National Assistive Technology Act Data System

Annual Progress Report - Full Report

Alaska 2017

General Information

Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)

State AT Program Title:
Assistive Technology of Alaska
State AT Program Title:
State AT Program URL
www.atlaak.org
Mailing Address:
3330 Arctic Blvd, Suite 101
City:
Anchorage
State:
AK
Zip Code:
99503
Program Email:
atla@atlaak.org
Phone:
907-563-2599
TTY:
907-563-0699

Lead Agency

Agency Name:
Department of Labor & Workforce Development - Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Mailing Address:
1111 W. 8th St., Ste 210
City:
Juneau
State:
AK
Zip Code:
99801
Program URL:
http://www.labor.state.ak.us/dvr/at-prog.htm

Implementing Entity

Name of Implementing Agency:
Assistive Technology of Alaska
Mailing Address:
3330 Arctic Blvd Ste 101
City
Anchorage
State:
AK
Zip Code:
99503
Program URL:
www.atlaak.org

Program Director and Other Contacts

Program Director for State AT Program (last, first):
Rail, Mystie
Title:
Executive Director
Phone:
907-563-2599
E-mail:
mystie@atlaak.org
Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):
Caputo, Jason
Title:
SVRC Liaison, AT Coordinator, Agency Communication
Phone:
907-465-6933
E-mail:
jason.caputo@alaska.gov
Primary Contact at Implementing Agency (last, first) - If applicable:
Rail, Mystie
Title:
Executive Director
Phone:
907-563-2599
E-mail:
mystie@atlaak.org

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):
Rail, Mystie
Title:
Executive Director
Phone:
907-563-2599
E-mail:
mystie@atlaak.org

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):
Caputo, Jason
Title:
SVRC Liaison, AT Coordinator, Agency Communication
Phone:
907-465-6933
E-mail:
jason.caputo@alaska.gov

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? No

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? 02
Activity 1
How would you describe this state financing activity? Funding Eligibility Assistance
2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
Geographic Distribution
County of Residence Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) 09
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) 00
C. Total Served 09

Performance Measure Number
Performance Measure Number
D. Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 09

If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:

3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Type of AT Device / Service Number of Devices
Funded
Value of
AT Provided
Vision 00 $0
Hearing 05 $437
Speech communication 00 $0
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 01 $170
Daily living 00 $0
Environmental adaptations 00 $0
Vehicle modification and transportation 00 $0
Computers and related 03 $1,068
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0
Total 09 $1,675

Activity 2
How would you describe this state financing activity? telecommunications distribution
2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
Geographic Distribution
County of Residence Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) 54
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) 35
C. Total Served 89

Performance Measure Number
Performance Measure Number
D. Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 89

If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:

3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Type of AT Device / Service Number of Devices
Funded
Value of
AT Provided
Vision 80 $22,640
Hearing 179 $28,820
Speech communication 11 $1,470
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 00 $0
Daily living 00 $0
Environmental adaptations 08 $350
Vehicle modification and transportation 00 $0
Computers and related 00 $0
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0
Total 278 $53,280

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? 01
Activity 1
How would you describe this state financing activity? AT Leasing Program
2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
Geographic Distribution
County of Residence Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) 00
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) 06
C. Total Served 06

Performance Measure Number
Performance Measure Number
D. Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 06

If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:

3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Type of AT Device / Service Number Provided Total Estimated
Current Retail
Purchase Price
Total Price for
Which Devices
Were Sold
Savings
to Consumers
Vision 01 $2,995 $0 $2,995
Hearing 00 $0 $0 $0
Speech communication 00 $0 $0 $0
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0 $0 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 06 $3,375 $0 $3,375
Daily living 00 $0 $0 $0
Environmental adaptations 00 $0 $0 $0
Vehicle modification and transportation 00 $0 $0 $0
Computers and related 08 $1,760 $0 $1,760
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0 $0 $0
Total 15 $8,130 $0 $8,130

D. Anecdote

Last year, ATLA had the pleasure of meeting Bob, an active 71-year-old. He is considered to be deaf-blind, experiencing both severe hearing loss and macular degeneration. He came to ATLA to learn about tools that would support him in staying in touch with friends and loved ones while he and his wife travel across the U.S. He wondered if he would still be able to use email, social media, and make calls on his phone. During the demonstration, Bob learned about accessing a computer through magnifying and screen-reading software, low-vision keyboards, and built-in iOS accessibility. ATLA was also able to provide him with the assistive technology he needed through the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program. Bob and Carol were so grateful about the “nice things” we showed them that they dropped off donuts letting us know how “lucky” they were to have learned about ATLA and the AT that is available to them.

Impact Area

An Anchorage resident and former caregiver with the Arc of Anchorage for over 20 years reached out to ATLA for assistive technology. A year ago in August, she started to lose her sight due to complications from diabetes. Since then she has had five surgeries and has since had to relearn how to live independently without the use of her vision. When she approached ATLA about funding assistance, her needs list included an iPhone, iPad pro, and table stand. Utilizing the iPhone and iPad, she would have better access to email, phone, text, weather, and even reading her Bible, using the accessibility feature on the iPad. An iPhone was purchased, with the help of her church, and she worked to learn the different features, including VoiceOver and Siri. ATLA presented her story to the local Lion’s Club who was able to donate the exact amount of money needed for the 12.9” iPad Pro and the Belkin Table Stand. She can now live more independently, reading a restaurant menu, doing her banking, and calling friends and family on her own. These high-tech items help make it possible to complete tasks safely and sufficiently. “I don’t know how to thank ATLA enough!” she said. “I now read my mail, access news websites, and even get help reading labels, the newspaper, and the Bible with the help of my devices.”

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

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 00 104 104
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 00 104 104
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 00 00 104 104
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 00 00 104 104
9. Performance on this measure NaN% NaN% 100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 104 100%
Satisfied 00 0%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 104
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 72
C. Total 72

Performance Measure
D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Reassignment/Refurbishment and Repair and Open Ended Loans - 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
F. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 72

If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:

B. Device Exchange Activities

Device Exchange
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

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
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 52 $12,650 $0 $12,650
Hearing 41 $8,300 $0 $8,300
Speech Communication 05 $26,300 $0 $26,300
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 01 $600 $0 $600
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 01 $1,000 $0 $1,000
Daily Living 07 $780 $0 $780
Environmental Adaptations 07 $380 $0 $380
Vehicle Modification & Transportation 00 $0 $0 $0
Computers and Related 11 $2,600 $0 $2,600
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 00 $0 $0 $0
Total 125 $52,610 $0 $52,610

D. Anecdote

Some take the gift of sight for granted. However, for our one client knew what a precious gift sight is, as hers was rapidly deteriorating with age. As an avid reader, that meant she would need to find other means to read her mail and her collection of books. She contacted ATLA to find out what AT could help her. Through our ReLease Program, she was able to borrow a MagniLink Zip CCTV for six months. She was finally able to read her books, her mail, and write checks again, giving her independence, and increasing her quality of life. When we had to pick up the CCTV, however, reality hit. CCTV’s are an expensive piece of equipment, and many cannot afford to purchase them on their own. She was connected with our Assistive Technology Acquisition Assistance Program, which helps individuals find funding or donations to get the AT they need. Luckily, a generous individual had donated a slightly used CCTV to ATLA’s Reuse Program. After testing the item we found it was in good working condition and we were excited to share the CCTV with someone that needed it. We brought the CCTV to the client’s house, set it on the table, hooked it up, and trained her on how to use it. She has been using it for over three months and loves it! She can read her books again, and she is grateful that she doesn’t have to wait for someone else to read her mail to her. This open-ended loan has increased her quality of life, allowing her to have independence and giving her the peace of mind that she can still read her extensive book collection.

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

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 00 72 72
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 00 72 72
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 00 00 72 72
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 00 00 72 72
9. Performance on this measure NaN% NaN% 100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 72 100%
Satisfied 00 0%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 72
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Device Loan

A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose

Loans By Purpose
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan Number
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) 152
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding 03
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation 03
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity 00
Total 158

B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower

Loans By Borrower Type
Type of Individual or Entity Number of Device Borrowers
Individuals with Disabilities 140
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives 05
Representative of Education 02
Representative of Employment 00
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 09
Representatives of Community Living 02
Representatives of Technology 00
Total 158

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days 14

D. Types of Devices Loaned

Types of Devices Loaned
Type of AT Device Number
Vision 44
Hearing 43
Speech Communication 59
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 47
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 03
Daily Living 03
Environmental Adaptations 09
Vehicle Modification and Transportation 00
Computers and Related 60
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 09
Total 277

E. Anecdote

Imagine a life-long politician who has always started each day by gathering information from current events and upcoming legislation, now faced with the challenge of not being able to read due to progressive vision changes. This struggle was the cause of much frustration for former Governor William “Bill” Sheffield. Governor Sheffield came to ATLA in hopes of finding a device that he could try out that would magnify images onto a monitor. After trying several tools out, he found something that he felt would assist him. Now, each morning he can read the newspaper and the multitude of correspondence he receives using the AT equipment he is borrowing from ATLA’s short-term loan library.

Impact Area

F. Access Performance Measures

Access Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 28 10 114 152
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 28 10 114 152
Have not made a decision 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 28 10 114 152
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 28 10 114 152
Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

G. Acquisition Performance Measures

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. 00 00 00 00
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 02 02 02 06
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 02 02 02 06
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 02 02 02 06
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 02 02 02 06
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 153 96.84%
Satisfied 05 3.16%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 158
Response rate % 100%

I. Notes:

Device Demonstration

A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type

Demonstrations by Device Type
Type of AT Device / Service Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services
Vision 75
Hearing 75
Speech Communication 24
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 68
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 04
Daily Living 08
Environmental Adaptations 00
Vehicle Modification and Transportation 00
Computers and Related 29
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 02
Total # of Devices Loaned 285

B. Types of Participants

Demonstrations by Participant Type
Type of Participant Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations
Individuals with Disabilities 257
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives 100
Representatives of Education 47
Representatives of Employment 03
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation 33
Representative of Community Living 18
Representative of Technology 01
Total 459

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program) 71
Service Provider 21
Vendor 23
Repair Service 00
Others 05
Total 120

D. Anecdote

Carla, who has Cerebral Palsy and a Traumatic Brain Injury and was only able to communicate by fingerspelling, came to ATLA for a demonstration on how she could use an iPad. Carla was planning to apply for the Alaska Relay iPad Pilot Project. This resulted in challenging phone conversations and if a new staff member did not know a particular sign, they would have to guess what Carla needed until they discovered it. This typically resulted in Carla becoming frustrated and giving up before the staff guessed. Carla is also hoping to use the iPad to communicate with her family through Facebook and Skype. Carla quickly learned how to use the app on the iPad and mastered typing out sentences and phrases. Now that she has received an iPad through the Relay program, she is able to tap on ‘Carla phrases’ for frequently used sentences. Her favorite phrases are “I want to call my Mom” and “I love you Mom.” After Carla types the sentence or taps on the preprogrammed phrase, the application changes it from text to speech and the iPad becomes Carla’s voice. Carla’s other favorite sentence is “I would like an espresso with hazelnut, caramel, half & half, and whipped cream.”

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 56 61 168 285
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 56 61 168 285
Have not made a decision 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 56 61 168 285
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 56 61 168 285
Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 441 96.08%
Satisfied 18 3.92%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total 459
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Overall Performance Measures

Overall Acquisition Performance Measure

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. 00 00 176 176
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 02 02 02 06
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 02 02 178 182
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 02 02 178 182
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 02 02 178 182
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100% 100%
ACL Performance Measure 75% 75% 75% 75%
Met/Not Met Met Met Met Met

Overall Access Performance Measure

Access Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 84 71 282 437
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 84 71 282 437
Have not made a decision 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 84 71 282 437
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 84 71 282 437
Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100% 100%
ACL Performance Measure 70% 70% 70% 70%
Met/Not Met Met Met Met Met

Training

A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution

Training by Participant Type
Type of Participant Number
Individuals with Disabilities 43
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives 30
Representatives of Education 450
Representatives of Employment 52
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 149
Representatives of Community Living 140
Representatives of Technology 16
Unable to Categorize 00
TOTAL 880

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro Non Metro Unknown TOTAL
507 373 00 880

B. Training Topics

Trainings by Topic
Primary Topic of Training Participants
AT Products/Services 546
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice 76
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access 31
Combination of any/all of the above 127
Transition 100
Total 880

B. Description of Training Activities

Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:

ATLA specialist, Mariana Livingston, OTR/L, led training sessions titled, “Brown Bag It Series: Let's Talk AAC Apps.” The four sessions were attended, both in person and via distance delivery, by speech-language pathologists, independent living specialists, and other professionals. Each session began with a short training on a specific AAC app followed by a forum style meeting to discuss the pros and cons, features, and any particular questions regarding AAC apps. The average attendance for each session was 18 participants.

Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

ATLA staff provided a series of professional learning opportunities on how to incorporate mainstream AT into a student’s transition plan for over 30 general and special education high school faculty members in the North Slope Arctic Borough School District. Each training in the three-part series was designed to inform teachers how to incorporate transition-related content into instruction using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, how to advocate for their use in classroom instruction on an ongoing basis, and employability skills that can be taught using UDL principles. The School District has requested additional training during the second semester related to transition for both the Middle and Alternative School faculty.

Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:

In May, ATLA held a training on iOS accessibility and applications (apps) related to telecommunications. It was performed by Program Manager, Tiffany Wilson, who has experience working with both of our telecommunications equipment distribution programs and is familiar with current trends and offerings in other state programs. The twelve members of the audience included policy makers such as Commissioners of the Regulatory Commission, key state regulatory staff, and members of the community. The purpose of the training was to educate them on built-in iOS accessibility and apps that are available to provide distance-communication access to individuals with hearing loss or complex communication needs. A goal of this education was to inform chief decision-makers of the state Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program how they could expand their program to become even more accessible using iDevices and applications. As a result of this training, the procedures were developed on how to implement a statewide Tablet Pilot Program along with moving forward with procuring appropriate equipment and applications.

D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure

IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received Number
IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies 00
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented 31
No known outcome at this time 00
Nonrespondent 00
Total 31
Performance Measure Percentage 100%
RSA Target Percentage 70%
Met/Not Met Met

E. Notes:

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance by Recipient Type
Education 0%
Employment 0%
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation 0%
Representative of Community Living 0%
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) 100%
Total 100%

B. Description of Technical Assistance

Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:

ATLA is the state Relay Program Ambassador through a contract provided by Sprint Relay. Over the course of the last year, ATLA collaborated and helped to facilitate tariff revisions overseen by the Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA) that pertain to providing telecommunications access through assistive technology to consumers who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-disabled. The RCA approved regulations to expand the equipment offered beyond just TTYs, and Captioned telephones to now included amplified phones, signalers and established an iPad Pilot Program. The expansion will support qualified consumers through the use of applications such as video relay service, video calls through FaceTime or Skype, and accessing telecommunications through the use of Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) apps.

Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

C. Notes:

Public Awareness

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. ATLA hosted an Open House and ADA Celebration in our office space. We provided lite refreshments, cake, party-bag giveaways, a photo booth with props, and demonstrations of new and old items. HIMS Inc. provided a vendor showcase featuring BrailleSense Polaris, the world’s first upgradable Google-certified Braille device. We utilized print and social media advertising to spread the word. Our print advertising was handed out at the 2017 Anchorage Teddy Bear Picnic to various agencies and general community where 650 individuals were in attendance. Our Facebook event reached 1,445, engaged with 41, and had 21 responses. The open house resulted in 10 additional Facebook page likes and new professional and client contacts.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients AT Device/
Service
AT Funding Total
Individuals with Disabilities 2,754 720 3,474
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives 753 360 1,113
Representative of Education 1,447 690 2,137
Representative of Employment 432 171 603
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 509 400 909
Representative of Community Living 573 222 795
Representative of Technology 175 130 305
Unable to Categorize 00 00 00
Total 6,643 2,693 9,336

Notes:

State Improvement Outcomes

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

A. State Improvements

1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.


2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)


3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?


B. State Improvements

1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.


2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)


3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?

Additional And Leveraged Funds

Additional and Leveraged Funds

Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? Yes

A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities

State Plan Activities
Fund Source Amount Use of Funds
Public/State Agency$68,282Training
Public/State Agency$4,491Demonstration
Federal$37,485State Financing
Public/State Agency$14,412Technical Assistance
Federal$986Public Awareness, I&A
Public/State Agency$40,053State Financing
Federal$986Device Loan
Public/State Agency$33,264Public Awareness, I&A
Public/State Agency$4,491Device Loan
Private$17,649State Financing
Private$2,985Public Awareness, I&A
Public/State Agency$14,412Training
Public/State Agency$3,280Public Awareness, I&A
Amount: $242,776

B. Leveraged Funding for Activities Not in State Plan (data not previously reported in other activity sections)

Non-State Plan Activities
Fund Source Amount Use of Funds Individuals Served Other Outcome

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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This FY17 State AT Program Annual Progress Report was exported from the National Assistive Technology Act Data System (NATADS). NATADS was developed with partial support from the Center for Assistive Technology Act Data Assistance.


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