What are "assistive devices" and how can I get more information about them?
"Asssitive devices," also known as "assistive technologies," consist of a wide range of items to help people accomplish various activities of daily living. Assistive devices can be simple or complex. Examples of assistive devices include special magnifiers; grips or handles; wheelchairs and lifts; customized computer software or hardware; and many other items.
Help with assistive technologies in Delaware is provided through Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. Information can be obtained by contacting one of the three Easter Seals assistive technology centers in the State.
- New Castle County Assistive Technology Resource Center
Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children
203 Administration and Research Building
P.O. Box 269, 1600 Rockland Rd.
Wilmington, DE 19899-0269
(302) 651-6790
(302) 651-6794 (TDD)
(302) 651-6793 (fax) - Kent County Assistive Technology Resource Center
Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore
100 Enterprise Place, Suite One
Dover, DE 19904-8200
(302) 739-6885
(302) 739-6886 (TDD)
(302) 739-6887(FAX)
- Sussex County Assistive Technology Resource Center
Cheer Community Center
20520 Sand Hill Rd.
Georgetown, DE 19947
(302) 856-7946
(302) 856-6714 (voice or TDD)
(302) 856-6990 (fax)
In addition, the Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities (DSAAPD) has limited funding for assistive devices for persons who meet eligibility requirements. For more information about financial assistance, contact DSAAPD.
Be sure to visit the very helpful Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative website (http://www.asel.udel.edu/dati/) for further information about assistive technologies in Delaware.
