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Just Released:
PATF's 2020-2021 Impact Report
We, at Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation, are proud to share our organization's growth over the last year with the release of our 2020-2021 Impact Report.

We have long known the power of assistive technology (AT) and this year, more than ever, AT was critical to help people with disabilities and older adults stay safe, healthy, and connected.

With your support – our donors, borrowers, partners, and friends – we were able to expand and create new programs to meet the needs of our community.
2020 by the Numbers
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232
Pennsylvanians used PATF financial loans to purchase assistive technology worth

$1,886,210
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9,735
people received information and assistance about AT funding resources
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4,182
people received financial education through trainings, resource guides, and visits to StudyMoney.us
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“I am so glad this program exists. When you love something so much and face the possibility of not being able to continue, it is well worth making the phone call to see how they can help.”

– GARVIN
LOCATION: Northumberland County
PROGRAM: Low-Interest Loan
AT: Side-Entry Skid Steer
Throughout the pages of this report, read our stories. See how, together, we are changing lives. Share what's possible with access to AT!
As part of PATF's commitment to accessibility, our Impact Report is available as an accessible PDF and in print. Request a print copy.
Has PATF made a difference in your life?
PATF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that fundraises to provide our services free-of-charge and our financing at low interest rates with no fees.

You can help more people acquire life-changing assistive technology by donating to PATF.
Our legislators in Harrisburg are working on the Pennsylvania budget that will begin July 1st. PATF relies on funding from the state appropriation.

Please let your legislator know how PATF has made a difference in your life and share the link to this Impact Report.
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What We're Reading...
Visit the SmartHomesMadeSimple.org blog to read a few of the articles that have been making the rounds amongst the Smart Homes Made Simple team and advisory committee members over the last several weeks.

Webinars
Are They Always Listening? How Secure Is My Smart Speaker?
June 2, 2021
Assessing Your Needs to Help You Choose Smart Home Technology
June 30, 2021
1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
AT Funding Resource Spotlight
As we work on updating our book, Funding Your Assistive Technology: A Guide to Funding Resources in Pennsylvania, we will feature some of our most frequently referred to assistive technology funding resources in our newsletters throughout 2021.


PA Accessible Housing Program (PAHP) from Self Determination Housing of Pennsylvania (SDHP)
Provides financial grants to make homes more accessible. The homeowner must be current with real estate taxes and cannot be in the process of foreclosure. Every homeowner must have current homeowner’s insurance. Applicants who rent a home or apartment must have written approval from the landlord to modify the unit, and a commitment to correct any code violations.

Who: Individuals with disabilities of all ages.
Where: Pennsylvania.
Financial Eligibility: Annual gross household income must fall at or below 120% of the median income as set by HUD.
Contact: 610-873-9595
Ways to Give
Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1998, that provides financing opportunities, education, and advocacy for people with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians, helping them to acquire assistive technology devices and services that improve the quality of their lives.
Donate

You Shop, AmazonSmile Gives
Shop using smile.amazon.com_ch_23-2953796 and Amazon donates to Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation. 

United Way
Give to the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey and designate PATF by writing donor choice #13064 in the comment section on the form.
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