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The DCATRC displays a broad range of low tech and high tech items including communication aids, aids to daily living and  educational products for all students.  The center is located at 810 First Street, NE, Ninth Floor.  For further information please call: 

202-589-0288 (Voice) 
202-589-1260 (TTY)

 

District of Columbia Assistive Resource Center

Acknowledging the inadequate consumer access to assistive technology devices in the District of ColumbPicture of the DCATRC's devices and productsia,  the ATPDC in collaboration with the District of Columbia Rehabilitation Services Administration (DCRSA), has established the District of Columbia Assistive Technology Resource Center (DCATRC).  Working with local and national assistive technology vendors, private for-profit entities and nonprofit organizations, the DCATRC was opened in 1999 and displays a broad range of low tech and high tech items including communication aids, environmental control systems, sensory aids, aidsPicture of the DCATRC devices for daily living, and technology for use in the classroom. This free center has examples of assistive technology which can accommodate the vocational, educational and independent living needs of individuals with disabilities. ATPDC staff help visitors investigate and compare items, discuss their applications and learn about assistive technology vendors and funding sources as well as equipment maintenance and warranty options.  Interested individuals may also borrow devices for short term use. 

The DCATRC is located at 810 First Street, NE, Ninth Floor.  For further information please contact us:  

Kazuko Ross (Kaz)
202-589-0288 (Voice) 
202-589-1260 (TTY)
Email: DCATRC 

Directions:

By Subway:  Take the Red Line to the Union Station stop.  Exit from First St.  Take a right and proceed down First St. approximately 11/2 blocks.   The building is on the left in the Union Centre plaza, across from the Care First building.   The DCATRC is located on the 9th Floor.  There are security personnel in the building lobby and in the lobby of the 9th Floor should you need assistance. 

By Car: From the intersection of New York Ave. and Florida Ave. N.E.; head south on First St. N.E. towards Union Station.  Proceed pass the Greyhound bus station and pass the intersection of First and K. Sts. The building is on the right. There is metered parking and several parking lots in the area.