TechACCESS of Rhode Island

Address

161 Comstock Parkway
Cranston, RI 02921

(401) 463-0202

http://www.techaccess-ri.org

Description:

Services: A disability related Computer Center providing information, referral and hands on demonstrations on assisted technology. Works with all ages and disabilities.

Income source: membership fees, private donations, public funding

Description

TechAccess is able to 3d print customized materials for a fee( fee includes materials and staff time)

Geography Served

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    Serves all areas

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Description

Member of the Assistive Technology Access Partnership: Device demonstration, device loan, device re-use; training, public awareness, collaboration, information and referral. Provides demonstrations, training, and long-term loan and device reutilization services of specialized telephone equipment to qualified individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, have a speech disability, or have neuromuscular damage or disease, which hinders them from using a standard telephone. Child Student service- provides assistive technology evaluations, consultations and trainings for children and students from Early Intervention (birth to 3) through grade 12 (or the age of 21). They provide consultation services and training to educational team members and families to insure that they are able to support students fully in school, the community and at home. Adult Services- offers a variety of services for adults, including Evaluations (Augmentative Communication, Assistive Technology, Workplace Accommodations, Computer Access, and evaluations for individuals with Low Vision; Consultations; Training; Therapy (AAC and AT); and Tech Support. Services can occur in the individual's home or workplace or here at our center.

Hours

Tue-Thu by appointments only. Mostly traveling so leave a message.

Eligibility

Hard of hearing, deaf or have a speech disability or or neuromuscular damage or disease that hinders use of a standard telephone; have a single party telephone line, and meet income criteria.

Fees

Varies

Intake Procedure

Fill out the application form. In addition, an authorized professional must complete a certificate of disability.

Service Area

Statewide

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island

    Contact

    Name:
    Melanie Sbardella
    Title:
    ATAP Program Coordinator at the Office of Rehabilitation Services
    Phone:
    401-462-7917
    Email:
    melanie.sbardella@ors.ri.gov

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-463-0202
    Name:
    Main Phone
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    Description

    Services: A disability related Computer Center providing information, referral and hands on demonstrations on assisted technology. Works with all ages and disabilities. Income source: membership fees, private donations, public funding

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:00PM

    Fees

    Varies per service/program

    Service Area

    Statewide

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island
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      Description

      Services: A disability related Computer Center providing information, referral and hands on demonstrations on assisted technology. Works with all ages and disabilities. Income source: membership fees, private donations, public funding

      Hours

      Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:00PM

      Fees

      Varies per service/program

      Service Area

      Statewide

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island
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        Description

        Professional Development- TechACCESS can customize and present workshops on a variety of AT and AAC topics. They can present via zoom or in person or in person at their center, or on site at location. A fee applies for all customized workshops. Workshops can be 2 hours, half day or full day.

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          Serves all areas

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        Description

        Technology Demonstrations- TechACCESS provides in-person or virtual demonstrations (up to 1 hour) of assistive technology to the public. Appointments are required. Demonstrations are provided based on tools identified by the individual.

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          Serves all areas

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        General Information

        Hours:

        Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:00PM

        Program Fees:

        Varies per service/program

        Is Shelter?

        No

        Miscellaneous

        AKA:

        ATAP; RI

        Related Resource

        Date of Official Change:

        April 22, 2022

        Legal Status:

        Non-Profit

        Description

        TechAccess is able to 3d print customized materials for a fee( fee includes materials and staff time)

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          Serves all areas

        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-4500.0020) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Description

        Member of the Assistive Technology Access Partnership: Device demonstration, device loan, device re-use; training, public awareness, collaboration, information and referral. Provides demonstrations, training, and long-term loan and device reutilization services of specialized telephone equipment to qualified individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, have a speech disability, or have neuromuscular damage or disease, which hinders them from using a standard telephone. Child Student service- provides assistive technology evaluations, consultations and trainings for children and students from Early Intervention (birth to 3) through grade 12 (or the age of 21). They provide consultation services and training to educational team members and families to insure that they are able to support students fully in school, the community and at home. Adult Services- offers a variety of services for adults, including Evaluations (Augmentative Communication, Assistive Technology, Workplace Accommodations, Computer Access, and evaluations for individuals with Low Vision; Consultations; Training; Therapy (AAC and AT); and Tech Support. Services can occur in the individual's home or workplace or here at our center.

        Hours

        Tue-Thu by appointments only. Mostly traveling so leave a message.

        Eligibility

        Hard of hearing, deaf or have a speech disability or or neuromuscular damage or disease that hinders use of a standard telephone; have a single party telephone line, and meet income criteria.

        Fees

        Varies

        Intake Procedure

        Fill out the application form. In addition, an authorized professional must complete a certificate of disability.

        Service Area

        Statewide

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Rhode Island

          Contact

          Name:
          Melanie Sbardella
          Title:
          ATAP Program Coordinator at the Office of Rehabilitation Services
          Phone:
          401-462-7917
          Email:
          melanie.sbardella@ors.ri.gov

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          401-463-0202
          Name:
          Main Phone
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-0600) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          Services: A disability related Computer Center providing information, referral and hands on demonstrations on assisted technology. Works with all ages and disabilities. Income source: membership fees, private donations, public funding

          Hours

          Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:00PM

          Fees

          Varies per service/program

          Service Area

          Statewide

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Rhode Island
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-0600.9000-100) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Description

            Services: A disability related Computer Center providing information, referral and hands on demonstrations on assisted technology. Works with all ages and disabilities. Income source: membership fees, private donations, public funding

            Hours

            Mon-Fri 8:00AM-4:00PM

            Fees

            Varies per service/program

            Service Area

            Statewide

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Rhode Island
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-4500.8300-450) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Professional Development- TechACCESS can customize and present workshops on a variety of AT and AAC topics. They can present via zoom or in person or in person at their center, or on site at location. A fee applies for all customized workshops. Workshops can be 2 hours, half day or full day.

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                Serves all areas

              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TP-6650) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Technology Demonstrations- TechACCESS provides in-person or virtual demonstrations (up to 1 hour) of assistive technology to the public. Appointments are required. Demonstrations are provided based on tools identified by the individual.

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                Serves all areas

              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-6500.9500) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Geographies Served

              • Serves All Areas

              Address Listings

              Physical (Primary)

              161 Comstock Parkway
              Cranston, RI 02921

              Mailing

              161 Comstock Parkway
              Cranston, RI 02921

              Contacts

              Judith Hammerlind Carlson

              Primary Contact

              Executive Director

              techaccess@techaccess-ri.org

              Melanie Sbardella

              ATAP Program Coordinator at the Office of Rehabilitation Services

              (401) 462-7917

              melanie.sbardella@ors.ri.gov

              Phone Numbers

              Main Phone

              (401) 463-0202

              Fax

              (401) 463-3433

              In-State Toll Free

              (800) 916-8324

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