Our mission is to increase access for people with disabilities and those who are aging to Assistive Technology (AT) tools and services. AT may provide these Texans with more control over their immediate environments; an enhanced ability to function independently; potential access to education, vocation, and employment; and more opportunities for recreation/leisure activities and community engagement. We support and develop programs to improve access, advocacy, and awareness of AT to meet the needs of Texans with disabilities and those who are aging.
The Texas Technology Access Program (TTAP) leads the state's efforts to carry out the federal 21st Century Assistive Technology Act. Additional information on state AT Programs can be found at the National Assistive Technology Act Technical Assistance and Training (AT3) Center.
TTAP provides AT Device Loans, Demonstration Centers, Recycle/Reuse Programs, and Financing. Additionally, we provide AT training, information and assistance, public awareness, technical assistance, and custom activities. Please contact us for any of these services.
- Viva la Vida with A.T.
- TTAP Events
- Device Loans
- Demonstration Centers
- Recycle & Reuse
- Assistive Technology Acquisition
- Training & Education
- Resources
Persons using a TTY/TDD may contact us through Relay Texas at (800) 735-2989 or 711 (voice). Individuals with speech disabilities may contact us through Speak-Up Texas at 1-877-826-6607. More information on Relay options can be found at the Texas Public Utility Commission.
The Texas Technology Access Program (TTAP) supports a statewide network of assistive technology demonstration centers to provide general assistive technology, computer access, and portable computer access demonstrations. Some demonstration Centers have Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices. Virtual Demonstrations may also be scheduled via a Zoom meeting by contacting the TTAP Demonstration Center. Demonstrations are available to consumers and their family members, the professionals who support them, as well as advocates, employers, and educators.
Demonstrations include an explanation of the function of a device and instructions for its use. There are opportunities at each in-person demonstration event for participants to use or try several devices so that each individual will be better able to determine the most appropriate device to meet his/her specific needs. Upon completion of the demonstrations, participants are given information about further assessment if required, costs and funding, and possible assistive technology vendors for the participant to make an informed decision regarding accessing or acquiring appropriate assistive technology devices.
Consumers may also choose to borrow assistive technology seen at a demonstration from the TTAP Loan Library.
- Assistive Technology
- Computer Skills Classes
Short-term device loans are available for 35 days. When individuals with disabilities, their families, and qualified professionals can borrow AT devices and assess them in the individual's normal environments, they are then better able to determine if the devices meet their needs or the needs of individuals with disabilities they are serving.
They are then able to make informed choices about what device to purchase or whether to purchase a device at all. The program works with agencies that provide assistive technology device loans to develop a system of mutual referral so consumers can find the agency most appropriate to meet their equipment loan needs.
Click here for more information
Must be:
- Texas resident
- Disabled
- Aging
- Device Lending
- Assistive Technology
by Texas Technology Access Program-Texas Center for Disability Studies
Welcome to TTAP’s second annual Assistive Technology (A.T.) Conference!
We invite you to join us again for amazing spotlight presenters, cutting-edge concurrent sessions, and a packed Exhibit Hall showcasing all of the latest technologies!
There will be added opportunities to collaborate and network within and across professions as well as explore inter-agency connections that support the full life spectrum of Texans with disabilities, their caregivers, and their support networks.
Who should attend?
- People with disabilities
- People who are aging
- Family members of those who have disabilities and those who are aging
- Professionals that support assistive technology including rehabilitation, vocation, K12 education, early childhood, allied health professionals
- Employees of state, county, and municipal agencies and organizations that support people who disabilities and those who are aging
- Assistive Technology