| 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? | No |
| 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? | 01 |
|---|
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | telecommunications distribution |
|---|
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 243 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 00 |
| C. Total Served | 243 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 243 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 263 | $38,177 |
| Speech communication | 07 | $7,040 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 21 | $8,423 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 291 | $53,640 |
| How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 00 |
|---|
An 89 year old woman's brother emailed ATEL thanking the program for getting the sister's "lifeline back". The woman currently lives in a nursing home and the replacement phone that was provided to her (CAPTEL) allowed her to be in touch with her family and the outside world.
An individual (Susan) had requested a big button amplified telephone due to her vision and hearing loss. After some trial and error she received a newer version of a CAPTEL and was able to have a conversation.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 06 | 230 | 236 |
| 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 | 07 | 07 |
| 4. Subtotal | 00 | 06 | 237 | 243 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 06 | 237 | 243 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 06 | 237 | 243 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 100% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 232 | 95.47% |
| Satisfied | 10 | 4.12% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.41% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 243 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 173 |
| C. Total | 173 |
| 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 | 173 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 20 | $14,531 | $0 | $14,531 |
| Hearing | 96 | $29,098 | $100 | $28,998 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 32 | $5,230 | $0 | $5,230 |
| Daily Living | 167 | $8,684 | $0 | $8,684 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 06 | $219 | $0 | $219 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 321 | $57,762 | $100 | $57,662 |
A 42 Year old woman with Multiple Sclerosis is living in a rented home. She was having severe weakness in her legs as well as loss of normal sensation. Her abilities to stand and transfer had been declining to the point where she was fearful of falling during normal activities. . The following equipment will assisted the consumer in reaching her goals: • A handheld shower head and two aluminum grab bars that her landlord installed. • A tub transfer bench to provide continued independence with self care. • A bedrail to provide support while getting in and out of bed. She was also advised to lower the height of the bed by removing the box spring, placing the mattress on plywood supported by slats. • An aluminum reacher to help with both dressing and kitchen tasks • A tall kitchen seat with arms and a back to provide a stable resting place during kitchen tasks • A car “Handy Bar” which provided a sturdy support while transferring in and out of a car seat. These above Refurbished/Repaired Equipment allowed the individual to continue to live independently in her home.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 173 | 173 |
| 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 | 00 | 00 | 173 | 173 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 173 | 173 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 00 | 173 | 173 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 115 | 66.47% |
| Satisfied | 54 | 31.21% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 04 | 2.31% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 173 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 92 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 03 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 12 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 19 |
| Total | 126 |
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 37 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 04 |
| Representative of Education | 68 |
| Representative of Employment | 13 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 02 |
| Representatives of Technology | 02 |
| Total | 126 |
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
|---|
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 58 |
| Hearing | 09 |
| Speech Communication | 38 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 34 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 08 |
| Daily Living | 20 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 26 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 06 |
| Total | 202 |
TouchStream is a tablet -based system for managing health, medication, appointments and communication with care providers while at work. This AT allows for more independence while operating alerts, reminders and a host of other programmed functions for young adults with Developmental Disabilities. A young man was loaned this device to check in with his Dad, also using a fitbit to measure and maintain his weight for health. He is also using several Apps for GPS and RIDE bus schedule for his volunteering 2 days per week. East Bay Educational Collaborative assisted with finding resources to purchase the device for the individual to continue to utilize it for increased educational and daily living.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 51 | 01 | 06 | 58 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 08 | 04 | 05 | 17 |
| Subtotal | 59 | 05 | 11 | 75 |
| Have not made a decision | 08 | 01 | 02 | 11 |
| Subtotal | 67 | 06 | 13 | 86 |
| Nonrespondent | 06 | 00 | 00 | 06 |
| Total | 73 | 06 | 13 | 92 |
| Performance on this measure | 83.22% | 83.33% | 84.62% | |
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 06 | 00 | 01 | 07 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 03 | 07 | 01 | 11 |
| 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 | 09 | 08 | 02 | 19 |
| 5. None of the above | 02 | 01 | 01 | 04 |
| 6. Subtotal | 11 | 09 | 03 | 23 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 11 | 00 | 00 | 11 |
| 8. Total | 22 | 09 | 03 | 34 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 49.59% | 88.89% | 66.67% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 95 | 75.4% |
| Satisfied | 22 | 17.46% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.79% |
| Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.79% |
| Nonrespondent | 07 | 5.56% |
| Total Surveyed | 126 | |
| Response rate % | 94.44% |
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 18 |
| Hearing | 279 |
| Speech Communication | 20 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 32 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 32 |
| Daily Living | 136 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 04 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 20 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total # of Devices Loaned | 541 |
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 662 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 125 |
| Representatives of Education | 439 |
| Representatives of Employment | 29 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 12 |
| Representative of Community Living | 24 |
| Representative of Technology | 04 |
| Total | 1,295 |
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 414 |
| Service Provider | 258 |
| Vendor | 20 |
| Repair Service | 02 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 694 |
An inquiry was received from a daughter for her father who has macular degeneration. She was interested in the OrCam device to see if it would increase his ability to read text independently. Features of the OrCam were demonstrated for her and she was able to trail the device herself. The woman determined that the OrCam would be appropriate for her father, and she was referred to the local representative for follow-up and purchasing.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 43 | 08 | 444 | 495 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 06 | 01 | 11 | 18 |
| Subtotal | 49 | 09 | 455 | 513 |
| Have not made a decision | 10 | 06 | 04 | 20 |
| Subtotal | 59 | 15 | 459 | 533 |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 06 | 08 |
| Total | 61 | 15 | 465 | 541 |
| Performance on this measure | 80.33% | 60% | 97.85% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 824 | 63.63% |
| Satisfied | 460 | 35.52% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 0.23% |
| Not at all satisfied | 06 | 0.46% |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 0.15% |
| Total | 1,295 | |
| Response rate % | 99.85% |
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 06 | 06 | 404 | 416 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 03 | 07 | 01 | 11 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 07 | 08 |
| 4. Subtotal | 09 | 14 | 412 | 435 |
| 5. None of the above | 02 | 01 | 01 | 04 |
| 6. Subtotal | 11 | 15 | 413 | 439 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 11 | 00 | 00 | 11 |
| 8. Total | 22 | 15 | 413 | 450 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 40.91% | 93.33% | 99.76% | 96.67% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Met/Not Met | Not Met | Met | Met | Met |
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 94 | 09 | 450 | 553 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 14 | 05 | 16 | 35 |
| Subtotal | 108 | 14 | 466 | 588 |
| Have not made a decision | 18 | 07 | 06 | 31 |
| Subtotal | 126 | 21 | 472 | 619 |
| Nonrespondent | 08 | 00 | 06 | 14 |
| Total | 134 | 21 | 478 | 633 |
| Performance on this measure | 80.6% | 66.67% | 97.49% | 92.89% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 70% | 70% | 70% | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met | Not Met | Met | Met |
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 07 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 20 |
| Representatives of Education | 647 |
| Representatives of Employment | 18 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 04 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
| Representatives of Technology | 01 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 697 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 595 | 102 | 00 | 697 |
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 571 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 27 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 01 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 46 |
| Transition | 52 |
| Total | 697 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Tech Access works with New England Technology Institute with the Occupational Therapist Assistant Program on a course for Assistive Technology Rehabilitation. The course runs a semester and the OT Assistants are utilizing their practice in their practicums and then in their professions.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Trained (Teachers of the Visually Impaired) on the LightAIDE box that makes a positive impact on working with students diagnosed with Cortical Vision Impairments. East Bay Collaborative has been working with the Sherlock Center on providing better training for students with CVI.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Office of Rehabilitation Services is in the process of converting from one case management program to another that services vocational rehabilitation and Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired Programs ( Business Enterprise Program, Vocational Rehab,Independent Living, Children, and Older Blind). ATAP Director (Program Manager) has been working with State of Rhode Island Division of Information Technology to make sure procurement of appropriate accessible software (screen readers, low vision aids, etc), computers, operation and maintenance activities and protocols, and web access by completing on-going infrastructure assessments. The goal to make sure once the system goes lives that the technology allows a smooth transition and is accessible.
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 01 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 01 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
| Education | 55% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 9% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
| Representative of Community Living | 27% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 9% |
| Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
OSCIL continues its collaboration with the United Way 211 Outreach RV to provide outreach on OSCIL’s premises on a monthly basis.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Tech Access hosted Elisabeth Hubbard from Disability Law Center on the laws of Assistive Technology and Transition. Tech Access of RI also offers technical assistance to the teachers that are enrolled in the Providence College course on rehabilitation technology. The support is on-going and related to supporting the teachers both in their curriculum and in their practice.
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. ATEL provided a "Technology and Communication Strategies for Persons with Hearing Loss" 9/13/2017, "Removing Barriers to Independence" 8/30/2017, 9/27/2017, 9/28/2017, and "Senior Rule Networking Meetings" 7/19/2017, 8/16/2017, 9/20/2017. These Public Awareness locations included OSCIL, senior centers, conferences, and subsidized apartment complexes.
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 449 | 60 | 509 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 441 | 59 | 500 |
| Representative of Education | 517 | 06 | 523 |
| Representative of Employment | 113 | 00 | 113 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 106 | 02 | 108 |
| Representative of Community Living | 95 | 34 | 129 |
| Representative of Technology | 12 | 00 | 12 |
| Unable to Categorize | 11 | 00 | 11 |
| Total | 1,744 | 161 | 1,905 |
| 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 |
|---|
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?
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? | No |
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| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
|---|
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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