National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Alaska 2018
General Information
Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)
Lead Agency
Implementing Entity
Program Director and Other Contacts
Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director
Certifying Representative
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? | No |
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? | last resort activity |
|---|
2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 09 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 02 |
| C. Total Served | 11 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 11 |
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
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 04 | $492 |
| Hearing | 12 | $816 |
| Speech communication | 02 | $352 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 01 | $100 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 01 | $19 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 25 | $5,210 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 45 | $6,989 |
Activity 2
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | telecommunications distribution |
|---|
2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 47 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 20 |
| C. Total Served | 67 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 67 |
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
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 41 | $19,568 |
| Hearing | 94 | $30,436 |
| Speech communication | 04 | $3,480 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 12 | $2,746 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 151 | $56,230 |
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? | AT Leasing Program |
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2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 04 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 07 |
| C. Total Served | 11 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 11 |
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
| 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 | $9,000 | $0 | $9,000 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 01 | $2,000 | $0 | $2,000 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 04 | $2,000 | $0 | $2,000 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 16 | $10,100 | $0 | $10,100 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 23 | $23,100 | $0 | $23,100 |
D. Anecdote
Jocelyn Williams is a lifelong Alaskan resident, mother of seven children, and was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), which causes severe mobility and vision loss. She also experiences a speech impairment, making it difficult for her to speak and for others to hear or understand her. She contacted ATLA seeking assistance to secure an accessible computer system, as she hopes to write a book about her adventures and family history. Upon determining her AT needs, staff reached out to the Computers for the Blind in Texas. Jocelyn was awarded a laptop with NVDA. In addition to the laptop and screen reading software, Ms. Williams’ required switch access to comfortably and independently navigate the computer. Thanks to available equipment funds, she was able to receive the AT she needed to gain full access to the computer. Ms. Williams’ safety was another concern for her family. Due to the deterioration of her speech, it was difficult for her to call for her caregiver when she needed something, therefore, her caregivers made every attempt to always be in the room with her. The Serene two-way pager with a Big Red switch was purchased to make it possible for Ms. Williams to communicate with her caregiver. After receiving her equipment, Ms. Williams’ caregiver said the pager system is her favorite, and the family wishes everyone could have one. The caregiver said, “If I can’t hear Jocelyn, then she can buzz me. It’s better than an intercom, because it’s more portable and doesn’t have to be hardwired.”
Malcolm Gust is an enthusiastic student living in the remote village of New Stuyahok, Alaska. For the first years of his life, nobody understood what the 16-year-old was capable of accomplishing. He has multiple disabilities including Cerebral Palsy with severe spasticity and vision and hearing impairments that qualify him for the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program, otherwise known as iCanConnect, or akCanConnect in Alaska. When Malcolm began working with Special Education Teacher, Ben Griese, at Chief Ivan Blunka School, they had a few pieces of paper with symbols on them that were used to communicate. Ben contacted akCanConnect through Assistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA), to collaborate and help Malcolm. ATLA enabled him to use his vocabulary and technology to correspond through email, text, and Skype. “akCanConnect has provided my students the opportunity to do what it says, to connect,” says Ben, “connect with people, connect with ideas, and connect with their peers and family.” Through akCanConnect, Malcolm received a Mac Mini and iPad Pro 12.9”, Spring Clamp iPad Case, Clevy Keyboard, the Simply Works Switch Access Bluetooth Setup, and many other accessories that allow him to access his devices. After learning to use his new adaptive equipment with the help of an akCanConnect trainer, Malcolm can keep connected and communicate with others in ways that he couldn’t have imagined before. He has put the new AT to good use by emailing his trainer to request his favorite McDonald’s sandwiches be delivered from Anchorage before she flies in to meet with him.
E. 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. | 00 | 00 | 89 | 89 |
| 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 | 89 | 89 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 89 | 89 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 00 | 89 | 89 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 89 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 89 | |
| 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 | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 51 |
| C. Total | 51 |
| 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 | 51 |
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
| 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 |
C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities
| 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 | 33 | $12,640 | $0 | $12,640 |
| Hearing | 14 | $2,839 | $0 | $2,839 |
| Speech Communication | 05 | $860 | $0 | $860 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 18 | $345 | $0 | $345 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 02 | $368 | $0 | $368 |
| Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 01 | $145 | $0 | $145 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 07 | $1,843 | $0 | $1,843 |
| Total | 80 | $19,040 | $0 | $19,040 |
D. Anecdote
A mother and son came into ATLA looking for a way to purchase a CCTV. The mother has Macular Degeneration, which she was told is now stable. She misses reading her bible and seeing old family photos. Clearly, her family was close and supported her through her search for something affordable. However, CCTV’s can be very expensive, and when we reviewed the cost, it was out of their price range. Luckily, we had a CCTV in our reuse program, as well as a monitor for her to take home. When the specialist showed it to the mother and her son and demonstrated how to use it, they lit up with happiness. It was an unexpected and a great surprise that we found something that worked for her. We played with the features until we found the perfect settings that would work with her Bible and allowed her to see all of her older pictures. They were ecstatic that they could bring something home THAT DAY.
E. 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. | 05 | 01 | 45 | 51 |
| 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 | 05 | 01 | 45 | 51 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 05 | 01 | 45 | 51 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 05 | 01 | 45 | 51 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 51 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 51 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Device Loan
A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 142 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 14 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 06 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 02 |
| Total | 164 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 100 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 22 |
| Representative of Education | 18 |
| Representative of Employment | 02 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 18 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 04 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 164 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 14 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 44 |
| Hearing | 54 |
| Speech Communication | 96 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 94 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 07 |
| Daily Living | 02 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 06 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 59 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 13 |
| Total | 375 |
E. Anecdote
Loans are an important part of decision-making. AT can be expensive and it is invaluable to have an opportunity to borrow AT before you decide to invest in a piece of equipment. At ATLA, we work with a lot of Speech Therapists. Speech Therapists and AT Specialists work together to share their knowledge of AAC and the speech therapist recommends specific AAC that will work for their client’s unique needs. Thanks to our loan program, Speech Therapists are able try out different communication devices with their clients one-on-one to determine what AAC will work best for them. From that loan, they are able to make the determination that AAC will work for them and write up their Speech therapy report stating such. In some cases, the report, and collaboration with ATLA via the loan and AT Acquisition services, clients are able to receive the AAC through individual grants. Loans make it possible to determine what AAC is needed!
F. Access Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 16 | 00 | 117 | 133 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 02 | 07 | 09 |
| Subtotal | 16 | 02 | 124 | 142 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 16 | 02 | 124 | 142 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 16 | 02 | 124 | 142 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
G. 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. | 00 | 00 | 12 | 12 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 08 | 02 | 00 | 10 |
| 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 | 08 | 02 | 12 | 22 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 08 | 02 | 12 | 22 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 08 | 02 | 12 | 22 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 161 | 98.17% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 1.22% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.61% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 164 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
I. Notes:
Device Demonstration
A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 73 |
| Hearing | 60 |
| Speech Communication | 33 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 66 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 09 |
| Daily Living | 18 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 06 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 53 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 12 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 330 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 215 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 121 |
| Representatives of Education | 56 |
| Representatives of Employment | 10 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 58 |
| Representative of Community Living | 28 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 488 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 90 |
| Service Provider | 07 |
| Vendor | 07 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 12 |
| Total | 116 |
D. Anecdote
Dealing with a new diagnosis of Macular Degeneration can be challenging for anyone. One client came to us to learn what assistive tools were available for her while she is learning to adapt to her new diagnosis. When she arrived, she was quiet and withdrawn. She informed the specialist that she was sad and struggling with her recent vision loss. The specialist showed her various electronic video magnifiers and their functions. She tested them out on a newspaper and began to read it aloud. She then looked up at the specialist with a large smile and said, “There is hope.” When she left with her loaner device, she was a completely different person. She was beaming and talking about all the reading she planned to do.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 98 | 60 | 170 | 328 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Subtotal | 98 | 60 | 172 | 330 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 98 | 60 | 172 | 330 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 98 | 60 | 172 | 330 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 474 | 97.13% |
| Satisfied | 11 | 2.25% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 02 | 0.41% |
| Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.2% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 488 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Overall Performance Measures
Overall Acquisition Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 05 | 01 | 146 | 152 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 08 | 02 | 00 | 10 |
| 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 | 13 | 03 | 146 | 162 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 13 | 03 | 146 | 162 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 13 | 03 | 146 | 162 |
| 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
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 114 | 60 | 287 | 461 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 02 | 09 | 11 |
| Subtotal | 114 | 62 | 296 | 472 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 114 | 62 | 296 | 472 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 114 | 62 | 296 | 472 |
| 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
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 27 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 23 |
| Representatives of Education | 465 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 67 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 91 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 673 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 329 | 344 | 00 | 673 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 429 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 30 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 17 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 163 |
| Transition | 34 |
| Total | 673 |
B. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
ATLA was invited to attend the Matanuska-Susitna Valley Traumatic Brain Injury Support group meeting for a presentation. The presenter began with a short training on what AT is and how it can further a person's independence. A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can have different effects on different people. The presenter showed the audience the difference between low-tech, mid-tech, and high-tech solutions and emphasized that not all tech is equal. One item may work differently, or not at all for someone else. The presenter trained the group on AT for everyday use, such as reminders or medication management options. The concept of Universal AT was discussed, and how it may fit with what they may already be using.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
ATLA provided a training to the Department of Health and Social Services, Senior and Disability Services managers and directors on Internet of Things (IoT) and how it can be used as assistive technology to improve independence and aging in place. The group was trained on how technology and the IoT revolution can play an important role in providing care whenever, wherever, and however it is needed most. The key stakeholders were also trained on the potential pitfalls and what skills or prerequisites need to be considered before granting IoT as a possible solution for aging in place.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference (ASSEC) supports Alaskan special education professionals and paraprofessionals. Mystie Rail and Tori Phipps gave a presentation titled, “Accessible Worksheets on the Fly!” where school district technology professionals came together to learn about GoWorksheet Maker, a program for converting printed worksheets into customizable and interactive solutions on an iPad. The presentation was hands-on, so each professional received their own iPad to practice creating, sending, and completing worksheets. The participants were trained on methods to access and deliver accessible worksheets through an Intra-web system. The group also discussed online worksheets and educational support materials, including how to identify whether the digital text or materials were fully accessible. There were roughly 14 participants.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 17 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 17 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 0% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 0% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 80% |
| Community Living | 20% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Over the course of the grant cycle, ATLA collaborated and provided ongoing technical assistance, which required significant time and effort, to the State Independent Living Council (SILC) and the Senior and Disability Services (SDS) for an upcoming pilot project funded by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority and the MatSu Health Foundation. The Pilot Project aims to find out how home accessibility modifications and assistive technologies may impact participants’ lives and potentially reduce Medicaid funds spent on personal care assistance or emergency room visits by: • Increasing independence and self-esteem • Improving satisfaction and quality of life • Becoming more active and integrated in the community • Improving health and/or safety • Helping to achieve personal goals • Reducing Medicaid and other State funded services The Pilot Project will allow participants to access four categories of home accessibility modifications and assistive technologies, specifically Sma
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
C. Notes:
Public Awareness
Public Awareness Activities
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. GoBabyGo provides modified ride-on cars for children with cognitive and physical disabilities. The changes are simple but impactful. For example, GoBabyGo replaces the car's standard activation foot pedal with switches and replaces the seat with extra support to make it easier for the children to maneuver. On April 28, 2018, ATLA helped build cars for five families. Staff, volunteers, physical and occupational therapists and engineers all came together to help these children get access to mobility and become more social, on their terms. Local and state businesses donated food, decorations, location, and some of the required supplies. Volunteers spent their free time making adaptive iPad stands. A news crew stopped by to provide coverage, and a Facebook Live video reached 1,266 individuals, engaged with another 283, and had 118 responses.
2.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 3,470 | 821 | 4,291 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 95 | 410 | 505 |
| Representative of Education | 1,823 | 787 | 2,610 |
| Representative of Employment | 544 | 195 | 739 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 641 | 456 | 1,097 |
| Representative of Community Living | 722 | 253 | 975 |
| Representative of Technology | 221 | 148 | 369 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 7,516 | 3,070 | 10,586 |
Notes:
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? | 00 |
|---|
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.
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?
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
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
|---|---|---|
| Public/State Agency | $45,209 | State Financing |
| Federal | $65,836 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $7,201 | Demonstration |
| Public/State Agency | $5,928 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Public/State Agency | $2,000 | Device Loan |
| Federal | $4,555 | Demonstration |
| Federal | $1,292 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Public/State Agency | $14,234 | Training |
| Private | $7,580 | Reuse |
| Private | $3,112 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Public/State Agency | $32,645 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Private | $14,157 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $14,234 | Technical Assistance |
| Public/State Agency | $65,774 | Training |
| Amount: $283,757 |
B. Leveraged Funding for Activities Not in State Plan (data not previously reported in other activity sections)
| 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).
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