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Scams: What to do When You Are Targeted

More young people (ages 20-29) are reporting losing money to fraud, according to the Consumer Sentinal (Federal Trade Commission [FTC]). However, older adults (ages 70-79) lose more money when they… [ Read Scams: What to do When You Are Targeted ]

Celebrate ‘Giving Tuesday’ With PATF

On #GivingTuesday, no gift is too small or too large. Help us meet the increasing demand for affordable loans for assistive technology and services in Pennsylvania by donating to our… [ Read Celebrate ‘Giving Tuesday’ With PATF ]

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A Family’s Adapted Van Makes Traveling Much Easier and Safer

Drew is seven years old, loves bright lights and music, and enjoys good food. And she needs plenty of room to roll around while playing at home. Drew was born… [ Read A Family’s Adapted Van Makes Traveling Much Easier and Safer ]

Real-Life Stories: Smart Home Technology for Entertainment & Exercise

In June 2023, PATF Director of Marketing and Outreach Wendy Davis hosted a webinar, Real-Life Stories: Smart Home Technology for Entertainment & Exercise. Two people with disabilities share how they… [ Read Real-Life Stories: Smart Home Technology for Entertainment & Exercise ]

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New Video: George’s Smart Home Journey

In this video, George, who relies on an AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) device, showcases how smart home technology has transformed his life. With the help of his AAC device,… [ Read New Video: George’s Smart Home Journey ]

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A Mobility Device That Provides Newfound Independence

Anomie is a professional musician who has a passion for singing, dancing, and performing on stage. She is 34 years old and has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), a connective tissue condition… [ Read A Mobility Device That Provides Newfound Independence ]

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Understanding The Federal Debt Limit Debate

There are many stories in the news lately about the federal debt limit and many discussions about whether it should be raised and what the consequences of raising or not… [ Read Understanding The Federal Debt Limit Debate ]

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Do You Have Student Debt Forgiveness Confusion?

If you are bewildered by the status of student loan forgiveness, you are not alone. Two court cases, one brought by six Republican-led states, and another brought in Texas by… [ Read Do You Have Student Debt Forgiveness Confusion? ]

Assistive Technology for Hearing Loss and How to Fund It

In November 2022, PATF Outreach Director Wendy Davis hosted a webinar, Assistive Technology for Hearing Loss and How to Fund It, for the HLAA (Hearing Loss Association of America) Chapters… [ Read Assistive Technology for Hearing Loss and How to Fund It ]

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How to Access Funding for Sports Equipment

All people, including people with disabilities, should have the opportunity, if they choose, to play sports. We recently reached out to Keith Newerla to talk about how to access adaptive… [ Read How to Access Funding for Sports Equipment ]