Libraries and Accessibility

Assistive Technology (AT), sometimes also called Adaptive Technology, is used by individuals with disabilities in order to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible.

Types of Assistive Technology

• Types of Assistive Technology (Minnesota Guide to Assistive Technology)

The operating of systems of most computers and mobile devices (smartphones and tablets) offer built-in accessibility features and assistive technology for users.  The links below provide an introduction to each platform's native assistive technology.

• Android Accessibility - Highlights the accessibility features available on devices using the Android operating system.
• Apple Accessibility - Overview of accessibility features available on Apple computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. 
• Windows Accessibility - Lists accessibility features on the Windows 11 operating system for computers.  

• The Connecticut Tech Act Project (CTTAP) operates out of the CT Department of Aging and Disability Services. Helps people with disabilities, family members, employers, educators and other professionals with access to Assistive Technology devices and services.
• State Education Resource Center (SERC) - Maintains the SERC Assistive Technology Corner
• Oak Hill Assistive Technology in Hartford offers a wide variety of Assistive Technology equipment and services.
• United Cerebral Palsy of Eastern Connecticut (UCP) offers assistive technology programs to support people with disabilities in Connecticut as well as training to workplaces in CT. Also check out their lending library of AT.
• The Western Connecticut Area on Aging focuses on increasing access and awareness of assistive devices to reduce or remove barriers and increase independence. They offer free group demonstrations on assistive devices.