Assistive Technology Australia
Endless Possibilities for All
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive technology (AT) is any device, system, or design used by individuals to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible. Such technology may be something as simple as your common household items such as a carrot peeler to the more complex products such as pressure care mattress for the prevention of pressure sores. In short, anything that assists individuals continue to carry-out daily activities can be considered assistive technology. Read More...
Virtual Showroom
Take a virtual tour of our display house that we have built in our showroom. Discover and learn more about products that enhance your independent living.
Visit Westpoint Shopping Centre, Blacktown to see our display house and more.
Accessible Home Virtual Tour- All the amounts, fees and charges shown on this website are in Australian Dollar.
- ** @magic FACETED Search - a useful, friendly and powerful tool for professionals and consumers.
- Call 1300 452 679 to discuss your AT needs with our Infoline staff before visiting.
- We do not sell AT products. Assistive Technology Australia is NOT a shop.
- AT Australia provides information about Assistive Technology products and suppliers.
Services
We provide information and advice to people about assistive technology solutions for independent living.
We are a recognised leader in the field of assistive technology and accessible built environments. We provide expertise through consultation, training and publications.
We are a registered training organisation providing VETAB approved, competency-based training for allied health and built environment professionals.
We conduct group tours at our display centre and give community talks to spread awareness about Assistive Technology and its role in aiding independent living.
Latest News
Augmentative Alternative Communication Townhall session for AAC users
April 5, 2021
AT Australia is organising a Townhall session for AAC users in Canberra.
Come for an open discussion with our AAC user and Assistive Technology Mentor, Caytlin Weir.
Date: Wednesday 20 April 2021 | Time: 10:00am- 12:00pm
Venue: Belconnen Community Centre, Meeting Room 2, 23 Swanson Ct, Belconnen ACT
Registration is required. Please contact us on 02 9912 5800 or act@at-aust.org
Download the flyer
Pop-Up AT Clinic at ACT in April
April 4, 2021
We are running another FREE pop-up clinic to assist with information and advice on assistive technology. Limited slots are available on the 20th of April.
FREE assistive technology information and advice for
people with disabilities, consumers, carers, family members and allied health professionals.
Date: Tuesday 20 April 2021
Time :9.00am - 4.00pm
Venue: Health Hub, Level C, University of Canberra, Building 28, Ginninderra Dr & Allawoona St, Bruce ACT 2617
What you can get:
- Allied Health professionals onsite
- What type of assistive technology can help
- What is available?
- Where can I get them?
Appointment is required, contact us on 02 9912 5800 or act@at-aust.org
Download the flyer
AT Info Session - Make My Bathroom Safer
April 4, 2021
AT Australia in partnership with University of Canberra will run an AT Info session in April.
For people with Parkinson and their caregivers. Do you want to know how to make your bathroom safer? If yes, join us for a FREE session with our occupational therapist and assistive technology mentor to ideas and have a discussion.
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2021 | Time: 9.30am- 10.30am
Venue: Health Hub, Level C, University of Canberra, Building 28, Ginninderra Dr & Allawoona St, Bruce ACT 2617
The Info session includes:
- Allied Health professionals onsite
- Type of available assistive technology that can help
Limited to 15 people, appointment is required.
Call 02 9912 5800 or email act@at-aust.org | Download the flyer
Upcoming Events
AT Australia Training - Home Modifications (Sydney)
22 - 23 July 2021
Venue: Assistive Technology Australia, Blacktown
Dates: 22 and 23 July 2021 (over 2 days)
Address: Westpoint, Shop 4019, 17 Patrick St, Blacktown
Instructors: Therapists from AT Australia
AT Australia offers this national competency training for built environment and allied health professionals, provides recognised units for Cert IV or Diploma in Access Consulting. Accredited units in the 2-day course consists of:
. CPPACC4020A - provide access advice on building renovations
. CPPACC5016A - provide expert access advice on renovations to private dwellings
Interested? Download
Enrolment form
Course Flyer |
Training Guide |
.... for more info
Contact us: call 02 9912 5800 or email training@at-aust.org
AT Australia Training - Home Modifications
19 - 27 August 2021
Delivery Platform: Online with Zoom
Dates: 19-20, 26-27 August 2021 (over 4 half days)
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm AEDT/ UTC +11 hours
Instructors: Therapists from AT Australia
AT Australia offers this national competency training for built environment and allied health professionals, provides recognised units for Cert IV or Diploma in Access Consulting. Accredited units in the 4-sessions course consists of:
. CPPACC4020A - provide access advice on building renovations
. CPPACC5016A - provide expert access advice on renovations to private dwellings
Interested? Download
Enrolment form
Course Flyer |
Training Guide |
.... for more info
Contact us: call 02 9912 5800 or email training@at-aust.org
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