- Over 1 million individuals have received training & consulting services
- Over 30,000 assistive technology and medical devices have been issued
- Over 13,000 ReBoot™ computers issued
- Over 300 tons of eWaste kept out of landfills
Testimonials
“Bought an excellent computer at the Warehouse Sale this weekend. I am very pleased with its quality and happy that the money goes to such a good cause.”
–Carol White
“Touch the future is a great resource of information for Assistance technology. We refer to them often at Family Connection.”
–Sherry Fuller, Family Connection of SC
“Sandy is awesome! We visited her today to look @ the Mountain Mover & she even worked on my daughter’s wheelchair & adjusted it to fit her better. Her posture improved nearly 100% & she can push her chair much better now. Sandy is the McGyver of Equipment! !”
–Candace Hudson
“Sandy Hanebrink’s personal energy and commitment to advancing the role and scope of occupational therapy and its powerful intersection with technology extends well beyond her volunteer work with ATIA … …it has been a pleasure and a privilege to have Sandy on the “Team”. Her ability to “connect the dots” with the wider aspects of the role of occupational therapy in the assistive technology industry as a whole make her an invaluable contributor.”
–Caroline Van Howe, COO, Assistive Technology Industry Association
“Anderson County takes great pride in our public outdoor recreation facilities…As a whole, we are more accessible, aware, and educated because of the tireless and selfless efforts of Ms Hanebrink and Touch the Future.”
–Matt Schell, Anderson County Parks Department Manager
“Touch the Future has facilitated educational events that have pulled in national experts in the field of accessibility to educate local code officials, municipal government leaders, policy makers and the public about their obligations and rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These events are unprecedented in the geographic region of the country. These tireless efforts were applauded by everyone who attended and they were hungry for more. Sandy Hanebrink and her organization continue to serve as a resource to the local community serving as an advisor to local officials regarding the services and programs that meet the needs of citizens with disabilities and providing technical assistance and consultation on capital development projects to ensure that they are readily accessible to and useable by people with disabilities.”
–Robin Jones, Great Lakes ADA Center Director
“As questions arise in my role as ADA Coordinator I have often contacted Ms Hanebrink for technical expertise and advise, and found her to be helpful and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Ms Hanebrink as a great resource for education & training, consulting, and services related to ADA.”
–Mark Teal, Risk Manager & ADA Coordinator, City of Greenville
“Sandy’s knowledge and expertise regarding the obligations that both public and private entities share in making their programs and services readily accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities, allows me (without a doubt) to recommend her as a consultant, trainer, advisor and expert in her field.”
–Kim Hamel, Business Development Director & ADA Coordinator, City of Mauldin