Events
Assistive Technology related events at the AT Lab.
Become an ‘AT Trainer’ at Your Agency!
Join us for a full-day, hands-on Assistive Technology (AT) Workshop designed to equip you—or key staff—to train your own team of support professionals and managers on tech solutions that support independence and inclusion.
Learn to train support staff and managers on:
- Assistive technology & adaptive devices
- Off-the-shelf products & simple strategies
- Environmental setup and more
Key takeaways include:
✔️ Starting tech conversations with the people you support
✔️ Creating a Tech Plan
✔️ Knowing when to refer
✔️ Exploring case studies and real-life examples
Experience the training first hand—then bring it back to your agency, ready to facilitate.
🗓️ Choose your date:
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 or Thursday, June 26, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost to Attend: $425 per person
Developed by: Community Vision’s Assistive Technology Lab
Funded by: Oregon Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS)
View training materials: cv-atlab.org/tech-training
AT Lab Open Hours
Stop by for our weekly Thursday Open Lab drop-in hours.
Ask questions about AT, see some technology, get referrals, find out more about our services, and more!
Please contact us for occasional closures due to private events, inclement weather, or holidays.
For individualized private consultations, please see our Consultation page.
When: Thursdays, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Where: AT Lab, Suite 120 (2475 SE Ladd Ave, Portland, OR 97214)
Adaptive Gaming Club
Attention Gamers! Explore accessible setups for gamers of all abilities. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
When: TBD, One Saturday per month 3 to 5 p.m.; Please contact us for details.
Where: Community Vision, 4th Floor (2475 SE Ladd Ave, Portland, OR 97214)
For accommodation requests contact Community Vision @ 503-292-4964 ext.152
AAC User Monthly Social Group
New Day & Time!
Our AAC Social group meets monthly. All AAC users are welcome – whether you’re experienced or just learning a new system. Join us to engage with your community.
When:
Friday, March 7, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Friday, April 4, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Friday, May 2, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Where: AT Lab, Suite 120 (2475 SE Ladd Ave, Portland, OR 97214)
If you are new to the group, please call us to RSVP before attending. Thank you!
*Augmentative and Alternative Communication or AAC are ways people use to communicate besides talking (verbal speech).*
Everyday Tech for Low Vision
Come to a free, hands-on opportunity to learn how everyday technology can assist people with low vision.
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 3 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Community Vision, 2475 SE Ladd Ave, Portland OR 97214