Services

Services Offered:

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Telecoils on hearing aids increase compatibility with other equipment

Assistive Technology, in this specific program, refers to the creation and application of a wide range of devices, strategies, services, and practices to improve the functional performance or life satisfaction of any individual with a hearing loss in any life arena—school, work, home, and community—regardless of age. Viewing an individual with a hearing loss in the context of family and community, the specialist in this North Carolina Assistive Technology Program (NCATP) offers:

	demonstrations of equipment
	loans of devices
	provision of legal, educational, and discipline-specific information
	participation as a team member on assessment, planning, and implementation of assistive technologies
	training on technologies
	collaboration on resource management

*In addition to individuals with a hearing loss and their families, these services extend to frontline practitioners, administrators, and policymakers.

Program Strengths:

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	Inclusion of the individual with a hearing loss and the individual’s family as team members.
	Observation of individuals with a hearing loss and service providers in their environments, during tasks, and in roles.
	Listening and responding to input from other team members.
	Using all consumers’ abilities and strengths when evaluating for assistive technology.