Assistive Devices - WATAP Collection
Aids for Better Living: Tools to help with vision, hearing, mobility, and communication.
“Borrowing Assistive Technology gives you the opportunity to try products in the environment where it will be used and to make the best choice before making a financial investment.”
Assistive Devices FAQs
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The purpose of this small collection of assistive devices is to provide you the opportunity to try out a device you may be considering for yourself or another and to encourage thinking about how assistive devices may promote greater independence.
Assistive Technology includes any device that is used to maintain or improve functional abilities of an individual with a disability. A device can be high or low tech, off the shelf or specially designed.
Try these products at your home, school or work for up to three weeks. They may not be renewed, since the purpose of the service is to let you try them out to see if the device suits your needs.
WATAP is a federally funded program offering low cost and free Assistive Technology Services and is part of University of Washington Center for Technology & Disability Studies
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The device must be picked up in the library of your choice – no mail outs.
Items must be returned inside any TRL library - do not return in bookdrop.
WATAP is a federally funded program offering low cost and free Assistive Technology Services and is part of University of Washington Center for Technology & Disability Studies
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Checkout is for three weeks only – no renewals.
The purpose of the service is to let you try them out to see if the device suits your needs.
WATAP is a federally funded program offering low cost and free Assistive Technology Services and is part of University of Washington Center for Technology & Disability Studies
Dressing
- Useful for people with limited range of motion, arthritis, or replaced hips.
- Ideal for anyone who has limited reach.
Sock Aid - WATAP
Dressing Stick - WATAP
Extended Shoe Horn - WATAP
Kitchen
- Ergonomic devices to alleviate physical strain and minimize hand movements due to tremors while eating.
- Talking timer is designed for people with low vision.
- Devices for people with arthritis or limited hand dexterity to help with opening jars or holding cups.
Weighted Utensil - WATAP
Utensil Holder - WATAP
Talking Timer - WATAP
Household
- Devices designed to promote comfort and support, making everyday activies more enjoyable.
- Voice-controlled devices for individuals who have vision loss or require hands free access to technology or environmental controls.
- Polarized glasses useful for individuals who are light sensitive due to migraines or traumatic brain injury.
Intelavoice Dimmer - WATAP
HandyBar Vehicle Support Handle - WATAP
Swivel Seat - WATAP
Amazon Echo Dot - WATAP
Reading and Writing
- Helpful for people who need hands-free magnification.
- Useful for individuals with limited hand control or who experience hand tremors when writing.
- Useful for individuals with low vision.
Magnifier with Cord - WATAP
Illuminated Pocket Magnifier - WATAP
Tilt Stand Magnifier - WATAP
Book/Magazine Stand - WATAP
Leisure
- Enjoy card games with devices designed for people with limited grip strength, decreased pinch grasp, or stiff fingers and hands.
- Enjoy gaming with alternative input devices for people who have difficulty operating a standard game controller.
Jumbo Playing Cards - WATAP
Playing Card Holder - WATAP
Clamp-It Holder - WATAP
X-box Adaptive Controller - WATAP
Communication
- Devices that allows people who have difficulty speaking, communicate basic messages.
- Devices to increase telephone volume or nearby sounds for people with hearing impairments.
Go Talk Pocket - WATAP
Pocket Talker Pro - WATAP
Ameriphone Amplified Photo Phone - WATAP
In-Line Telephone Amplifier - WATAP
Computer Access
- Useful for people with low vision and those who need larger key targets due to having large fingers or limited coordination.
- Useful for people who have difficulty gripping and moving a typical mouse.
- Helpful for people with limited hand function and wrist mobility.
Kensington Expert Trackball - WATAP
Smart Cat TouchPad - WATAP
Big Keys Keyboard - WATAP
Compact Keyboard - WATAP
After you’ve tried it out:
- WATAP, opens a new window partners with the Northwest Access Fund, opens a new window to offer affordable alternatives for financing Assistive Technology (AT) for education, work, and independent living.
- Find organizations that distribute gently used assistive and medical equipment through the Evergreen Reuse Coalition, opens a new window.
WATAP is a federally funded program offering low cost and free Assistive Technology Services. WATAP is part of University of Washington Center for Technology & Disability Studies, opens a new window
