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 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Rejected | 01 | 01 | 02 |
Total | 02 | 01 | 03 |
Lowest Income: | $100,000 | Highest Income: | $100,000 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$100,000 | 01 | $100,000 |
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 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
Percentage of Loans | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 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 | 01 | 100% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 01 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
---|---|---|
Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
Partnership Loans | 01 | $6,865 |
Total | 01 | $6,865 |
Lowest | 2% |
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Highest | 2% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
---|---|---|
00 | 01 | 0% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 01 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
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 | 01 |
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 | 01 | $6,865 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 01 | $6,865 |
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? | 01 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | last resort activity |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 24 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 09 |
C. Total Served | 33 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 33 |
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 | 11 | $10,689 |
Hearing | 14 | $2,881 |
Speech communication | 01 | $741 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 02 | $592 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 03 | $3,763 |
Daily living | 06 | $944 |
Environmental adaptations | 07 | $3,514 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 01 | $311 |
Total | 45 | $23,435 |
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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A Veteran and member of the Lakota Nation lost part of her hearing due to the war and health issues. She struggled to hear and comprehend in most situations. Thanks to generous donations to our Possibilities Fund, ND Assistive was able to provide this Veteran a personal listening device called the PocketTalker Personal Amplifier through our Last Resort program. The woman stated that the PocketTalker aids her in hearing the TV at a "normal" loudness level, which prevents angry calls from her neighbors. She can understand her doctor during medical appointments, and she enjoys meeting with friends now that she can grasp what they are saying. She said, "It is amazing how these devices work. These devices are really handy! They make my life so much easier! I can hear a lot more than I did before!" Now, she can even hear her cat, Nimrod's meow!
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 | 03 | 31 | 34 |
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 | 03 | 31 | 34 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 03 | 31 | 34 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 03 | 31 | 34 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 33 | 97.06% |
Satisfied | 01 | 2.94% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 34 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 00 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 174 |
C. Total | 174 |
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 | 174 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
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Vision | 33 | $4,330 | $0 | $4,330 |
Hearing | 84 | $7,405 | $0 | $7,405 |
Speech Communication | 02 | $104 | $0 | $104 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 07 | $2,133 | $0 | $2,133 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 03 | $304 | $0 | $304 |
Daily Living | 31 | $4,966 | $0 | $4,966 |
Environmental Adaptations | 02 | $551 | $0 | $551 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 12 | $3,682 | $0 | $3,682 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 174 | $23,475 | $0 | $23,475 |
Due to macular degeneration, a rural ND woman was having extreme difficulty seeing and reading most things in her life. From reading her medications to walking safely in her home, she found it very challenging to be independent. After an equipment demonstration at ND Assistive to find assistive technology solutions for her vision needs, she decided that an electronic handheld magnifier would help her read again. Yet, the woman did not have the funds to purchase the magnifier. Thanks to ND Assistive’s Open-Ended Loan program, she was able to obtain a used handheld video magnifier (originally valued at $500) at no cost to her, to use as long as she needed. This created immediate independence for her! She said “This magnifier camera helps me see things better when it’s hard to read. I like it a lot and was so happy and grateful to receive it. You all have been so gracious and helpful to me. God bless!”
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 | 00 | 124 | 124 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 29 | 29 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 02 | 18 | 20 |
4. Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 171 | 173 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 172 | 174 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 02 | 172 | 174 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 99.42% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 165 | 94.83% |
Satisfied | 09 | 5.17% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 174 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
---|---|
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 189 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 02 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 01 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 03 |
Total | 195 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 68 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 96 |
Representative of Education | 17 |
Representative of Employment | 01 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 03 |
Representatives of Community Living | 10 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Total | 195 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 42 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 05 |
Hearing | 35 |
Speech Communication | 18 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 55 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 05 |
Daily Living | 43 |
Environmental Adaptations | 04 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 28 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 |
Total | 195 |
In this connected world we live in, can you imagine losing the ability to ever access the computer again? This happened to a rural ND man when he lost his eyesight several years ago. He met with ND Assistive and learned what assistive technology (AT) was available to help him to get computing again. Through ND Assistive’s Equipment Loan program, this man was able to borrow a laptop with screen reading software programs in his home to help him find the best one for his needs. This loan was accompanied by training from a vision software specialist, which was paid for through the ND Assistive Last Resort Program. This equipment loan led to an eventual purchase through ND Assistive’s Last Resort program, which helped him to meet his goal of using the computer independently. This is what the man had to say. “I think this is a great, great program! I am learning how to type blind. I am almost 71 years old, I went blind, and I lost my computer. But now I’ve got to learn all over again. It is not an easy job, but if you stay with it, you can always win! …And I want to thank all of the ladies and all of the people that have helped me so far. I am not going to disappoint them. … I am going to win!”
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 47 | 07 | 77 | 131 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 11 | 03 | 40 | 54 |
Subtotal | 58 | 10 | 117 | 185 |
Have not made a decision | 03 | 00 | 01 | 04 |
Subtotal | 61 | 10 | 118 | 189 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 61 | 10 | 118 | 189 |
Performance on this measure | 95.08% | 100% | 99.15% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 00 | 00 | 04 |
4. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 01 | 06 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 01 | 06 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 04 | 01 | 01 | 06 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 174 | 89.23% |
Satisfied | 21 | 10.77% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 195 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 88 |
Hearing | 158 |
Speech Communication | 40 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 49 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 19 |
Daily Living | 111 |
Environmental Adaptations | 04 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 43 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 513 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 332 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 232 |
Representatives of Education | 12 |
Representatives of Employment | 67 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 50 |
Representative of Community Living | 25 |
Representative of Technology | 03 |
Total | 721 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 190 |
Service Provider | 172 |
Vendor | 715 |
Repair Service | 25 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 1,102 |
A 52-year-old woman with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis met with ND Assistive staff to find assistive technology to be more independent and safe in her bathroom. She shared that arthritis has slowly robbed her of the ability to do everyday activities, especially self-cares in the bathroom. This woman participated in demonstrations of several helpful devices to include a bathtub lift, which lowers a person into the tub and raises them out of the water when they are done. She said, “I have not had a bath since I was 5 years old!” She was very excited to know more about the bathtub lift and other items in the bathroom that could help her stay in her home and be more independent. This demonstration led her to apply for a ND Assistive last resort program grant for a Bellvita bath lift chair and a bidet. She received both items and was thrilled with her new independence in the bathroom.
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 | 97 | 22 | 318 | 437 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 15 | 00 | 22 | 37 |
Subtotal | 112 | 22 | 340 | 474 |
Have not made a decision | 18 | 01 | 20 | 39 |
Subtotal | 130 | 23 | 360 | 513 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 130 | 23 | 360 | 513 |
Performance on this measure | 86.15% | 95.65% | 94.44% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 705 | 97.78% |
Satisfied | 15 | 2.08% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.14% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 721 | |
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. | 00 | 04 | 155 | 159 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 30 | 30 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 02 | 18 | 24 |
4. Subtotal | 04 | 06 | 203 | 213 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 04 | 06 | 204 | 214 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 04 | 06 | 204 | 214 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.51% | 99.53% |
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 | 144 | 29 | 395 | 568 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 26 | 03 | 62 | 91 |
Subtotal | 170 | 32 | 457 | 659 |
Have not made a decision | 21 | 01 | 21 | 43 |
Subtotal | 191 | 33 | 478 | 702 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 191 | 33 | 478 | 702 |
Performance on this measure | 89.01% | 96.97% | 95.61% | 93.87% |
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 | 00 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
Representatives of Education | 74 |
Representatives of Employment | 40 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 10 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 124 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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69 | 55 | 00 | 124 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 89 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 10 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 25 |
Transition | 00 |
Total | 124 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
ND Assistive collaborated with ND Protection and Advocacy to provide assistive technology (AT) trainings in rural school districts for teachers, parents, and students under the age of 14. The goal was to increase awareness and knowledge of AT devices and services for school. Assistive technology for learning, attention, organization, memory, safety, reading, writing, computer access, hearing, vision, and communication was discussed. Over 145 people were trained in six different rural school districts throughout ND over the course of 3 months. Each event consisted of AT Device Demonstration, hands-on exploration, and a presentation of ND Assistive Services and AT. In addition, a representative from ND Protection and Advocacy discussed their transition services. These trainings led to several AT consultations/assessments, demonstrations, and equipment loans for the students at those schools.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
ND Assistive provided training to the entire Customer service team at Polar Communications, a regional telecommunications company providing Internet, phone, and cable services. The goal of this training was to provide the team information on assistive technology (AT) devices and services to better serve their customers, including website accessibility. This training occurred over one meeting and included information on ND Assistive Services, relay services, specialized telephones, amplified telephones, alternative telecommunications access, captioning phones and required internet services, and other AT for making telecommunication devices accessible. This training also included information on website and document accessibility. Their website and current site documents were discussed regarding their accessibility. Polar staff learned the following: The procedure when one of their consumers’ needs a specialized phone; the procedure when a specialized phone breakdown occurs; and about the internet/phone line requirements of CapTel phones. They also learned about why they would want to have an accessible website and documents. This training resulted in the company’s consideration of document and web accessibility training for their staff. ND Assistive will start by offering the company document accessibility training next year.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 01 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 09 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 10 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 70% |
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Employment | 10% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 5% |
Community Living | 5% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 10% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
NA
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
ND Assistive consultants delivered 309 hours of technical assistance (TA) to AT Specialists, Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Special Education Directors, VR counselors, and University Disability Specialists throughout North Dakota regarding the Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Program for children ages 14-21. This technical assistance included help with choosing AT for their current and future students, advice on next steps with the AT assessment process, inventory of existing and future AT purchases and more. In addition, ND Assistive provided the following to students, parents, teachers, and therapists: AT assessments, consultations, presentations, and group/individual trainings.
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. ND Assistive worked with the Bismarck area Stepping On program to provide six presentations to 115 seniors in Bismarck and Linton, ND. Each presentation provided a review of ND Assistive services and information on how assistive technology (AT) can help seniors to remain safe in the home of their choice. Discussion and demonstrations of AT for each room of a home was covered. These presentations resulted in many attendees subsequently scheduling tours and equipment demonstrations at the ND Assistive Home First Demonstration Center in Mandan. Some of these individuals also rented equipment from the equipment loan library and accessed other state and federal programs administered by ND Assistive. Stepping On is a national program that offers older adults in a small-group setting a way to reduce falls by incorporating and discussing a range of issues that include falls and risks, strength and balance exercises, initiating a medication review, vision exams, home safety, safe footwear and what to do and how to cope after a fall. The workshop is offered once a week for 7 weeks. Participants must be age 60 and older, have had a fall in the last year or report a fear of falling, and are cognitively intact and able to move independently on own or with assistance (cane or walker).
2. ND Assistive completed its sixth year of blogging 1-2 times per week. The blogs focused on various equipment, anecdotes of users, general assistive technology information, and funding. This year ND Assistive received 171,150 visits of people from all over the world, which is a 27% increase from last year. Seventy-five percent of the visitors were from the United States. The ten most visited states include North Dakota, California, Texas, New York, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, and Michigan. Although not calculated in our data, ND Assistive continues to receive many calls and emails from all over the world from people with disabilities, their family members, and the professionals that work with them. They named the ND Assistive blog as the reason for contacting us. Most requests were regarding equipment discussed in the blog or where they could receive services in their area.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 227 | 12 | 239 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 403 | 09 | 412 |
Representative of Education | 46 | 00 | 46 |
Representative of Employment | 31 | 01 | 32 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 113 | 06 | 119 |
Representative of Community Living | 71 | 06 | 77 |
Representative of Technology | 06 | 00 | 06 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 897 | 34 | 931 |
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 |
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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.
During this reporting period, ND Assistive worked with the ND Department of Human Services, Aging Services to make a significant policy change to the ND Telecommunication Equipment Distribution Services (TEDS) program. When needed to accommodate a functional need (i.e. physical disability, vision), cell phones and accessories (i.e. mounts) are now an allowable device under the ND TEDS program.
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.)
The ND Telecommunication Equipment Distribution Services (TEDS) program now has an equipment list that includes cell phones and accessories listed on the website and within the TEDS application. The application and webpage are located here: https://ndassistive.org/teds/ . The direct contact person at ND Assistive is Courtney Fuchs-Ness cness@ndassistive.org , and the state program administrator for the TEDS is Mary Weltz mweltz@nd.gov .
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Community Living
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? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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State Appropriations | $15,000 | Training |
State Appropriations | $40,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
State Appropriations | $80,000 | Device Loan |
State Appropriations | $50,000 | Reuse |
State Appropriations | $15,000 | Technical Assistance |
State Appropriations | $80,000 | Demonstration |
State Appropriations | $50,000 | State Financing |
Amount: $330,000 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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