About FAAST

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Our Mission is to improve the quality of life for all Floridians with disabilities through advocacy and awareness activities that increase access to and acquisition of assistive services and technology.

FAAST was created in 1992 to provide consumer responsive, technology-related assistance and services for Floridians with disabilities of all ages. In 1994, we became a not for profit corporation governed by a Board of Directors. 51% of the Board membership must be composed of persons with a disability or a caregiver to a person with a disability.

We value each individual’s right to achieve their highest potential and the possibilities that can be realized through collaborative efforts focused on the goal of improving life for Floridians with and without disabilities.

FAAST has worked with thousands of people with and without disabilities throughout the state to provide:

• Hands on assistive technology demonstrations and trainings
• Financing for assistive technology purchases
• Assistive device lending programs
• Community outreach to rural and underserved groups
• Accessible, affordable housing
• Advocacy and education on consumer choice

Focus on advocacy FAAST helped institute policy changes through state government during the 2005 Legislative Session. Following a statewide effort mobilized by FAAST and several supporters, the Florida Senate and House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation that requires the establishment of interagency agreements to ensure that assistive technology remains with a student as he/she progresses through the education to work continuum.

FAAST works with consumers, family members, caregivers, providers and agencies to ensure that individuals with disabilities continue to benefit from assistive technology as they move between home, school, work and the community. 
                                                              

FAAST is a non-profit organization funded by the US Department of Education through the Assistive Technology Act of 2004, Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), private foundations and individuals.