Helpful Websites

Closing the Gap- Assistive technology resources, product lists, monthly newsletter, an on-line AT resource for professionals called “solutions”, and a yearly conference.

RESNA- the Rehab Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America. RESNA is the certifying board for anyone who wants to receive their ATP (assistive technology practitioner) certification. Potentially, in 2008, all therapists performing wheelchair evaluations for patients with Medicare will have to be RESNA certified or the chair will not be covered. They have an annual conference as well as an online listing of great AT resources.

NCATP- The North Carolina Assistive Technology Project. They have equipment of all types for free trial and loan as well as doing advocacy, and public awareness. NCATP also does fee based training, home visits, consultation, workshops, and assessments.