DAKC has an adaptive equipment loan closet. Equipment is issued based on professional recommendation. If you need an evaluation for adaptive equipment, DAKC can provide one. Refer to Occupational Therapy Services for more information on evaluations.
DAKC also accepts donations of adaptive equipment in good working condition, we do not accept hospital beds. For more information on DAKC’s equipment loan closet contact Lisa Nelson-Williams at lisa.n@zerostep.org or (616) 949-1100 ext. 255.
Assistive technology devices include any equipment or product used by a person with a disability to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities. Equipment or products may be acquired commercially from a store, from a specialty dealer, or may be custom made. We directly assist an individual in the selecting, acquiring, repairing or using an assistive technology device (such as training in the use of the device.)
Check out Michigan's based new website where people can buy, sell or give away assistive technology. www.ATXchange.org is a FREE service!
Airway Oxygen, Inc.
Amigo Mobility Center
Carelinc
West Michigan Area Agency on Aging
A program started by the State of Michigan to offer loans to persons with disabilities who need assistive technology.
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With funding through the Kent County Senior Millage program, ZeroStep is able to provide Assessment and Adaptive Equipment services to seniors. An assessment of the home environment will be done to identify barriers to living independently. Recommendations will be developed for home modification including ramp construction in conjunction with Home Repair Services. Limited funding is also available for adaptive equipment purchase. For more information contact Lisa Nelson-Williams at lisa.n@zerostep.org or call 616-949-1100, ext. 255. |
Airway Oxygen, Inc.
Amigo Mobility Center
Carelinc
West Michigan Area Agency on Aging
Providing training on independent living skills for persons with disabilities whether they already live on their own with family or in a more restrictive living situations, such as nursing homes or rehabilitation centers to community-based living. The program offers training in the areas such as:
- Personal assistance management
- Transportation
- Self-care
- Career-development
- Dealing with relationships
- Home maintenance and more
Learn more about a program that reimburses employed persons with disabilities for a portion of their personal care costs.
