"Every one of us will need assistive technology at some point in our lives. The Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network is dedicated to increasing the availability of these devices."

-- Julie Nesbit, President & CEO, LATAN


LATAN provides training to elders, family members, care givers, service providers, and any one else interested in having the opportunity to age in place and to support others aging in place. The training module and resource manual is designed as a guide for Louisiana's older citizens who, as they age, wish to preserve their independence, autonomy, productivity and dignity. The resource guide and training provide information about assistive technology (AT), home modifications, and the many service options available to older people in the communities across Louisiana.

The Assistive Technology for Aging in Place Program identifies agencies, supportive services, funding options, and resources pertaining to AT that will help older Louisianans maintain a high quality of life as their health care and daily living needs change. The Program provides an introduction into the process of getting needed assistive technology and the training for using it. It also provides information about resources to make homes and communities safer and more convenient as age-related changes occur. In short, this program is designed to assist older persons in their efforts to include assistive technology in their daily lives.

In this Program, individuals learn that assistive technology can be simple or complex. It includes Velcro, adapted clothing and toys, canes, jar openers, adapted eating utensils, shower chairs, computers, seating systems, scooters, electronic communication systems, hearing aids, glasses, and thousands of other commercially available items.

To schedule a training for your group, or to find out more information, contact cmabry@latan.org or call 225-925-9500 or 800-2706185.

To order the resource guide, click here.