine Tree Society
The Pine Tree Society’s Communication Pathways works to improve access to Assistive Technology (AT) tools by offering a variety of AT devices and tools for demonstration and loan to Maine people with disabilities. A wide range of AT devices and tools are available. To find devices for loan visit AT4Maine…
See also
Telecommunications Equipment Program (TEP)
The Telecommunications Equipment Program (TEP) at Disability Rights Maine was established by state law to provide ‘No’ or ‘Low’ cost adaptive telecommunications equipment to any Maine resident who cannot use their home’s conventional telephone due to a physical or cognitive disability. The program was established to assist low-income residents, and most clients pay nothing for the phone equipment they need. To learn more about devices for loan visit Telecommunications Equipment Program (TEP)…