Did you know the Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS) can help pay for Assistive Technology (AT) Devices?
Fact Sheets
Goods & Services: Frequently Asked Questions & Resources
What are Goods and Services? Goods and Services are part of your budget for Self-Directed Services. Goods and Services are services, equipment, and supplies you need to achieve your Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals that are not otherwise paid for through other Medicaid sources.
Assistive Technology: Lemon Law
What is the Rhode Island Assistive Technology Lemon Law? RI’s Consumer Enforcement of Assistive Technology (AT) Device Warranties law, referred to as the AT Lemon Law, protects people who purchase and use AT.
Assistive Technology Frequently Asked Questions
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive technology (AT) is any device, technology, or equipment that is used to improve or maintain your functional capabilities.
Assistive Technology Through Medicaid or Medicare
Assistive technology (AT) is any device, technology, or equipment that is used to improve or keep your functional capabilities. AT is sometimes called Durable Medical Equipment (DME).
Assistive Technology in Education
Students with disabilities have a right to use Assistive Technology (AT) in public school. Education programs and school districts must make AT available to students with disabilities.
Pre-Employment Transition Services
If you are a student with a disability, you should discuss transition services with your IEP Team. The Office of Rehabilitative Services (ORS) can provide you with Pre-employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) if you have an IEP or 504 plan.
Client Assistance Program (CAP)
DRRI’s Client Assistance Program (CAP) can help you apply for vocational rehabilitation (VR), independent living, and services for the blind and visually impaired. DRRI can also help you if you already receive these services.
SSI BENEFITS OVERPAYMENTS
SSI BENEFITS OVERPAYMENTS
What is overpayment?
An overpayment is when you get more money from Social Security than you were owed.