Center For Assistive Technology (CAT)

Darwin D 

on Google

2 weeks ago

I am going to C.A.T. for the 2nd time my first wheelchair was back in 2011 and I loved my simply built , no thrills ,no bells or whistles wheelchair since I've had jazzy by Pace through NuMotion mobility. I do believe even though they looked beautiful, they were not very functional for me fix everything, I mean I couldn't adjust a thing like seat didn't recline, tip wheels are not adjustable and are to high off the ground and can't be lowered for my needs thus was tipped out of my chair and on to the ground, so for me I want... read more

Henry White 

on Google

5 months ago

Staff was nice, respectful and supportive. Medicare denied initial claim. Dr. And staff worked to find ways for my secondary Insurance to cover the cost. While it was a lengthy process the staff did keep me informed, and kept trying until funding was granted. They also took time to fit me with the mobility device I was most comfortable with. They were very helpful throughout the whole process. 

Erin Burkett 

on Google

5 years ago

Although intake is very thorough, and instills confidence, I am stunned that this organization is allowed to be the gatekeeper of wheelchairs and/ or assistive devices in our city. They do not return phone calls or emails...... Ever. My attempts to correspond with them about a manual chair (for which they made some significant bad decisions, ) were fruitless. The day we went to get the chair, (which I was brand new to needing to use one), they let me leave with a chair that was set up to lurch and buck. My insurance pays for... read more

Misha Janesko 

on Google

6 years ago

If you need durable goods such as a manual wheelchair, it is much better to simply buy it off e-bay or craigslist. I have been waiting since early June for a manual chair from Blackburns. Early August is now mid September, and October will become February at this rate. I could have bought this chair for exactly what my co-pay is and had it delivered two months ago. In future, do not involve UPMC and certainly do not go with Blackburns.