Additional links for information related to COVID-19

Vermont Department of Health

CDC

CMS 

WHO 

OT and Universal Design

All Brains Belong - VT

FB Group for Older Adults

Vermont Assistive Technology Program

We cover a wide variety of topics and perhaps pediatric therapists, special educators and others might find the newsletters and our free program helpful for consultation, AT demonstration and loans. We are also very open to suggestions! Some highlights include AT for notetaking, continence care, inclusive mask options, typing with your voice (speech to text), a crafting series, Chromebook accessibility, iOS accessibility, switch adapted toys, recreation, and more!

• Sign Up for the Newsletters.
• • Tech Tuesday Tips: A weekly newsletter that highlights Assistive Technology (A.T.) ideas.  The most recent newsletter is: Mask-ability, Part 4: Facial coverings for sensory needs and tricks for glasses wearers.
  • Events or Trainings: An infrequent newsletter sent when there is an Event or Training that the A.T Program is hosting or participating in.
  • General AT Program Updates: An infrequent newsletter sent when there are changes or updates from our program.
  • Available Equipment on the AT Exchange: A monthly newsletter that highlights a few of the great items.

Click here: Buffum fund at BIAVT (Brain Injury Alliance of Vermont)

Eligibility:

• Neurodegenerative Disorder; i.e. Huntington’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Tumor 
• Brain Injury with cognitive decline as a result of the injury and impairment to one’s ability to function in everyday life 
• Financial hardship and does not have other assets that could be accessed

Funded Services and Limits: 

• $2,000.00/year 
• Short term financial crisis 
• Transition back into and/or support to maintain community relationships 
• Safe and dignified living