National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Missouri 2017
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
||
| Approved Loan made | 26 | 04 | 30 |
| Approved Not made | 03 | 01 | 04 |
| Rejected | 11 | 04 | 15 |
| Total | 40 | 09 | 49 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $7,938 | Highest Income: | $90,642 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $1,192,730 | 30 | $39,758 |
| 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 |
||
| Number of Loans | 04 | 11 | 06 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 30 |
| Percentage of Loans | 13.33% | 36.67% | 20% | 6.67% | 10% | 13.33% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 30 | 100% |
| Partnership Loans | 0% | |
| Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
| With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 30 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 30 | $127,186 |
| Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 30 | $127,186 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 2% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 4% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | 30 | 3.36666666666667% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 04 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 26 |
| 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 | 30 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 13 | $39,262 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 04 | $11,627 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 08 | $41,177 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 05 | $35,120 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 30 | $127,186 |
6. Defaults
| Number Loans in default | 06 |
|---|---|
| Net loss for loans in default | $8,353 |
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 |
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Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Kids Assistive Technology Program |
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2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 227 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 68 |
| C. Total Served | 295 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 273 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 22 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Schools had obligation to provide AT
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 64 | $182,233 |
| Hearing | 51 | $101,523 |
| Speech communication | 93 | $124,074 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 55 | $54,476 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 04 | $12,049 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 06 | $24,157 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 07 | $32,555 |
| Computers and related | 14 | $21,015 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 01 | $506 |
| Total | 295 | $552,588 |
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
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 1,095 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 496 |
| C. Total Served | 1,591 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 1,591 |
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
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 624 | $376,547 |
| Hearing | 1,119 | $114,093 |
| Speech communication | 10 | $3,514 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 49 | $17,291 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 17 | $4,555 |
| Environmental adaptations | 05 | $204 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 222 | $52,441 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 2,046 | $568,645 |
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? | 00 |
|---|
D. Anecdote
As a registered nurse at a large metropolitan hospital, Dennis's job is demanding. The care of ill and injured patients requires the use of all ones senses. Dennis, though, has a bilateral hearing loss, which necessitate wearing hearing aids. When his audiologist recommended digital hearing aids with directional microphones to help him at work, Dennis wondered how he would afford them. A Show-Me loan through MoAT allowed Dennis to finance new hearing aids, maintain his employment and better understand what was happening in his fast paced work environment.
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 | 01 | 1,633 | 1,634 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 07 | 08 |
| 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 | 1,640 | 1,642 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 1,641 | 1,643 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 02 | 1,641 | 1,643 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 99.94% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 500 | 26.1% |
| Satisfied | 39 | 2.04% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 0.16% |
| Not at all satisfied | 04 | 0.21% |
| Nonrespondent | 1,370 | 71.5% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,916 | |
| Response rate % | 28.5% |
G. Notes:
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 18 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 2,090 |
| C. Total | 2,108 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure | 18 |
| 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 | 2,090 |
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
| 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 | 08 | $34,625 | $7,300 | $27,325 |
| Daily Living | 05 | $2,910 | $910 | $2,000 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 08 | $211,095 | $103,995 | $107,100 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 21 | $248,630 | $112,205 | $136,425 |
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 | 39 | $21,737 | $30 | $21,707 |
| Hearing | 39 | $5,058 | $35 | $5,023 |
| Speech Communication | 01 | $100 | $0 | $100 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 01 | $500 | $0 | $500 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 1,387 | $655,435 | $19,160 | $636,275 |
| Daily Living | 1,327 | $308,570 | $9,780 | $298,790 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 17 | $7,873 | $70 | $7,803 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 07 | $7,699 | $0 | $7,699 |
| Computers and Related | 04 | $390 | $5 | $385 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 15 | $5,697 | $75 | $5,622 |
| Total | 2,837 | $1,013,059 | $29,155 | $983,904 |
D. Anecdote
Kay, a part-time substitute teacher in Southeast Missouri, relies on a straight cane to ambulate due to an automobile accident that resulted in a broken pelvis. When her cane came up missing, her ability to work was effected. SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence, a MoAT assistive technology re-use partner, was able to quickly provide Kay a straight cane that allowed her to get back to the classroom.
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. | 01 | 08 | 514 | 523 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 02 | 1,473 | 1,475 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 04 | 83 | 88 |
| 4. Subtotal | 02 | 14 | 2,070 | 2,086 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
| 6. Subtotal | 02 | 14 | 2,074 | 2,090 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 02 | 14 | 2,074 | 2,090 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.81% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,250 | 59.3% |
| Satisfied | 412 | 19.54% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 12 | 0.57% |
| Not at all satisfied | 03 | 0.14% |
| Nonrespondent | 431 | 20.45% |
| Total Surveyed | 2,108 | |
| Response rate % | 79.55% |
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) | 649 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 18 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 00 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 10 |
| Total | 677 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 02 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
| Representative of Education | 466 |
| Representative of Employment | 10 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 152 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 35 |
| Representatives of Technology | 12 |
| Total | 677 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 42 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 172 |
| Hearing | 61 |
| Speech Communication | 828 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 342 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
| Daily Living | 09 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 115 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 318 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total | 1,845 |
E. Anecdote
10-year old Daniel has a lot to say. He just didn't have a way to say it. A student in a Kansas City area elementary school, Daniel is non-verbal and has a diagnosis of autism. Daniel's school district borrowed a Nova Chat speech generating device from MoAT's device loan program to trial with Daniel. He thrived using the device throughout the school day and his world opened up with an abundance of communication opportunities.
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 | 330 | 09 | 129 | 468 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 117 | 01 | 27 | 145 |
| Subtotal | 447 | 10 | 156 | 613 |
| Have not made a decision | 19 | 01 | 06 | 26 |
| Subtotal | 466 | 11 | 162 | 639 |
| Nonrespondent | 10 | 00 | 00 | 10 |
| Total | 476 | 11 | 162 | 649 |
| Performance on this measure | 94.6% | 90.91% | 96.3% | |
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. | 09 | 00 | 19 | 28 |
| 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 | 09 | 00 | 19 | 28 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 09 | 00 | 19 | 28 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 09 | 00 | 19 | 28 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 625 | 92.32% |
| Satisfied | 43 | 6.35% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 1.18% |
| Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.15% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 677 | |
| 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 | 552 |
| Hearing | 787 |
| Speech Communication | 31 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 19 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 357 |
| Daily Living | 441 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 26 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 02 |
| Computers and Related | 58 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 09 |
| Total # of Devices Loaned | 2,282 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 2,245 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 642 |
| Representatives of Education | 408 |
| Representatives of Employment | 28 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 71 |
| Representative of Community Living | 39 |
| Representative of Technology | 03 |
| Total | 3,436 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 668 |
| Service Provider | 720 |
| Vendor | 249 |
| Repair Service | 02 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 1,639 |
D. Anecdote
When Esther came to Services for Independent Living (SIL) in Columbia for a demonstration of low-vision equipment, she really didn’t know what to expect. By the time she left, she was well aware of the many useful devices that could help her overcome the barriers low vision places in her way. From low-tech to high-tech, from hand-held magnifiers to computers, from services to funding, the highly trained assistive technology staff at SIL addressed her immediate needs and introduced her to potential assistive technology options for the future.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 34 | 48 | 2,142 | 2,224 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 01 | 39 | 42 |
| Subtotal | 36 | 49 | 2,181 | 2,266 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 02 | 14 | 16 |
| Subtotal | 36 | 51 | 2,195 | 2,282 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 36 | 51 | 2,195 | 2,282 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 96.08% | 99.36% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,925 | 56.02% |
| Satisfied | 289 | 8.41% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 0.23% |
| Not at all satisfied | 06 | 0.17% |
| Nonrespondent | 1,208 | 35.16% |
| Total | 3,436 | |
| Response rate % | 64.84% |
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. | 10 | 09 | 2,166 | 2,185 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 03 | 1,480 | 1,483 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 04 | 83 | 88 |
| 4. Subtotal | 11 | 16 | 3,729 | 3,756 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
| 6. Subtotal | 11 | 16 | 3,734 | 3,761 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 11 | 16 | 3,734 | 3,761 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.87% | 99.87% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Met/Not Met | Met | Met | 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 | 364 | 57 | 2,271 | 2,692 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 119 | 02 | 66 | 187 |
| Subtotal | 483 | 59 | 2,337 | 2,879 |
| Have not made a decision | 19 | 03 | 20 | 42 |
| Subtotal | 502 | 62 | 2,357 | 2,921 |
| Nonrespondent | 10 | 00 | 00 | 10 |
| Total | 512 | 62 | 2,357 | 2,931 |
| Performance on this measure | 94.34% | 95.16% | 99.15% | 98.23% |
| 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
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 1,038 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 430 |
| Representatives of Education | 1,355 |
| Representatives of Employment | 199 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 793 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 589 |
| Representatives of Technology | 13 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 4,417 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,989 | 1,424 | 04 | 4,417 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 2,217 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 424 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 37 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 1,661 |
| Transition | 78 |
| Total | 4,417 |
B. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
With the establishment of a state task force on Dyselxia, an effort was placed on assuring that assistive technology was known and considered as an appropriate support to help address the needs of students with dyslexia in schools. John Effinger, who has 25+ years of experience with assistive technology and schools, conducted 4 trainings across the state to approximately 300 parents, school district personnel and individuals from the rehabilitation community.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
To an audience composed of school-based transition coordinators and students with disabilities preparing to transition from school, program director David Baker presented on the need to include assistive technology within the transition plan. The approximately 60 attendees were introduced to why consideration of AT during the transition process is important and provided a roadmap of how to assess current and future AT needs within the context of transition. Assuring that students know and are able to obtain AT upon transition to work or post-secondary environments was the objective of the presentation.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Three sessions of the Power Up Conference were dedicated to Information Communication Technology issues identified as being of primary importance. These sessions included JAWS for IT developers, web accessibility testing tools and PDF accessibility. Session instructors were AT user and accessibility advocated Gretchen Maune, web developer/web accessibility coordinator for the state of Missouri, Lainie Strange and Kevin Lanahan, also an accessibility coordinator within Missouri state government. There were 37 individual attendees at these three sessions. Members were a mix of web developers/IT professionals from state government, independent living centers and school districts who it is hoped increased accessibility skills, knowledge and competencies.
D. 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 | 26 |
| No known outcome at this time | 11 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 37 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 70.3% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 57% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 19% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
| Representative of Community Living | 24% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
David Baker, MoAT director with 20+ years of assistive technology background, spearheaded an initiative with the Division of Workforce Development, Vocational Rehabilitation and Rehabilitation Services for the Blind to develop policies and procedures for Missouri’s Career Centers that will result in each Career Center providing an array of assistive technologies and related services that enhance accessibility for job seekers with disabilities. The policies and procedures were adopted by DWD for statewide implementation.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Occupational therapist Rhonda Hughes of MoAT’s staff providesd technical assistance to Money Follows the Person transition coordinators statewide on the selection and acquisition of assistive devices. Technical assistance activities take a variety of forms including on-site visits, staff training and phone consultations. The technical assistance provided helps ensure that Missourians transitioning to the community are able to obtain assistive devices that meets their needs, improved their safety and increase community access.
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. An aging and minority outreach activity was engaged in during this reporting period. Related activities included a series of lunch-time programs given at Area Agency for Aging senior centers in the Kansas City area and participation at a minority and aging event in mid-Missouri. The focus of this initiative campaign was to provide general awareness of assistive technology and draw connections between current barriers and potential solutions among participants. Cumulatively, 250 individuals were reached, with between 10 and 15% following up for services or related matters. There were two parts to this endeavor which reached 250 individuals.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 2,276 | 878 | 3,154 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 671 | 311 | 982 |
| Representative of Education | 2,760 | 15 | 2,775 |
| Representative of Employment | 188 | 05 | 193 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 1,025 | 48 | 1,073 |
| Representative of Community Living | 2,525 | 51 | 2,576 |
| Representative of Technology | 444 | 04 | 448 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 9,889 | 1,312 | 11,201 |
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
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
|---|---|---|
| Public/State Agency | $500,000 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $1,400,570 | State Financing |
| Federal | $178,142 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $80,000 | State Financing |
| Amount: $2,158,712 |
B. Leveraged Funding for Activities Not in State Plan (data not previously reported in other activity sections)
| 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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