Press Release
By Sue House
January 30, 2012
Coeur d’Alene’s North Idaho Assistive Technology Resource Center Relocates
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho---The Idaho Assistive Technology Project (IATP) Resource
Center-Coeur d’Alene, has recently relocated to the University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene
Harbor Center facility, 1031 Academic Way, #130D. The Center was previously located
at Coeur d’Alene Hand Therapy & Healing Center.
The IATP Resource Center- Coeur d’Alene offers assistive technology information,
referral, assessment, demonstration, and loan to people with all types of disabilities of
all ages, and professionals who serve them. Equipment includes computer access
devices such as alternative keyboards, mice, and switches, developmental toys, aids for
vision, hearing, and communication as well as tools for reading, writing, math, and
organization. Services also include providing access to new and used equipment
through trade, purchase and donation.
“We want people with disabilities, and all those who live and work with them, to know
these resources are available in Northern Idaho,” said NIATRC Coordinator Mike Mann.
“The Center provides access to assistive technology and training for all those who need
it, and to the businesses, educators, and care providers who offer assistive technologies
to their employees, clients or family members. Identifying the right assistive technology
before investing in purchasing it can save schools, employers and families thousands of
dollars.”
Low-interest loans to purchase assistive technology are available through the Idaho
Assistive Technology Project, in partnership with Zion National Bank and KeyBank of
Idaho. Loans can be used for assistive computer hardware or software, vehicle
modifications, accessible home remodeling or any type of assistive device.
Mann hopes the relocation will help raise awareness of the Center’s services, and
increase local access. “For many people with disabilities, these technologies are life
changing,” said Mann. “It’s important that educators, occupational therapists, employers
and families of people with disabilities know what’s available, and how to get it.”
For directions to the new location, contact Mann at mmann@uidaho.edu. For more
information on the services offered through NIATRC in Coeur d’Alene, and throughout
the state, visit www.idahoat.org. For additional information, assessment, and referral
services, email idahoat@uidaho.edu or call 1-800-432-8324.
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Sue House
Information Specialist
Idaho Assistive Technology Project
UI – CDHD
121 W. Sweet Ave.
Moscow, ID 83843
1-800-432-8324
www.idahoat.org
www.idaho.at4all.com