Communication
Enhancement Center (CEC) at Children's Hospital Boston
The CEC provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art evaluation and treatment
for children and adults with congenital or acquired disorders affecting
hearing, voice, and speech. The CEC's Computer Learning Program explores
ways computer technology can maximize learning potential. Identified
solutions include the use of both high and low technology tools as well
as traditional communication disorders treatment procedures.
(617) 355-6000
Easter
Seals of Massachusetts
As providers of assistive technology supports and services, Easter Seals
Assistive Technology Team is staffed by Physical and Occupational Therapists
with special expertise in technology and Speech/Language Pathologists
who are widely recognized experts in augmentative and alternative communication.
The Team is rounded out by technology specialists with extensive classroom
experience in special education, as well as comprehensive skills in
computer hardware, software, and adaptive devices. Service delivery
options include individual assessment, brief consultation, ongoing interventions,
and professional development opportunities. Contracts and fees are individually
tailored to meet your needs.
Voice: (800) 922-8290
FAX: (508) 831-9768
Massachusetts
Assistive Technology Partnership Center (MATP)
MATP provides information and referral on assistive technology products
and services; helps individuals to access funding; discusses an individual’s
right to assistive technology devices, supports and services under the
law; operates an electronic bulletin board and a website; and publishes
a quarterly newsletter on project activities and on rights and resources.
Voice: (617) 355-7820
TTY (617) 355-7301
Massachusetts
Commission for the Blind (MCB)
The mission of the Commission is to work in partnership with legally
blind individuals toassist them in reacing their goals of independence
and participation in their communities.
Voice: (617) 727-5550
(800) 392-6450
TDD (800) 392-6556
FAX: (617) 727-5960
Massachusetts
Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH)
MCDHH serves as the principal agency in the state on behalf of deaf,
late-deafened, and hard of hearing persons.
Voice: (617) 695-7500
(800) 882-1155
TTY: (617) 695-7600
(800) 530-7570
FAX: (617) 695-7599
Massachusetts
Department of Education
Assistive Technology Devices and Services for Students with Special
Needs, a technical assistance guide offered by the state which includes
information on the rights of students with disabilities (ages 3-22)
who need assistive technologies to support their learning experience
in the public school system.
Voice: (781) 338-3000
Massachusetts
Department of Education Technology Literacy Challenge Grants
Assistive Technology: The grant supports school districts and collaboratives
to form SWAT (School Wide Assistive Technology) Teams, or comprehensive
teams of educational personnel. The SWAT Teams are trained to conduct
assistive technology assessments and design appropriate classroom environments
using state-of-the-art assistive technologies so that all students,
regardless of abilities, will have equal access to the curriculum.
