Techworks

At UCP of NYC’s TechWorks Centers visitors can "test drive" an array of products designed to assist and support individuals with disabilities.

UCP of NYC TechWorks offers hands-on use of adapted toys and switches, adapted computers and peripherals, wheelchairs and inserts, augmentative communication systems, daily living devices, home and workplace modifications, environmental control units, adapted telephones and much more.

Resources and services available through UCP of NYC Techworks include:

Lending Libraries

Individuals may borrow adapted toys and switches, environmental control units and other equipment UCP of NYC makes available for loan. Our lending libraries include books, magazines, and audio/video material from our extensive collection. The resources of the lending library are geared to support the needs of individuals of all ages.

Equipment Exchange Program

UCP of NYC assists individuals with accessing new and/or used assistive technology equipment made available through individual donations and through TRAID-IN, a directory administered by the New York State Office of Advocate for Persons with Disabilities.

Assistive Technology Training

UCP of NYC is highly committed to training consumers, professionals and family members on a variety of assistive technology topics. We offer informational materials, pamphlets, and videotapes at our Technology Resource Centers, in addition to conducting workshops, conferences and on-site presentations/demonstrations at locations throughout New York City.

Tours for school groups, college classes, senior citizens, and others can be arranged by contacting techworks@ucpnyc.org.

UCP of NYC's TechWorks Centers are funded in part by generous private contributions from donors like you.

To schedule a visit to a UCP of NYC TechWorks Center please call or e-mail techworks@ucpnyc.org in advance to schedule an appointment

UCP of NYC TechWorks I
Open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
120 East 23rd Street, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10010
Tel: (212) 979-9700, ext. 279
TTY: (212) 253-2690
Fax: (212) 475-0842
E-mail: techworks@ucpnyc.org

UCP of NYC TechWorks II
Open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
160 Lawrence Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11230
Tel: (718) 436-7979, ext. 710
TTY: (718) 854-5656
Fax: (718) 907-3189
E-mail: techworks@ucpnyc.org

If you are interested in learning more about UCP of NYC TechWorks, please contact UCP Project CONNECT to learn more.

UCP Project CONNECT
projectconnect@ucpnyc.org
877-UCP-CONNECT (877-827-2666)