A.C.E.S., a California Public Benefit Non-Profit Corporation and a 501(c)3, originally established in 1995, is a volunteer-driven organization refurbishing donated computer equipment and software for distribution to low-income San Diegans with disabilities and Seniors.

Our Mission:

To improve the quality of life for persons in San Diego County who are low income and disabled or seniors (65+) by empowering them with computer technology. Specifically, our outcomes focus on civic involvement and self-sufficiency with an emphasis on quality of life enhancement.

Our focus is San Diego County. Priority is given to persons who could not otherwise obtain this equipment.

A.C.E.S. PROVIDES THESE FREE SERVICES

• Rehabilitated and/or upgraded PCs, ready for Internet access, to disabled and senior users who could not otherwise obtain them.
• Expertise in repairing / upgrading a disabled user's existing computer system.
• Research and assistance in finding appropriate assistive computer devices and technology on an individual basis.
• Assistance in use of email, "Web surfing", and news group participation.
• Linkage to local Internet service providers at reduced rates for disabled users.
• "Hands on" tutoring at our workshop location.