Virginia Assistive Technology System Regional Site

Welcome to the Virginia Assistive Technology System Regional Site at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg. We are one of three regional sites of the Virginia Assistive Technology System, a statewide project committed to improving the quality of life for all Virginians by increasing awareness and accessibility of Assistive Technology (AT).

Established in 1990, VATS is administered by the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services (DRS). Our Southwest Region encompasses 14,000 square miles in 29 counties that include Highland, Augusta, Bath, Rockbridge, Alleghany, Botetourt, Craig, Roanoke, Franklin, Pittsylvania, Giles, Montgomery, Floyd, Patrick, Henry, Bland, Pulaski, Wythe, Carroll, Tazewell, Smyth, Grayson, Buchanan, Russell, Washington, Dickenson, Wise, Scott and Lee.

What is Assistive Technology?

• Assistive technology devices are those from the simple to technically complex that individuals with disabilities may use to perform specific tasks, improve their functional capabilities, and become more independent in their everyday lives.
• Assistive technology services directly help individuals with disabilities to select, acquire, or use assistive technology devices.

College Bound 2009 is scheduled for June 22-25, 2009.

For more information, please contact program directors, Ellen Bielema or Susan Asselin by email.