Device Demonstration Programs - STAR Partners (2013)
Device demonstrations allow consumers to compare features and benefits of a particular device or category of devices. Demonstrations are for individuals, or a small group of individuals, and are not the same as devices shown during an exhibit or public awareness event.
During a device demonstration, consumers can:
- Compare features of one or more similar devices or software systems
- Experience hands-on time exploring similar devices or software systems
- Ask questions
- Receive professional advice
- Make a decision whether or not to borrow a device for short-term loan
To learn more or to schedule a device demonstration, please contact STAR or one of our partners listed below.
Curious about STAR’s statewide device demonstration program?
Watch STAR's YouTube video and hear what our partners and Advisory Council members have to say about STAR’s statewide device demonstration program and why it is an important service for Minnesotans with disabilities and age-related functional needs.
Ability Building Center - Southern Minnesota Assistive Technology Center
1911 14th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901
To schedule a demonstration, please call 507-281-6262. TTY users may call 507-529-4607 (TTY).
Southern Minnesota Assistive Technology Center
ALS Association
333 N. Washington Avenue, Suite 105
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Minnesotans diagnosed with ALS may request a demonstration by calling 612-672-0484.
Center for Independent Living of Northeastern Minnesota
2104 6th Avenue East
Hibbing, MN 55746
To schedule a demonstration, please call 218-262-6675 or
800-390-3681 (Toll Free).
Center for Independent Living of Northeastern Minnesota
Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare
200 University Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55101
To schedule a demonstration, please call 1-800-578-4266.
PACER Center - Simon Technology Center
8161Normandale Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55437
To schedule a demonstration, please call 952-838-9000,
800-537-2237 (Toll Free). TTY users may call
952-838-0190 (TTY).
stclibrary@pacer.org
PACER Center - Simon Technology Center
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Minnesota
510 25th Avenue North
St. Cloud, MN 56303
To schedule a demonstration, please call 320-253-0765 or
888-616-3726 (Toll Free).
aaron@ucpcentralmn.org
UCP of Central Minnesota - Demo and Loan Program
Minnesota STAR Program
358 Centennial Office Building
658 Cedar Street
St. Paul, MN 55155
651-201-2640
888-234-1267 (Toll Free)
651-282-6671 (Fax)
Minnesota Relay (7-1-1) And Direct Access Numbers
7-1-1 is a toll-free, nationwide relay service access number. You may dial 7-1-1 from anywhere in the United States and be connected to the relay service in the state you're calling from. While the 7-1-1 access number is easy to remember, dialing the direct toll-free number for a specific type of relay call may result in faster connections because the call does not need to be transferred.
Direct Access Numbers
TTY, Voice, ASCII, Hearing Carry Over: 1-800-627-3529
Voice Carry Over: 1-877-627-3024
Speech to Speech: 1-877-627-3848
Spanish Relay: 1-877-627-5448
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Explore assistive technology options by viewing online videos
To view the videos below, you will need Windows Media Player. If you do not have Windows Media Player, you will need to download and install the free player from the Windows Media Player Web site.
Screen Magnification Software –
from the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program Web sitehttp://cap.mil/Documents/ZoomText_10_29_2007.wmv
Speech Recognition Software –
from the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program Web sitehttp://cap.mil/Documents/Dragon_10_29_2007.wmv
Braille Display–
from the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program Web sitehttp://cap.mil/Documents/Braille_10_29_2007.wmv