Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | No |
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Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | No |
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? | 00 |
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How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 00 |
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Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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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. | 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 | 00 | 00 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | NaN% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
Satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | NaN% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | NaN% |
Total Surveyed | 00 | |
Response rate % | NaN% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 02 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 23 |
C. Total | 25 |
Performance Measure | |
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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 | 25 |
If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
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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 | 02 | $1,200 | $0 | $1,200 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 02 | $1,200 | $0 | $1,200 |
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 |
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Vision | 02 | $300 | $0 | $300 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 04 | $800 | $0 | $800 |
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 | 17 | $8,000 | $0 | $8,000 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 23 | $9,100 | $0 | $9,100 |
Many of our clients come back to us for either updates on there IOS or to exchange old out dated equipment and the exchange is always positive.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 13 | 04 | 02 | 19 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 04 | 00 | 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 | 17 | 04 | 04 | 25 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 17 | 04 | 04 | 25 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 17 | 04 | 04 | 25 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 22 | 88% |
Satisfied | 03 | 12% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 25 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 00 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 00 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 00 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 00 |
Total | 00 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 00 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
Representative of Education | 00 |
Representative of Employment | 00 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Total | 00 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 00 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 00 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 00 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
Daily Living | 00 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 00 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total | 00 |
No anecdote available
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | NaN% |
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. | 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 | 00 | 00 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | NaN% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
Satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | NaN% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | NaN% |
Total Surveyed | 00 | |
Response rate % | NaN% |
This activity is included in the State Plan, but no device loans were conducted or reported for this fiscal year.
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 07 |
Hearing | 02 |
Speech Communication | 04 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 05 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 02 |
Daily Living | 03 |
Environmental Adaptations | 04 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 02 |
Computers and Related | 20 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 04 |
Total # of Devices Loaned | 53 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 84 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 60 |
Representatives of Education | 15 |
Representatives of Employment | 05 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 05 |
Representative of Community Living | 05 |
Representative of Technology | 06 |
Total | 180 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 68 |
Service Provider | 04 |
Vendor | 05 |
Repair Service | 02 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 79 |
Device demonstrations have always been a highlight of our awareness program. Many participants either have never seen the devices or knew about them but never afforded the opportunity to see the devices in action.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 145 | 80.56% |
Satisfied | 30 | 16.67% |
Satisfied somewhat | 05 | 2.78% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 180 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 13 | 04 | 02 | 19 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 04 | 00 | 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 | 17 | 04 | 04 | 25 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 17 | 04 | 04 | 25 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 17 | 04 | 04 | 25 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Met | Met |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 28 | 14 | 11 | 53 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
ACL Performance Measure | 70% | 70% | 70% | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Met | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 134 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 80 |
Representatives of Education | 39 |
Representatives of Employment | 08 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 12 |
Representatives of Community Living | 23 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 296 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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00 | 296 | 00 | 296 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 54 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 46 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 196 |
Transition | 00 |
Total | 296 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Throughout the year AT Specialist Nathaniel Peau conducts training for transition students but also for employers and potential employees as well. Some of those trainings are on AT software but also on ergonomics as it pertains to the work environment. These trainings has proved to be useful in gaining confidence not only in employers for their employees but also for Special needs employees in their ability in the workplace.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
As stated before trainings are conducted for transition students who are either transitioning into higher education or those transitioning into the workforce. These trainings are primarily focused on AT software but occasionally requests are made for certain and specific AT devices for mobility and also the use of electronic devices.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
All AT trainings have some aspect of information and the acquiring of these devices. Things related to funding and also the use of such devices are routinely discussed.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 42 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 04 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 46 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 40% |
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Employment | 10% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
Representative of Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 50% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
American Samoa Assistive Technology Program provides technical assistance throughout the Territory. AT Specialist Nathaniel Peau is the primary provider of these technical assistance activities. Tech Assistance are provided free of charge and range from software loading to hardware repair. American Samoa Assistive Technology Program will continue to provide these services to not only clients but also employers who employ the Special Needs Community.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Students transitioning to higher education commonly request assistance to load software programs onto their devices and also require help understanding and using these programs.
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. Public Awareness for our program is very important but surprisingly simple in American Samoa. On the island there are only two radio stations and two newspapers, advertisement are done on all these platforms and because the size of our island is relatively small information gets around fairly easily which is why our demonstrations and technical assistance programs are so successful. I would say 80 percent of our participants come because of these public awareness activities the rest are reached through social media and also word of mouth.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 54 | 38 | 92 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 40 | 36 | 76 |
Representative of Education | 43 | 00 | 43 |
Representative of Employment | 26 | 04 | 30 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 31 | 02 | 33 |
Representative of Community Living | 18 | 09 | 27 |
Representative of Technology | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 214 | 89 | 303 |
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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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?
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?
Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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