This grant will help expand access to Enable Ireland’s Assistive Technology Loan Library. The library will expand iPad Hubs at high-demand Children Disability Network Team centres.
This will reduce wait times and enhance access to devices. The project extends the reach of our Loan Library, ensuring timely access to technology for children.
Sustainability is ensured through partnerships and one-off purchases. Each hub, including pre-installed apps and GDPR-compliant features, will be tailored based on historical usage data. The project leverages evidence from sources like WHO and HSE, addressing the urgent need for Augmented Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. This grant will support better communication and inclusion for children with disabilities, maximizing their potential and improving lives.
This initiative supports children and young people with disabilities by enhancing their communication, educational opportunities, and community participation, and fostering independence. Beneficiaries include children, therapists, educators, and families, who rely on AT for communication, academic success, and social integration. Immediate access to updated AT helps therapists provide better support and families improve interactions with their children.
