Communication (e.g., AAC devices for nonverbal children)
Assistive Technology Funding
Bridging the Gap
Assistive Technology
Bridging the Gap: Why Assistive Technology Funding Matters for Families — and How Trust The Journey Can Help
For children living with disabilities or medically complex conditions, the right tools can make all the difference. Assistive technology (AT) — from speech-generating devices and adaptive seating to specialized communication software and mobility aids — is not just equipment; it’s a lifeline to learning, connection, and independence.
Yet for many families, accessing the right technology is a financial and emotional burden.
What Is Assistive Technology?
Assistive technology refers to any device, equipment, or software designed to help individuals with disabilities perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible. For children, AT can support:
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Mobility (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, adaptive strollers)
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Learning (e.g., speech-to-text tools, sensory aids, specialized tablets)
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Daily living (e.g., adaptive utensils, personal care technology)
These tools create accessibility for all children, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities — but only if families can afford them.
The Funding Challenge
Unfortunately, adaptive technology funding is often complicated and insufficient. Many families face:
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Insurance denials for essential AT devices
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Long delays for public funding approval
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Out-of-pocket expenses that exceed their financial means
This leaves parents choosing between financial hardship or going without critical resources their child needs to thrive.
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How Trust The Journey Is Helping
At Trust The Journey, we believe accessibility for all children isn’t a privilege — it’s a right. That’s why our nonprofit is committed to providing financial assistance to families who need help accessing functional aids and other essential services. Through donations and community support, our General Fund helps cover:
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Supportive tools not covered by insurance
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Adaptive equipment and communication devices
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Therapy tools that enhance independence
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Technology that enables inclusion at school and in the community
By supporting our mission, you're helping children receive the tools they need to communicate, move, learn, and grow — unlocking potential that would otherwise remain out of reach.
Why It Matters
Every child deserves the chance to participate fully in life, school, and play. Adaptive technology can be the bridge to those opportunities — but only if the financial barriers are removed. When you donate to or sponsor Trust The Journey, you're not just giving funds — you're giving a child access to:
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A voice.
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Ad classroom.
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A playground.
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TA future.
