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What is Assistive Technology? Assistive technology devices include any piece of equipment or product that is used by a person with a disability to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities. Equipment or products may be acquired commercially from a store, from a specialty dealer, or may be custom made. Assistive technology services directly assist an individual with a disability in the selecting, acquiring, repairing or use of an assistive technology devices (such as training in the use of the device). |
Examples of Assistive Technology devices •A grip to hold a pencil •A grab bar to reach for items on high shelves •Voice input/output on a computer •Power driven wheelchair
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Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund
The Michigan Disability
Rights Coalition (MDRC) has established the Assistive Technology Loan Fund
to help people with disabilities purchase
assistive technology devices and
services. UCP Michigan, the Financial Health Credit Union and
Centers for Independent Living have joined
together to offer this program
to persons with disabilities and their family members. The program
provides low-cost financing to persons with
disabilities to purchase
assistive technology devices that allow for greater access, increased
mobility, enhanced communication and job opportunities
How much can I borrow and what is the interest rate?
There is no minimum
amount; the maximum amount is $20,000. Your ability to repay the
amount requested will help determine the approval of
your loan.The interest rate is based on the prime rate of interest in effect on
the day the Credit Union receives a loan application. These rates
change, so ask for the current rate. The rate in effect at the time
your loan closes is fixed for the duration of the loan. Repayment
terms are based on the expected useful life of the assistive technology
device.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
For more information about Assistive Technology submit the following information to Eric: