There are many programs in Connecticut that support individuals and families to live independently in their communities.
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Access Through Technology Program: This program helps to provide assessments, telecommunications equipment (such as tablets, computers, landline phones or smartphones) and training. CT residents with a combination of significant vision loss and significant hearing loss and who meet the lower income criteria may be eligible. These services are provided at no cost to the individual. This program is funded under the FCC's National Deaf Blind Equipment Distribution Program.
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Adult Services for people who are blind: Aging and Disability Services provides adult independent living services for people who are blind or have low vision.
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Area Agencies on Aging (AAA): Nonprofit groups that help older adults and families find services like nutrition, health care, and social support. They also offer Medicare counseling and referrals.
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The CT Tech Act Project offers programs and services to improve the lives of people with disabilities by making assistive technology more available for work, school and community living. We offer opportunities for hands on device demonstrations, device lending, a financial loan program and we also help recycle gently used devices. We can also help agencies and employers with information and resources on how to obtain Assistive Technology.
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Independent Living Program: This program connects people with significant disabilities to services through Connecticut’s five Centers for Independent Living.
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Social Work Services for people who are blind: These social workers are the primary case managers and service coordinators for clients of Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) Adult Services Program.