Technology That Supports Independence and Inclusion.

UCP of Western Massachusetts connects individuals, families, schools, service providers, and community partners with assistive technology (AT) resources that help people with disabilities live, learn, work, and participate more independently.

Assistive technology includes a wide range of tools, devices, equipment, and strategies designed to reduce barriers and support everyday life. Solutions can be as simple as a no-tech or low-tech strategy or as advanced as a high-tech device. AT can support communication, mobility, vision, learning, emotional regulation, safety, time management, medication reminders, cooking, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living.

Who We Help

Our assistive technology programs support children and adults with disabilities, as well as the people and organizations who support them. We work with:

· Individuals and families
· Caregivers and support teams
· Students, educators, and schools
· Healthcare and human service providers
· Employers and employment support professionals
· Senior centers and community organizations
· Other professionals and community partners across Massachusetts

Through personalized, referral-based evaluations, our team works with each individual and their support network to understand their goals, routines, and challenges. We then identify practical and creative technology solutions that can help increase independence, build confidence, strengthen functional skills, and improve participation at home, school, work, and in the community.

Our Assistive Technology Programs

Assistive Technology Evaluations

UCP provides personalized assistive technology evaluations through programs funded by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and MassAbility. Our team evaluates an individual’s needs and goals, recommends appropriate technology and strategies, and provides support to help put those solutions into practice.

Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC)

UCP of Western Massachusetts hosts MassAbility’s Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC) at locations in Pittsfield and Springfield. The ATRC gives individuals, families, and professionals an opportunity to explore and try assistive technology before making a decision.

Through device demonstrations, loans, and hands-on training, visitors can discover technology that may support communication, mobility, learning, safety, daily living, and greater independence.

UCP Assistive Technology Roadshow

Want to explore assistive technology in your own community? UCP can bring AT directly to schools, healthcare providers, senior centers, community organizations, and outreach programs through our Assistive Technology Roadshow.

The Roadshow provides hands-on demonstrations of practical technology solutions and helps communities across the Commonwealth discover tools that can make everyday activities more accessible and manageable.

UCP Reuse Program

UCP’s provides free, gently used, durable home medical equipment (DME) and assistive technology (AT) throughout Massachusetts to people with disabilities and seniors. Thanks to the generosity of others in our community who donate usable equipment for reuse. We encourage people who take part in this program to return the durable medical equipment if they no longer need it.

This environmentally conscious program accepts donations of gently used durable medical equipment, that would otherwise end up in a landfill. The program cleans and refurbishes the equipment and offers items to people in Massachusetts. Durable medical equipment includes power and manual wheelchairs, sling lifts, scooters, walkers, standers, rollators and more.

Home Assistive Technology

UCP of Western Massachusetts contracts with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to provide assistive technology evaluations, equipment recommendations, and training for individuals with disabilities throughout Massachusetts.

Our individual based AT services are designed to reduce barriers and create greater opportunities in home and community. Solutions can support individuals with mobility, learning, communication, emotional, visual, and hearing needs and help people maximize their functional abilities in their daily routines and home.

Work Assistive Technology

UCP of Western Massachusetts contract with MassAbility Career Services Technology Division to provide assistive technology evaluations, equipment recommendations, and training for individuals with disabilities throughout Massachusetts.

Our employment-focused AT services are designed to reduce barriers and create greater opportunities in education, training, and employment. Solutions can support individuals with mobility, learning, communication, emotional, visual, and hearing needs and help people maximize their functional abilities in the workplace.

Training and Technical Support

Finding the right technology is only part of the process. UCP provides hands-on training and technical support to help individuals, caregivers, and support teams understand how to use assistive technology effectively in everyday routines. Through our AT Membership Program.

Equipment and Lending Resources

UCP connects people with additional equipment and technology resources, including:

· REquipment: Access to a durable medical equipment (DME) library in partnership with Requipment, Inc. UCP offered gently used AT and DME devices to individuals across the state.
· Feigenbaum Sensory Assistive Technology Loan Library: Opportunities to borrow and explore sensory assistive technology devices

These lending resources allow individuals to try equipment and technology that may help meet their needs before making a long-term commitment.

Berkshire Talking Chronicle

UCP also provides access to a radio reading service through Berkshire Talking Chronicle, broadcast on WRRS 104.3 LPFM, helping provide greater access to information for individuals who benefit from an accessible audio format.

Explore What’s Possible

Assistive technology is not one-size-fits-all. The right solution can be a simple strategy, a piece of equipment, or an innovative device—but the goal is always the same: to reduce barriers and help people do more of what matters to them.

Whether you’re an individual looking for a solution, a family member supporting a loved one, a professional exploring options, or a community organization interested in bringing AT to your audience, UCP can help you explore what’s possible.