Enabling Technology
Enabling Technology is an innovative way to support people within their home, around their community, and at their work to become more self-sufficient using various off-the-shelf and customized devices, person-centered methods, and remote support technology solutions. Enabling Technology is defined as equipment and/or methodologies that, alone or in combination with associated technologies, provide the means to support individuals’ increased independence in their homes, communities, and/or workplaces. When utilized in a person-centered manner, these technologies have a substantial influence on how Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) can assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a more natural, non-segregated environment in order to promote independence, personal development, and additional opportunities for self-determination.
The Enabling Technology Program is available to any person already enrolled in 1915(c) waivers, Employment and Community First (ECF) CHOICES, or CHOICES long-term services and supports programs.
DDA Enabling Technology Webpage
https://www.tn.gov/disability-and-aging/disability-aging-programs/enabling-technology.html
If you are interested in learning more about Enabling Technology or would like to add Enabling Technology services to your support plan, please contact your Service Coordinator for more information. You may also contact the DDA Enabling Technology program by sending an email to DDA.Enabling.Technology@tn.
