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Report provides detailed data on health and disability from the 1994 National Health Interview Survey. Available in PDF format at: <http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/series/sr_10/10_193_1.pdf>.

Adler, M.C., Clark, R.F., DeMaio, T.J., Miller, L.F., & Saluter, A.F. (1999). Collecting information disability in the 2000 Census: An example of interagency cooperation. Social Security Bulletin, 62, 4.

Reports research and analysis undertaken to develop the short set of disability questions used for Census 2000. Available at: <http://www.ssa.gov/policy/pubs/SSB/v62n4y1999/artCollectingIn.pdf>.

Agree, E.M. (1999). The influence of personal care and assistive devices on the measurement of disability. Social Science and Medicine, 48, 427-433.

Article presents data on use of AT and personal assistance among seniors 70 years and older, from the 1994 Survey of Asset and Health dynamics of the Oldest Old (AHEAD). This study, using an elderly sample, supported the findings of Verbrugge et al. (1997) who found AT was more effective than personal assistance in reducing limitations in a middle-aged and older adult sample.

Agree, E.M. & Freedman, V.A. (2000). Incorporating assistive devices into community-based long term care. Journal of Aging and Health, 12, 3, 426-450.

Article uses data from the 1994-95 National Health Survey on Disability (NHIS-D) to examine the use of AT in community-based long-term care. The study concludes that AT "has the potential to confer quality of life enhancements for older persons and their caregivers and cost savings for payers."

Alecxih, L., Corea, J., & Marker, D. Deriving state-level estimates from three national surveys: A statistical assessment and state tabulations. The Lewin Group/Westat Inc.

Assesses the statistical issues involved in the production of state-level estimates from three national surveys: Current Population Survey (CPS), Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP), and National Health Interview Survey (NHIS). Available at: <http://aspe.hhs.gov/health/reports/st_est/index.htm>.

Allen, S. (2000). Receiving help at home: The interplay of human and technological assistance. Annual Meeting of the Association for Health Services Research.

Presents analysis of the National Health Interview Survey on Disability, looking at use of assistive technology and personal assistance by people with mobility impairments.

Alliance for Technology Access. (2000). Computer and Web resources for people with disabilities: A guide to exploring today's assistive technology. New York: Hunter House.

"A guide to maneuvering the growing world of computers, both the mainstream and the assitive tehnology, to find what is right for you." (Stephen Hawking, from the Foreward) Ordering information: <http://www.ataccess.org/Book/default.html>.

American Society on Aging. (1997). Assistive technology and home modification: creating systems change for older and younger people with disabilities. San Francisco: American Society on Aging.

Report on a two-year project of the American Society on Aging. Discusses information dissemination efforts of the ASA, survey results of all the State Units on Aging and all of the state programs funded under the Tech Act of 1988, and a model program developed to provide information and assistance related to assistve technology and home modification.

Angelo, J., Buning, M.E., Schmeler, M., & Doster, S. (1997). Identifying best practice in the occupational therapy assistive technology evaluation: An analysis of three focus groups. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 51, 10 (1997 Nov-Dec), 916-920.

Uses focus group methodology to identify what works best in evaluating AT.

Assistive Technology On-Line Web Group. (1996). Assistive technology: Principles and practice.

Gives an overview of assistive technology, including definitions of key terms, description of kinds of AT, AT-related legislation, service delivery systems, and professional issues. Available at: <http://www.asel.udel.edu/>.

AT Advocate Newsletter. (1998). Private insurance contracts and assistive technology, Parts I and II. AT Advocate Newletter.

This two-part article serves as a practical guide to understanding how private insurance can be used to fund AT. Includes issues of who is covered, what kinds of AT are covered, and whether the AT is medically necessary. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/av/av-0398.htm> (Part I) and <http://www.nls.org/av/av-0598.htm> (Part II).

Behrman, M. (1995). Assistive technology training. In K. Flippo, K. Inge, & M. Barcus (Eds.), Assistive technology: A resource for school, work and community (pp. 211-222). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

Describes training models for teaching professionals about AT, including sections on reasons for training, factors that influence training, kinds of training, and knowledge and skills that are needed in AT.

Bertot, J.C., McClure, C.R., & Fletcher, P.D. (1997). The 1997 National Survey of U.S. Public Libraries and the Internet: Final report. Washington, DC: American Library Association for the Office for Information Technology Policy.

Presents information on how many public libraries provide specialized software and hardware for people with disabilities. Available at: <http://www.ala.org/oitp/>.

Braden, B.R., Cowan, C.A., et al. (1998). National health expenditures, 1997. Health Care Financing Review, 20, 1 (Fall 1998), 83-126.

Includes charts showing expenditures for Durable Medical Equipment (DME).

Burke, C. (2001). Simple technology encourages independence in play and communication for infants and toddlers with disabilities. UAB Civitan Center.

Describes assistive technology for very young children. Available at: <http://www.circ.uab.edu/spages/cburktxt.htm>.

Campbell, P.R. (1996). Population projections for states by age, sex, race, and Hispanic origin: 1995-2025. U.S. Bureau of the Census, Population Division.

Provides a resource for state estimates. Available at: <http://www.census.gov/population/www/projections/ppl47.html>.

Cavanaugh, G., & Emerman, J. (1997). ASA Study: Aging agencies must do more on assistive technology. Aging Today, September/October.

Investigation into level of involvement of Tech Act Programs, State Units on Aging, and Area Agencies on Aging in providing assistive technology to older adults. Available at: <http://www.asaging.org/at/at-185/atech-aaa.html>.

Center for Assistive Technology. (1999). Media and publications catalog. University of Buffalo.

Catalog for ordering media and publications related to assistive technology. Available at: <http://www.wings.buffalo.edu/ot/cat>.

Day, S.L. & Edwards, B.J. (1996). Assistive technology for postsecondary students with learning disabilities. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 29, 5, 486-492.

Article lists types of AT appropriate for students with learning disabilities and describes how AT enhances learning at the postsecondary level. Typical programs, legislation, and other AT-related issues are also discussed.

Duncan, B., & Schmidt, L. (Ed.). (1999). Resource directory: Linking women with disabilities to employment opportunities and resources. Oakland, CA: Rehabilitation International and World Institute on Disability.

A consumer-friendly guide to organizations that offer services related to employment and women with disabilities. Contains a section on "Accommodation and Assistive Technology" that lists AT-related resources. Available from: the World Institute on Disability, 510 16th Street, Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94612.

Elliot, S. (1999). Medicaid reimbursement for assistive technology in nursing facilities. Washington, DC: National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

Provides information on the kinds of AT devices and services that nursing facilities must provide (or may optionally provide) to residents under Medicaid. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/nursing.htm>.

Gabrel, C., & Jones, A. (2000a). The National Nursing Home survey: 1995 summary. Vital Health Statistics, 13, 146.

Contains tables based on the 1995 National Nursing Home Survey, including data on use of AT in nursing homes.

Gabrel, C., & Jones, A. (2000b). The National Nursing Home Survey: 1997 Summary. Vital Health Statistics, 13, 147.

Contains tables based on the 1997 National Nursing Home survey, including data on use of AT in nursing homes.

Golinker, L. & Sheldon, J.R. (1999). Medicare and AAC devices: Obtaining an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device through Medicare - The decision making and appeals process for non-HMO participants. National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

Provides an overview of the process of obtaining AAC devices through Medicare fee-for-service programs. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/mediacc.htm>.

Galvin, J.C., & Langton, A.J. (1998). Designing and delivering quality assistive technology services. Tuscon, AZ: CARF, The Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission.

Discusses relevant legislation, the principles and benefits of assistive technology, and the steps needed to develop quality assistive technology services. Available at: <http://www.carf.org/June98-CARFConnection/newmonographs.htm>.

General Accounting Office. (1999). SSI children: Multiple factors affect families' costs for disability-related services (GAO/HEHS-99-99). Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office.

Provides data on disability-related expenses incurred by families of children on Supplemental Security Income. Available at: <http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/useftp.cgi?IPaddress=162.140.64.21&filename=he99099.pdf&directory=/diskb/wais/data/gao>.

Gray, D.B., Quatrano, L.A., & Lieberman, M.L. (1998). Designing and using assistive technology. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brooks Publishing Company.

Discusses the conceptual framework of assistive technology and issues related its design, development and practical use.

Hager, R.M. (1999a). Funding of assistive technology: State vocational rehabilitation agencies and their obligation to maximize employment. Washington, DC: National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

Report describes how people with disabilities may be able to obtain assitive technology through their state's vocational rehabilition system. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/vrbooklt.htm>.

Hager, R.M. (1999b). Funding of assistive technology -- The public school's special education system as a funding source: the cutting edge. Washington, DC: National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

Report provides an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sources of AT funding within the public school system. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/specedat.htm>.

Harkins, D., Esposito, R., Istanbouli, M., Kirchner, C., & Chandu, F. (1991). Report from a study of issues and strategies toward improving employment of blind or visually impaired persons in Illinois. Chicago, IL: American Foundation for the Blind.

Excellent example of a state survey on AT and employment (in Illinois). Describes barriers to employment for people with visual impairment and blindness, and potential solutions, including AT devices and services.

Haupt, B.J., & Jones, A. (1999). National Home and Hospice Care Survey: Annual summary, 1996. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics.

Includes data on people receiving aids and special devices in home health care. Available at: <http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/series/sr_13/sr13_141.pdf>.

Hayward, B., Tashjian, M.D., & Wehman, P. (1995). Development of assistive technology systems: Evaluation of federal initiative. In K.F. Flippo, K.J. Inge, & M. Barcus (Eds.), Assistive technology: A resource for school, work and community (pp. 23-39). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

This book chapter discusses the results of an evaluation of the state Tech Act projects, including recommendations to improve the effectiveness of the projects.

Health Care Financing Administration. (1999). 1999 Data compendium. Baltimore: Health Care Financing Administration, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services.

Contains text, tables and charts on Medicare and Medicaid enrollment and expenditures. Includes tables on Durable Medical Equipment (DME).

Jones, M.L. & Sanford, J.A. (1996). People with mobility impairments in the United States today and in 2010. Assistive Technology, 8, 43-53.

Reports on a study to develop a population profile describing people with mobility impairments in the mid 1990's and projecting ahead to the year 2010. Includes statistics on AT by type of disability. Available at: <http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/pubs/center/pubslist.htm>.

Kanny, E., & Anson, D.K. (1997). Current trends in assistive technology education in entry-level occupational therapy curricula. The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 52, 7, 586-591.

Study investigates changes in assistive technology education for entry-level occupational therapy students between 1989 and 1994-95.

Kaye, H.S. (1998). Is the status of people with disabilities improving? Disability Statistics Abstract, 21 (May 1998), 1-4.

Investigates the status of quality of life for people with disabilities, including data on accessibility and AT. Available at: <http://dsc.ucsf.edu/UCSF/pdf/ABSTRACT21.pdf>.

Kaye, H.S. (2000). Computer and internet use among people with disabilities. Disability Statistics Report, 13.

Report discusses the gaps in computer and Internet use among people with disabilities. Available at: <http://www.dsc.ucsf.edu/ucsf/pdf/REPORT13.pdf>.

Kaye, H.S., Kang, T., & LaPlante, M.P. (2000). Mobility device use in the United States. Disability Statistics Report, 14.

Report addresses the benefits, accessibility, and use of mobility devices for people with disabilities.

Kramarow, E., Lentzner, H., Rooks, R., Weeks, J., & Saydah, S. (1999). Health, United States, 1999, Health and aging chartbook. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics.

Includes charts and tables about health and aging and data on assistive devices. Available at: <http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hus99cht.pdf>.

Kruse, D.L., & Hyland, M.M. (1998). Telecommuting and other home-based work: Differences by disability status. Piscataway, NJ.

Presents data on home-based work among people with disabilities, including information on computer access and telecommuting.

LaPlante, M. (1993). State estimates of disability in America. Disability Statistics Report, 3.

Presents state estimates of disability from the 1990 National Health Interview Survey, Census and Current Population Survey. May be ordered from: <http://www.dsc.ucsf.edu>.

LaPlante, M. (1998). Remarks on national statistical studies of assistive technology. Public meeting on assistive technology hosted by NIDRR, Arlington, VA.

Presents findings on AT from the 1994 National Health Interview Survey on Disability.

LaPlante, M.P., Hendershot, G.E. & Moss, A.J. (1992). Assistive technology devices and home accessibility features: Prevalence, payment, need, and trends. Advance data from vital and health statistics, 217.

Report provides national estimates of the number of people using AT devices or living in homes with accessiblity features, the types of devices and features used, the sources of payment for this technology, and the number of people who need AT devices but do not have them.

LaPlante, M.P., Hendershot, G.E. & Moss, A.J. (1997). The prevalence of need for assistive technology devices and home accesibility features. Technology and Disability, 6, 17-28.

Summarizes demographic information about people with disabilities and their use of assistive technology and discusses issues related to assistive technology use.

Mace, R.L. (1998). Universal design in housing. Assistive Technology, 10, 21-28.

Article describes the principles of universal design for housing, including a list of characteristic features. Available from: <http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/pubs/center/pubslist.htm>.

Mace, R.L., Hardie, G.J. & Place, J.P. (1996). Accessible Environments: Toward Universal Design.

Presents an overview of the concept of universal design, including summary of legal developments related to AT and universal design. May be ordered at: <http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/pubs/center/pubslist.htm>.

Mann, W.C. (1997). Aging and assistive technology use. Technology and Disability, 6, 63-75.

Examines the needs and concerns of older persons with disabilities and discusses the benefits of assistive technology for serving this population.

Mann, W.C., Hurren, D., & Tomita, M. (1993). Comparison of assistive device use and needs of home-based older persons with different impairments. The American Journal Occupational Therapy, 47, 11, 980-987.

Examines assistive device use by noninstitutionalized older persons with disabilities. Can be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/rerc-aging/rerca-papers.htm#ART011>.

Mann, W.C., Hurren, D., & Tomita, M.R. (1994). Assistive device needs of home-based elderly persons with hearing impairments. Technology and Disability, 3, 1 (February 1994), 47-61.

Explores the use of assistive technology by noninstitutionalized older persons with hearing impairments. Can be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/Catalog/products/itm00108.htm>.

Mann, W.C., Hurren, D., Tomita, M.R., & Charvat, B.A. (1995). The relationship of functional independence to assistive device use of elderly persons living at home. The Journal of Applied Gerentology, 14, 2 (June 1995), 225-247.

Study examines the relationship between use of assistive devices and functional independence for older persons living at home. Can be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/rerc-aging/rerca-papers.htm#ART036>.

Mann, W.C., Hurren, D., Tomita, M.R., Charvat, B.A. (1997). Comparison of the UB-RERC-Aging consumer assessments study with the 1986 NHIS and the 1987 NMES. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation 13(2) (December 1997): 32-41.

Study investigates the needs of home-based older persons for assistive devices and environmental interventions. Can be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/rerc-aging/rerca-papers.htm#ART056>.

Mann, W.C., Tomita, M.R., Packard, S., Hurren, D., & Creswell, C. (1994). The need for information on assistive devices by older persons. Assistive Technology, 6, 2, 134-139.

Study investigates the need for older persons to be better informed about available assistive devices that could improve their quality of life. Can be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/rerc-aging/rerca-papers.htm#ART016>.

McInerney, M., Osher, D., & Kane, M. (1997). Improving the availability and use of technology for children with disabilities. Washington, DC: Chesapeake Institute of the American Institutes for Research.

Investigates efforts of local, state, and national agencies to improve the availability and use of technology for children with disabilities. Available at: <http://www.air.org/techideas/report.pdf>.

McNeil, J.M. (1997). Americans with disabilities: 1994-95. Washington, DC: U.S. Bureau of the Census.

Provides data on the number and characteristics of people with disabilities. Available at: <http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/disable/sipp/disable9495.html>.

Meyer, J.A., & Zeller, P.J. (1999). Profiles of the disabled: Employment and health coverage (#2151). Washington, DC: Economic and Social Research Institute for The Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured.

Presents data from the National Health Interview Survey on Disability. Article includes sections on how to define the population with disabilities, a profile of working-age people with disabilities, and policy issues related to increasing workforce participation. Includes data on accomodations and special equipment needed to work.

Mueller, J.L. (1998). Assistive technology and universal design in the workplace. Assistive Technology, 10, 1, 37-43.

Provides statistics and examples of job accomodations (assistive technology and universal design) to improve productivity and minimize injuries in the workplace. Available from: <http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/pubs/center/pubslist.htm>.

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. (1999). Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System: Reprints from the MMWR, 1990-1998. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Provides short summaries of state-level findings from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), some of which are relevant to state estimates of disability. May be ordered at: <http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/brfss/pubrfdat.htm>.

National Center for Education Statistics. (1999b). Internet access in public schools and classrooms: 1994-98. [website].

Provides survey results that measure progress in connecting public schools and classrooms to the Internet. Available at: <http://nces.ed.gov/pubs99/quarterlyjul/3-Elem-Sec/3-esq12-h.html>.

National Center for Education Statistics. (1999c). Student computer use. [website].

Examines the extent to which students have access to computers at school and at home. Available at: <http://nces.ed.gov/pubs99/quarterly/fall/3-Elem/3-esq13-b.html>.

National Center for Education Statistics. (1999d). Students with disabilities in post-secondary education: A profile of preparation, participation, and outcomes. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Education.

Presents a descriptive profile of post-high school students with disabilities, including statistics on kinds of disabilities, employment, degree attainment and other data. Available in .pdf format at: <http://nces.ed.gov/spider/webspider/1999187.shtml>.

National Center for Education Statistics. (2000a). The condition of education: 2000. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Education.

Examines the condition and progress of the American educational system. Available at: <http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2000/2000062.pdf>.

National Center for Education Statistics. (2000b). What are the barriers to the use of advanced telecommunications for students with disabilities in public schools? Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Research and Improvement.

Examines the degree of access children with disabilities have to computers and advanced telecommunications in public schools. Available at: <http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2000/2000042.pdf>.

National Center for Education Statistics. (2001). Internet access in public schools and classrooms: 1994-2000. Washington, DC.

Survey results measuring what proportion of public schools are connected to the internet and the quality of internet access children have in schools. Available at: <http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2001/2001071.pdf>.

National Council on Disability. (2000). Federal policy barriers to assistive technology.

Report describes the barriers in federal AT policy that block access to AT and offers 11 recommendations for reducing those barriers. Available at: <http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/assisttechnology.html>.

National Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research/United Cerebral Palsy. (1998). Blueprint for the millennium: An analysis of regional hearings on assistive technology for people with disabilities. Washington, DC: NIDRR.

Addresses the provision, acquisition and use of assistive technology and includes suggestions for promoting and expanding access to assistive technology.

National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research. (1998a). Panel IV: Health Care Issues. Paper presented at the Midwest Public Forum, Kansas City, MS.

Transcript of public forum on managed care and assistive technology.

National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research. (1998b). Transcript of the public meeting on assistive technology hosted by NIDRR.

Transcipt of a public meeting on assistive technology hosted by NIDRR in Arlington, VA in 1998. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/tap/library/hearing.htm>.

National Organization on Disability. (1999). Disability in perspective: Encouraging early return to work. Disability Agenda, 1.

Examines barriers to returning to work for people with acquired disabilities and discusses implementation of solutions on the part of the companies. Available at: <http://www.nod.org/agendaarchive.html#early>.

National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (1995). Falling through the Net: A survey of the "have nots" in rural and urban America. Washington, DC: Department of Commerce.

This is the first of a series of reports on the "digital divide" in the U.S. Subsequent reports include information on disability; this one does not. Available at: <http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/digitaldivide/>.

National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (1998). Falling through the net II: New data on the digital divide, National Telecommunications and Information Administration. Washington, DC: Department of Commerce.

Investigates the gap in access to telecommunication and information services between different sociodemographic groups in the United States. (No specific information on disability). Available at: <http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/digitaldivide/>.

National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (1999). Falling through the net: Defining the digital divide. Washington, DC: Department of Commerce.

This is the third in a series of reports on the "digital divide," describing disparities in access to telephones, computers and the Internet. Although this report does not provide data on disability, it presents a background for understanding data on disparities in access for people with disabilities. Report available in HTML and .pdf formats at: <http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/digitaldivide/>.

National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (2000). Falling through the net: Toward digital inclusion. Washington, DC: Department of Commerce.

Report looks at computer and internet access by household, including a section on use and access by people with disabilities. Contains a number of charts on computer and internet use by people with disabilities. Report available in HTML and .pdf formats at: <http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/digitaldivide/>.

Newacheck, P.W., & Halfon, N. (1998). Prevalence and impact of disabling chronic conditions in childhood. American Journal of Public Health, 88, 4 (April 1998), 610-617.

Study provides data on the prevalence and impact of chronic conditions causing childhood disability.

Newacheck, P.W., Strickland, B., Shonkoff, J.P., Perrin, J.M., McPherson, M., Lauver, C., Fox, H., & Arango, P. (1998). An epidemiological profile of children with special health care needs. Pediatrics, 102, 117-123.

Epidemiological profile of children with special health care needs including a chart of variables used to define the population described. Can be ordered at: <http://www.pediatrics.org/cgi/gca?SEARCHID=QID_NOT_SET&AUTHOR1=newacheck&FULLTEXT= epidemiologic+profile+&FIRSTINDEX=&hits=10&RESULTFORMAT=&gca=102%2F1%2F117&sendit=Get+All+Checked+Abstract%28s%29>.

Newburger, E. C. (1997). Computer use in the United States (PPL-114). Washington, DC: U.S. Census Bureau.

Summary of 1997 Census survey about computer use in the United States. Available at: <http://www.census.gov/prod/99pubs/p20-522.pdf>.

Nochajski, S.M., Tomita, M.R., & Mann, W.C. (1996). The use and satisfaction with assistive devices by older persons with cognitive impairments: A pilot intervention study. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, 12, 2 (December 1996), 40-53.

Study investigates reasons for device dissatisfaction among older adults with cognitive impairments. Can be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/rerc-aging/rerca-papers.htm#ART044>.

Packer, J., & Kirchner, C. (1997). Who's watching: A profile of the blind and visually impaired audience for television and video. New York: American Foundation for the Blind.

Presents results of a survey on the blind and visually impaired TV and video audience, including tables and charts on size of this audience, TV, VCR and cable usage, use of video description and other AT related topics. Available at: <http://www.afb.org/info_document_view.asp?documentid=1232>.

Presidential Task Force on Employment of Adults with Disabilities. (1998). Re-charting the course: First report of the presidential task force on employment of adults with disabilities. Washington, DC.

Examines employment data and other issues regarding the quality of life for adults with disabilities. Available at: <http://www.dol.gov/dol/_sec/public/programs/ptfead/rechart/sat5PTFEADfinalwp-17.htm>.

Raskind, M.H., & Higgins, E.L. (1995). Reflections on ethics, technology, and learning disabilities: Avoiding the consequences of ill-considered action. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 28, 7 (1995 Aug-Sep), 425-438.

Article discusses the larger ethical implications of people who have learning disabilities using assistive technology, including use of different kinds of technology, technological access and other topics.

Raskind, M.H., & Higgins, E.L. (1998). Assistive technology for postsecondary students with learning disabilities: An overview. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 31, 1 (Jan/Feb 1998), 27-40.

Provides an overview of assistive technology as a service to postsecondary students with learning disabilities, reviewing research on its effectiveness and offering recommendations.

Ravandi, T. (2000a). Assistive technology in employment. Paper presented at C-SUN 2000, Los Angeles, CA.

Provides information about legal rights to assistive technology accommodations in the workplace for people with disabilities. Available at: <http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf2000/proceedings/0037Ravandi.html>.

Ravandi, T. (2000b). Assistive technology in special education. Paper presented at C-SUN 2000, Los Angeles, CA.

Provides legal information about assistive technology accommodations for children with disabilities enrolled in special education. Available at: <http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf2000/proceedings/0037Ravandi.html>.

RESNA. (1996). RESNA position statement on managed care. [webpage].

States RESNA's position on managed care. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/resna/newdocs/mancare.htm.>.

RESNA Technical Assistance Project. (1998). Tech Act Projects: Improving access, provision, and funding for assistive technology devices and services. RESNA Technical Assistance Project.

Describes accomplishments of the Tech Act Project by state in improving access, provision, and funding for assistive technology. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/taproject/library/accomplish/acomp99.html>.

RESNA Technical Assistance Project. (1999a). Tech Act Projects: Creating systems change through policies, practices, laws, regulations, procedures, and organizational structures. RESNA Technical Assistance Project.

Describes the legislation and policy change accomplishments of the Tech Act Project by state. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/taproject/library/accomplish/acomp98.html>.

RESNA Technical Assistance Project. (1999b). Use of assistive technology increases among infants and toddlers. The TAP Bulletin. Arlington, VA: RESNA Technical Assistance Project.

Examines the increase in use of assistive technology among infants and toddlers, including tables by state. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/taproject/library/bulletins/feb99.html>.

RESNA Technical Assistance Project (2000a). Update on the use of assistive technology among infants and toddlers. The TAP Bulletin. Arlington, VA: RESNA Technical Assistance Project.

Provides recent data on the use of assistive technology among very young children (2 years and under) including data by state. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/taproject/library/bulletins/current.html>.

RESNA Technical Assistance Project (2000b). Discovering hidden resources: Assistive technology recycling, refurbishing, and redistribution. [webpage]. RESNA.

Provides information and examines issues concerning assistive technology equipment redistribution programs. Available at: <http://www.resna.org/taproject/project/recycling/RMtoc.htm>.

Rhoades, J.A., & Krauss, N.A. (1999). Nursing home trends, 1987 to 1996. Rockville, MD: Agency for Health Care Policy and Research.

Examines changes in the nursing home market and characteristics of the nursing home population from 1987-1996. Available at: <http://meps.ahrq.gov/papers/cb3_99-0032/cb3.pdf>.

Russell, J.N., Hendershot, G.E., LeClere, F., Howie, L.J., & Adler, M. (1997). Trends and differential use of assistive technology devices: United States, 1994. Advance data from vital and health statistics, 292.

Report presents data on annual estimates and statistical trends of the prevalence of use of selected assistive technology devices for vision, hearing, mobility, and orthopedic impairments. Available at: <http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/ad/ad292.pdf>.

Scherer, M.J. (1998). The impact of assistive technology on the lives of people with disabilities. In D.B. Gray, L.A. Quatrano & M.L. Lieberman (Eds.), Designing and using assistive technology. Baltimore: Paul H. Brooks Publishing Company.

Explores the impact of using assistive technology on the quality of life for people with disabilities.

Seelman, K.D. (1998b). Disability's new paradigm: Implications for assistive technology and universal design. National Center for the Dissemination of Disability Research (NCDDR).

Provides an overview of assistive technology in the U.S. and the shift in perspective towards people with disabilities to a new paradigm which emphasizes the ability of disabled individuals. Available at: <http://www.dinf.org/tide98/Nonumber/seelman_katherine.html>.

Sheldon, J.R. (2000). Meeting all the needs of the special education student. National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

A resource for parents and other special education advocates, this report describes sources of AT funding for children and youth, in addition to IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Potential funding sources include Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, Vocational Rehabilitation, Ticket to Work, private insurance, and others. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/spcialed.htm>.

Sheldon, J.R., & Hager, R.M. (1997). Funding of asssitive technology for persons with disabilities. National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

An excellent overview of sources of funding for AT, including Medicaid, Public Schools and State Vocational Rehabilitation. Available at: <http://www.nls.org/wkboklet.htm>.

Sheldon, J.R. & Straube, D.M. (1999). Supplemental Security Income and the family law attorney: Using creative alimony, child support and property settlements to maximize SSI, Medicaid and create funding for assistive technology. National Assistive Technology Project, Neighborhood Legal Services.

Aimed at family law attorneys and advocates, this article provides information about using SSI law and regulations to structure creative settlements to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities, including examples related to AT.

Stapleton, D., Alecxih, L., Barnow, B., Coleman, K., Livermore, G., Lo, G., Lutsky, S., & Zeuschner, A. (1995). An exploratory study of barriers and incentives to improving labor force participation among persons with significant disabilities. Washington, DC: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE).

Study investigates barriers to labor force participation among people with disabilities and incentives to encourage their participation. Available at: <http://aspe.os.dhhs.gov/daltcp/reports/explores.htm>.

Stern, P. & Trefler, E. (1997). An interdisciplinary problem-based learning project for assistive technology education. Assistive Technology, 9, 2, 152-7.

Describes a training model in which students solve AT related problems in interdisciplinary teams, enhancing their experience with "real life" situations and solutions.

Stineman, M.G. (1998). The spheres of self-fulfillment. Designing and using assistive technology. In D.B. Gray, L.A. Quatrano & M.L. Lieberman (Eds.), Designing and using assistive technology. Baltimore: Paul H. Brooks Publishing Company.

Chapter proposes method for quantifying influences of assistive technology on the capacity of people with disabilities to perform activities.

Temkin, T., Kraus, L., Galvin, J., Carlson, B., Hanson, S., Jans, L., Ripple, J., & Samuels, K. (1999). Needs assessment and resource analysis for the Family Center on Technology and Disability: Final report. Berkeley, CA: InfoUse.

Presents results of a needs assessment for technology information and support among families with children with disabilities.

Tomas Rivera Policy Institute. (1998). Closing the digital divide: Enhancing Hispanic participation in the information age. Tomas Rivera Policy Institute (TRPI).

Summarizes results of survey on computer ownership and Internet use among the nation's Hispanic population. Available at: <http://www.cgu.edu/inst/trpi/cddsumm.html>.

Tomita, M.R., Mann, W.C., Fraas, L.F., & Burns, L.L. (1997). Racial differences of frail elders in assistive technology. Assistive Technology, 9, 140-151.

Describes racial differences in the use and ownership of assistive devices between black and white older persons. May be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/rerc-aging/rerca-papers.htm#ART050>.

U.S. Census Bureau. (1998). State and metropolitan area data book 1997-98. Washington, DC: U.S. Bureau of the Census.

Contains background demographic data for state estimates, including SSI, Medicare and Medicaid data, but no specific disability variables. May be ordered at: <http://www.census.gov/mp/www/rom/msrom3cb.html>.

Vanderheiden, G.C., & Vanderheiden, K.R. (1992). Guidelines for the design of consumer products to increase their accessibilty to persons with disabilities or who are aging. Trace Center.

Identifies ways in which standard manufactured consumer products can be made more accessible to people with disabilities. Reports relates statistics on how many people have specific impairments to potential demand for consumer products that accommodate those disabilities. Available at: <http://trace.wisc.edu/docs/consumer_product_guidelines/toc.htm>.

Verbrugge, L.M., Rennert, C., et al. (1997). The great efficacy of personal and ewuipment assistance in reducing disability. American Journal of Public Health, 87, 384-392.

Presents data on use of AT and personal assistance by adults 35 to 90 years, from the NHANES I Epidemiologic Followup Study. AT was found to reduce limitations more than personal assistance, perhaps due to "greater perceived gains when people accomplish the assistance themselves."

Virginia Assistive Technology System. (1998). Assistive technology in the student's Individualized Education Program: A handbook for parents and school personnel. Virginia Assistive Technology System.

A resource on AT in the schools, aimed at students, parents, teachers, adminstrators, and advocates. Presents information on AT, Individual Education Plans, funding strategies, and other related topics. Available at: <http://www.vats.org/publications.htm>.

Waddell, C.D. (1999). The growing digital divide in access for people with disabilities: Overcoming barriers to participation in the digital economy. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Commerce.

Addresses the impact of barriers in access to the digital economy for people with disabilities.

Wehmeyer, M.L. (1998). National survey of the use of assistive technology by adults with mental retardation. Mental Retardation, 36, 1, 44-51.

Article presents results of a survey on AT use by people with mental retardation, conducted by the Arc. Use of AT was found to be very low, and suggestions were made to address availability and cost barriers.

Yang, J.J., Mann, W.C., Nochajski, S., & Tomita, M.R. (1997). Use of assistive devices among elders with cognitive impairment: A follow-up study. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, 13, 2, 13-31.

Presents results of a study to determine the long-term impacts of AT on 10 older people with cognitive impairments. May be ordered at: <http://cat.buffalo.edu/Catalog/products/itm00075.htm>.