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 | 06 | 00 | 06 |
Approved Not made | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 07 | 00 | 07 |
Lowest Income: | $10,668 | Highest Income: | $117,216 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$321,058 | 06 | $53,510 |
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 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 06 |
Percentage of Loans | 16.67% | 0% | 33.33% | 16.67% | 0% | 33.33% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 06 | 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 | 06 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 06 | $44,565 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 06 | $44,565 |
Lowest | 5.75% |
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Highest | 5.75% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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35 | 06 | 5.75% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 06 |
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 | 06 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 02 | $15,559 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 02 | $13,285 |
Daily living | 02 | $15,721 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 06 | $44,565 |
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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The father of a 17-year-old young woman who is blind applied for a loan to purchase a Braille Notetaker for education and socialization purposes. The school district was unwilling to pay for the device and the family could not find any other funding sources. The applicant was approved for a $5,405 loan with a five year term at a rate of 5.75%. The device allows to recipient to learn and communicate more effectively.
A 65-year-old woman with rheumatoid arthritis applied for a loan to purchase and install a stair lift in her primary residence. She had fallen down the stairs several times. Unfortunately, her insurance would not cover the stair lift and she was unable to find any other funding sources. She was approved for a $15,000 loan with a five year term at a rate of 5.75%. She is now able to go up and down her stairs without assistance so she can access her bedroom and shower.
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 | 02 | 02 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
4. Subtotal | 01 | 01 | 03 | 05 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 02 | 03 | 06 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 02 | 03 | 06 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 50% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 06 | 100% |
Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 06 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 06 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 1,803 |
C. Total | 1,809 |
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 | 1,809 |
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 | 06 | $60 | $0 | $60 |
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 | 06 | $60 | $0 | $60 |
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 | 10 | $8,208 | $0 | $8,208 |
Hearing | 02 | $420 | $0 | $420 |
Speech Communication | 201 | $94,712 | $0 | $94,712 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 01 | $550 | $0 | $550 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 820 | $291,851 | $8,069 | $283,782 |
Daily Living | 725 | $69,781 | $423 | $69,358 |
Environmental Adaptations | 31 | $22,405 | $1,610 | $20,795 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 07 | $9,865 | $1,480 | $8,385 |
Computers and Related | 05 | $2,220 | $0 | $2,220 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | $89 | $0 | $89 |
Total | 1,803 | $500,101 | $11,582 | $488,519 |
A consumer with diabetes had a foot injury and swelling that prevented her from walking. She could not afford to buy a scooter or wheelchair and did not have insurance. A local reuse center was able to provide her with a free scooter that she could use to get around. The scooter raised her spirits considerably and increased her mobility.
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. | 04 | 09 | 543 | 556 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 136 | 136 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 105 | 11 | 140 | 256 |
4. Subtotal | 109 | 20 | 819 | 948 |
5. None of the above | 02 | 04 | 848 | 854 |
6. Subtotal | 111 | 24 | 1,667 | 1,802 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 07 | 07 |
8. Total | 111 | 24 | 1,674 | 1,809 |
9. Performance on this measure | 98.2% | 83.33% | 48.92% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,303 | 72.03% |
Satisfied | 506 | 27.97% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 1,809 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Data from our Voice Options pilot project funded by the California Public Utilities Commission was included in this year's report. 200 tablets with speech communication apps were distributed for open-ended loan.
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 1,124 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 153 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 358 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 89 |
Total | 1,724 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 838 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 410 |
Representative of Education | 253 |
Representative of Employment | 03 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 83 |
Representatives of Community Living | 63 |
Representatives of Technology | 74 |
Total | 1,724 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 188 |
Hearing | 96 |
Speech Communication | 249 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 130 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 321 |
Daily Living | 88 |
Environmental Adaptations | 128 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 09 |
Computers and Related | 940 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 34 |
Total | 2,183 |
A consumer contacted our device loan program because he needed help accessing his home after an upcoming surgery. His home has two stairs that made it inaccessible. The consumer was going to have surgery that would require he use a wheelchair for 6 to 8 weeks. Building a permanent ramp was not cost-effective as the consumer's situation was temporary. He met with an Assistive Technology (AT) Coordinator who provided assistance selecting two ramps. The consumer commented that borrowing the ramps from the device loan program was the best option because he could not obtain a ramp through his health insurance.
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 | 281 | 13 | 567 | 861 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 33 | 04 | 110 | 147 |
Subtotal | 314 | 17 | 677 | 1,008 |
Have not made a decision | 40 | 03 | 73 | 116 |
Subtotal | 354 | 20 | 750 | 1,124 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 354 | 20 | 750 | 1,124 |
Performance on this measure | 88.7% | 85% | 90.27% |
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. | 52 | 15 | 268 | 335 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 15 | 09 | 174 | 198 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 06 | 00 | 15 | 21 |
4. Subtotal | 73 | 24 | 457 | 554 |
5. None of the above | 11 | 05 | 30 | 46 |
6. Subtotal | 84 | 29 | 487 | 600 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 84 | 29 | 487 | 600 |
9. Performance on this measure | 86.9% | 82.76% | 93.84% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,459 | 84.63% |
Satisfied | 240 | 13.92% |
Satisfied somewhat | 21 | 1.22% |
Not at all satisfied | 04 | 0.23% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 1,724 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
The data includes short-term loans that were made in partnership with the Voice Options program, funded by the California Public Utilities Commission.
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 00 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 290 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
Daily Living | 18 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 13 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Loaned | 321 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 328 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 401 |
Representatives of Education | 18 |
Representatives of Employment | 02 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 24 |
Representative of Community Living | 11 |
Representative of Technology | 01 |
Total | 785 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 10 |
Service Provider | 25 |
Vendor | 00 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 341 |
Total | 376 |
A 19-year-old consumer and his mother came in to try out a tablet speech communication application. The consumer always had a difficult time communicating throughout his life. His mother tried different techniques, including pen and paper, and pointing to pictures to learn what her son needed. This proved difficult and often frustrating for her son. After trying out an iPad with the Proloquo4Text application, he was able to use the keyboard to communicate openly with his mother. His Mom had no idea of the thoughts running through her son's head until he was able to type them out. They were very excited to try out the app for a longer trial.
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 | 41 | 03 | 200 | 244 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 03 | 00 | 08 | 11 |
Subtotal | 44 | 03 | 208 | 255 |
Have not made a decision | 06 | 00 | 60 | 66 |
Subtotal | 50 | 03 | 268 | 321 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 50 | 03 | 268 | 321 |
Performance on this measure | 88% | 100% | 77.61% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 650 | 82.8% |
Satisfied | 54 | 6.88% |
Satisfied somewhat | 06 | 0.76% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 75 | 9.55% |
Total | 785 | |
Response rate % | 90.45% |
The device demonstrations were organized in partnership with the Voice Options project, funded by the California Public Utilities Commission.
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. | 56 | 24 | 813 | 893 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 16 | 09 | 311 | 336 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 111 | 12 | 155 | 278 |
4. Subtotal | 183 | 45 | 1,279 | 1,507 |
5. None of the above | 13 | 10 | 878 | 901 |
6. Subtotal | 196 | 55 | 2,157 | 2,408 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 07 | 07 |
8. Total | 196 | 55 | 2,164 | 2,415 |
9. Performance on this measure | 93.37% | 81.82% | 59.1% | 62.4% |
ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Not Met | Not 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 | 322 | 16 | 767 | 1,105 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 36 | 04 | 118 | 158 |
Subtotal | 358 | 20 | 885 | 1,263 |
Have not made a decision | 46 | 03 | 133 | 182 |
Subtotal | 404 | 23 | 1,018 | 1,445 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 404 | 23 | 1,018 | 1,445 |
Performance on this measure | 88.61% | 86.96% | 86.94% | 87.4% |
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 | 229 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 05 |
Representatives of Education | 36 |
Representatives of Employment | 05 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 63 |
Representatives of Community Living | 492 |
Representatives of Technology | 50 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 880 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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880 | 00 | 00 | 880 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 230 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 42 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 61 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 537 |
Transition | 10 |
Total | 880 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
In March, Ability Tools hosted a webinar training titled "Rebuild Credit and Increase Financial Stability." The presenter explored credit restoration and improvement strategies that will increase overall financial stability. Participants learned how credit works and what steps can be taken to restore poor credit and build new positive credit. They also learned about credit building tools and resources available in local communities. 34 people attended the online training from around California. The training is also posted on the Ability Tools website for independent viewing.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
In February, Ability Tools hosted a webinar training titled "Tools for Transition" that was marketed to transition-aged youth. The training focused on assistive technology to aid young adults transition from high school to the adult world. The presenter introduced different types of technology that are useful in high school, college, in the workplace and to help foster independence. Attendees learned about various technologies to help older students and adults with disabilities and where to obtain that technology. 55 people attended the webinar training from around California. The training is also posted on the Ability Tools website for independent viewing.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
In November, Ability Tools hosted a training for staff of all of the locations that would be providing demonstrations, short-term loans and long-term loans of iPads loaded with 5 AAC apps. The new pilot project, titled "Voice Options" is funded by the California Public Utilities Commission. The 2-day, in-person training gave the staff the specific information they needed to be able to successfully demonstrate the communication apps. 18 staff members attended the training representing 12 sites.
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 | 60 |
Nonrespondent | 01 |
Total | 61 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 0% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Education | 20% |
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Employment | 20% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 20% |
Representative of Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 40% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Throughout 2017, Ability Tools worked in collaboration with the California Office of Emergency Services to provide Assistive Technology technical assistance to support consumers across California that were impacted by a natural disaster. Californians with disabilities were displaced because of flooding and fires. Through technical assistance with OES and the AT Exchange, Ability Tools provided those who were placed in shelters a range of AT from, transfer boards, walkers, wheelchairs, scooters and commodes. In addition, we provided technical assistance on how to get the equipment to the individuals in need at the shelters, how to create better access and provide onsite assistance.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
In early Fall Ability Tools was contacted by a parent of a young girl with Leukemia who had been hospitalized. The child was receiving home school services, but was missing out on the socialization parts of her education. Ability Tools identified ways that the child could participate in school and have contact with her peers by using the VGo robotic device from the AT Exchange. Ability Tools provided technical assistance to the family and the school on how to use the VGo. The child is now able to participate in school whether she is at the hospital or at home.
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. In April, an Ability Tools site hosted an open house designed to introduce the Voice Options Program Pilot Project in the San Jose area. The Voice Options Pilot Project is funded by the California Public Utilities Commission. The program is designed for individuals that self identify as having a speech disability to try out speech apps on an iPad. If it works for them, then they may receive a long-term loan of an iPad with their favorite speech application to use as a communication device. 50 people attended.The first part of the open house was a general overview of the Voice Options program and speech applications that are offered. After the general overview, participants joined rotating small groups to be introduced to each of the 5 apps offered. Many of the attendees asked for additional information and requested appointments with the center staff to request a demonstration and short-term loan.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 4,496 | 692 | 5,188 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 897 | 217 | 1,114 |
Representative of Education | 1,388 | 484 | 1,872 |
Representative of Employment | 265 | 90 | 355 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 181 | 27 | 208 |
Representative of Community Living | 80 | 42 | 122 |
Representative of Technology | 39 | 05 | 44 |
Unable to Categorize | 372 | 85 | 457 |
Total | 7,718 | 1,642 | 9,360 |
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? | 01 |
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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.
During this reporting period, the California Assistive Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) developed a Program Evaluation subcommittee to review, discuss and provide recommendations on improving the AT State level activities.
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.)
The California Assistive Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) approved recommendations reported by the ATAC Program Evaluation subcommittee to better engage communities statewide as well as statewide AT activities outcome . Summary of minutes and recommendations can be found at the following web link: http://www.rehab.cahwnet.gov/Boards-and-Committees/Documents/2017090716205307-20-2017-ATAC-Program-Eval-Committee-Meeting-Minutes.rtf
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Community Living
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? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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Federal | $1,960,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
Public/State Agency | $936,578 | Reuse |
Amount: $2,896,578 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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