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The Maine CITE Partners, known as the Assistive Technology Consortia, includes the following Maine organizations (in alphabetical order):
is an independent, professional organization whose goal is to strongly influence quality teaching and learning in Maine through the effective use of technology. ACTEM provides relevant professional development opportunities and resources, and aids schools through its group-purchasing consortium.
is a nationally recognized center that provides training, consultations, and technical assistance in the areas of assistive technology, specialized software, Web accessibility, and universal design in education.
Directed by people with disabilities, the organization is committed to being a leading enterprise providing the community with information, services and products that create opportunities for people with disabilities to live independently. Alpha One can offer assistance and provide information about assistive technology through a number of programs. Services: Statewide information and referral; peer support; independent living assessment, AT financing; benefits counseling; adapted driver assessment; public policy development.
provides the very best in assistive technology training, consultation and support. Whether you need to learn how to best use a screen reader, or screen magnification program, a counselor requiring training for a client, or an organization wishing to ensure that your technology infrastructure remains accessible, we can help.
Provides information about assistive technology and advocates for applicants and clients of Vocational Rehabilitation and Independent Living Services. Supports the development of state agency policy, procedure and staff training as it relates to assistive technology.
is Maine's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). CCIDS serves as a link between the University of Maine and the community through a broad range of interdisciplinary education, research, community service, and dissemination activities. The Center's work incorporates the principles of inclusion, diversity, universal design and access, and social justice related to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities of all ages.
Provides legal and other advocacy services for people with disabilities. Services can include assistance in obtaining necessary financial support or reimbursement for assistive technology through representation in legal or administrative appeals.
works to bring about full access to employment, independence and community integration for Maine people with disabilities. Working with its partners in the Maine Department of Labor's CareerCenter and the rehabilitation community, the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) works with persons with disabilities through its three primary service provision units: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DBVI) and the Division of Deafness (DoD).
has focused on Maine's blind and visually impaired since 1905, helping thousands of people meet the challenges of vision loss. We design our range of services and programs to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual.
is a nonprofit organization that serves people in Maine who are D/deaf, late-deafened or hard-of-hearing by providing resources, advocating for social equality, and helping the general public to better understand and appreciate Deaf culture and effective ways of communication. We are members of the Deaf community, friends and supporters that people who are D/deaf or hard-of-hearing can depend on.
is staffed by rehabilitation professionals who have provided adaptive technology services to over 1,000 individuals within the state of Maine. With Master's Degrees in Special Education, and Certifications in Low Vision Therapy, Rehabilitation Teaching and Orientation and Mobility, the staff of Mainely Access Inc. brings the highest level of professionalism to the services we provide.
is a statewide organization that provides information, advocacy, education, and training to benefit all children. They promote individual aspirations and community inclusion for people with disabilities. MPF is a private non-profit organization that provides information, support and training to parents and professionals through numerous grant funded projects.
Provides low-interest financing to buy AT devices, access modifications at home and business.
helps people in Maine with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives. Too often, people with disabilities feel left out, even isolated. With the help of Pine Tree Society, they're not alone! We share a spirit of innovation and desire to discover new ways to break down barriers that many find insurmountable. It started as a bold new idea in 1936 and it continues every day. Whether it's a child discovering her first best friend at Pine Tree Camp or an adult finding his voice with customized assistive technology, Pine Tree Society changes lives.
TEC is currently closed and not accepting any requests for services. For Equipment Loan and Demonstrations, please visit one of the other Partners on this page.
The Kalikow Curriculum Materials Center (KCMC) is a free resource for assistive technology (AT) for faculty, students, professionals within the community, individuals with disabilities, and their families. The Center provides information about assistive technology, how to use and evaluate various devices. Visitors can view AT equipment and preview specialized software and computer adaptations. The assistive technology is organized by curriculum area to support students with disabilities in meeting high academic standards. Many of the materials consist of inexpensive modifications and supports to regular classroom materials.
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The Association of Computer Technology Educators of Maine (ACTEM) 
ALLTech
AlphaOne
AT Maine
C.A.R.E.S. Inc. 
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation - The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services 
IRIS Network
Mainely Access
Maine Parent Federation (MPF)
Pine Tree Society
Technical Exploration Center (TEC) at Husson University
University of Maine at Farmington
