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 | 20 | 22 | 42 |
Approved Not made | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Rejected | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Total | 22 | 22 | 44 |
Lowest Income: | $7,200 | Highest Income: | $115,200 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$1,529,868 | 42 | $36,425 |
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 | 08 | 10 | 15 | 05 | 01 | 03 | 42 |
Percentage of Loans | 19.05% | 23.81% | 35.71% | 11.9% | 2.38% | 7.14% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 42 | 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 | 42 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 42 | $317,280 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 42 | $317,280 |
Lowest | 5.5% |
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Highest | 5.5% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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231 | 42 | 5.5% |
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% | 42 |
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 | 42 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 01 | $1,372 |
Hearing | 09 | $32,507 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 03 | $8,996 |
Daily living | 07 | $40,175 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 20 | $231,487 |
Computers and related | 02 | $2,743 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 42 | $317,280 |
Number Loans in default | 06 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $248 |
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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How would you describe this state financing activity? | Funding Eligibility Assistance |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 79 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 374 |
C. Total Served | 453 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 453 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
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Vision | 53 | $28,953 |
Hearing | 94 | $34,676 |
Speech communication | 35 | $112,812 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 14 | $9,215 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 77 | $70,276 |
Daily living | 117 | $33,312 |
Environmental adaptations | 36 | $60,875 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 16 | $103,482 |
Computers and related | 20 | $22,250 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 04 | $1,225 |
Total | 466 | $477,076 |
How would you describe this state financing activity? | telecommunications distribution |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 345 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 281 |
C. Total Served | 626 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 626 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
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Vision | 287 | $41,768 |
Hearing | 519 | $74,736 |
Speech communication | 15 | $2,160 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 10 | $1,440 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 30 | $4,320 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 861 | $124,424 |
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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Blake is nine years old and uses a power wheelchair at school in a neighboring school district that he and his family selected. He had to use a manual wheelchair at home since his family didn’t have an accessible vehicle. Blake’s mom contacted Assistive Technology for Kansans to see if there was any help available for them. After looking at van options with ATK staff, the family agreed they needed a van with a drop lift, passenger row removed for tie downs, and the front passenger seat removed with tie downs installed. ATK staff raised 1/3 of the van’s cost through nonprofit donations. Blake’s mom applied for a K-Loan to pay for the rest of the van. Now Blake has his power wheelchair at home and is reported to be “super talkative” now that’s he’s independent. The van is also a big asset to his grandfather who uses a power wheelchair and his five-year-old sister and Mom love it too. The family doesn’t have to pay for specialty transportation any longer and everyone is off to church, shopping, the park, and eating out. Life couldn’t be better.
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. | 37 | 39 | 904 | 980 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 59 | 60 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 17 | 18 |
4. Subtotal | 38 | 40 | 980 | 1,058 |
5. None of the above | 16 | 05 | 39 | 60 |
6. Subtotal | 54 | 45 | 1,019 | 1,118 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
8. Total | 54 | 45 | 1,022 | 1,121 |
9. Performance on this measure | 70.37% | 88.89% | 95.89% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 755 | 67.35% |
Satisfied | 256 | 22.84% |
Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 0.27% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 107 | 9.55% |
Total Surveyed | 1,121 | |
Response rate % | 90.45% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 00 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 835 |
C. Total | 835 |
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 | 835 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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 | 08 | $10,900 | $0 | $10,900 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 375 | $477,541 | $0 | $477,541 |
Daily Living | 447 | $255,854 | $0 | $255,854 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 01 | $1,100 | $0 | $1,100 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 04 | $3,279 | $0 | $3,279 |
Total | 835 | $748,674 | $0 | $748,674 |
My mom is so thankful for the power chair it enables her to move around so much easier and to be safe. She has severe neuropathy and diabetes and took a fall in the summer of 2016. She tried a walker, but it was difficult. One day she slipped on the kitchen floor and broke her right leg just below the knee. She had to have plates put in to set the bone. She was sent to rehab for therapy but had too many strength issues to start using a walker again. Rehab staff refused to dismiss her to her home unless she was mobile. She’s on a fixed income and couldn’t afford a power wheelchair. Thanks to Assistive Technology for Kansans reuse program, she got a power wheelchair and was able to go home. She also received a hospital bed and a commode. Mom says she’s thankful every day for the supports she received.
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. | 35 | 102 | 653 | 790 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 26 | 27 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
4. Subtotal | 36 | 102 | 684 | 822 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 12 | 12 |
6. Subtotal | 36 | 102 | 696 | 834 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
8. Total | 36 | 102 | 697 | 835 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 98.13% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 666 | 79.76% |
Satisfied | 161 | 19.28% |
Satisfied somewhat | 02 | 0.24% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 06 | 0.72% |
Total Surveyed | 835 | |
Response rate % | 99.28% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 304 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 01 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 170 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 13 |
Total | 488 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 377 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 16 |
Representative of Education | 49 |
Representative of Employment | 02 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 08 |
Representatives of Community Living | 31 |
Representatives of Technology | 05 |
Total | 488 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 04 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 32 |
Hearing | 26 |
Speech Communication | 96 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 168 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 87 |
Daily Living | 113 |
Environmental Adaptations | 07 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 01 |
Computers and Related | 67 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 09 |
Total | 606 |
A grandmother who was raising her two year old grandson with cerebral palsy contacted Assistive Technology for Kansans to borrow devices for standing, walking, learning and communicating. The grandmother and her grandson borrowed multiple devices in each of the AT categories. They prioritized his being able to independently walk so he could have the same experiences as other two year old children. After multiple loans, they selected a gait trainer and decided they were ready to pursue more independence in learning and communication. ATK staff loaned an iPad with a blue-tooth scanning switch to reduce fatigue and help him activate all areas of the touchscreen. Both devices were funded and the family continues to work with ATK to consider equipment needed as he grows.
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 | 71 | 02 | 200 | 273 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 09 | 00 | 14 | 23 |
Subtotal | 80 | 02 | 214 | 296 |
Have not made a decision | 03 | 00 | 05 | 08 |
Subtotal | 83 | 02 | 219 | 304 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 83 | 02 | 219 | 304 |
Performance on this measure | 96.39% | 100% | 97.72% |
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. | 98 | 41 | 45 | 184 |
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 | 98 | 41 | 45 | 184 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 98 | 41 | 45 | 184 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 98 | 41 | 45 | 184 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 390 | 79.92% |
Satisfied | 87 | 17.83% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 11 | 2.25% |
Total Surveyed | 488 | |
Response rate % | 97.75% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 74 |
Hearing | 55 |
Speech Communication | 55 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 130 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 34 |
Daily Living | 43 |
Environmental Adaptations | 18 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 04 |
Computers and Related | 25 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 09 |
Total # of Devices Loaned | 447 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 428 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 124 |
Representatives of Education | 44 |
Representatives of Employment | 22 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 78 |
Representative of Community Living | 50 |
Representative of Technology | 08 |
Total | 754 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 1,359 |
Service Provider | 687 |
Vendor | 453 |
Repair Service | 418 |
Others | 48 |
Total | 2,965 |
Kirk wants to work from home and needed technology to help him achieve his goal. He worked with Assistive Technology for Kansans staff and Kansas Rehabilitation Services to determine what technology he needed since he is blind and has arthritis. After device and software demonstrations and short-term loans, he received a laptop with JAWS, Duxbury, and Open Book; a scanner; a smart phone with tactile markers; and a Braille Focus 40 for Braille display. He is studying to pass the exam to work as a vision specialist serving individuals living in rural Kansas.
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 | 99 | 94 | 164 | 357 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 01 | 12 | 14 |
Subtotal | 100 | 95 | 176 | 371 |
Have not made a decision | 16 | 06 | 45 | 67 |
Subtotal | 116 | 101 | 221 | 438 |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 08 | 09 |
Total | 117 | 101 | 229 | 447 |
Performance on this measure | 85.47% | 94.06% | 76.86% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 546 | 72.41% |
Satisfied | 185 | 24.54% |
Satisfied somewhat | 02 | 0.27% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.13% |
Nonrespondent | 20 | 2.65% |
Total | 754 | |
Response rate % | 97.35% |
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. | 72 | 141 | 1,557 | 1,770 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 100 | 41 | 130 | 271 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 22 | 23 |
4. Subtotal | 172 | 183 | 1,709 | 2,064 |
5. None of the above | 16 | 05 | 51 | 72 |
6. Subtotal | 188 | 188 | 1,760 | 2,136 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
8. Total | 188 | 188 | 1,764 | 2,140 |
9. Performance on this measure | 91.49% | 97.34% | 96.88% | 96.45% |
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 | 170 | 96 | 364 | 630 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 10 | 01 | 26 | 37 |
Subtotal | 180 | 97 | 390 | 667 |
Have not made a decision | 19 | 06 | 50 | 75 |
Subtotal | 199 | 103 | 440 | 742 |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 08 | 09 |
Total | 200 | 103 | 448 | 751 |
Performance on this measure | 90% | 94.17% | 87.05% | 88.81% |
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 | 1,088 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 878 |
Representatives of Education | 236 |
Representatives of Employment | 222 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 520 |
Representatives of Community Living | 322 |
Representatives of Technology | 12 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 3,278 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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412 | 2,752 | 114 | 3,278 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 237 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 227 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 56 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 2,473 |
Transition | 285 |
Total | 3,278 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Assistive Technology for Kansans partnered with Families Together, Inc., the state's parent training organization, to host "Mothers Matter Too" event. Moms, grandmothers, and foster moms wanted to learn about education and health resources, effective advocacy strategies, and to meet with other moms to gain tips on reducing stress. ATK and Families Together staff shared information in a relaxing environment that allowed moms to learn while receiving facials, manicures, and massages. ATK staff met one on one with each attendee to discuss possible AT solutions. Gift baskets with treats and resource information were given to each mom and to the cosmetologists and massage therapists for use with future customers.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) collaborated with Kansas Youth Empowerment Academy to conduct a week long Transition Academy. Twenty-five transition-age students who demonstrated leadership skills were selected from across the state. ATK staff conducted a half-day workshop on assistive technology and each student received one to one assistance in developing an AT plan at the Academy. ATK staff met with students after they returned home to help them acquire needed technology to pursue their personal goals.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff conducted 2 half-day workshops on how to develop accessible Word and PowerPoint documents. The target audience was 56 staff from ATK's four subcontracting agencies. The impact of the workshops was to increase people with disabilities access to accessible information and training documents and to increase awareness about the need for IT by the subcontracting agencies.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 03 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 37 |
No known outcome at this time | 16 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 56 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 71.4% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 20% |
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Employment | 20% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 30% |
Representative of Community Living | 10% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 20% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center at The University of Kansas Medical Center annually hosts a Parkinson's Disease Symposium that attracts over 1,000 individuals with Parkinson's and their care givers. KU Medical Center staff invited Assistive Technology for Kansans to share information about assistive technology services and provide short demonstrations of devices that could benefit individuals with Parkinson's. Durig the course of the event, ATK staff developed relationships with KU Medical Center staff and caregiver support groups. Plans are underway with KU Medical Center staff to replicate this event in other regions of the state and collaboration on an equipment lending library serving individuals with Parkinson's. Community recreation organizations and caregiver support groups are coordinating education outreach events in two different regions with a focus on how accessible recreation opportunities can help address some symptoms of the disease in addition to us
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Kansas Medicaid contacted Assistive Technology for Kansans for assistance in developing standards of practice for specialty seating clinics. ATK staff contacted specialty clinics in five states and reviewed standards issued by RESNA and Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services. A summary of this information and recommendations made by ATK staff served as the foundation for revision of Medicaid policy and practices. Specifically, these revisions resulted in 1. addition of 2 new seating clinic locations; 2. expanded coverage of seating clinic costs to all ages, formerly only children were covered; and 3. increased reimbursement rates to providers of specialty seating.
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. Assistive Technology for Kansans co-sponsored the Lawrence Community Theatre 2016-2017 season. Playbills, electronic ads in community medical offices, and social media promoted the need for donation of high cost, lightly used durable medical equipment. This effort targeted recruitment of active, well-connected members of a mid-size community to serve as ambassadors for ATK services and specifically for the ATK reuse program. Demonstration and information was shared at matinee and evening performances which resulted in an increase in donations and identification of new community partners. ATK is planning to repeat this effort in another community in the coming year while continuing to sponsor the coming season in Theatre Lawrence.
2. Members of the Sac and Fox Nation invited Assistive Technology for Kansans staff to participate in health and employment fairs open to all their members. ATK staff provided device demonstrations and arranged for short-term loan of devices at both events. As a result of these efforts, Native Americans contacted ATK staff for assistance in identifying employment and daily solutions. The Sac and Fox Council has invited ATK to provide demonstrations and information about low-end, home-made learning technology for young children in the coming year.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 2,473 | 917 | 3,390 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 2,716 | 748 | 3,464 |
Representative of Education | 898 | 97 | 995 |
Representative of Employment | 208 | 98 | 306 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 1,023 | 1,148 | 2,171 |
Representative of Community Living | 845 | 732 | 1,577 |
Representative of Technology | 148 | 72 | 220 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 8,311 | 3,812 | 12,123 |
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.
Assistive Technology for Kansans advocated for coverage of tablets in the Telecommunications Access Program managed by the Kansas Corporation Commission. Tablet technologies would increase telecommunications access for people with vision, hearing, mobility, speech, and cognitive disabilities. Data and descriptions for other state TAP were provided to Kansas Corporation Commission representatives.
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.)
Kansas Corporation Commission passed a regulation that added tablet technologies to the list of approved telecommunications devices in Kansas.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Technology (ICT accessibility and AT
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.
Assistive Technology for Kansans advocated for increased reimbursement to consumers who are eligible for a smart phone through the Telecommunications Access Program. ATK staff collected information rate from other states to document that the reimbursement rate was low when compared to actual costs in the current market.
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.)
Kansas Corporation Commission passed a regulation that increased the reimbursement rate from $350 to $450 for a smart phone.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Technology (ICT accessibility and AT
Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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Public/State Agency | $13,000 | Training |
Federal | $180,000 | Demonstration |
Federal | $45,000 | Demonstration |
Public/State Agency | $285,000 | Reuse |
Public/State Agency | $192,500 | Demonstration |
Public/State Agency | $22,000 | Device Loan |
Private | $1,928 | State Financing |
Public/State Agency | $167,670 | Demonstration |
Amount: $907,098 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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