Assistance Technology Program

arc of illinois

The Arc of Illinois, through a generous donation, has developed a new Assistive Technology Program.  This program will fund, or partially fund, the purchase of assistive technology for individuals with intellectual and/or development disabilities who have received an evaluation/assessment from a qualified provider but the purchase is not subsidized by Medicaid, Medicare or Private Insurance.

Their goal through the Assistive Technology Program, is to enhance and improve the quality of life for persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities by providing opportunities for individuals for individuals to receive technology to help with education, employment, community living  and independence.

The maximum amount funded will be $500 per person or family. Upon approval, the device will be shipped directly to the applicant.

Who Can Apply?
   A person with an intellectual or  developmental disability
   Family member on behalf of a person with an intellectual or developmental disability
   Must be an Illinois residentHow Do I Apply?

   The application form must be completed and returned to The Arc of Illinois
   You must include a copy of an evaluation/assessment to show the need for the assistive tech­nology device and what type of device is needed.
The Arc of Illinois, through a generous donation, has developed a new Assistive Technology Program. This program will fund, or partially fund, the purchase of assistive technology for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who have received an evaluation/assessment from a qualified provider but the purchase is not subsidized by Medicaid, Medicare or Private Insurance.
Our goal through the Assistive Technology Program, is to enhance and improve the quality of life for persons with intellectual/ developmental disabilities by providing opportunities for individuals to receive technology to help with education, employment, community living and independence.
The maximum amount funded will be $500.00 per person or family. Upon approval, the device will be shipped directly to the applicant.CONTACT
The Arc of Illinois 20901 S. LaGrange Rd. Suite 209 Frankfort, IL 60423 Phone 815-464-1832 Fax 815-464-5292


Email: janet@thearcofil.org