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CILNM Technology Program
Region II Assistive Technology Network The Assistive Technology Network (ATN) consists of a group of professionals and consumers in Northeastern Minnesota interested in Assistive Technology (AT), Augmentative Communication (AC) and Service Delivery in this region. The long range goals of the ATN are to develop the region's capacity to provide more localized AT/AC services, giving the people in this region the choice to go somewhere within this region for AT/AC assessments and services.
Individual Advocacy
An advocate will assist an individual in the full process of obtaining an AT /AC
device. What this process entails will depend upon your specific needs and the potential funding
sources available. The advocate will coordinate with Service Providers to insure that the
individual receive the Assistive Technology which best suits their needs.
Publication of the Regions AT and AC Resources
ATN will be publishing a resource directory of what is available on our region for technology.
On-Demand Lending Library
If an individual is in need of an AT or AC device they may be eligible to participate in our On
Demand Lending Library. This unique service operates on a first come first serve basis and
the funds are limited. We may purchase the device requested and the individual can use the
device for as long as needed. ATN will retain ownership.
Mobile Assistive Technology Demonstration Lab
ATN began this demonstration lab which is
open to all who wish to try assistive technology equipment.
Internet Access to Help People With Disabilities
CILNM is offering a variety of programs to assist people with
disabilities to gain access to the internet. We offer
computers on a sliding fee scale (rent to own) and offer a partial
scholarship for internet access
in some areas.
Pam (ATN Contact)
Anne (Advocate) Tracy (account Manager)
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