Tools for Life can give you and your family more options for greater freedom in your lives. Our mission is to increase access to assistive technology devices and assistive technology services for Georgians of all ages and disabilities so individuals can live, learn, work, and play independently in communities of their choice.Accessing Tools for Life Services - A Four Step Process:
CONTACT: Initial contact through one of the five Tools for Life Assistive Technology Resource Centers (ATRCs) throughout Georgia. Services include consumer intake, assistive technology scholarships, assistive technology training through hands-on assistive technology demonstrations and educational workshops, Touch the Future Expo, and the Microsoft Life Long Learning lab.
INTERVIEW: Informal interview process with the customer to provide assistive technology resource support. Tools for Life provides information and referral services through a statewide toll-free number 1-800-497-8665 as well as publications and resources.
PARTNERSHIPS: Partnerships with other agencies are available, as needed, to help provide comprehensive service. Tools for Life promotes and participates in grass root advocacy efforts and policy issues, and collaborates with public and private partners interested in increasing assistive technology.
ADVOCACY: Tools for Life invites you to join our Information and Advocacy Outreach Group email effort. Participants will receive current events news on disability and assistive technology. This information will include support, resources, and advocacy on helpful solution-based programs and strategies for children, adults, individuals, and families. Click here to join the Advocacy Outreach Group.