Submit project proposals by the deadline for full consideration. See instructions under "Propose".
KU Serves Kansans
This program provides custom
assistive devices to Kansans.
Assisting Non-profits
Centers of Independent Living
& companies that employ the disabled.
Companies and institutions can receive custom devices that can benefit many employees or people they serve.
Enabling Independence
Providing devices and systems that
enable Kansans to be more independent.
Helping Kansans with disabilities to do accomplish things they hardly thought possible.
Improving Access in KS!
Recreation accessibility in
in Kansas communities!
Projects include those that increase exercise and recreation opportunities for Kansans with disabilities.
Prior Projects
WATCH THE VIDEOs and read the press releases from some of our most successful projects.
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You can request cards to give to clients who may have a need that can be addressed by the BREAK program. Simply email Ken Fischer, PhD, with your mailing address and ask for a quantity of the info cards. To see and/or print the cards, CLICK HERE!
What is BREAK?
BREAK now stands for "Biomedical and Rehabilitation Engineering Advancement in Kansas". It is a KU program previously supported by a grant from General & Age Related Disabilities Engineering at the National Science Foundation. The goal is to provide people in Kansas with helpful devices, while training students in rehabilitation engineering.
Read MoreHelping Kansans
The BREAK program directly aids individuals with disabilities by providing custom assistive or rehabilitation devices for the home, for work, or for recreation at no cost to them. Institutions that employ and/or serve individuals with disabilities can also receive custom assistive or rehabilitation devices for their employees or clients at no cost.
Read MoreInvolving Students
Engineering students get great hands-on, real-world projects, learn about rehabilitation engineering, and have the satisfaction of helping people in need.
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