Assistive Technology is any item, piece of equipment, software program, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities. The majority of assistive technology is purchased by the students or other community agency partners.
Software Available through Virginia Peninsula
- ZoomText
- Read & Write Gold (Text-to-speech Software)
- Dragon Naturally Speaking
- JAWS (Job Access with Speech) Screen Reader
Hardware Available through Virginia Peninsula
- LiveScribe Smart Pen
- Handheld Pebble Magnifiers
- Liberty Solo Magnifier
- CCTVs
- Recorders
- Makerbot 3D Printer
- ViewPlus SpotDot Braille Embosser
- Double Robotics Telepresence Robot
- Kubi Telepresence Robots
- FM Hearing Systems
- Leica Wifi–Streaming Microscopes
- C-Pen Digital Highlighters
- 3D Visual Models
- Trackpads
- Word Processors
- EZ-SEE Keyboards
Note that some of these devices are limited and are loaned on a first come, first serve basis.
Assistive Technology Lab
- Provides alternative testing formats
- Distraction-Reduced testing with earplugs and headphones available
- CCTV
Apps & Online Resources
- Android Apps
- Apps & Online Resources for College Students
- iOS Apps
- National Job Board for the Blindness/Low Vision Field
This free job posting platform is designed for organizations serving those with blindness or low vision. Organizations may post and share professional job opportunities in the field.