Assistive technology is designed to help individuals maintain their health and independence through modifications and adaptations. This can be accomplished by providing each person with a piece of equipment, or through changing the environment in which the person lives.

The following learning lesson from the Food and Drug Administration may help you ensure you are using your assistive devices appropriately, and maintain their working order to help keep you safe: www.fda.gov/cdrh/CDRHHHC/brochure-checklist.html.