Resources

Utah Resources for People with Disabilities

There are many resources in Utah for people with disabilities.  Below is a list of resources which may meet your needs for advocacy, assistive technology, healthcare, housing, mental health, Social Security and more.  In addition to those listed here, check out Work Ability Utah http://www.workabilityutah.org/ for even more, including information about employment.

ADVOCACY

LCPD (Legislative Coalition for People with Disabilities)

http://www.lcpdut.org/

The Legislative Coalition for People with Disabilities advocates for Utah public policy for people with disabilities. The LCPD is made up of individuals with disabilities, their families, advocacy groups, providers, professionals, and agencies.

Disability Law Center

http://www.disabilitylawcenter.org/

Phone:  (800) 662-9080 Toll Free

Designated as the Protection and Advocacy agency for the state of Utah to protect the rights of people with disabilities in Utah.

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Utah Center for Assistive Technology

http://ucat.usor.utah.gov/

Phone:  (801) 887-9380

U.C.A.T. is the statewide resource for Assistive Technology information, equipment review, assessment and modification, and the exploration of assistive technology funding options. Our Visions and Values can be summed up with six words: Teamwork, Innovation, Expertise, Excellence, Respect, and Accountability.

Utah Assistive Technology Program

http://www.uatpat.org/

Phone:  (800) 524-5152 Toll Free

Serving individuals with disabilities of all ages in Utah and the intermountain region, by providing AT devices and services, and training to university students, parents, children with disabilities and professional service providers about AT. We coordinate our services with community organizations and others who provide independence-related support to individuals with disabilities.

COMMUNITY INFORMATION AND REFERRAL

Work Ability Utah

http://www.workabilityutah.org/