National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Indiana 2023
General Information
Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)
Lead Agency
Implementing Entity
Program Director and Other Contacts
Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director
Certifying Representative
State Financing
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | Yes |
| Area of Residence | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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| Approved Loan made | 07 | 02 | 09 |
| Approved Not made | 04 | 01 | 05 |
| Rejected | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Total | 14 | 03 | 17 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $18,000 | Highest Income: | $89,164 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $372,201 | 09 | $41,356 |
| Income Ranges | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15,000 or Less |
$15,001- $30,000 |
$30,001- $45,000 |
$45,001- $60,000 |
$60,001- $75,000 |
$75,001 or More |
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| Number of Loans | 00 | 04 | 03 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 09 |
| Percentage of Loans | 0% | 44.44% | 33.33% | 0% | 0% | 22.22% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
| Partnership Loans | ||
| Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
| With loan guarantee only | 09 | 100% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 09 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Partnership Loans | 09 | $172,350 |
| Total | 09 | $172,350 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 2.99% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 3.75% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 09 | 3.30333333333333% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 09 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 00 |
| 6.1% to 8.0% | 00 |
| 8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
| 10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
| 12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
| 14.1% + | 00 |
| Total | 09 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 03 | $16,462 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 01 | $3,125 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 05 | $152,763 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 09 | $172,350 |
6. Defaults
| Number Loans in default | 00 |
|---|---|
| Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
B. State Financing Activities that provide consumers with resources and services that result in the acquisition of AT devices and services
1. Overview of Activities Performed
| How many other state financing activities that provide consumers with access to funds for the purchase of AT devices and services were included in your approved state plan? | 0 |
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C. State Financing Activities that Allow Consumers to Obtain AT at Reduced Cost
1. Overview of Activities Performed
| How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 0 |
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D. Anecdote
A social worker with a very good salary adopted their fourth child with special needs. As the child is wheelchair dependent due to complications from Mucopolysaccharidosis type II, they needed transportation for their wheelchair and for the entire family to fit in. They could not afford the vehicle without the loan program because of high interest rates at dealerships so they used the AFP loan to get an affordable interest rate. They borrowed $35,000 for the vehicle and now have a wheelchair-accessible vehicle that can fit the entire family.
An individual with multiple sclerosis had not been ambulatory but regained strength in a period of remission. Due to her goal of standing longer and trying to walk again, she needed a standing frame. A local charity offered this applicant $2,000 towards the purchase of the standing frame, but this individual could not afford the remaining balance. They were able to use the AFP program to make up the difference and obtain the standing frame that they can use at home and in physical therapy.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 02 | 07 | 09 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 07 | 09 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 07 | 09 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 02 | 07 | 09 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 09 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 09 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 250 |
| C. Total | 250 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure because AT is provided to or on behalf of an entity that has an obligation to provide the AT such as schools under IDEA or VR agencies/clients. | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 250 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance
B. Device Exchange Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 04 | $12,180 | $0 | $12,180 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daily Living | 03 | $1,994 | $0 | $1,994 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 244 | $137,156 | $0 | $137,156 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 251 | $151,330 | $0 | $151,330 |
D. Anecdote
A woman who uses a wheelchair reached out to the INDATA organization to request a laptop computer. Due to financial limitations, she couldn't afford one on her own. Fortunately, she qualified for a reused computer through the INDATA Depot program. We provided her with a laptop and gave her basic training on how to use its features and programs. To make things more accessible, we enlarged the mouse cursor so she could easily locate and navigate it. Additionally, we set up Facebook on her computer and assisted her in logging into her account. Her joy and enthusiasm were unmistakable as she relished the opportunity to connect with loved ones and engage online.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 81 | 40 | 89 | 210 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 04 | 05 | 14 | 23 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 05 | 03 | 08 | 16 |
| 4. Subtotal | 90 | 48 | 111 | 249 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 90 | 48 | 111 | 249 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 8. Total | 91 | 48 | 111 | 250 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 98.9% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 239 | 95.6% |
| Satisfied | 11 | 4.4% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 250 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Device Loan
A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 345 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 22 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 53 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 223 |
| Total | 643 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Individuals with Disabilities | 91 | 47 | 138 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 127 | 22 | 149 |
| Representative of Education | 20 | 17 | 37 |
| Representative of Employment | 01 | 06 | 07 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 44 | 93 | 137 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| Representatives of Technology | 49 | 96 | 145 |
| Total | 345 | 298 | 643 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 91 | 132 | 223 |
| Hearing | 04 | 17 | 21 |
| Speech Communication | 80 | 36 | 116 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 32 | 56 | 88 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 15 | 29 | 44 |
| Daily Living | 06 | 75 | 81 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 09 | 22 | 31 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 294 | 284 | 578 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 09 | 09 | 18 |
| Total | 540 | 660 | 1,200 |
E. Anecdote
A woman couldn't see well and had trouble using her computer because the keys on the keyboard were too small. She asked the INDATA loan library for help, and they showed her different keyboards that were easier to see. The woman liked the BigKeys LX QWERTY keyboard the most because the keys were big and had white letters on a black background. INDATA staff set up a 30-day loan for this keyboard and also made a few changes to the computer's mouse settings so she could view the cursor more easily. The woman was happy with the help she received and was able to use her computer more easily with these adaptations.
F. Access Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 177 | 51 | 91 | 319 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 08 | 03 | 08 | 19 |
| Subtotal | 185 | 54 | 99 | 338 |
| Have not made a decision | 04 | 01 | 02 | 07 |
| Subtotal | 189 | 55 | 101 | 345 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 189 | 55 | 101 | 345 |
| Performance on this measure | 97.88% | 98.18% | 98.02% | |
G. Acquisition Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 15 | 18 | 17 | 50 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 86 | 148 | 13 | 247 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 4. Subtotal | 102 | 166 | 30 | 298 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 102 | 166 | 30 | 298 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 102 | 166 | 30 | 298 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 621 | 96.58% |
| Satisfied | 17 | 2.64% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 05 | 0.78% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 643 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
I. Notes:
Device Demonstration
A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 53 |
| Hearing | 05 |
| Speech Communication | 13 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 25 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 06 |
| Daily Living | 10 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 76 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total # of Device Demonstrations | 191 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 164 | 181 | 345 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 20 | 81 | 101 |
| Representatives of Education | 02 | 02 | 04 |
| Representatives of Employment | 03 | 14 | 17 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Community Living | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Representative of Technology | 02 | 02 | 04 |
| Total | 191 | 281 | 472 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 87 |
| Service Provider | 04 |
| Vendor | 02 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 08 |
| Total | 101 |
D. Anecdote
A committed parent had been tirelessly exploring various tools to support their autistic son, who faced challenges in obtaining employment due to issues with task management and memory. Following a suggestion from their vocational rehabilitation counselor, they contacted INDATA and arranged a demo of the Watchminder 3—an inventive solution providing customized alerts for breaks, work hours, and subtle task reminders. Unlike typical smartphones or smartwatches, the Watchminder 3 circumvents potential distractions by offering more analog features. The parent described this device as a transformative tool that will significantly aid their son in his employment pursuits.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 38 | 65 | 83 | 186 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 01 | 03 | 04 |
| Subtotal | 38 | 66 | 86 | 190 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Subtotal | 38 | 66 | 87 | 191 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 38 | 66 | 87 | 191 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 98.85% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 472 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 472 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Overall Performance Measures
Overall Acquisition Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 96 | 60 | 113 | 269 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 90 | 153 | 27 | 270 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 06 | 03 | 08 | 17 |
| 4. Subtotal | 192 | 216 | 148 | 556 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 192 | 216 | 148 | 556 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 8. Total | 193 | 216 | 148 | 557 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 96.37% | 98.61% | 94.59% | 96.77% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Access Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 215 | 116 | 174 | 505 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 08 | 04 | 11 | 23 |
| Subtotal | 223 | 120 | 185 | 528 |
| Have not made a decision | 04 | 01 | 03 | 08 |
| Subtotal | 227 | 121 | 188 | 536 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 227 | 121 | 188 | 536 |
| Performance on this measure | 98.24% | 99.17% | 98.4% | 98.51% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Satisfaction Rating
| Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.64% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 37 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 62 |
| Representatives of Education | 204 |
| Representatives of Employment | 322 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 227 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 45 |
| Representatives of Technology | 36 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 933 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 830 | 103 | 00 | 933 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 00 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 774 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 20 |
| Transition | 139 |
| Total | 933 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
In April 2023 the first annual Agricultural Assistive Technology Expo was held in collaboration with Indiana AgrAbility. The primary aim of this training was to educate individuals working with people with disabilities in the agricultural field. The event sought to achieve two key goals: first, to enhance understanding of different farming activities by allowing participants to engage in hands-on experiences, such as operating tractors, skid steers, zero-turn mowers, and drones for field inspections. Second, attendees were introduced to various assistive technologies used in farming to support individuals with disabilities. Participants included farmers, agricultural workers, vocational rehab counselors, occupational therapists, extension office staff, and representatives from neighboring AgrAbility programs in Ohio, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
In 2023 we hosted a series of webinars covering these topics. 1."Apps, Tools, and Devices for College Students", 2."Digital Literacy: A Deeper Dive", and 3."Too Much To Do: Tools for Getting Things Done". The webinar series provided hands-on demonstrations and discussion about a variety of tools, devices, and apps to help students make successful transitions from K-12 to Higher Ed and/or the workplace.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
A Web Accessibility for Developers webinar was held in May 2023 and provided participants with an overview of disability, accessibility guidelines, and ICT law. Participants learned techniques for designing, developing, and testing accessible websites including basic content, structure, images, forms, tables, CSS, and ARIA.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 14 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
| No known outcome at this time | 06 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 20 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 70% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 00% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 68% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00% |
| Community Living | 32% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 00% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
INDATA provided assistance to Indiana's Work to Include coalition as they launched a new program in central Indiana focused on helping persons with disabilities and employment providers connect and establish relationships with local employers. The program is offered online and in person and the assistance provided included technology to ensure the hybrid nature of the meeting(s) worked well for all attendees.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
INDATA provided technical assistance to the Indianapolis Library surrounding its digital inclusion roadmap. INDATA's involvement focused on improving access to library services and materials for persons of all abilities. Site visits, online questionnaires, and staff discussions regarding disability, assistive technology, and accessibility were conducted and recommendations were made for the implementation of accessible public workstations at each library branch (25 total).
C. Notes:
Public Awareness
Public Awareness Activities
Public Awareness Narratives
Describe in detail at least one and no more than two innovative or high-impact public awareness activities conducted during this reporting period. Highlight the content/focus of the awareness information shared, the mechanism used to disseminate or communicate the awareness information, the numbers and/or types of individuals reached, and positive outcomes resulting from the activity. If quantative numbers are available regarding the reach of the activity, please provide those: however, quantative data is not required.
1. The INDATA Project produces 3 popular and widely distributed podcasts (ATUpdate, ATFAQ, and Accessibility Minute). The focus of the podcasts is to share industry news, and information on accessibility topics and to answer people's assistive technology questions. These podcasts have a highly engaged audience, and our listenership comes from over 160 countries.
2. The INDATA Project produces a weekly TechTip YouTube video that provides awareness of the various assistive technology devices available today. Each video provides information on what the device is, how it works, and where it can be found. The INDATA YouTube channel has over 4200 subscribers and a library of over 700 videos.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 232 | 179 | 411 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 116 | 67 | 183 |
| Representative of Education | 25 | 09 | 34 |
| Representative of Employment | 30 | 03 | 33 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 53 | 27 | 80 |
| Representative of Community Living | 38 | 01 | 39 |
| Representative of Technology | 30 | 00 | 30 |
| Unable to Categorize | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Total | 525 | 286 | 811 |
Referral Types:
Marketing materials are distributed to AAAs, CILs, VR offices, VR&E offices, VA Prosthetics staff, disability service providers, employment providers, transition fairs, rehab hospitals, colleges and universities, etc. Persons also learned about our program through the Indy Public Library system. We implemented 25 accessible workstations at 25 locations and provided contact information to library staff.
Referral Sources:
The INDATA program receives referrals from a diverse range of sources, reflecting a wide network of partners committed to supporting individuals with disabilities. These sources include Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs), Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Offices, Veterans Affairs (VA), VR&E (Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment), VA Prosthetics, disability service providers, employment providers, and participation in transition fairs. Additionally, rehab hospitals, colleges, and universities have played a crucial role in referring individuals to our program. The Indy Public Library system, where we established accessible workstations at 25 IndyPL branches, along with providing materials and contact information to library staff. This wide network of referral sources demonstrates our commitment to being a comprehensive state-wide program.
Notes:
Coordination/Collaboration and State Improvement Outcomes
Overview of Coordination/Collaboration Activities
| Coordination/Collaboration activities are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR coordination/collaboration activities for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 1 |
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A. Coordination/Collaboration
1. As concisely as possible, describe the partnership initiative. What activities/services were provided? Who are the major collaborating organizations and what is their role? Who is served/benefited? What funding was used to implement the initiative?
INDATA collaborated with the Indianapolis Public Library to improve access to services and materials for persons of all abilities by implementing assistive technology workstations in each branch (25 total). Activities during this project included disability awareness and assistive technology training on accessible workstations, etc.
2. As concisely as possible, describe the measurable results of the initiative and any lessons learned. How did access to AT change as a result of the coordination/collaboration/partnership? How did awareness of AT change as a result of the partnership? How did the reach of the state AT program change as a result of the partnership? What made the partnership successful? What would you change or wish you had done differently? Provided funding/resources are available, will the initiative continue or is this a one-time event? What advice would you give for replication of the initiative? Please include URL for initiative if available.
Outcomes of this collaboration include library staff being better able to meet patron needs (ex. low vision, mobility, learning differences, etc.) and patrons benefiting from increased access to services and materials. A simple referral process was implemented to improve the coordination of referrals between the library and INDATA's demo and lending library. Patron accessibility guides were also produced to improve public awareness around helpful tools, features, and apps for mobile and at-home patron devices.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Education; Housing / Home Automation; Community Participation and Integration; Recreation / Leisure; Health; Aging; Transition(school to work or congregate care to community); Veterans;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Demonstration; State Financing; Information & Assistance; Public Awareness;
Overview of State Improvement Activities
| State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 00 |
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Additional And Leveraged Funds
A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
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For any leveraged funding reported above for which data could not be reported, please describe the extenuating circumstances that precluded data from being reported and efforts to remediate the situation in future reporting periods.
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All Section 4 AT Act grantees were awarded $80,000.00 in supplimental Public Health Workforce grant funding to increase the full-time equivalent (FTE) of staff withing the disability and aging network for public health professionals. Please document the status of these funds below. |
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C. Describe any unique issues with your data in this section (e.g., the reason why you were unable to report the number of individuals served with additional or leveraged funds).
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