Regional Demo Center: Central Florida
FAAST located at Tampa General Rehabilitation Center
Contact: Nancy Mashberg
Tampa General Rehabilitation Center
6 Tampa General Circle Room 214
Tampa, FL 33606
PH: (813) 844-7591
TDD: (813) 844-7767
Fax: (813) 844-4128
Email:faastcen@tgh.org
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
A film about locked-in syndrome followed by a panel discussion of experts
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 6:00 to 9:30 p.m.
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New at FAAST Central
Come see the new products at the FAAST Central Regional Demonstration Center ...
SCI Awareness Month
In recognition of SCI Awareness Month, FAAST Central is highlighting a variety of AT devices that can improve quality of life for individuals living with a Spinal Cord Injury. Read more...
Come See What You’re Missing!
If you haven’t visited the
Click here to see our Come See What You're Missing Video
Autism Awareness Month
FAAST Central is combining recognition of Autism Awareness Month and the use of everyday technologies to promote quality of life for those living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Read more...
Click here to see our Social Stories Video
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FAAST CENTRAL CENTER Celebrates National Family Caregivers Month with AT Solutions
We join in celebrating the contributions of caregivers across the country who provide support and comfort to their family members with a disability. Read more...
Annette's Success Story
Annette is a 14 year old girl with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. For years, Annette’s parents have tried to find an efficient computer access method for her. This quest has been made more difficult by the limited assistive technology services available to them...
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A True FAAST Fan
by Judith Schiavo, M.S., CCC-SLP
When we were first introduced to four year old Eli in 2006, he was just beginning to access the adaptive toys and communication devices made available through the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) Central Regional Center Toy Library in Tampa. Eli had initially been diagnosed with severe developmental delay and cortical blindness. His trunk and motor control had been severely affected. At that time, the first device chosen for his use was a “Talking Bubble,” a bright blue dome shaped toy with a diameter of approximately 10 inches.
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Adapted Toy Lending Library
Play serves a critical role in child development, and toys are the child’s tools for learning. Adapted toys make the world of play accessible to children with all disabilities.
Families residing in the Central Florida Region can take advantage of our Adaptive Toy Lending Library. A one-year membership will enable a family or non-profit agency the opportunity to use the library on an unlimited basis for a full year. Toys and switches that operate toys can be borrowed on a 30 day trial basis. Two toys, plus any needed switches, can be borrowed at one time. One month renewal is possible if there is no one waiting.
The fee for families is $15; the fee for non-profit agencies is $40. Check out our toy inventory catalog!