Prosthetics Program

The APVA Prosthetics Program was created in 1995 to ensure that all SCI/D individuals living in the state of Arizona who are underserved, low income or have inadequate insurance coverage would receive immediate assistance in obtaining durable medical equipment, (DME) which includes, but is not limited to wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, shower benches, shower chairs, crutches and standing frames as well as sports chairs. No matter what age a person with SCI/D is, without DME they become physically and psychologically depressed, due to an inability to get out and interact with others. This program strives to prevent their loss of independence.

Equipment is donated from every conceivable source, then stored in a small warehouse behind our office space, where staff members and volunteers keep inventory, refurbish and repair the DME and do pick-ups and deliveries.

This program has also been successful in making a collaborative effort with an at-risk youth group, Vested Interest, who volunteers their time in tear-down, cleaning, assembling and taking inventory of the donated DME. Through this program, the APVA provides mentors who work with at-risk youth, teaching them life skills and increasing their self-esteem.

The Arizona Technology Access Program
A Statewide, Phoenix-Based Program of Northern Arizona University's Institute for Human Development

The Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP) was created in 1994 and operates under the mandate of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 as amended (P.L. 108-364). AzTAP is funded by the US Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration, Grant Award # H 224A060003.

Equipment Reutilization – Arizona Assistive Technology Exchange (AzATEX)
AzTAP operates an online equipment exchange program that posts equipment for sale or donation. We offer a connection between people who want to sell assistive with those who want to buy items. Contact our office for hard copy information about available items.

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