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RMU Trees Network: Funding Assistive Technology (AT)

Hosted by RMU Trees Network.

FREE Family/Parent Virtual Workshop!

Assistive Technology (AT) are the devices and/or equipment used by individuals with disabilities to improve their lives in education, employment, community recreation, and daily living activities. Paying for AT can be expensive, challenging, and overwhelming. They have invited Wendy Davis, Jim Lilley, Bekah Nesbitt, and Mary Evrard to come and share their experiences and expertise about assistive technology and the funding sources available for these wonderful devices.

Presenters:

  • Wendy Davis, Director of Marketing and Outreach from PA Assistive Technology Foundation
  • Jim Lilley, Assistant District Administrator from PA Department of Labor and Industry/Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Bekah Nesbitt, Assistive Technology Coordinator from Community Living and Support Services (CLASS)
  • Mary Evrard, Community & Communications Liaison Coordinator, Allegheny County Dept. of Human Services(AC DHS) Office of Developmental Supports (ODS)

To register, contact Vicki Donne at donne@rmu.edu or Deanna Hiltz at hiltzd@rmu.edu or complete this registration form.

After you have registered, you will receive a Google Calendar Invite for the workshop on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

RMU Trees Network ​is a center housed in the Education department within the School of Nursing, Education, & Human Studies. It provides services, resources, and training to enhance supports for children and adolescents with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual disabilities and their families through resources, professional preparation of teachers, continued professional development of teachers and service providers, and direct services to children and families.

Upcoming Dates

  • Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Location

Online

Contacts

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