PAAT

Protection and Advocacy for Assistive Technology

The PAAT program was designed to increase access to assistive technology (AT) to individuals with disabilities. The program reaches throughout the state. To be eligible, a person need only have a disability and be in need of an AT device or service. PAAT can help a person obtain funding for a device that needs to be purchased or modified for the purpose of increasing his/her independence. Some funding sources that may be considered are Medicaid, Medicare, special education, or private insurance.

Below is a description of our planned emphasis for 2016 – 2017. Please click here to submit your comments, suggestions, or questions. We welcome your comments on our work throughout the year.

Goal 1: To protect individuals with disabilities in need of assistive technology devices and services in Georgia from abuse and neglect

Priority 1: Advocate on behalf of people unnecessarily institutionalized for the provision of appropriate assistive technology.

Goal 2: To respond to prevent discrimination and legal rights violations of persons with disabilities in need of assistive technology devices and services

Priority 1: Advocate on behalf of people who live in the community for the provision of appropriate assistive technology.

Goal 3: To promote the integration and self determination of persons with disabilities in need of assistive technology devices and services 

Priority 1: Empower people with disabilities in need of assistive technology, family members, and other concerned citizens to advocate for the provision of appropriate assistive technology.