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 | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Lowest Income: | $33,213 | Highest Income: | $67,260 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$100,473 | 02 | $50,237 |
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 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
Percentage of Loans | 0% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
Partnership Loans | ||
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
With loan guarantee only | 02 | 100% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 02 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
Partnership Loans | 02 | $58,351 |
Total | 02 | $58,351 |
Lowest | 2.5% |
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Highest | 2.5% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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05 | 02 | 2.5% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 02 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 00 |
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 | 02 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 00 | $0 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 02 | $58,351 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 02 | $58,351 |
Number Loans in default | 00 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
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? | 00 |
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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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Client was a middle-aged male with cerebral palsy. He applied for a loan with his wife who has spina bifida to obtain a new vehicle already modified for persons with mobility challenges. Installed was a new ramp and front seat modifications to allow for additional wheelchair access. Because of the vehicle modifications, the client and his wife were able to have transportation to work and to perform tasks of daily living.
Client was a 42-year-old male with spina bifida. He applied for and obtained a loan to purchase a wheelchair-accessible van. The van improved the quality of life for both this client, and his 81-year-old caregiving mother by reducing the physical strain of entering and exiting their previous non-accessible van.
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 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
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 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 02 | 100% |
Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 02 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 21 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 45 |
C. Total | 66 |
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 | 66 |
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 | 04 | $4,099 | $0 | $4,099 |
Hearing | 01 | $100 | $0 | $100 |
Speech Communication | 05 | $100 | $0 | $100 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 04 | $1,600 | $0 | $1,600 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 01 | $500 | $0 | $500 |
Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental Adaptations | 01 | $20 | $0 | $20 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 05 | $2,250 | $0 | $2,250 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 21 | $8,669 | $0 | $8,669 |
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 | 01 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
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 | 44 | $5,000 | $0 | $5,000 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 45 | $5,200 | $0 | $5,200 |
ATRC provides supports and services to all Hawaiian Islands. A client with Multiple Sclerosis living on the island of Maui received a refurbished computer through ATRC's Computer Redistribution program. The primary purpose for the computer use was to upgrade her existing hardware to allow her to use more current software in running her own small business. She will be able to generate e-mails, Excel spreadsheets, and web searches. ATRC's computer redistribution program was the only way she was able to receive a computer in her community.
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. | 17 | 13 | 35 | 65 |
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 | 17 | 13 | 35 | 65 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 17 | 14 | 35 | 66 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 17 | 14 | 35 | 66 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 92.86% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 63 | 95.45% |
Satisfied | 02 | 3.03% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 1.52% |
Total Surveyed | 66 | |
Response rate % | 98.48% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 42 |
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 | 01 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 04 |
Total | 50 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 39 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 07 |
Representative of Education | 04 |
Representative of Employment | 00 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Total | 50 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 21 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 19 |
Hearing | 09 |
Speech Communication | 08 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 05 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 01 |
Daily Living | 00 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 08 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total | 50 |
Client is a fifty-seven-year-old female whose vision is slowly deteriorating. She visited ATRC to determine what devices she could use currently for her classwork—she was taking a Game Theory class, which required her to have some vision to participate. The client borrowed the Patriot, which is essentially a pair of virtual reality goggles connected to a smart phone that allows the wearer to adjust variable such as color contrast, zoom levels, and sharpness. The device allowed her to be successful in her classwork.
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 | 12 | 04 | 16 | 32 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 01 | 05 | 08 |
Subtotal | 14 | 05 | 21 | 40 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
Subtotal | 14 | 05 | 23 | 42 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 14 | 05 | 23 | 42 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 91.3% |
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. | 04 | 01 | 03 | 08 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
4. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 03 | 08 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 03 | 08 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 04 | 01 | 03 | 08 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 39 | 78% |
Satisfied | 07 | 14% |
Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 6% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 2% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 50 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 195 |
Hearing | 46 |
Speech Communication | 64 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 39 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 14 |
Daily Living | 11 |
Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 52 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 424 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 339 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 182 |
Representatives of Education | 57 |
Representatives of Employment | 42 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 44 |
Representative of Community Living | 41 |
Representative of Technology | 06 |
Total | 711 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 106 |
Service Provider | 320 |
Vendor | 70 |
Repair Service | 10 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 506 |
Client with quadriplegia contacted ATRC to request an in-home demonstration of ATRC’s voice activated devices, which were made possible with a grant from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. Client chose several devices to purchase and is currently applying for assistance from the ATRC Financial Loan Program.
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 | 106 | 76 | 214 | 396 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 05 | 00 | 06 | 11 |
Subtotal | 111 | 76 | 220 | 407 |
Have not made a decision | 07 | 03 | 02 | 12 |
Subtotal | 118 | 79 | 222 | 419 |
Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 03 | 05 |
Total | 120 | 79 | 225 | 424 |
Performance on this measure | 92.5% | 96.2% | 97.78% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 524 | 73.7% |
Satisfied | 161 | 22.64% |
Satisfied somewhat | 12 | 1.69% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.14% |
Nonrespondent | 13 | 1.83% |
Total | 711 | |
Response rate % | 98.17% |
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. | 21 | 15 | 39 | 75 |
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 | 21 | 15 | 39 | 75 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 21 | 16 | 39 | 76 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 21 | 16 | 39 | 76 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 93.75% | 100% | 98.68% |
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 | 118 | 80 | 230 | 428 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 07 | 01 | 11 | 19 |
Subtotal | 125 | 81 | 241 | 447 |
Have not made a decision | 07 | 03 | 04 | 14 |
Subtotal | 132 | 84 | 245 | 461 |
Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 03 | 05 |
Total | 134 | 84 | 248 | 466 |
Performance on this measure | 93.28% | 96.43% | 97.18% | 95.92% |
ACL Performance Measure | 70% | 70% | 70% | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Met | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 331 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 225 |
Representatives of Education | 95 |
Representatives of Employment | 34 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 180 |
Representatives of Community Living | 05 |
Representatives of Technology | 05 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 875 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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775 | 100 | 00 | 875 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 76 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 05 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 733 |
Transition | 61 |
Total | 875 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
ATRC coordinated an assistive technology workshop with Hawaii Easter Seals for professionals focusing on the latest in AT for persons with disabilities. Approximately one hundred local professionals attended.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
ATRC was invited to attend a seminar of local special education teachers where topics were discussed such as appropriate testing and communication of test results. ATRC was able to share experience with attending IEP meetings and educated attendees on the necessity of appropriate assistive technology for the unique needs of each individual student.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
A group of speech language pathologists requested that ATRC conduct a two-hour training program on alternative augmentative communication (AAC) devices. These professionals were shown AAC apps on Apple and Android devices and were given in-depth instruction on how to edit and create symbolic templates of words and sentence structure to aid non-verbal individuals.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 05 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 05 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 0% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Education | 51% |
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Employment | 18% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 19% |
Community Living | 9% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 3% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
ATRC conducted two-hour long workshops on voice activated devices for persons with mobility challenges as part of our obligation to the grant received from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. The interest in this technology was significant. Over thirty people attended, from professionals to community members, all of whom were excited about the direction in which this technology is moving.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
A group of 30 school teachers received technical assistance by ATRC on apps and software that will improve and aid students with reading and writing difficulties such as Dyslexia. ATRC provided quality technical assistance by demonstrating the various features of the Apple iPad and PC/Mac computers. They were supplied handouts with a wealth of different apps available to them depending on the students' needs such as word processing, text-to-speech, sentence structures, and other supports. They received an in-depth demonstration on how to activate built-in features like Apple dictation, Text-replacements, Safari Reader, and Speech The outcome of this particular technical assistance activity was that these professional educators were able to transfer their knowledge to the students so that they could read/create documents quicker with greater proficiency and productivity.
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. ATRC was invited to visit multiple high schools on the island of Oahu to share with special education students and teachers on current assistive technology software, apps, and techniques that will benefit them in the classroom to aid them with their homework and note-taking skills. These visits also included information/handouts on the different options students have on trialing and purchasing devices.
2. ATRC visited the Okinawan Center to share information with its senior members and staff on daily living devices such as digital magnifiers, hearing amplifiers, phones, and smart home devices. The hour-long presentation provided time to introduce and demonstrate such devices which most members have never been exposed to in the past and helped them be comfortable with the idea of possibly using assistive technology to lead a more independent lifestyle.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 648 | 462 | 1,110 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 810 | 147 | 957 |
Representative of Education | 324 | 82 | 406 |
Representative of Employment | 162 | 141 | 303 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 164 | 88 | 252 |
Representative of Community Living | 161 | 64 | 225 |
Representative of Technology | 21 | 33 | 54 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 2,290 | 1,017 | 3,307 |
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? | 02 |
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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.
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) partnered with ATRC to fulfill its obligations to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. ATRC participated with DVR to provide 2 individuals with disabilities, a workplace experience for 2 months.
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.)
ATRC's employees actively participates in the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) and the Disability and Communications Access Board strategizing ways to promote partnerships with employers in the private sector so that together they can plan, develop, and make possible the fulfillment of the dreams for individuals with disabilities to live an independent and self-sufficient life. Resources: adrc@doh.hawaii.gov and http://health.hawaii.gov/dcab/
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Employment
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.
ATRC's Program Manager is an appointed member of the Disability and Communications Access Board (DCAB). One of the Board's primary function is to serve as a public advocate of persons with disabilities by providing advice and recommendation on legislation, rules, procedures, and plans relating to persons with disabilities and their civil rights or service needs.
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.)
ATRC and DCAB amended the definition of "developmental disabilities" in section 333F-1, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to include children from birth to age 9 who have a substantial developmental delay or specific congenital or acquired condition and without services and supports, have a high probability of meeting criteria for developmental disabilities later in life. Resource: http://health.hawaii.gov/dcab/
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Education
Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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Private | $75,000 | Demonstration |
Amount: $75,000 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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