Independence through Assistive Technology

FAAST Inc. Enhances Inclusion Across Florida What is FAAST?

What is Assistive Technology?

Where Can I find FAAST SERVICES?

FAAST (Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology) is the state of Florida’s assistive technology program. Assistive technology activities provided by FAAST include device loans, device demonstrations, device reutilization, device trainings, information and assistance, and a statewide financing program. FAAST serves Floridians who have disabilities and their family members, service providers, educators, therapists, employers, health and rehabilitation professionals, assistive technology vendors, procurement officials, and all other interested parties throughout the state of Florida.

Assistive Technology helps people with disabilities live, work, learn and play as independently as possible. A.T. is any device, item, gadget, tool, hardware, or software used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of both individuals of all ages who have disabilities and older adults who may find a need for assistance. Assistive technology provides people who have disabilities the option to access education and the workplace, to live within their communities, and enjoy recreational activities.

FAAST provides access to AT through multiple programs and locations. The state headquarters in Tallahassee provides the home base for the Statewide Device Loan Program and the New Horizon Financial Loan Program as well as coordinates and manages legislative activities for the advancement of AT related initiatives. Throughout the state, there is a network of twelve (12) Regional Demonstration Centers and five (5) Regional Reutilization Centers. There are two locations serving the Central Florida Area:

Center for Independent Living in Central University of Central Florida School of

Florida Inc. (CIL Orlando) Communication Sciences and Disorders

Regions Served – Hardee, Highlands, Osceola, Polk Regions Served: Brevard, Orange, Seminole, and Volusia 720 N Denning Drive Winter Park Fl 32789. 3280 Progress Drive, Suite 250 Orlando, FL 32826

Tel: 407-623-1070 Tel: 407 .823.4876

Video Relay: 711 AtlanticRDC@FAASTinc.org

MidlandRDC@FAASTinc.org * Don’t see your county? Visit https://faast.org/regional-service-centers/ for a full list of locations. | 9

CIL, in partnership with the community, promotes inclusion of people with disabilties by eliminating architectural, communication and attitudinal barriers. CIL provides education, resources, and training to enhance self-determination through informed choice.

Our Board

Chair Mellissa Slover-Athey Past Chair Kim Byerly Vice Chair Maxine Moul Treasurer Steve Beres Secretary Cheryl Stone Michelle Blake Michelle Blake Hector Del Valle Hector Del Valle Gregory Edwards Gregory Edwards Tamara Mackroy Tamara Mackroy James Moody James Moody Christopher Pruitt Christopher Pruitt Holly Muller Holly Muller Kevin Reynolds Kevin Reynolds Bill Rodriguez Bill Rodriguez Dr. Maxine Ruddock Dr. Maxine Ruddock Lavonda Wilder Lavond Wilder