How to get assistive technology

SteveE

We have the laptop but we can't afford the technology. The local professionals aren't interested. And so time ticks on...

AlexW_Scope

Very frustrating - there are some sources of funding at the bottom of this page http://www.scope.org.uk/support/disabled-people/independent-living/equipment or you could try searching for grants at http://www.scope.org.uk/grants

I hope you find something, Alex

SteveE

Thanks for that Alex. We have looked at some of the sources before but will check out a few more.

Kim_AssistiveTech

Hello Steve, 
What technology are you looking for funding for?

SteveE

We've been looking at Tobii eye gaze stuff but have been unable to (a) get the local professionals to do a proper assessment and (b) find the money should it be worthwhile going that far.

Kim_AssistiveTech

Take a look at the ACE Centre. They have hubs in the North and South of the UK, and can point you in the right direction for a professional assessment and help with funding. If the NHS have been of no help they also offer a one hour information day appointment which you can get more information about here. 

I hope this helps, thank you for posting on the Scope Community Page.

SteveE

Thanks very much.