About Assistive Technology Fund (ATF)
Whether it is through a simple walking cane or sophisticated language software, technology plays a big part in helping persons with disabilities in their everyday activities.
Some assistive technologies (AT) can now be purchased with the financial assistance of an Assistive Technology Fund (ATF), which would ultimately help persons with disabilities pursue mainstream education or gain open employment.
Assistive Technology (AT)
AT can help to maintain or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities. Examples of AT include hearing aids, computer-related devices, and synthesizer software.
The AT Fund does not support AT needed for daily living, not directly related to studying or for use in the workplace. These include daily living aids, mobility and transportation aids, recreation and leisure aids, as well as home adaptation devices.
How Much Can Applicants Get?
Applicants who qualify can receive a subsidy of a maximum of 90% of the cost of the device or $10,000, whichever is lower. The amount of subsidy will be determined based on an applicant’s household income.
Who Can Apply?
1. Pre-school children (E.g., registered kindergarten, early intervention centre, childcare centre)
2. Students in mainstream education courses (E.g., PSLE, 'O', 'A' level, ITE, diploma, degree)
3. Persons offered or working in an open market job
4. Students or adult with disabilities in other educational institutions (e.g, special schools & private institutions) who have a good prognosis of pursuing mainstream education or employment will be considered on a case by case basis
All applicants should be a Singapore citizen or a permanent resident [1] of Singapore, with a per capita gross monthly household income of $1,300 or below [2].
[1] If the applicant is a PR, at least one immediate family member of the applicants must be a Singapore citizen
[2] [Per capita gross monthly household income] = [Total monthly gross household income] ÷ [No. of persons in the household]
How To Apply?
Applications requesting for devices above S$500 must be accompanied by an assessment report and recommendations from a specialised AT Centre.
Download the ATF Application Form and send to:
Centre for Enabled Living
298 Tiong Bahru Road
#03-01 Central Plaza
Singapore 168730
For Enquiries
Please contact CEL at:
Tel: 6593-6437
Fax: 6270-7024
E-mail: schemes@cel.sg