Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) Statewide Advisory Council (SAC)
The Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) is a statewide program designed to increase access to, and acquisition of, assistive technology devices and services. Through its four core programs: Information and Assistance, Device Demonstration, Device Loan, and Device Reutilization, TTAP and a network of assistive technology centers help people with disabilities and their families find and get the tools that they need to live independent, productive lives where and how they choose.
Assistive Technology is any piece of equipment or product used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.
The TTAP statewide advisory council is a group of individuals whose input is valuable to ensure that representatives from various stakeholder groups have an opportunity to participate in, evaluate the effectiveness of, and provide feedback about all TTAP programs.
Meetings
TTAP meets four (4) times a year (three (3) virtual and one (1) in-person). Meetings are open to the public except for the executive meetings.
This meeting is designated as an in-person only meeting.
Accommodation and Information
To request accommodation for a meeting or for information about TTAP, please contact:
(For meeting accommodation, contact TTAP thirty days before the meeting, if possible, with a two-week minimum.)
Vanessa Lacen, Funding Specialist & SAC Liaison Division of Rehabilitation Services/Tennessee Technology Access Program
James K. Polk Building 505 Deaderick St 15th Floor Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: +1 (615) 313-5602
Email: Vanessa.D.Lacen@tn.gov
Visit the TTAP webpage for more information about the program.
Purpose
The purpose of the TTAP advisory council members is to aid TTAP in the oversight of program activities identified in the three-year plan. The council provides guidance to the TTAP staff about issues related to assistive technology and serves as the liaison between TTAP and the members’ community.
Become a TTAP Member
Are you a person with a disability? Are you the parent or guardian of a person with a disability? If you are in one of these member categories and are interested in making a positive impact in your community for individuals with a disability, contact us for more information about how to apply for the Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) Statewide Advisory Council (SAC) nomination process. For more information about TTAP and the advisory council, please see the following flyers:
TTAP Flyer
SAC Flyer
Council Members
Council members are appointed by the Department of Human Services (DHS) Commissioner. When making appointments, the Commissioner must consider individuals representing a broad range of individuals with disabilities and required agencies who serve individuals with disabilities (21st Century Assistive Technology Act). The majority of members must be individuals with disabilities.
The SAC provides guidance to the TTAP for the evaluation programs and delivering assistive technology devices and services. The council is geographically representative of the state and reflects the diversity of Tennessee with respect to race, ethnicity, types of disabilities, and users of various assistive technology (AT).