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Intel Reader-The mobile device that reads print aloud
The Intel Reader assists individuals with reading-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia,
low vision or blindness. It has a high-resolution camera with the power of an Intel Atom processor that converts printed text to digital text then reads it aloud.
LATAN offers demonstrations and temporary loans on this device. You may contact:
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July 21, 2010 -10:30am-12:00pm
LATAN will host an Open House of its South
Louisiana Device
Demonstration Program on Wednesday, July 21,
2010 from 10:30 am - 12:00 p.m at our Baton
Rouge office located at 3042 Old Forge Drive.
We invite educators who work with special needs students to learn about our Assistive Technology devices we have available.
During this time, we will demonstrate and
inform you of the various devices and
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Do you have a PLAN on how to stay
safe?
Do you have a GO BAG? Do you have a READY KIT? If you answered NO to any of these questions, or don't know what a "go bag" or a "ready kit" is, you are at risk!
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Funding for LATAN Has Been Removed from State Budget
If you are able to do so, please contact Sen. Lydia Jackson (Shreveport area and Vice-Chair of Senate Finance) at 1.318.676.7029 or jacksonl@legis.state.la.us You may also contact Senator John Alario at 1.225.342.9990 or email: alarioj@legis.state.la.us and ask that LATAN's funding be restored.
Please ask that they consider re-insertion of the $250,000 line item that was in place by the House for LATAN. This funding is essential to continue providing services for individuals with disabilities. LATAN is the only project in the State that assists with access to assitive technology. There is no other entity thus this service will be greatly diminished or not available with your support. LATAN thanks you for taking the time to inform our leaders of this important request. |
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LATAN's Financial Loan Program Makes a Difference!
Davlyn J. says, "This vehicle purchase changed the lives of our family! We couldn't have done it without LATAN!"
Call us today to receive a loan application and information packet describing our Financial Loan Program and how you can take advantage of our low interest rates! 1.888.811.6672 (Voice/TT) |
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Each year, congress passes a resolution that designates June as National Aphasia Awareness Month to support efforts to increase the awareness of aphasia, a communication impairment caused by brain damage. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders
and Stroke (NINDS), aphasia affects at least 1,000,000 people in the United States.
The most common cause of aphasia is stroke. About 25-40% of stroke survivors have aphasia. Aphasia can also result from a head injury, brain tumor, or other neurological causes. It is most common among older people, but can occur in people of all ages. LATAN offers devices and equipment to assist you and your loved ones. Call LATAN today: 1.800.270.6185 |
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Call to Get a Spot Now!
Join the Advocacy Center for informational
sessions on voting rights and procedures for
the elderly and persons with disabilities.
Voting machines will be available to
demonstrate special features and allow you
hands-on experience. Don't Miss Out!!!
Call: 1-800- 960-7705 (voice) 1-866-935-7348 (TTY)
Saturday, June 19 |
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Contact LATAN
LATAN encourages organizations, agencies and
individuals with disabilities to utilize our
public information outreach sources to
inform others of your training sessions,
conferences, and information that will
benefit individuals with disabilities.
We encourage you to send us requests for posting on our accessible website and our Facebook page and for information dissemination via our monthly electronic newsletter. Information may be sent to: Maria Yiannopoulos, Public Information Officer: mariay@latan.org or call: 1.800.270.6185 (Voice/TT). |
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LATAN recently created its own Facebook
page as a means to keep our consumers,
friends and supporters aware of Assistive
Technology activities, programs and
services.
We invite you to sign up (it's free) and share your information and events that assist all individuals who live with a disability. |
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