The Cerebral Palsy Association Of Chester County

What is the Computer Telecommunications Project?
Who is eligible?
What are the costs?
Do I have to be computer literate?
Where does the agency obtain the computers?
What can I do on-line?
How do I participate or donate equipment?

What is the Computer Telecommunications Project?

The program provides individuals with physical disabilities and their families with computers and training to allow them to use the internet and other community on-line services. top of page

Who is eligible?

You should meet a few :

• Physically disabled adults living in their own homes who would like to communicate with others are provided an introduction to the computer and Internet.
• Families of young children with disabilities who would like to network with other families with similar circumstances.
• Chester County Resident (include metro. pottstown area)

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What are the costs?

Depending on what the client already owns, the agency can supply at no cost to the client, computers, modems, printers, software, accessories and adaptive items. Client is responsible for Internet subscription costs.

Training free..mention ccil.

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Do I have to be Computer Literate?

No. The agency has hired a full time trainer to work with clients in their homes to teach the basics of writing, reading and sending messages via the Internet.

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Where does the agency obtain the computers?

The agency has been receiving donated computers which are still in working order from individuals and companies who have upgraded their systems and would like to have their older equipment put to good use.

The agency can provide receipts for tax purposes and if necessary, will pick up the donated equipment if located within a reasonable distance.

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What can I do on-line?

There are a variety of chat rooms and groups where you can discuss or just read others' discussions on thousands of different subjects, subscribe to news groups to meet others who can offer support and resources on all topics, including disabilities.

On the subject of disability, there are a number of informational sources and on-line support groups. The Cerebral Palsy Association of Chester County has a web-site where the agency can be contacted about cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities 24 hours a day.

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How can I participate or donate equipment?

If you or someone you know would like to participate in the program or donate a working PC, please contact:

Jon Tate
Computer Technology Coordinator
1-800-559-CCDS or 610-524-5850
E-mail: jtate@ccdisability.org