What is ATEC?

The Assistive Technology Exchange Center is a resource for any item of equipment or technology used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities for individuals at home, school, or work. In human terms, it’s the voice for a little girl who’s never been able to speak. It’s the hands for a man who has lost his ability to write. It’s hope. It’s empowerment. And it’s central to our mission of helping individuals lead more fulfilling lives.

We are the largest and most comprehensive provider of the latest assistive technology. ATEC services can be provided at home, school, or work environment or here in our 7,000 square-foot ATEC facility in Santa Ana. Our two Speech-Language Pathologists and Technology Specialists, as well as a Rehabilitation Engineer and Occupational Therapist have at their disposal over 1,000 technology devices with state-of-the-art hardware and software all maintained by ATEC. ATEC provides a number of services, including assessment, training, delivery, installation, technical support, and consultation in many different areas of assistive technology. ATEC’s loan and reuse services provides equipment loan, sale, exchange, and equipment for rent. We also accept donated equipment and equipment for recycling.

Who Can Benefit From Assistive Technology?

Anyone with a disability may request an assessment and a tailored recommendation that identifies the appropriate assistive technology, training, and support that can meet their needs. This assessment can include vendor information and quotes regarding recommended equipment. ATEC is supported by the Department of Rehabilitation, Regional Center of Orange County, California Assistive Technology Exchange and the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. We also accept Medi-Cal Insurance as well as private pay.

Individuals with spinal cord or brain injury, hearing impairment, developmental disability, ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, visual impairment, Laryngectomy, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Repetitive Stress Syndrome, and many other disabilities can benefit from the following assistive technologies:

Augmentative Communication – voice output devices.

Alternative Computer Access – specialized input devices for typing or mousing.

Low Vision and Blindness Technology – screen readers, CCTVs, screen enlargement software, and Braille note-takers, etc.

ECU, EADL's – electronic aids for daily living needs.

Ergonomics – equipment and services to increase productivity and minimize job-related injuries in the workplace.

ACCESS ATEC NOW!
Contact the ATEC Service Coordinator at
Voice: (714)361-6200. TTY/TTD: (714)543-1873 or email: ATEC@ocgoodwill.org