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Assistive Technology Access Across AmericaHelping People With Disabilities Access Technology That Supports Greater Independence
The federal Assistive Technology Act supports a nationwide network of programs that help individuals with disabilities learn about, evaluate, access, and acquire assistive technology.
Find Your State AT Program Learn About Carebidet
``` What Is the Assistive Technology Act?
Assistive technology can play an important role in helping people with disabilities live more safely, independently, and with greater dignity. Federal legislation created and continues to support a nationwide network of State Assistive Technology Programs.
```Awareness
Helping individuals, families, professionals, and caregivers understand assistive technologies that may improve daily life.
Access
State programs may provide demonstrations, device loans, reuse programs, training, consultations, and other services.
Acquisition
Some states also help individuals acquire technology through alternative financing or low-interest assistive technology loan programs.
``` A Brief History of the Assistive Technology Act
Federal support for assistive technology has evolved over several decades, with an increasing emphasis on helping people with disabilities directly access the technologies that support independence, participation, and quality of life.
```1988The Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act established federal support for state-level assistive technology initiatives.
1998Congress enacted the Assistive Technology Act, strengthening the national framework for improving access to assistive technology.
2004Major amendments emphasized statewide programs and direct access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities.
2022The 21st Century Assistive Technology Act continued and modernized federal support for State Assistive Technology Programs.
``` Find the Assistive Technology Program in Your State
Every state operates its own Assistive Technology Program, and the services available can differ from state to state. The AT3 Center maintains a national directory where individuals and families can locate their state's program and contact information.
View the National State AT Program Directory → `````` Carebidet & Assistive Technology
The Carebidet is an automated in-bed toileting care system designed to support individuals who have significant mobility limitations and may require assistance with toileting.
By automatically detecting, removing, washing, and drying following urinary or bowel elimination, the Carebidet can help reduce the need for repeated transfers to a toilet, bedside commode, bedpan, or traditional brief-changing routine.
Existing Toileting Care Solutions vs. Carebidet
Carebidet is designed as an automated in-bed toileting care platform that manages multiple stages of the toileting process within one integrated system.
Traditional CareAssisted CareAutomated CareAssist to ToiletAdult BriefChuck / UnderpadBed PanPureWick®Condom CatheterIndwelling CatheterConnected DiaperCarebidet®
Complete SolutionWhat Matters at the Bedside Assist to Toilet Adult Briefs Chucks Bed Pan PureWick® Condom Catheter Indwelling Catheter Connected Diaper Carebidet® Manages urine — ● — — ✓ ✓ ✓ ● ✓ Manages bowel movements ● ● ● ● — — — — ✓ Washes the patient after elimination — ● — — — — — — ✓ Dries the patient after cleaning — ● — — — — — — ✓ Works without repositioning ● ● — ● ● ● ● ● ✓ Helps protect against skin breakdown from stool ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ✓ Runs overnight without a manual change ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ✓ What the caregiver still does by hand Transfer, clean, wash, dry Change, clean, wash, dry, dispose Change underpad frequently Position, empty, clean Change canister, check system Apply, change, skin care Insert and monitor Care after alert Little to nothing Traditional Care — Manual & Multi-StepCaregiver Enters Room→Transfer / Reposition→Contain Waste→Dispose→Wash→Clean→RepeatCarebidet® — Automated & IntegratedPatient Remains in Bed→Detect→Remove→Wash→Dry→DoneWhy Carebidet Is DifferentUnlike existing products that typically address only one part of toileting care, Carebidet is designed to automatically detect, remove, wash, and dry after both urinary and bowel elimination— helping reduce caregiver burden while supporting dignity, cleanliness, and healthier skin.
For individuals with disabilities and the people who care for them, this can create meaningful functional, safety, caregiving, and quality-of-life benefits.
```Greater independence and dignityReduced caregiver dependency for routine toileting careReduced exposure to urinary and fecal wasteReduced nighttime transfers and associated fall riskReduced physical demands on family and professional caregiversSupport for safely remaining in the home``` ✓ Growing National Assistive Technology AccessStates Where Carebidet Has Been Acknowledged as Assistive Technology
COHealth is working with State Assistive Technology Programs throughout the United States to educate these organizations about the Carebidet and determine how it may support residents with disabilities.
Select a state below to learn more about its Assistive Technology Program and financing options that may be available.
Florida ✓ Carebidet Acknowledged
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST)
FAAST is Florida's statewide Assistive Technology Act Program and provides resources designed to help Floridians with disabilities learn about, access, and acquire assistive technology.
FAAST has acknowledged Carebidet as Assistive Technology for Daily Living.
Qualified Florida residents may also have access to assistive technology financing through FAAST's financial loan resources.
Visit FAASTPayments may start as low as$261per month*Arizona ✓ Carebidet Acknowledged
Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP)
AzTAP is Arizona's statewide Assistive Technology Act Program and provides assistive technology information, demonstrations, device access, training, and related resources.
Carebidet has been acknowledged as an Assistive Technology within Arizona's assistive technology ecosystem.
Arizona residents may also be able to access low-interest assistive technology financing through the Arizona Loans for Assistive Technology program.
Visit AzTAPPayments may start as low as$248per month** Financing illustration: Florida payment approximately $261/month for 60 months at 5.5% interest. Arizona payment approximately $248/month for 60 months at 4.5% interest. Financing is subject to program eligibility, credit approval, applicable lending requirements, and current program terms. Interest rates, loan terms, eligibility requirements, and payments may change. Contact the applicable State Assistive Technology Program or financing provider for current information.`````` More States Coming Soon COHealth is actively engaging with Assistive Technology Programs throughout the United States. Check back as additional states and assistive technology access pathways are added.
`````` Could Carebidet Help You or Someone You Care For?
Our team can help you learn more about Carebidet and identify assistive technology resources that may be available in your state.
Learn More About Carebidet Find Your State AT Program ```