WIND Assistive Technology Advisory Council

In 2004, Governor Freudenthal designated the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) to be the lead agency to administer the state assistive technology project as authorized by the federal Assistive Technology Act of 2004. As a result, the Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources program was established.

The WATR program serves Wyoming resident needs related to assistive technology, in collaboration with the advisory committee. The legislation stipulates that we must provide core activities, such as assistive technology loans, device demonstrations, device, technical assistance, and dissemination of information. In addition, this Act requires us to maintain an advisory council for the project to include members who represent assistive technology users as well as key members who can support and inform efforts in areas of education, health, independent living employment.

Current Advisory Council Members:

Angelina Hook, Green River

Brandi Martin, Gillette

Caleb Hebbert, Laramie

Chele Mecomber Porter, Burns, Chair

Cheryl Godley, Casper

Cortnee Fabrizius-Johnston, Riverton

Gaylene Ring-Guth, Torrington

Gene McDowell, Rock Springs

Hunter Jones, Laramie

Janna Walker, Afton

Jenna Rector, Casper

Jennifer D'Alessandro, Powell, Vice Chair

Karen Clark, Riverton

Kylie Porter, Burns

Laurel Henry, Casper

Lauren Hulit-White, Laramie

Lori Regnier, Cheyenne

Mason McDowell, Rock Springs

Matthew Mayberry, Cheyenne

Nicholas Wiseman, Laramie

Nicky Harper, Casper

Rebekah Smith Hazelton, Laramie

Sam Burkett, Advocate

Spencer Clark, Riverton

Steven Millward, Laramie

T.J. Mechem, Torrington

Tawny Kelley, Cheyenne

Tina Bennett, Gillette

Responsibilities of this Council include attendance at bi-annual meetings where members will help the WATR team to evaluate, develop, and implement strategies for the core activities listed above.

Dates and times of the next council meeting will be announced.

Resources for Members of the WIND Assistive Technology Advisory Council.

Bylaws of the Council, updated Nov. 2019

JOIN OUR NEXT AT ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING!

Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) is looking for users of assistive technology/self-advocates, family members, and professionals who serve individuals with disabilities to join our Assistive Technology (AT) Advisory Council.

Consider joining our next Council meeting in the spring or fall! You can join through Zoom or in person at the designated location to learn about WATR and consider serving on our Council.

The WATR Council members advise the WATR staff about strategies to reach and serve individuals with disabilities, families, and professionals in Wyoming. The council also provides an opportunity for members to voice interests and views on issues related to device loans, trainings, demonstrations, research and information and assistance. The Council meets twice a year in the spring and fall with lodging and transportation reimbursement for Council members provided.

AT Advisory Council Flier

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