Beginning Monday, September 12th, Easterseals Iowa will begin construction to resurface the main parking lot.

For the first two days, September 12th and 13th, the main entrance from NE 66th will be inaccessible. Please enter camp through the back entrance off NE 8th Court.

Please make plans to inform your clients, guardians, or any visitors you may have on site during this time.

The remainder of the week, September 14th-16th, the back half of the parking lot will be inaccessible. This is the area towards the tree line. All week, parking will be impacted at our main office. Employees will be encouraged to park along Lake Cheerio like we do for many events, there will be limited space available.

I appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we make this much needed improvement to our facilities!

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Easterseals Iowa Assistive Technology Program

  • The Assistive Technology Program supports Iowans in finding and using the assistive technology (AT) they need for their daily lives.
  • Assistive technology is any tool, device, piece of equipment, software, or system that helps a person do a task more easily. It doesn’t matter if the tool is big or small, expensive or cheap, simple or advanced. If it helps someone access, participate, or be more independent, it counts as assistive technology.
  • We serve all ages in all areas of Iowa. This includes aging Iowans and those Iowans with disabilities and special needs. Any individual experiencing a need or their support team can reach out to us.
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Featured Services

For a person with a disability, access to appropriate assistive technology can mean a more independent, productive life. But how does one go about understanding what is needed, how to obtain it, and how to finance it? The Easterseals Iowa Assistive Technology Program will help walk all Iowans through this learning curve. Services offered include:

Information & Consultations

Personalized, one on one guidance from AT Specialists.

Demonstration Center
& Lending Library

Hands on demonstrations and opportunities to borrow devices for short term trials.

AT Marketplace

A resource for purchasing gently used AT and equipment at reduced cost.

Durable Medical Equipment

Access to refurbished mobility and medical equipment.

Education & Training

Workshops, presentations, and skill-building opportunities.

Online Training

Self‑paced digital learning tools
- including Digital Accessibility.

Rural Solutions

In home and community based AT support for Iowans living in rural areas.

Recent Stories & Resources

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Meta Smart Glasses Grant Program

Curious how Meta Smart Glasses could support greater independence in everyday life? Through a grant-funded program, Easterseals Iowa is giving eligible Iowans with disabilities and persons who are older the opportunity to explore Meta Smart Glasses through hands-on trials, training, and support from an Assistive Technology Specialist. Learn how this....
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Birding Is for Everyone Discovering Nature Without Barriers

What if birding was designed with access in mind from the start? Birdability is helping people of all abilities enjoy birds, nature, and community through accessible bird outings in Iowa City. With paved paths, adaptive tools, flexible participation, and a welcoming group, these free events make it easier for everyone....
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IAble: Saving for the Moments that Matter

What if you could save money without worrying about losing your benefits? IAble, Iowa’s Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) plan, helps make that possible. ABLE accounts are made for people with disabilities and let you save money while keeping Medicaid, SSI, and other important supports. You can use IAble....
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Turning Down the World – A Sensory Lifeline

Ever wish you could turn down the volume of the world? Crowded streets, constant chatter, and sensory overload can make even the most exciting experiences exhausting. Discover how one simple tool transformed overwhelming noise into calm focus and gave me control. If you’ve ever craved a way to quiet the....
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Finding a Way to Steady My Hands: My Journey with Steadi-3

Ever tried to drink from a cup or click a mouse, and your hands just wouldn’t stop shaking? That’s what life feels like with hand tremors. Simple tasks—like eating, typing, or holding a glass—can seem impossible. I know because I live with tremors, and for years I searched for something....
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The Funnel That Saved Our Mornings

Ever tried getting thick socks, swollen ankles, and stubborn shoes to cooperate—all while racing the clock to make an appointment? If you’re a caregiver, you know the struggle is real. No matter how well you plan, the unexpected always shows up. But what if one simple tool could turn a....

Living Life to the Fullest

Meet Assistive Technology Client, Shantel Martin

I was introduced to the Easterseals Iowa Assistive Technology Center by Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Access to the Lending Library has been a life changing experience for me. It has given me that self-sufficiency that I didn’t have, nor that I knew I was really lacking or needing. The devices that I was able to take home and use have changed my life for the better - I have more freedoms. I have more energy even because I’m not struggling to find a way to do things. The Assistive Technology Center and the devices are wonderful. I feel completely blessed to have this place. And I am grateful for the changes that assistive technology and the team here have had on my life.
Shantel Martin
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