Know AT with the Help of MoAT

August 2020

Know AT with the Help of MoAT (vol. 23)

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Assistive Technology Reimbursement

Are you working with a student who is on an Individualized Education Program and could benefit from the use of assistive technology?

Are you uncertain of how to provide this AT for your student?

The Assistive Technology Reimbursement Program (ATR) can help!

ATR provides school districts with assistance in procuring required assistive technology for students with disabilities for whom AT is identified in their IEP. This program is open to students in grades K-12, attending one of the following: a Missouri public school, a Missouri charter school, or a Missouri School for the Severely Disabled. The assistive technology must be identified in a student’s IEP and cost between $300 and $5,000.

If you are interested in applying for this reimbursement program, follow the instructions outlined on the Application Checklist document. Once completed, please submit the ATR Application and the ATR Itemized Price Sheet to LHoffman@mo-at.org.

ATR Application 2020-21

ATR Checklist for 2020-21

ATR Itemized Price Sheet 2020-21

Did You Know That They Have That at MoAT?

Blue2 Bluetooth Switch with Built-in Interface

The Blue2 Bluetooth Switch is an easy to use solution for the iPad user that can not perform direct select. The Bluetooth connection makes it easy to connect to the iPad and input through the built-in iOS Switch Control.

Head Tracking on the TouchChat iPad App

For the user that struggles with direct selection and may not have a functional switch site, iOS 13 offers built-in head tracking on the iPad Pro. The built-in function does not require any prior knowledge of alternative access.

RAM iPad Cradle with Suction Mount

Activating an iPad from a flat surface may not be the best access position for your user. The RAM Cradle in the double suction mount provides unlimited positions and access angles to try. This mounting system is available for a five-week loan through ETC.

Take a Look at What's New in Assistive Technology

Swingset Mamas AAC Songs with ASL Signs

The Swingset Mamas present familiar songs with the use of American Sign Language and common AAC symbols.

Tracking Device Alternatives

Missouri Assistive Technology's ETC Lending Library offers dozens of alternative tracking options. Check out our catalog of devices on our website.

Special Offers in AT

Free Remote Training Opportunities

LoganTech is offering FREE remote learning opportunities. These LIVE, online, one-on-one sessions allow you to learn about mid-tech assistive technology and learning and implementing braille.in just 30 minutes.

Please visit the following links to schedule your meeting:

Augmentative and Alternative Communication – Mondays and Wednesdays

Learning & Implementing Braille – Tuesdays and Thursdays

eSight 4 Webinar

Tuesday, September 15, 2020 | 2:00 PM CST

Topic: eSight 4 – Wearable Vision Assistive Technology

The eSight 4 is a new wearable assistive technology that is clinically validated to significantly enhance vision for those who are legally blind or living with visual impairments.

Attendees will be able to:

1. Describe the application of the device for people with low vision or legal blindness - at work, school, home and outdoors

2. identify features of this next-generation medical device including those enabling mobility that sets it apart from its predecessors

3. describe eSight 4 services, supports and related costs

4. describe how eSight4 fits in an AT Act demonstration and lending program

Registration is required.

What’s “App-ening”at MoAT?

"Assistive Technology Boot Camp:

Alternative Access Methods of IPad Use"

This week, Missouri Assistive Technology is hosting its second Assistive Technology Boot Camp. This week's training is focusing on the use of switches and alternative input with the use of the iPad. All of the training videos are available to you on our YouTube Channel. If you would like to borrow equipment so that you can work through the training, please check out our ETC Lending Library. Also, contact Laura to receive a digital copy of the syllabus, lhoffman@mo-at.org.

Creating Recipes for Switch Use on the iPad

Creating Recipes for Switch Use on the iPad

So many wonderful accessibility functions are built into iOS 13 . Explore Switch Control and Recipes with this 30 minute detailed training video which is part of this week's Boot Camp.

Explore all of the wonderful informational videos under the playlists of our YouTube Channel

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