TRAID

 The TRAID (Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities) Program lends assistive technology equipment to anyone in our five-county service area at no cost.  Loans are typically 30 to 60 days depending on need.   We have a variety of equipment and technology to help with all types of disabilities. 

The loan closet is open Monday through Friday, from 10 am to 4 pm.  Appointments are required for services. For the foreseeable future, TRAID will be doing all equipment pick-ups and drop-offs curbside at the STIC building.  There are limited instances in which deliveries and pick-ups can be arranged, but are not always available.  TRAID accepts donations of equipment provided there is a need and the items are in working order.

In addition to loaning items, TRAID can also give demonstrations of the use of assistive technology, give trainings and presentations to groups, and provide information and referrals.

Equipment available for loan from TRAID includes:

Adapted Toys and Switches

Communication Devices

Computer / Peripherals / Software / Hardware

Devices for people who are blind/ Visually Impaired

Devices for Deaf / Hard of Hearing

Environmental Control Units

Mobility Aids

Personal Care Aids

Seating / Positioning Devices

Sensory Integration Aids

Switches

Eligibility – Anyone who lives in our five-county region is eligible for TRAID services.  No prescription, referral, payment, or documentation is required to borrow equipment from our loan closet. 

Service Area

The TRAID program at STIC covers anyone living in the following counties: Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga.

If you or someone you know lives outside of those five counties, we can help you find the TRAID program in other areas.

Other Relevant Information

Could include links to referral forms, documents, etc.

TRAID in the state of New York: https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/traid-program

Contact Information

Assistive Technology Specialist

Phone: (607) 724-2111 ex. 359

Email:  traid@stic-cil.org