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 | 75 | 06 | 81 |
Approved Not made | 20 | 00 | 20 |
Rejected | 23 | 00 | 23 |
Total | 118 | 06 | 124 |
Lowest Income: | $350 | Highest Income: | $30,155 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$3,485,916 | 81 | $43,036 |
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 | 17 | 22 | 14 | 07 | 12 | 09 | 81 |
Percentage of Loans | 20.99% | 27.16% | 17.28% | 8.64% | 14.81% | 11.11% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 81 | 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 | 81 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
---|---|---|
Revolving Loans | 81 | $400,769 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 81 | $400,769 |
Lowest | 0% |
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Highest | 5% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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380 | 81 | 4.69135802469136% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 05 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 76 |
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 | 81 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 07 | $18,767 |
Hearing | 41 | $137,997 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 10 | $19,578 |
Daily living | 01 | $2,030 |
Environmental adaptations | 04 | $45,685 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 14 | $172,247 |
Computers and related | 03 | $3,765 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 01 | $700 |
Total | 81 | $400,769 |
Number Loans in default | 04 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $11,452 |
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? | telecommunications distribution |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 81 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 00 |
C. Total Served | 81 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 81 |
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 | 42 | $111,108 |
Hearing | 01 | $100 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 01 | $200 |
Environmental adaptations | 02 | $1,741 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 158 | $56,606 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 204 | $169,755 |
How would you describe this state financing activity? | IDA Program |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 25 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 01 |
C. Total Served | 26 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 26 |
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 | 01 | $5,521 |
Hearing | 02 | $493 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 06 | $728 |
Daily living | 05 | $2,103 |
Environmental adaptations | 06 | $847 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 02 | $8,080 |
Computers and related | 10 | $8,294 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 32 | $26,066 |
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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AC is an active young woman, including playing piano for personal enjoyment but also at her church's services and other functions. Recently, her refreshable Braille device stopped working, and she no longer was eligible for services and funding through the Department of Services for the Blind. She receives SSI, and although recently increased her work hours, she could not afford an expensive new piece of AT. Though her credit history is limited, she was able to qualify for a loan from the Northwest Access Fund to purchase a new refreshable Braille notetaker. She plans on using the new device as she pursues her avocation with the piano but also as she explores taking classes, volunteering in the community, and expanding her employment opportunities.
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. | 03 | 15 | 160 | 178 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 04 | 05 |
4. Subtotal | 03 | 16 | 169 | 188 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 03 | 16 | 169 | 188 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 03 | 16 | 169 | 188 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 178 | 94.68% |
Satisfied | 08 | 4.26% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.53% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.53% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 188 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 16 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 2,653 |
C. Total | 2,669 |
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 | 2,669 |
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 | 01 | $100 | $0 | $100 |
Hearing | 01 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
Speech Communication | 07 | $16,990 | $0 | $16,990 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily Living | 02 | $169 | $0 | $169 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 03 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 | $114 | $0 | $114 |
Total | 16 | $17,673 | $0 | $17,673 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 51 | $52,505 | $5,050 | $47,455 |
Speech Communication | 01 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 2,208 | $2,673,160 | $0 | $2,673,160 |
Daily Living | 1,644 | $435,124 | $0 | $435,124 |
Environmental Adaptations | 106 | $8,270 | $0 | $8,270 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $2,000 | $0 | $2,000 |
Computers and Related | 02 | $118 | $0 | $118 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 4,013 | $3,171,327 | $5,050 | $3,166,277 |
“Maria” came to the Bridge Mobility Center, a community partner of WATAP, carrying her 3-year old son, “Eduardo,” and with her teenaged daughter, “Rosa.” Maria did not speak English, so Rosa translated for her. They were looking for a pediatric stroller for Eduardo, who has cerebral palsy and had outgrown his infant stroller. The Mobility Center staff showed them what they had in their inventory and the family quickly settled on a very sturdy stroller that would adjust to fit Eduardo for years to come. A few adjustments were needed to be made to the stroller before Eduardo would be positioned correctly, so the family was asked to return in a few days. When they arrived to pick up the stroller, there were several people in line ahead of them. While they were waiting, Eduardo could see his new stroller and before the Center staff finished with the clients ahead of the family, they already had him in his new stroller. Eduardo fit perfectly and was so happy he flashed a huge smile from his comfortable seat to all who were waiting in line. He made such an impression on everyone that another woman in line offered to help get the stroller home when the family realized the car they brought with them was too small to take the stroller home in. Although the stroller was free to the family, the impact the AT made, in even just the few minutes while waiting in line, was priceless.
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 | 05 | 1,783 | 1,788 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 540 | 540 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 317 | 318 |
4. Subtotal | 00 | 06 | 2,640 | 2,646 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 23 | 23 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 06 | 2,663 | 2,669 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 06 | 2,663 | 2,669 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 99.14% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 2,662 | 99.74% |
Satisfied | 07 | 0.26% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 2,669 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 252 |
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 | 05 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 08 |
Total | 268 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 160 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 22 |
Representative of Education | 05 |
Representative of Employment | 22 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 53 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 06 |
Total | 268 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 21 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 37 |
Hearing | 21 |
Speech Communication | 28 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 43 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 11 |
Daily Living | 89 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 128 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
Total | 358 |
Anni is a complicated young woman who experiences deaf-blindness, cerebral palsy, and several other challenging conditions, but these have never stopped her from living a full life. When she wanted to be a bit more independent and more successful in her communication with others, Anni and her mother contacted WATAP to see what the possibilities could be. Through several conversations and guided demonstrations of AT, WATAP staff were able to suggest an array of AT for Anni to try. Among the devices she borrowed from WATAP were video magnifiers, voice amplifiers, a GPS system, an adapted cutting board, iPod apps, a stylus ring, and television remotes. Following the loan of the equipment, Anni’s family ended up purchasing an adapted cutting board, a video magnifier, a voice amplifier, and the stylus ring. WATAP staff also assisted Anni to complete the paperwork for the iCanConnect WA program and she is looking for the best solutions for telecommunication needs. Anni and her mother appreciated being able to try so much AT and thanked WATAP for helping make every day things more possible.
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 | 34 | 46 | 89 | 169 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 34 | 46 | 89 | 169 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 34 | 46 | 89 | 169 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 83 | 83 |
Total | 34 | 46 | 172 | 252 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 62.26% |
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. | 05 | 06 | 02 | 13 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 |
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 | 05 | 07 | 04 | 16 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 05 | 07 | 04 | 16 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 05 | 07 | 04 | 16 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 127 | 47.39% |
Satisfied | 15 | 5.6% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.37% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.37% |
Nonrespondent | 124 | 46.27% |
Total Surveyed | 268 | |
Response rate % | 53.73% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 54 |
Hearing | 28 |
Speech Communication | 12 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 68 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 58 |
Daily Living | 12 |
Environmental Adaptations | 21 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 95 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Loaned | 348 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 328 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 82 |
Representatives of Education | 14 |
Representatives of Employment | 16 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 09 |
Representative of Community Living | 16 |
Representative of Technology | 01 |
Total | 466 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 09 |
Service Provider | 09 |
Vendor | 75 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 93 |
“Zora” is deaf-blind and developmentally disabled. Prior to contacting WATAP, she had no method of communicating except through caretakers or interpreters who know tactile ASL and this presented significant barriers at work and connecting with friends and family. In partnership with the iCanConnect program, WATAP was able to provide an in-depth demonstration of several options to explore the best methods to communicate face-to-face and at a distance. It was determined that a tablet, braille display, and bluetooth keyboard would be the best solutions to meet her needs. Through the iCanConnect program, she was able to receive the tablet and braille display plus training for both herself and her caregivers on using an internet relay app for placing phone calls. WATAP was also able to coordinate services provided by the state Blind VR agency for Zora to obtain the keyboard and training for the face to face communication since it was necessary for employment. With the AT provided, Zora is achieving greater independence in communicating face-to-face at work and is using the new relay app to make phone calls for the first time in her life.
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 | 22 | 172 | 113 | 307 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 32 | 05 | 37 |
Subtotal | 22 | 204 | 118 | 344 |
Have not made a decision | 02 | 01 | 01 | 04 |
Subtotal | 24 | 205 | 119 | 348 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 24 | 205 | 119 | 348 |
Performance on this measure | 91.67% | 99.51% | 99.16% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 444 | 95.28% |
Satisfied | 21 | 4.51% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.21% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 466 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
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. | 08 | 26 | 1,945 | 1,979 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 547 | 548 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 02 | 321 | 323 |
4. Subtotal | 08 | 29 | 2,813 | 2,850 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 23 | 23 |
6. Subtotal | 08 | 29 | 2,836 | 2,873 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 08 | 29 | 2,836 | 2,873 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.19% | 99.2% |
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 | 56 | 218 | 202 | 476 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 32 | 05 | 37 |
Subtotal | 56 | 250 | 207 | 513 |
Have not made a decision | 02 | 01 | 01 | 04 |
Subtotal | 58 | 251 | 208 | 517 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 83 | 83 |
Total | 58 | 251 | 291 | 600 |
Performance on this measure | 96.55% | 99.6% | 71.13% | 85.5% |
ACL Performance Measure | 70% | 70% | 70% | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Not Met | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 07 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 10 |
Representatives of Education | 46 |
Representatives of Employment | 207 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 192 |
Representatives of Community Living | 41 |
Representatives of Technology | 222 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 725 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
---|---|---|---|
678 | 47 | 00 | 725 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 263 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 222 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 56 |
Transition | 184 |
Total | 725 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
WATAP continues to provide intensive training statewide in collaboration with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), reaching over 200 case managers, employment specialists, and community rehabilitation providers. Each half-to-full- day training is designed to build competencies, promote the consideration of and proper matching of AT, and explore case studies and best practices around topics that have been identified by past participants as needed to better serve DVR clients. The topics covered this past year were Computer Access and Ergonomic Solutions, AT for Cognitive Impairments and Mental Health Issues, AT for Learning Disability, AT for the Aging Worker, AT for Self-Care and Independent Living, and AT of Communication. WATAP surveys all participants so that we are responsive to training requests and needs from the field.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
WATAP kicked off a new partnership with WA Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) / Home & Community Services (HCS), Aging & Long-term Support (ALTSA) Administration to provide half-day trainings or workshops, including train-the-trainer events, throughout the state for frontline staff from AAA, HCS, ALTSA and other DSHS and community partners serving older adults and persons with disabilities. Five trainings were provided to 184 attendees this past year. The interactive train-the-trainer workshops involve didactic instruction, hands on with AT, and Q&A focusing on matching functional needs for older adults and persons with disabilities with the selection of appropriate assistive technology (AT) and the utilization of everyday off-the-shelf materials to customize and improvise low-cost solutions to help maintain independence in the home and with everyday tasks. This patnership will continue in FY 2018 with a further 5 locations across WA not included this past year.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
A 3-hour training was provided to 65 web content and web programmers at Costco Corporate. The training covered the requirements and best practices for accessible web design to ensure an inclusive and positive experience for site visitors, including visitors with disabilities, and to meet reasonable accommodation requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act Title III (Places of Public Accommodations). This was a positive extension of technical assistance provided to policy and administrative staff in 2015 and there is growing interest in the adoption of a corporate policy governing accessible ICT.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 222 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 222 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 14% |
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Employment | 5% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 17% |
Representative of Community Living | 19% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 45% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
WATAP is working with Washington's King County to identify accessibility issues and prioritize improvements for the King County website, enterprise-level content management system templates, countywide accessibility governance, and web authoring training resources. WATAP focused on the usability of these resources and systems for disabled users and all other users. WATAP staff performed a comprehensive audit and provided recommendations compliant with the WCAG 2.0 AA guidelines. King County intends to comply with these recommendations in the framework of these guidelines. Additionally, as part of this effort, comprehensive training around accessible document creation was provided to staff responsible for creating and managing content.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
WATAP's director, Alan Knue, WATAP was appointed to the Washington Assistive Technology Transferability (WATT) workgroup in 2015 and the workgroup continued working on the development of best practices and documenting procedures for the seamless transfer of assistive technology to follow a student throughout his/her educational and professional career. The Workgroup is addressing actual and perceived barriers that restrict AT from following students. The work will ultimately result in the development of an Assistive Technology Transfer Guide that will be adopted and used by school district personnel and others to facilitate seamless transfer.
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. WATAP made a concerted effort to attend rural and agricultural focused events around the state, both through tabling and presentations. It was hoped that this would help raise awareness and provide a venue for providing in-person demonstrations around the state. Two venues included the Food and Farm Expo in Spokane and the Northwest Farm Forum in Mt. Vernon, where 165 individuals with disabilities directly experienced a wide array of gardening and daily living AT. Additionally, 30 of these individuals also received demonstrations of AT. All attendees reported they were grateful for the information and exposure, as they had not thought of the various ways AT could be of benefit.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 716 | 210 | 926 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 413 | 74 | 487 |
Representative of Education | 97 | 02 | 99 |
Representative of Employment | 195 | 30 | 225 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 126 | 10 | 136 |
Representative of Community Living | 62 | 22 | 84 |
Representative of Technology | 35 | 00 | 35 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 1,644 | 348 | 1,992 |
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 |
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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.
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 |
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Private | $380 | Device Loan |
Federal | $96,775 | State Financing |
Public/State Agency | $1,000 | Demonstration |
Public/State Agency | $3,000 | Device Loan |
Private | $1,000 | Training |
Public/State Agency | $30,648 | Training |
Amount: $132,803 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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