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Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation

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Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF), a leading statewide nonprofit, is in search
of an experienced CEO. Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities and older
Pennsylvanians by providing education, financing opportunities, and advocacy for acquiring
assistive technology (AT) devices and services. PATF is seeking an energetic and hands-on leader
who can manage and grow a multi-faceted organization.

About PATF:
Founded in 1998, PATF is Pennsylvania’s designated Alternative Financing Program (AFP) under the
federal Assistive Technology Act. In 2012, we achieved state accreditation and federal
certification as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), making us a pioneer in
impacting low-wealth communities. In 2021 PATF established the Appalachian Assistive
Technology Loan Fund (AATLF), a subsidiary focusing on expanding microfinancing opportunities in
the Appalachian region.

Location: Our office is in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The CEO is expected to have a presence in
our King of Prussia office.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about our mission and possess the leadership qualities to
achieve results, we invite you to apply. The full job description is available here.

Please send your letter of interest and resume to jobs@patf.us by February 16, 2024.

Equal Opportunity Employer: PATF is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a
diverse and inclusive workplace. Join us on this meaningful journey!

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Identity Theft and Scams: What Everyone Should Know
January 29, 2024
02:00 pm EST
Register Here

This is the first in a series of PATF “Money Talks” webinars for 2024. This webinar will educate consumers on some “Do’s & Don’ts” of ID theft and scams. Each year, more than 10 million Americans have their personal information — including name, social security number, bank account, or credit card number — stolen. This presentation is designed to raise awareness of identity theft tactics, steps to take to protect your identity and personal information, and information on reporting identity theft.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this webinar is for educational purposes only. The Office of the Attorney General is not affiliated with Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF).

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On April 17, the 17th Annual EIFLE Awards were presented to 13 recipients during the Annual Conference on Financial Education (ACFE). The judges presented the awards to individuals and organizations for their distinguished accomplishments in developing, implementing, and promoting successful financial literacy education worldwide [read full article].

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Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) is a statewide nonprofit organization that is searching for its next CEO. PATF’s mission is to provide education and financing opportunities, and advocacy for people with disabilities and older Pennsylvanians, helping them to acquire the assistive technology (AT) devices and services that improve the quality of their lives. Founded in 1998, PATF is Pennsylvania’s Alternative Financing Program (AFP) as designated by the federal Assistive Technology Act.

In 2012, PATF became a state-accredited and federally-certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), a designation awarded to organizations that have financial products and services that positively impact low-wealth communities. PATF was the nation’s first AFP to receive grant funding as a CDFI.  In 2021, PATF created a wholly-owned subsidiary, Appalachian Assistive Technology Loan Fund (AATLF) to expand microfinancing opportunities for individuals with disabilities in the Appalachian region. PATF’s office is located in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania and the CEO must have a presence in the King of Prussia office.

View the job description here. Interested applicants should send a cover letter/letter of interest, resume, and salary requirements to jobs@patf.us by May 15, 2022.

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Community HealthChoices (CHC) is Pennsylvania’s new waiver program for people with physical disabilities or a brain injury, and older Pennsylvanians.

Join Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation and Pennsylvania Health Law Project for a webinar on CHC Thursday, March 26, 2020 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

You will learn:

  • WHAT CHC is and WHO may enroll.
  • HOW individuals with disabilities and seniors can join CHC.
  • WHAT services are available in the CHC Medicaid Waiver.
  • HOW to get the services you need through CHC and HOW to challenge service denials.

This webinar is for anyone who works with people with physical disabilities, brain injuries, and older Pennsylvanians who are dual eligible. Register here to participate.

Hosted by: Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) and Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP), and funded by a generous grant from the HealthSpark Foundation.

This live, recorded webinar will include captioning and time for Q&A. If you have any questions, please contact Josephine Tramontano at 888-744-1938 or via email.

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Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) has announced the release of the 6th edition of its financial education book, Cents and Sensibility: A Guide to Money Management. This new edition contains updates to all the topics covered before, with the addition of a new chapter about housing, and a new section on supported decision-making. Topics covered include:

  • Money mapping (budgeting);
  • An overview of where to keep your money;
  • How to save safely, including information about PA ABLE and a comparison with Special Needs Trusts;
  • Borrowing money and understanding credit;
  • Housing, including information about insurance;
  • Funding your assistive technology;
  • Adult decision-making, including a new section on supported decision-making; and
  • A Financial Independence Checklist for transition-age youth.

Cents and Sensibility, 6th edition is available for download as a 508 compliant PDF on their website.

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