National Assistive Technology Act Data System

Annual Progress Report - Full Report

Oregon 2017

General Information

Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)

State AT Program Title:
Oregon Statewide Assistive Technology Program
State AT Program Title:
State AT Program URL
www.accesstechnologiesinc.org
Mailing Address:
2225 Lancaster Drive NE
City:
Salem
State:
OR
Zip Code:
97305
Program Email:
info@accesstechnologiesinc.org
Phone:
503-361-1201
TTY:
503-370-4530

Lead Agency

Agency Name:
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Mailing Address:
500 Summer Street NE E87
City:
Salem
State:
OR
Zip Code:
97301
Program URL:
www.oregon.gov/dhs

Implementing Entity

Name of Implementing Agency:
Access Technologies, Inc.
Mailing Address:
2225 Lancaster Drive NE
City
Salem
State:
OR
Zip Code:
97305
Program URL:
www.accesstechnologiesinc.org

Program Director and Other Contacts

Program Director for State AT Program (last, first):
Brooks, Laurie
Title:
President
Phone:
503-361-1201
E-mail:
info@accesstechnologiesinc.org
Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):
Lee, Trina
Title:
VR Director
Phone:
503-945-5880
E-mail:
trina.m.lee@state.or.us
Primary Contact at Implementing Agency (last, first) - If applicable:
Brooks, Laurie
Title:
President
Phone:
503-361-1201
E-mail:
info@accesstechnologiesinc.org

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):
Brooks, Laurie
Title:
President
Phone:
503-361-1201
E-mail:
info@accesstechnologiesinc.org

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):
Lee, Trina
Title:
VR Director
Phone:
503-945-5880
E-mail:
trina.m.lee@state.or.us

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

Loan Applications
Area of Residence Total
Metro
RUCC 1-3
Non-Metro
RUCC 4-9
Approved Loan made 11 01 12
Approved Not made 04 01 05
Rejected 04 00 04
Total 19 02 21

2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made

Lowest/Highest Incomes
Lowest Income: $325 Highest Income: $12,802

Average Income
Sum of Incomes Loans Made Average Annual Income
$428,172 12 $35,681

Number and Percentage of Loans Made to Applicants by Income Range
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 02 03 00 02 01 12
Percentage of Loans 33.33% 16.67% 25% 0% 16.67% 8.33% 100%

3. Loan Type

Loan Type
Type of Loan Number of Loans Percentage of loans
Revolving Loans 12 100%
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 12 100%

Loan Type Summary
Type of Loan Number of Loans Dollar Value of Loans
Revolving Loans 12 $46,014
Partnership Loans 00 $0
Total 12 $46,014

4. Interest Rates

Interest Rates
Lowest 0%
Highest 0%

Interest Rate Summary
Sum of Interest Rates Number of Loans Made Average Interest Rate
60 12 5%

Number of Loans Made by Interest Rate
Interest Rate Number of loans
0.0% to 2.0% 00
2.1% to 4.0% 00
4.1% to 6.0% 12
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 12

5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed

Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
Type of AT Number of Devices Financed Dollar Value of Loans
Vision 01 $325
Hearing 03 $14,908
Speech communication 00 $0
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 07 $17,979
Daily living 00 $0
Environmental adaptations 00 $0
Vehicle modification and transportation 01 $12,802
Computers and related 00 $0
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0
Total 12 $46,014

6. Defaults

Defaults
Number Loans in default 00
Net loss for loans in default $0

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
Activity 1
How would you describe this state financing activity? No Cost Consumer Services - NDBEDP
2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
Geographic Distribution
County of Residence Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) 120
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) 00
C. Total Served 120

Performance Measure Number
Performance Measure Number
D. Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 120

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
Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Type of AT Device / Service Number of Devices
Funded
Value of
AT Provided
Vision 61 $28,915
Hearing 83 $24,496
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 00 $0
Computers and related 00 $0
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0
Total 144 $53,411

Activity 2
How would you describe this state financing activity? last resort activity
2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
Geographic Distribution
County of Residence Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) 35
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) 00
C. Total Served 35

Performance Measure Number
Performance Measure Number
D. Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 35

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
Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Type of AT Device / Service Number of Devices
Funded
Value of
AT Provided
Vision 03 $135
Hearing 00 $0
Speech communication 00 $0
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 31 $1,350
Daily living 01 $45
Environmental adaptations 00 $0
Vehicle modification and transportation 00 $0
Computers and related 01 $45
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0
Total 36 $1,575

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? 01
Activity 1
How would you describe this state financing activity? cooperative buying activity
2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
Geographic Distribution
County of Residence Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) 376
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) 06
C. Total Served 382

Performance Measure Number
Performance Measure Number
D. Excluded from Performance Measure 00
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures 382

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
Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
Type of AT Device / Service Number Provided Total Estimated
Current Retail
Purchase Price
Total Price for
Which Devices
Were Sold
Savings
to Consumers
Vision 02 $120 $90 $30
Hearing 00 $0 $0 $0
Speech communication 00 $0 $0 $0
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0 $0 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 183 $28,192 $12,764 $15,428
Daily living 345 $25,053 $14,222 $10,831
Environmental adaptations 07 $1,849 $1,425 $424
Vehicle modification and transportation 00 $0 $0 $0
Computers and related 01 $211 $206 $5
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0 $0 $0
Total 538 $55,425 $28,707 $26,718

D. Anecdote

AJ, a single father supporting four children, says he learned how to budget when he had to stop working after breaking his neck. He pays his bills on time, however since he uses cash, he has not established any credit history or a savings account; making it difficult when he needed financing to purchase a motorized scooter. But then, thru Northwest Access Fund, AJ received a low interest loan for the scooter; helping him maintain his independence, ability to care for his children and start to build a credit history.

Impact Area

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

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. 19 55 468 542
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 00 00 06 06
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 19 56 474 549
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 19 56 474 549
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 19 56 474 549
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 495 90.16%
Satisfied 53 9.65%
Satisfied somewhat 01 0.18%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 549
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Reutilization

A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices

Activity Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity
A. Device Exchange 22
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan 71
C. Total 93

Performance Measure
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 93

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

Device Exchange
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 15 $15,755 $5,919 $9,836
Daily Living 04 $1,480 $655 $825
Environmental Adaptations 02 $3,150 $1,550 $1,600
Vehicle Modification & Transportation 01 $100,000 $45,000 $55,000
Computers and Related 00 $0 $0 $0
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 00 $0 $0 $0
Total 22 $120,385 $53,124 $67,261

C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
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 15 $10,014 $758 $9,256
Hearing 02 $575 $20 $555
Speech Communication 06 $12,200 $15 $12,185
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 00 $0 $0 $0
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 30 $29,734 $3,598 $26,136
Daily Living 09 $518 $39 $479
Environmental Adaptations 06 $1,326 $395 $931
Vehicle Modification & Transportation 01 $400 $0 $400
Computers and Related 07 $335 $8 $327
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 02 $7,000 $150 $6,850
Total 78 $62,102 $4,983 $57,119

D. Anecdote

An individual contacted the Oregon AT Program late one evening to inquire about a beach wheelchair that had just been posted on the Program’s Reuse MarketPlace. The wife was so excited to learn the following day that the chair was still available, and explained that her husband had grown up on along the coast, but had not been able to get onto the beach since he was 10 years old. Their 27th wedding anniversary was approaching and with this chair, her gift to him would be a walk on the beach, and the gift to herself was realizing a savings of $4,850.

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

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. 04 22 67 93
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 04 22 67 93
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 04 22 67 93
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 04 22 67 93
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 63 67.74%
Satisfied 29 31.18%
Satisfied somewhat 01 1.08%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 93
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Device Loan

A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose

Loans By Purpose
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan Number
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) 105
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding 12
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation 227
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity 00
Total 344

B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower

Loans By Borrower Type
Type of Individual or Entity Number of Device Borrowers
Individuals with Disabilities 158
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives 152
Representative of Education 12
Representative of Employment 03
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 11
Representatives of Community Living 08
Representatives of Technology 00
Total 344

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days 30

D. Types of Devices Loaned

Types of Devices Loaned
Type of AT Device Number
Vision 72
Hearing 13
Speech Communication 111
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 97
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 88
Daily Living 08
Environmental Adaptations 102
Vehicle Modification and Transportation 00
Computers and Related 48
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 22
Total 561

E. Anecdote

The parents of a young boy who is non-verbal contacted the Oregon AT Program to borrow an iPad with a specific communication app. As the parents explained, they had seen the app during a recent demonstration, but before the insurance company would agree to fund an iPad and the app, it was necessary to provide documentation showing the child could successfully communicate using this technology. The parents were excited when they returned the iPad, sharing that their son talked up a storm, and now had his own iPad and communication system; courtesy of their insurance company.

Impact Area

F. Access Performance Measures

Access Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 15 09 81 105
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 15 09 81 105
Have not made a decision 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 15 09 81 105
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 15 09 81 105
Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

G. Acquisition Performance Measures

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. 14 09 207 230
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 00 05 04 09
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 14 14 211 239
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 14 14 211 239
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 14 14 211 239
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 313 90.99%
Satisfied 27 7.85%
Satisfied somewhat 04 1.16%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 344
Response rate % 100%

I. Notes:

Device Demonstration

A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type

Demonstrations by Device Type
Type of AT Device / Service Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services
Vision 284
Hearing 211
Speech Communication 189
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 203
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 211
Daily Living 364
Environmental Adaptations 216
Vehicle Modification and Transportation 05
Computers and Related 272
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 12
Total # of Devices Loaned 1,967

B. Types of Participants

Demonstrations by Participant Type
Type of Participant Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations
Individuals with Disabilities 905
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives 725
Representatives of Education 396
Representatives of Employment 636
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation 581
Representative of Community Living 979
Representative of Technology 20
Total 4,242

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program) 1,161
Service Provider 383
Vendor 1,089
Repair Service 25
Others 00
Total 2,658

D. Anecdote

Mary had a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) at age two. Now at age 67, she finds herself looking for work while also completing her Masters Degree. Mary scheduled a guided demonstration at the Oregon AT Program to learn about assistive technology devices that could help her overcome barriers associated with memory loss and vision difficulties. During the demonstration Mary explored a number of free apps that she could use on her smartphone to assist with memory deficits as well as hand-held magnification devices to accommodate her vision needs. With the increased understanding about these technologies, Mary was able to work with her vocational rehabilitation counselor to receive a video magnifier, assistance downloading the free cognition app, and training on the new technologies.

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 405 529 1,028 1,962
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 02 00 03 05
Subtotal 407 529 1,031 1,967
Have not made a decision 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 407 529 1,031 1,967
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 407 529 1,031 1,967
Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 4,068 95.9%
Satisfied 169 3.98%
Satisfied somewhat 05 0.12%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total 4,242
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Overall Performance Measures

Overall Acquisition Performance Measure

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. 37 86 742 865
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 00 05 10 15
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 37 92 752 881
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 37 92 752 881
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 37 92 752 881
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100% 100%
ACL Performance Measure 75% 75% 75% 75%
Met/Not Met Met Met Met Met

Overall Access Performance Measure

Access Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 420 538 1,109 2,067
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 02 00 03 05
Subtotal 422 538 1,112 2,072
Have not made a decision 00 00 00 00
Subtotal 422 538 1,112 2,072
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 422 538 1,112 2,072
Performance on this measure 100% 100% 100% 100%
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

Training by Participant Type
Type of Participant Number
Individuals with Disabilities 59
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives 81
Representatives of Education 41
Representatives of Employment 92
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 206
Representatives of Community Living 29
Representatives of Technology 38
Unable to Categorize 00
TOTAL 546

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro Non Metro Unknown TOTAL
502 44 00 546

B. Training Topics

Trainings by Topic
Primary Topic of Training Participants
AT Products/Services 437
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice 00
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access 20
Combination of any/all of the above 38
Transition 51
Total 546

B. Description of Training Activities

Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:

In May the OSATP Specialists provided training to a Public Works Department in Corvallis and five representatives of employment from other agencies on the set up and use of their new assistive listening devices to accommodate individuals with hearing loss. With this training, people with hearing loss in Benton County are now able to borrow the digital FM systems in order to more fully participated in meetings and lectures.

Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

During the year, the OSATP Specialists conducted trainings to parents of students with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD). These trainings focused on introducing parents to a variety of assistive technologies that can help their children with increased independence and success as they transition to high school and out into the work force.

Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:

The rural town of Jefferson Oregon received a grant to build a public library and wanted to make sure patrons could access both their print and electronic materials. Training provided to several staff members increased awareness about a range of assistive technologies to accommodate patrons with hearing, vision and cognitive difficulties. In addition to increasing awareness about specific assistive technologies, the training allowed staff to develop a basic understanding of Information Communication Technology (ICT), what it means and how it allows individuals with disabilities to access electronic information the library plans to develop

D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure

IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received Number
IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies 13
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented 07
No known outcome at this time 00
Nonrespondent 00
Total 20
Performance Measure Percentage 100%
RSA Target Percentage 70%
Met/Not Met Met

E. Notes:

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance by Recipient Type
Education 5.93%
Employment 60.74%
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation 3.71%
Representative of Community Living 18.51%
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) 11.11%
Total 100%

B. Description of Technical Assistance

Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:

OSATP staff provided technical assistance to a local police department as they revised agency wide communication policies. The assistance increased awareness about technologies that are available to help officers better communicate with individuals in the community who are deaf and hard-of-hearing.

Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

Late Spring, our office was contacted by a parent of a youth who would be transitioning to high school next year. The parent explained that her son is on an IEP, but she was frustrated with the services he was receiving through his school, and felt there was more that the IEP team should be doing to ensure he received appropriate technology to start the new year off more successfully. Technical assistance was provided to the parent that increased her awareness about types of assistive technologies that she might consider exploring with her son, as well as communication processes the parent might consider with the school and IEP team, before strongly requesting the school invite an OSATP Specialist in to educate their staff.

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. The Oregon AT Program received a special invitation to exhibit during the Siletz Tribal Pow-Wow. This was the second year for the event, and last year participants were hesitant to approach the table. Some kids would stop by, learn about the cool gadgets, then bring their parents with disabilities close to the table, but for the most part, the adults would not approach the table to talk about possible solutions. This year however, was a completely different experience. More than 200 tribal members of all ages visited the exhibit throughout the day; learning about assistive technology solutions that were on display and gathering up materials to share with other family members who could benefit from the AT Program services.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients AT Device/
Service
AT Funding Total
Individuals with Disabilities 1,315 676 1,991
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives 2,530 128 2,658
Representative of Education 1,195 121 1,316
Representative of Employment 366 41 407
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 2,337 109 2,446
Representative of Community Living 2,256 97 2,353
Representative of Technology 113 00 113
Unable to Categorize 00 00 00
Total 10,112 1,172 11,284

Notes:

Many individuals accessing the OSATP MarketPlace are emotionally distraught due to the health situation of a loved one. This was certainly the situation for Mercy who arrived with a shopping list of recommended DME for her husband who was just released from the hospital, and on home dialysis following amputation surgery due to diabetes complications. After gathering the bathing, toileting and mobility devices he would need, she became emotionally distraught with the overwhelming changes in her life; serving as primary care provider for her husband, while working full-time and all the challenges that come along with these changes. While lending a supporting ear, the Program was able to provide community resources, including information about local support groups with the experience necessary to help her maneuver through these new life experiences.

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? 01

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.

The OSATP President serves as Chair on the State Rehabilitation Council and is Chair of the Program Strategies and Budget Committee. This Committee is responsible for working with the State Vocational Rehabilitation to prepare and update their annual State Plan as well as monitor their budget.


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.)

Updates to VR’s State Plan strengthens the partnership between VR and the State AT Program, and specifically addresses the need to ensuring assistive technology devices and services are considered at each stage of the VR process.


3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?

Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation


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

State Plan Activities
Fund Source Amount Use of Funds
Federal$111,919State Financing
Amount: $111,919

B. Leveraged Funding for Activities Not in State Plan (data not previously reported in other activity sections)

Non-State Plan Activities
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).

These funds are for the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program services operated in Oregon.

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This FY17 State AT Program Annual Progress Report was exported from the National Assistive Technology Act Data System (NATADS). NATADS was developed with partial support from the Center for Assistive Technology Act Data Assistance.


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