National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Georgia 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? | Yes |
| Area of Residence | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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| Approved Loan made | 55 | 15 | 70 |
| Approved Not made | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| Rejected | 07 | 01 | 08 |
| Total | 63 | 18 | 81 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $7,560 | Highest Income: | $102,358 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $1,661,061 | 70 | $23,729 |
| 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 |
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| Number of Loans | 24 | 25 | 13 | 03 | 02 | 03 | 70 |
| Percentage of Loans | 34.29% | 35.71% | 18.57% | 4.29% | 2.86% | 4.29% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 70 | 100% |
| Partnership Loans | ||
| 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 | 70 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 70 | $213,761 |
| Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 70 | $213,761 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 3% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 8% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 280 | 70 | 4% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 56 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 12 |
| 6.1% to 8.0% | 02 |
| 8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
| 10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
| 12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
| 14.1% + | 00 |
| Total | 70 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 05 | $14,595 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 36 | $46,724 |
| Environmental adaptations | 08 | $50,600 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 13 | $91,342 |
| Computers and related | 03 | $10,500 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 65 | $213,761 |
6. 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? | 01 |
|---|
Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | last resort activity |
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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) | 24 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 13 |
| C. Total Served | 37 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 37 |
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 | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 37 | $31,262 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 37 | $31,262 |
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 |
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2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 1,119 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 378 |
| C. Total Served | 1,497 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 1,497 |
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 | 283 | $7,873 | $2,869 | $5,004 |
| Hearing | 16 | $712 | $119 | $593 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 1,166 | $161,097 | $67,455 | $93,642 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 32 | $5,031 | $1,974 | $3,057 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 1,497 | $174,713 | $72,417 | $102,296 |
D. Anecdote
Ms. AB was able to get a Credit-Able loan to purchase a vehicle, she is blind and has a driver, but didn’t have a mode of transportation. “This program has been a true blessing. I couldn’t get a loan anywhere else and didn’t think I’d ever be able to get my own car.”
Ms. BG was referred to us from the older blind program. She is on a very fixed income and needed a color identifier. The loan was very small and she couldn’t get it anywhere else. Without the Credit-Able program she wouldn’t have been able to acquire this device.
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. | 1,497 | 08 | 99 | 1,604 |
| 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 | 1,497 | 08 | 99 | 1,604 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 1,497 | 08 | 99 | 1,604 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 1,497 | 08 | 99 | 1,604 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,488 | 92.77% |
| Satisfied | 116 | 7.23% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,604 | |
| 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 | 59 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 7,668 |
| C. Total | 7,727 |
| 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 | 7,727 |
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 | 05 | $3,117 | $381 | $2,736 |
| Daily Living | 54 | $7,684 | $543 | $7,141 |
| 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 | 59 | $10,801 | $924 | $9,877 |
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 | 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 | 7,474 | $3,720,554 | $411,950 | $3,308,604 |
| Daily Living | 194 | $46,391 | $4,616 | $41,775 |
| 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 | 7,668 | $3,766,945 | $416,566 | $3,350,379 |
D. Anecdote
Mr. J gets up daily and enjoys living an active life but his Hoyer lift went out on him restricting him to bed. He tried to get his insurance to get him another but they wouldn’t approve it and he couldn’t afford one on his own. He contacted Disability Connections and we loaned him one for a short period of time. Later we helped him get one he could use on a long-term basis.
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. | 39 | 173 | 7,070 | 7,282 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 00 | 07 | 09 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 22 | 00 | 414 | 436 |
| 4. Subtotal | 63 | 173 | 7,491 | 7,727 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 63 | 173 | 7,491 | 7,727 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 63 | 173 | 7,491 | 7,727 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 7,607 | 98.45% |
| Satisfied | 104 | 1.35% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 11 | 0.14% |
| Not at all satisfied | 05 | 0.06% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 7,727 | |
| 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) | 515 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 198 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 155 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 411 |
| Total | 1,279 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 843 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 26 |
| Representative of Education | 95 |
| Representative of Employment | 113 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 39 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 156 |
| Representatives of Technology | 07 |
| Total | 1,279 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 84 |
| Hearing | 19 |
| Speech Communication | 37 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 361 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 207 |
| Daily Living | 440 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 13 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 02 |
| Computers and Related | 82 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 34 |
| Total | 1,279 |
E. Anecdote
Ms. M. is an EXCEL student at Ga Tech. Her parents call her every morning to remind her to take her medication. Tools for Life demonstrated the LIVEFINE automatic pill dispenser and reminder. She was able to see how easy it was to put in a month supply as well as set the alarm to go off in the morning. The alarm does not stop until pill is removed. Ms. M borrowed the device and a week later her Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor purchased one for her. Ms. M is able to independently take her medicine without her parents calling.
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 | 150 | 48 | 286 | 484 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 21 | 07 | 03 | 31 |
| Subtotal | 171 | 55 | 289 | 515 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 171 | 55 | 289 | 515 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 171 | 55 | 289 | 515 |
| 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. | 283 | 62 | 391 | 736 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 08 | 12 | 08 | 28 |
| 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 | 291 | 74 | 399 | 764 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 291 | 74 | 399 | 764 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 291 | 74 | 399 | 764 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 867 | 67.79% |
| Satisfied | 409 | 31.98% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 0.23% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,279 | |
| 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 | 96 |
| Hearing | 39 |
| Speech Communication | 41 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 301 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 221 |
| Daily Living | 837 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 73 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 03 |
| Computers and Related | 301 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 28 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 1,940 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 873 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 51 |
| Representatives of Education | 224 |
| Representatives of Employment | 79 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 55 |
| Representative of Community Living | 567 |
| Representative of Technology | 91 |
| Total | 1,940 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 922 |
| Service Provider | 287 |
| Vendor | 695 |
| Repair Service | 36 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 1,940 |
D. Anecdote
CREATE did a demo for a young man struggling with literacy in a private elementary school. The student and his family embraced the items we demonstrated and procured them for personal use. His school noticed a difference and about two months later the elementary school called asking for a meeting with Tools for Life to discuss ways they could help more of their students who struggle with reading and writing.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 403 | 378 | 935 | 1,716 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 78 | 07 | 139 | 224 |
| Subtotal | 481 | 385 | 1,074 | 1,940 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 481 | 385 | 1,074 | 1,940 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 481 | 385 | 1,074 | 1,940 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,526 | 78.66% |
| Satisfied | 407 | 20.98% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 04 | 0.21% |
| Not at all satisfied | 03 | 0.15% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 1,940 | |
| 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. | 1,819 | 243 | 7,560 | 9,622 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 10 | 12 | 15 | 37 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 22 | 00 | 414 | 436 |
| 4. Subtotal | 1,851 | 255 | 7,989 | 10,095 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 1,851 | 255 | 7,989 | 10,095 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 1,851 | 255 | 7,989 | 10,095 |
| 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 | 553 | 426 | 1,221 | 2,200 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 99 | 14 | 142 | 255 |
| Subtotal | 652 | 440 | 1,363 | 2,455 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 652 | 440 | 1,363 | 2,455 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 652 | 440 | 1,363 | 2,455 |
| 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 | 10,021 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 2,716 |
| Representatives of Education | 213 |
| Representatives of Employment | 101 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 43 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 5,377 |
| Representatives of Technology | 2,116 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 20,587 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11,321 | 9,266 | 00 | 20,587 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 11,145 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 6,317 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 2,116 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 00 |
| Transition | 1,009 |
| Total | 20,587 |
B. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
In 2018, TFL co-hosted the DeafBlind Technology Symposium with the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency. All of the 82 participants participated AT-related sessions. We are planning to host the DeafBlind Technology Symposium again for this successful conference.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
In 2018, TFL co-hosted the Institute Design for Educating All Students (IDEAS) with the Georgia Department of Education. All of the 1,009 participants participated AT and Transition sessions. This successful conference continues to grow and we are planning to co-host it again in 2019.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
In 2018, TFL continued and updated GT | AMAC's Massive Open Online Course through EdX focused on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility. TFL created the successful module 3 focused on AT and ICT Accessibility. Currently, we have 10,831 students enrolled. Students learned how to identify issues and design solutions for information and communication technology (ICT) accessibility for customers and employees with disabilities. Our ICT Accessibility MOOC one of the top 20 high-performing self-paced courses on edX.org and received the "Zero Project" international award at M-Enabling.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 619 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 1,497 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 2,116 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 26% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 20% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 12% |
| Community Living | 27% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 15% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
TFL worked with the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) to develop an AT Lab and connect with AT vendors for the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute in Rehabilitation to serve individuals with disabilities on campus and in west Georgia.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
TFL continues to provide TA to Division of Aging Services to develop AT policies, practices and an algorithm to assist individuals to successfully transition out of nursing homes.
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. In December 2018, the Tools for Life Team provided a training on AT and Accessibility Awareness for 81 dementia specialists working on the Georgia Alzhiemers and Related Dementia (GARD) State Plan Conference. This training explored AT solutions in the workplace, AT solutions, people first language and communication etiquette when working with individuals living with dementia and assisting them with maintaining their independence. Tools for Life facilitated and co-hosted the Keystone Librarians Automated Services (KLAS) annual conference on March 23-24, 2017 at Georgia Tech. This conference was attended by 76 participants that included library managers and key staff from all over the country. The training provided by Tools for Life team members focused on assistive technology and accessible materials. Conference participants left with a better knowledge of how to raise awareness on technologies that enable individuals with disabilities to access library materials.
2. in October 2018, the Tools for Life Team provided a training on AT, Disability Awareness and accessible materials for 26 Provost from all of the University System of Georgia (USG) Colleges and Universities. The participants left with a better knowledge of AT, accessibility legislation and increased awareness on strategies that enable students with disabilities to access post-secondary materials.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 931 | 1,182 | 2,113 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 779 | 556 | 1,335 |
| Representative of Education | 847 | 199 | 1,046 |
| Representative of Employment | 76 | 131 | 207 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 65 | 81 | 146 |
| Representative of Community Living | 243 | 769 | 1,012 |
| Representative of Technology | 113 | 21 | 134 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 3,054 | 2,939 | 5,993 |
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? | 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 State ADAs Office, Georgia Tech AMAC Accessibility Research Center and TFL who form AccessGA worked together to assist the Georgia Department of Corrections to become accessible with their website and apps.
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.)
AccessGA, Georgia's Accessible ICT Initiative, is a joint initiative of the State of Georgia ADA Coordinator's Office and AMAC Accessibility Solutions and Research Center and Tools for Life at the Georgia Institute of Technology, with additional support from georgia.gov. Its design and purpose is to support Georgia state agencies with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility, promoting equal and timely access for employees and customers with a wide range of disabilities. In 2018, AccessGA assisted 27 agencies/colleges significantly with TA in their policies and practices to implement ICT accessibility. http://accessga.org/
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Technology (ICT accessibility and AT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Private | $50,000 | Reuse |
| State Appropriations | $31,500 | Demonstration |
| Public/State Agency | $500,000 | Demonstration |
| State Appropriations | $31,500 | Reuse |
| State Appropriations | $31,500 | Device Loan |
| State Appropriations | $214,000 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $120,000 | Technical Assistance |
| Private | $50,000 | Device Loan |
| State Appropriations | $31,500 | State Financing |
| Federal | $134,000 | Technical Assistance |
| Amount: $1,194,000 |
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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