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That money can go to services such as specialized instruction, classroom aides and assistive technology.
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Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Mosko Barros works with families whose kids have an individualized education program, known as an IEP, which details needed services such as speech therapy, counseling or assistive technology.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
The goal is to make robotic guide dogs a practical assistive tool in daily life, combining mobility support with intelligent communication.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Apr. 2026
The Vacaville Police Department noted that while newer vehicles may include assistive driving features, those systems are no substitute for a sober, alert driver.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2026
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Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Mosko Barros works with families whose kids have an individualized education program, known as an IEP, which details needed services such as speech therapy, counseling or assistive technology.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
The goal is to make robotic guide dogs a practical assistive tool in daily life, combining mobility support with intelligent communication.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Apr. 2026
The Vacaville Police Department noted that while newer vehicles may include assistive driving features, those systems are no substitute for a sober, alert driver.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2026
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“Assistive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/assistive. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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assistive
adjective
as·sist·ive
ə-ˈsis-tiv 
: providing aid or assistance
specifically
: designed or intended to assist a disabled person in performing an activity, task, or function especially in an independent manner
assistive technology
Assistive devices help with the performance of daily activities. Most familiar are canes, crutches, and walkers. Other examples of simple assistive devices are raised toilet seats and firm pillows placed under the seats of chairs to help people with hip or knee arthritis to rise from a sitting position. —Simeon Margolis, The Johns Hopkins White Pages
Simeon Margolis, The Johns Hopkins White Pages With some assistive devices, the visually impaired can do a variety of office jobs, using computers and telephones. —Eric Aasen, The Dallas Morning News
Eric Aasen, The Dallas Morning News Assistive technology (AT) by its very nature consists of a variety of personal and customized tools for multiple learning styles and physical challenges. —Kelly Ahrens, Learning & Leading with Technology
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