The Accessibility and Assistive Technology Integration Program empowers individuals with disabilities by providing personalized assessments, adaptive tools, and accessibility modifications that support independence at home, school, work, and in the community. Services include assistive technology evaluations, home and workplace consultations, device demonstrations, training for caregivers and professionals, and guidance on funding resources. By removing barriers and promoting practical solutions, the program enhances daily functioning and quality of life. Through hands-on support and strategic partnerships, it fosters inclusion and builds long-term capacity for accessible environments across Central Florida.
The Accessibility Family Navigator Plus program is a comprehensive, community-based initiative that helps individuals with disabilities, seniors, and families across Central Florida create safe, accessible home environments. Building on a proven navigator model, this program combines in-home accessibility assessments, assistive technology integration, and modification guidance to support aging in place and long-term independence. Through caregiver training, contractor referrals, and connections to financial resources, families receive tailored support to address barriers in daily living. The program strengthens community engagement, promotes workforce participation, and drives inclusive housing development, ultimately enhancing safety, mobility, and quality of life for those served.
The Accessibility Assessments for Independence initiative delivers affordable, personalized home accessibility evaluations for seniors and individuals with severe disabilities seeking to age in place or regain independence. Conducted by a certified Rehabilitation Engineer, assessments focus on low-cost, high-impact modifications such as grab bars, threshold ramps, and non-slip flooring to improve safety and daily function. The program partners with nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations to support implementation and funding, while also raising public awareness through affiliated websites. By combining expert guidance, community collaboration, and accessible solutions, the initiative enhances quality of life and aims to become the trusted local resource for home accessibility needs.
The Community Accessibility Resource Center (CARC) is a comprehensive initiative led by Accessibility Clinic Inc. to establish a physical hub in Orlando dedicated to accessibility, assistive technology, and adapted learning. CARC provides hands-on training, evaluations, certification programs, and direct services for individuals with disabilities, caregivers, educators, and professionals. Core components include a home accessibility demonstration area, an assistive technology and workplace accommodations center, a specialized tutoring hub, and professional development programs. The center will also offer Universal Design for Learning (UDL) training, caregiver education, and community-based workshops. Through applied learning and inclusive practices, CARC aims to expand home modifications, improve school and workplace accessibility, and build regional capacity for inclusive support across Central Florida.
The Inclusive Family: Accessibility Home Modification and Support Initiative assists individuals with disabilities, seniors, and families in creating safe, accessible living environments. The program provides home accessibility assessments, modification guidance, assistive technology integration, and caregiver training to support long-term independence. By addressing physical barriers and connecting families with trusted contractors, funding sources, and adaptive tools, the initiative ensures that individuals can remain safely and comfortably in their homes. Serving Central Florida, the program promotes aging in place, independent living, and caregiver readiness through direct services and partnerships that expand access to essential modifications and resources.
The Intergenerational Accessibility Mentoring Program fosters cross-generational learning by pairing youth with older adults and individuals with disabilities to promote digital literacy, accessibility, and independent living skills. Through a mutual exchange of knowledge, younger participants support technology use—including assistive devices and smart home tools—while older participants share lived experiences and adaptive strategies. The program emphasizes accessibility advocacy, home modifications, and community engagement, aiming to increase confidence, independence, and social connection across generations. Operating in Central Florida counties, the initiative seeks to train hundreds of participants, implement accessibility projects in homes, and build a sustainable model integrated into schools, senior centers, and disability services.
The Research & Innovation program explores emerging practices, technologies, and community-driven solutions to enhance accessibility and inclusion. Current efforts focus on assistive technology applications, intergenerational learning models, ethical use of AI in communication, and strategies to improve independent living. This program supports ongoing evaluation, collaboration, and the development of scalable approaches that address real-world accessibility challenges across diverse populations.
This program highlights the often-overlooked yet critical components—such as batteries, adapters, hubs, and switches—that empower individuals with disabilities to maintain independence and safety in daily life. By addressing these small but essential tools, the program supports autonomy, powered mobility, and functional access to technology. With a focus on increasing awareness and reducing barriers, the initiative serves individuals with disabilities and older adults across Central Florida, aiming to expand its impact through community partnerships, outreach, and donor engagement.