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Assistive Technology: Loans, Acquisitions, Services, and Training, Inc. (AT:LAST, Inc.) is a small nonprofit, 501 (c) 3 organization endeavoring to eliminate barriers to the acquisition and effective use of assistive technology (AT) products and services. [Learn More About Us]

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In celebration of
Ten Years of Service & Savings
AT:LAST, Inc's Board of Directors and Staff Invite you to Attend
The Grand Opening of our NEW
Assistive Technology Learning Center

Drop in to see our expanded space and meet our newly expanded staff.

July 31, 2008, 2:00 to 7:00 pm
Official Ribbon Cutting at 3:00 pm
7050 Oakland Mills Road, Suite 160
Columbia, MD 21046
(Directions)
410-381-2667

This Grand Opening is Dedicated to Our Wounded Warriors
Fighting to Regain their Independence

Help us in encouraging all of our wounded servicemen and women, their families, caregivers, service providers, and potential employers to attend this demonstration of assistive and adaptive technologies.

These devices --aids for daily living tasks, for adapted computer access, for vision and hearing loss, for recreation, and more --help provide a means for overcoming the challenges which result from the physical and emotional assaults of war.

Numerous assistive technology specialists and agency representatives will be on hand to provide information on a wide variety of devices and services for veterans of all ages. After your introduction on this Opening Day plan to attend follow-up training events and in-depth product explorations throughout August.

The public is also invited to view our expanded Demonstration Center of devices and software for children with special needs and for seniors with functional limitations. Displays in our Learning Center will change each month. Details will be posted on our website, www.matcoop.org

What will you see at the opening?

You'll have the opportunity to learn how to operate a computer totally hands free - by *eye gaze or by head mounted systems - even a foot mouse!
Try your hand at an adapted pinball machine* that is switch activated. Whatever body movement you have there is a switch style to let you play like an ace.
Find the perfect little gizmo to aid you in food preparation, eating, grooming, and self care.
See how to maintain your hobbies - cards, gardening, sewing, golf, fishing, target shooting.
Compare speech generating devices to regain your voice
Experience the latest low and high tech aids for vision loss, including handheld electronic magnifiers and book readers.
Review numerous aids for hearing loss, devices to facilitate communication between the deaf and hearing populations, and numerous adapted telephones.
See several environmental control systems that allow you to operate lights, TV, and appliances from across the room.

Come on July 31st to explore the possibilities, make a wish list,
and gather product catalogs and literature.

Plan to return throughout August to participate in our follow-on training events and /or schedule an appointment for more hands-on time with the equipment.

Schedule will follow shortly on our website and be available at the event.

Learn about additional programs and resources for obtaining the technology you need. Agency participants at the Grand Opening include:
- The Maryland Department of Disabilities
- The Maryland Office for Veteran Affairs
- The Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP)
- The Maryland AT Guaranteed Loan Fund
- The Maryland Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
- The Maryland Relay
- The Governor's Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

*Thanks to Laetare Systems for loan of the ERICA Eye Gaze System and to UCP-Cental MD for demonstrating it. Thanks to UCANDOCENTRAL for bringing the adapted pinball machine for the opening.

Special Thanks to Susquehanna Bank
for sponsoring our Grand Opening.

AT:LAST, Inc., doing business as The Maryland Assistive Technology Cooperative, is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization registered as a charity with the Maryland Office of the Secretary of State. Your donation is tax deductible and very welcome!

For a quick look at our list of companies with whom we have discounted purchasing agreements, click here. Use the contact numbers and web addresses to order your catalog or preview products, then make your purchase through us to get your DISCOUNT.

Note that we continuously add new product lines. If you don't see what you're interested in, email Amanda at purchasing@matcoop.org so that we can pursue that product line.

Our vendor resource list is list of companies that offer various types of equipment and services for those with disabilities. We do not yet have discount agreements with all of these companies and organizations.

If your company is interested in participating in our Bid Process please download and complete our Bidders Registration and Certification Form

Help Us "KEEP THE PIG FLYING"

Why is the Flying Pig our mascot?

In 1998 our founder, Susan Garber, began approaching Assistive Technology (AT) manufacturers and vendors about the concept of discounting AT in exchange for larger, pooled orders. While many saw this approach as a good business practice, a few groused,

"When Pigs Fly"

Since our Cooperative purchasing service began in March of 1999 we have saved schools, families, organizations, and governmental institutions
1.8 Million Dollars and have trained approximately 4,700 people through workshops, seminars, make and takes, and expos.

Indeed, the pig is flying.

But we need your financial assistance to provide more much-needed training to support use of the AT being purchased, and to expand our demonstration and loan programs. Won't you help us "Keep the Pig Flying" for all those with special needs by making a tax deductible contribution.

Please copy and paste, then mail in the following to make a contribution:

Yes, I want to help AT:LAST, Inc. continue to support individuals with disabilities through the Assistive Technologies that give greater independence. I like the idea that my one check helps individuals with all types of disabilities, as well as seniors with limitations resulting from aging. I appreciate that you do not do mail or telephone solicitations.

Enclosed is my tax deductible check for______________________________

Name_______________________________________________

Address____________________________________________

City, State, Zip_________________________________________

[ ] Please add my name to your e-mail database to keep me informed of future trainings and special promotions. _____________________________

AT:LAST, Inc., doing business as The Maryland Assistive Technology Cooperative, is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization registered as a charity with the Maryland Office of the Secretary of State. Copies of our financial statements can be obtained for the cost of copies from: Charitable Organizations Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401

Manufacturers & Distributors:
Do you want to increase the volume of your sales? Become a MD AT Co-op Collaborating Vendor. Complete and return the Vendor Registration form.

***DID YOU KNOW?***

Your MD A.T. Co-op has saved Maryland's schools
over $1.8 MILLION to date.

Over 4,700 parents and professionals have
attended our trainings and events.

Your contribution to AT:LAST, Inc. is tax deductible and very welcome!