Technical Assistance, Petersburg (Resources for Independent Living, Inc.)

Mission:
Resources for Independent Living, Inc. (RIL) is dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing technical assistance and promoting independent living through access to assistive technology and related resources.

Services Provided

• Technical Assistance: Offers training, public awareness, and general technical assistance for consumers in need of assistive technology.
• Assistive Technology Guidance: Provides information and support on devices, services, and funding resources for assistive technology. Examples include:
• Communication devices (voice output devices, large-button telephones, speech amplifiers)
• Organizational aids (pocket organizers, medication organizers)
• Sensory enhancers (text magnifiers, speech synthesizers)
• Environmental controls (special switches, doorbells with flashing lights)
• Mobility devices (scooters, walkers)
• Self-care items (adaptive utensils, toileting assists, lift and transfer equipment)
• Facility Accessibility Surveys: Conducts surveys of homes, schools, offices, churches, and other buildings to determine the most economical and efficient methods to make facilities universally accessible.
• Information and Advocacy: Provides information on determining appropriate devices and services, funding options, and individual rights related to assistive technology.

Who Is Served

• Individuals with disabilities seeking to increase, maintain, or improve their functional capabilities through assistive technology.
• The general community, including organizations and facilities seeking to improve accessibility.

Service Area

• While based in Petersburg, the organization serves a broad region and is accessible to residents of Louisa County and surrounding areas who require assistive technology support.

Eligibility

• General eligibility applies; specific requirements are not detailed in the provided content.

Additional Information

• RIL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
• Services include both direct support to individuals and technical assistance to organizations and facilities.