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

 

Position Opening at FAAST Central Demonstration Center!

 

Assistive Technology Program Specialist

 

Maintains assistive technology/computer lab for FAAST Central Demonstration Center at TGH. Responsible for learning and setting up all assistive technology devices, adapted equipment and software, and training users including individuals with disabilities, family members and professionals. Excellent computer, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills a must. Background experience with Assistive Technology is highly desirable.

 

https://apply.tgh.org/Positions.asp?sessionId=877594455&Search=faast

 

 

   

New Product Highlight at FAAST Central Regional Demonstration Center! 

 

Many visitors to our Center are falling in love with the features and benefits of the iPad. One of the drawbacks for some, however, has been the built in on-screen keyboard. Read more...

 

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 FAAST Central Demonstration Center in a while, chances are you’re missing a lot of new assistive technology that can help! Read more...

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

 

Click here to see our How To Cueing Video

 

 

 

   

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!

Adapted Toy Catalog