Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
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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 | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Lowest Income: | $50,000 | Highest Income: | $120,000 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$170,000 | 02 | $85,000 |
Income Ranges | Total | ||||||
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$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 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
Percentage of Loans | 0% | 0% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 50% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
Partnership Loans | 0% | |
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 00 | 100% |
With loan guarantee only | 02 | 0% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 02 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
Partnership Loans | 02 | $45,000 |
Total | 02 | $45,000 |
Lowest | 2.5% |
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Highest | 2.5% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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05 | 02 | 2.5% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 02 |
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 | 02 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 00 | $0 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 02 | $45,000 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 02 | $45,000 |
Number Loans in default | 00 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
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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Client is a 70 year old Chinese male who has polio and post polio syndrome. He is a retired City Council member seeking employment, due to his age and increasing medical issues is working with Division of vocational Rehabilitation, however has not been able to secure employment. ATRC worked with a mainland vendor to secure a used vehicle that would accommodate his wheelchair and could be affordable for him. He borrowed $15,000 to purchase an accessible, used van and have it shipped to Hawaii.
Client is a 35 year old male with cerebral palsy married to a woman with spina bifida. He is employed by an undisclosed federal agency and needs transportation to worksites throughout the island. Through cooperation with a licensed automobile agency ATRC provided the assessment for accessibility to accommodate both husband and wife which was paid for by vocational rehabilitation and the ATRC loan program paid for the vehicle. Loan amount was $35,000
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. | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
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 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | NaN% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 02 | 100% |
Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 02 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 23 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 38 |
C. Total | 61 |
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 | 61 |
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 | 01 | $3,000 | $0 | $3,000 |
Hearing | 02 | $100 | $0 | $100 |
Speech Communication | 07 | $140 | $0 | $140 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 06 | $2,400 | $0 | $2,400 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental Adaptations | 01 | $25 | $0 | $25 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 06 | $2,700 | $0 | $2,700 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 23 | $8,365 | $0 | $8,365 |
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 | 01 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
Hearing | 01 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily Living | 01 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 38 | $7,600 | $0 | $7,600 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 41 | $8,150 | $0 | $8,150 |
ATRC provides supports and services to all islands. A client with a mobility disability living on Hawaii, the Big Island, received a refurbished computer through ATRC's Computer Redistribution program. The primary purpose for the computer use was to supplement his duties as he was a new board member of a non-profit. He will be able to generate e-mails, excel documents, and web searches. ATRC's computer redistribution program was the only way he was able to receive a computer in his community.
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. | 26 | 18 | 17 | 61 |
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 | 26 | 18 | 17 | 61 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 26 | 18 | 17 | 61 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 26 | 18 | 17 | 61 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 61 | 100% |
Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 61 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 65 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 10 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 07 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 03 |
Total | 85 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 44 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 17 |
Representative of Education | 04 |
Representative of Employment | 04 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 09 |
Representatives of Community Living | 07 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Total | 85 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 42 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 27 |
Hearing | 12 |
Speech Communication | 07 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 06 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
Daily Living | 17 |
Environmental Adaptations | 08 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 39 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total | 116 |
A client with learning differences came to ATRC to see what was available on tablets and computers to aid with reading and writing difficulties. The client was shown a variety of free and paid apps/software's that may meet their needs. ATRC recommended that the client borrow a tablet with apps demonstrated. After a couple of weeks, the client made the decision to purchase apps such as Ghotit and Voice Dream Reader.
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 | 09 | 07 | 31 | 47 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 08 | 06 | 14 |
Subtotal | 09 | 15 | 37 | 61 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 02 | 02 | 04 |
Subtotal | 09 | 17 | 39 | 65 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 09 | 17 | 39 | 65 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 88.24% | 94.87% |
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 | 05 | 03 | 08 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 06 | 00 | 06 | 12 |
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 | 06 | 05 | 09 | 20 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 06 | 05 | 09 | 20 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 06 | 05 | 09 | 20 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 71 | 83.53% |
Satisfied | 14 | 16.47% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 85 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 120 |
Hearing | 78 |
Speech Communication | 43 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 87 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 03 |
Daily Living | 37 |
Environmental Adaptations | 25 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 04 |
Computers and Related | 35 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Loaned | 432 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 409 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 104 |
Representatives of Education | 63 |
Representatives of Employment | 27 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 75 |
Representative of Community Living | 52 |
Representative of Technology | 08 |
Total | 738 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 117 |
Service Provider | 309 |
Vendor | 83 |
Repair Service | 08 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 517 |
A client with low vision came to ATRC to see if there was a device that they could use to read printed documents. The client previously owned a CCTV but now needed a device with OCR capabilities as their vision deteriorated over time. The client was demonstrated various OCR devices that could meet their needs before making a purchase. The client immediately made their decision and purchased the Clearview plus with Speech to meet their immediate needs for daily living. The client did not need the previous CCTV which is in great working condition and decided to donate the device to ATRC to be used for future device demonstrations.
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 | 201 | 96 | 121 | 418 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 201 | 96 | 121 | 418 |
Have not made a decision | 06 | 03 | 05 | 14 |
Subtotal | 207 | 99 | 126 | 432 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 207 | 99 | 126 | 432 |
Performance on this measure | 97.1% | 96.97% | 96.03% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 702 | 95.12% |
Satisfied | 28 | 3.79% |
Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 1.08% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 738 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
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. | 27 | 24 | 20 | 71 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 06 | 00 | 06 | 12 |
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 | 33 | 24 | 26 | 83 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 33 | 24 | 26 | 83 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 33 | 24 | 26 | 83 |
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 | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 210 | 103 | 152 | 465 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 08 | 06 | 14 |
Subtotal | 210 | 111 | 158 | 479 |
Have not made a decision | 06 | 05 | 07 | 18 |
Subtotal | 216 | 116 | 165 | 497 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 216 | 116 | 165 | 497 |
Performance on this measure | 97.22% | 95.69% | 95.76% | 96.38% |
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 | 115 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 26 |
Representatives of Education | 277 |
Representatives of Employment | 69 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 82 |
Representatives of Community Living | 43 |
Representatives of Technology | 12 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 624 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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538 | 86 | 00 | 624 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 166 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 49 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 03 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 309 |
Transition | 97 |
Total | 624 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
ATRC coordinated an accessible technology workshop for professionals focusing on Disability Awareness/Sensitivity encompassing all individuals with disabilities. There were 50 registered attendees that attended the training including individuals who were skyped in from neighbor islands. The training consisted of: 1) Assistive Technologies that should be available 2) How to better communicate/interact with individuals with disabilities. The training was a success and was saved as a webinar for future use.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
ATRC coordinated a half day accessible technology workshop focusing on iPhone and iPad for students with disabilities (learning, vision, mobility, communication, and hearing) and professionals who service people with disabilities, parents, and teachers. There were 100 registered attendees that attended the workshop. These forms of technology continue to have a profound impact on the lives of students. Each year, the operating system is updated with new accessibility features, new apps, and new accessories. The workshop consisted of innovative ways to use the iPad camera, adapting the iPad and the apple pencil, and exploring new apps to support students with disabilities.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
ATRC was requested by several speech language pathologists to hold a two hour training program on Alternative Augmentative Communication Devices. These professionals were demonstrated communication apps on Apple and Android devices and were given in-depth instruction on how to edit and create symbolic templates of words and sentence structure to aid non-verbal individuals.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 03 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 03 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 0% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Education | 53% |
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Employment | 22% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 17% |
Representative of Community Living | 8% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
ATRC provided a technology exploration camp for children ages 5-14 with a variety of disabilities for two consecutive Saturdays. The technology camp has expanded the possibilities for the participants by exposing them to innovative ways of using computers and tablets to help communicate, connect, develop skills and interest in technology (i.e. video editing with green screen). ATRC will continue to provide exploration camps in the future.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
30 school teachers received technical assistance by ATRC on apps and software that will improve and aid students with reading and writing difficulties such as Dyslexia. ATRC provided quality technical assistance by demonstrating the various features of the Apple ipad and PC/Mac computers. They were supplied handouts with a wealth of different apps available to them depending on the students' needs such as word processing, text-to-speech, sentence structures, and other supports. They received an in-depth demonstration on how to activate built-in features like Apple dictation, Text-replacements, Safari Reader, and Speech The outcome of this particular technical assistance activity was that these professional educators were able to transfer their knowledge to the students so that they could read/create documents quicker with greater proficiency and productivity.
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. ATRC was requested to visit multiple High schools on the island of Oahu to share with SPED students and teachers on current AT software, apps, and techniques that will benefit them in the classroom to aid them with their homework and note-taking skills. These visits also included information/handouts on the different options students have on trialing and purchasing devices.
2. ATRC visited an assisted living home to share information with its residence and staff on daily living devices such as digital magnifiers, hearing amplifiers, phones, and smart home devices. The hour long presentation provided time to introduce and demonstrate such devices which residence have never been exposed to in the past and helped them be comfortable with the idea of possibly using AT technology to lead a more independent lifestyle.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 1,575 | 84 | 1,659 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 626 | 26 | 652 |
Representative of Education | 446 | 15 | 461 |
Representative of Employment | 284 | 26 | 310 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 205 | 16 | 221 |
Representative of Community Living | 184 | 11 | 195 |
Representative of Technology | 63 | 06 | 69 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 3,383 | 184 | 3,567 |
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? | 02 |
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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.
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) partnered with ATRC to fulfill its obligations to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. ATRC participated with DVR to provide 2 individuals with disabilities, a workplace experience for 2 months.
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.)
ATRC's employees actively participates in the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) and the Disability and Communications Access Board strategizing ways to promote partnerships with employers in the private sector so that together they can plan, develop, and make possible the fulfillment of the dreams for individuals with disabilities to live an independent and self-sufficient life. adrc@doh.hawaii.gov and health.health..gov.dcab
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Employment
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.
ATRC's Program Manager is an appointed member of the Disability and Communications Access Board. One of the Board's primary function is to serve as a public advocate of persons with disabilities by providing advice and recommendation on legislation, rules, procedures, and plans relating to persons with disabilities and their civil rights or service needs.
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.)
ATRC and Disability Communication Access Board (DCAB) amended the definition of "developmental disabilities" in section 333F-1, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to include children from birth to age 9 who have a substantial developmental delay or specific congenital or acquired condition and without services and supports, have a high probability of meeting criteria for developmental disabilities later in life. www.health.hawaii.gov/dcab/
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation
Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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