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Lending Library
Borrow a device from us and test it out for 3 weeks. Maximum 5 items may be borrowed at a time and everything will be shipped and picked up from your door for FREE.
Get A Demonstration
Request a one-on-one demonstration of a device with one of our Assistive Technology specialists. We want to help you make an informed decision about the technology that you will use.
Free Special Phones
If you have difficulty hearing, talking, seeing, thinking or moving, we have a phone that could help you! Currently, we have over 20 landline phones that we provide to persons who qualify for our program. Starting July 1 we will add over 10 smart devices to that list!
Used Equipment Exchange
Do you have old medical equipment laying around? Are you in need of medical equipment? TechOWL receives donations as well as actively looks for new homes for lightly used medical equipment.
iCanConnect
Are you or a loved one deaf and blind? TechOWL's partnership with iCanConnect provides communication access to Pennsylvanians who have both hearing and vision loss.
Training and Presentations
TechOWL's Assistive Technology Specialists are highly knowledgable on a wide variety of areas within accessibility and assistive technologies for the home, community, and for all ages and abilities. We provide individualized training for professionals, students and community members in Pennsylvania on a request basis.
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Did you know that you can tweet with your AAC device? Check out this great video about how to send messages and post on social media with AVAZ AAC app.
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Ever consider Smart Home technology to control aspects of your home? TechOWL is here to discuss many options of smart home technology! Schedule a demonstration today!
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Google announces enhancements for accessibility capacity for android!
Google Celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day By Announcing Software Enhancements For Android
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The features were announced in a blog post written by Sharlene Yuan, product manager of Android accessibility and Ajit Narayanan, a software engineer on the Central Accessibility Team.Who We Are
- TechOWL PA is Pennsylvania's Assistive Technology Act Program. One of 56 programs in the nation.
- Not from Pennsylvania? Find your states AT ACT program here!
Office Hours
Yes, TechOWL is working remotely.
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Phone - 800.204.7428
- Email - TechOWL@temple.edu
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