Everyone benefits from mainstream technology in our everyday lives. However, when advancing years or a disability limit one’s capabilities, assistive technology can work to bridge the gap. FREED, along with the statewide AT Network, provides a variety of services.
FREED AT services include:
- INFORMATION on questions such as:
- What kinds of AT may help me or my family?
- Where can I find the AT I need?
- What might my insurance cover?
- How can I cover a short term need?
Call our Nevada City office 530-265-4444, or e-mail jeffs@freed.org
Or, our Marysville office 530-742-4474 or e-mail mikes@freed.org
- AT EQUIPMENT RECYCLING
FREED accepts donations of used items that are clean and in good repair and provides them to our consumers at no cost. We typically handle:
- MOBILITY AIDS, like wheelchairs, walkers, canes and ramps
- BATHROOM AIDS, like shower chairs, bedside commodes and toilet seat risers
- Sometimes we have hospital beds, transfer poles, seat-lift recliners, and more
Call our Nevada City office 530-265-4444, or e-mail jeffs@freed.org
Or our Marysville office 530-742-4474 or e-mail mikes@freed.org
- DEVICE LENDING LIBRARY
FREED has a wide variety of devices available to borrow. One may borrow one or more devices up to 3 months, for purposes like –
- To try a device before you purchase your own
- To cover a short term need for you, a visitor to your home, business, church or organization
- For a school or student, to meet an accommodation
- For an employer or prospective employee to demonstrate how an AT device can accommodate one’s disability in a workplace
Call our Nevada City office 530-265-4444, or e-mail jeffs@freed.org
Or our Marysville office 530-742-4474 or e-mail mikes@freed.org
The FREED Device Lending Library includes -
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 Large Print Keyboard  Hand-held Magnifying Lens |
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 Portable Ramp  Reacher/Grabber |
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 Ubiduo 2-way Communication Device  Assistive Listening Devices |
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 Switch Operated School Bus  Switch Operated Race Car |
- COMPUTER AIDS such as ergonomic keyboards, trackballs and mouse
Call our Nevada City office 530-265-4444, or e-mail jeffs@freed.org
Or, our Marysville office 530-742-4474 or e-mail mikes@freed.org
AT Network Services
Visit http://atnet.org
Call the AT Network Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Toll-free at 800-390-2699 (VOICE)
800-900-0706 (TTY)
E-mail info@atnet.org
The AT Network is dedicated to expanding the availability of tools, resources, services and technology to help increase independence, improve personal productivity and enhance the quality of life for all Californians.
The AT Network provides information, referral and technical assistance on a wide range of assistive technology and related services. The AT Network is a project of the California Department of Rehabilitation and the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers, financed by the US Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration with funds allocated by the 2004 Assistive Technology Act.
AT Network Services include:
- THE AT EXCHANGE
Buy! Sell! Donate! The AT Exchange provides free want ads for new and used assistive devices. Pass it on at exchange.atnet.org
- INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Be informed. Learn about your rights, find devices for your needs and discover funding opportunities at www.atnet.org
Need personalized help? Our Information and Assistance Specialist can help find solutions to your specific needs.
Call the AT Network Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm,
toll free at 800-390-2699 (VOICE) or 800-900-0706 (TTY)
or email info@atnet.org
- ALTERNATIVE FINANCING
The AT Network offers affordable loans for Californians with low to middle incomes for the purchase of modified vehicles and assistive devices. Learn more at www.atnet.org
- ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES DIRECTORY
Search our database for vendors, funding, training, repairs and other AT services in your community. Check out the AT Services Directory and other resources at www.atnet.org