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Social Security Administration
Though not a direct funding source for assistive technology, the Social Security Administration (SSA) provides benefits that enable many persons with disabilities to support themselves and lead independent lives. For assistive devices, SSA work incentives such as the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allow disabled people to set aside funds to purchase work-related aids without affecting monthly benefits.
Social Security Work Incentives to Fund Assistive Technology
Though Social Security doesn’t directly fund assistive technology, its work incentive programs (e.g. Plans for Achieving Self-Support, or PASS) enable disabled people to set aside funds to purchase work-related technological aids without affecting one’s monthly Social Security Disability Insurance of Supplemental Security Income benefits. This link is to the Red Book on the Social Security Administration’s Office of Program Development & Research website.