Assistive Technology Recycling Program
Announcing a new program sponsored by the LIONS Blind Low Vision Outreach Committee of District 11-A1
(for Wayne, Macomb and Monroe counties)
We have been collecting used assistive technology (AT) that we can offer to you, at no charge, through our recycle program. We have a variety of magnifiers, monoculars, Readers such as CD book players, and other talking items for daily tasks such as watches, calculators, or a talking GPS. Our inventory changes depending on donations and we have previously given away bar code scanners closed circuit TV’s and video magnifiers. If we don’t have what you need, we can help look for it, or direct you to other recycling programs. To get an application or if you wish to donate an item call or email:
Cathy McAdam mcmcadam@gmail.com 313 563-1412
AT Definition
(AT): products, equipment, and systems that enhance learning, working, and daily living for persons with disabilities.
Local Training and information
Eye Learn: computer training, and skills for daily living
Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Vision Rehabilitation
Libraries:
The libraries listed below have information about AT devices, computers equipped with adaptive technology, and offer AT resource information.
Detroit Public Library, Douglass Branch
313-481-1700
313-832-4277 TTY
Macomb Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (MLBPD)
586 286-1580
734 287-4840
Online training
Free Online tutorials
E learning
an online resource and device demonstrations and Loans for AT
Michigan Disability Rights coalition
Tech news letter
Vocational Training for Michigan residents
Bureau of Services for Blind Persons
