Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) is a statewide, non-profit organization that helps individuals with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians acquire the assistive technology devices and services they want. PATF is a state and federally-certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and is the Commonwealth’s designated Alternative Financing Program (AFP) under the federal Assistive Technology Act. PATF is one of 42 AFPs and state financing entities in the U.S. and territories.
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Mission
PATF’s mission is to provide education and financing opportunities for people with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians, helping them to acquire the assistive technology devices and services that improve the quality of their lives.
Who We Help
PATF programs are available to Pennsylvanians of:
All ages
All income levels
All disabilities and health conditions
We make every effort to make all of our materials accessible, including to non-English speakers.
What We Do
PATF offers:
Information and assistance about assistive technology, funding resources, and vendors
Financial education
Financial loans for the purchase of assistive technology