About Tech Tools for Life
The Tech Tools for Life Conference is an collaboration that stems from various organizations all focusing on bringing together experts in Assistive Technology to build capacity and elevate AT awareness throughout the State of Connecticut. Tech Tools for Life has previously hosted one and multi-day conferences with keynote speakers, breakout sessions, Assistive Technology Exhibitors and technology demonstrations.
In 2025, our 2-day conference attracted nearly 300 attendees and 30 exhibitors from CT and many other states. The feedback we received was positive, but one theme stood out – attendees wanted more hands-on experiences. As a result, we are shifting our model, in 2026, to prove hands-on experiential learning. We are excited to meet the needs of our community as Tech Tools for Life strives to highlight assistive technology at its best.
Tech Tools for Life Hands on Series
This year, Tech Tools for Life is proud to announce our Hands on Series 2026! CT Tech Act Project AT Partners will host workshops throughout the year, across the state, on various Assistive Technology topics and themes.
Upcoming Sessions:
State Education Resource Center (SERC)
SERC’s AT Corner is a place to see and interact with Assistive Technology devices for school, learning, and independence for Educators, family members, students and community members. The low-, mid-, and high-tech AT devices are designed to meet the needs of a broad range of abilities.
MARCH 26, 2026
9 AM - 3PM
786 S. MAIN STREET, MIDDLETOWN
FREE
Low Cost, No-Cost AT: For Educators
Do you know how to access the best technologies for your children’s education? Did you know that many assistive technologies cost little or nothing to you or your school? This hands-on session is designed for educators and families of students with disabilities, learning differences, and any kind of academic challenge in school.
Participants will learn about low‐cost and free technologies including open-source software, online resources, apps, and accessibility features built into the technology many of us use every day. These valuable tools, including low-tech options, support student learning in school and at home by providing an alternative means of accessing the same classroom curriculum as their peers. SERC will display and demonstrate various assistive technologies in this session, and participants will have the opportunity to create and take home their own customized version of assistive technology.
Audience: Grades Pre-k-12; General and Special Education Teachers, Technology Coordinators, Student Support Services Professionals, Paraeducators, and Families
APRIL 23, 2026
9 AM - 3 PM
786 S. MAIN STREET, MIDDLETOWN
FREE
Low Cost, No-Cost AT: For Libraries
How do you make your activities more accessible to all patrons? Did you know that many assistive technologies cost little or nothing to your library or your patrons? This hands-on session is designed for librarians and their patrons serving individuals with disabilities, learning differences, and any kind of academic challenge in school.
Participants will learn about low‐cost and free technologies, including open‐source software, online resources, apps, and accessibility features built into the technology many of us use every day. These valuable tools, including low-tech options, support activities in everyday life. SERC will display and demonstrate various assistive technologies in this session, and participants will have the opportunity to create and take home their own customized version of assistive technology.
Audience: Grades K-12; Community Librarians and Patrons
Founding Organizations
Meet, network, learn & share with people advancing independent living through assistive technology.
