| 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 |
||
| Approved Loan made | 68 | 10 | 78 |
| Approved Not made | 28 | 04 | 32 |
| Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 96 | 14 | 110 |
| Lowest Income: | $3,000 | Highest Income: | $33,000 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $1,056,908 | 78 | $13,550 |
| 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 |
||
| Number of Loans | 49 | 27 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 78 |
| Percentage of Loans | 62.82% | 34.62% | 2.56% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 78 | 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 | 78 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 78 | $7,381 |
| Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 78 | $7,381 |
| Lowest | 0% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 0% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 00 | 78 | 0% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 78 |
| 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 | 78 |
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 06 | $640 |
| Hearing | 08 | $760 |
| 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 | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 64 | $5,981 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 78 | $7,381 |
| Number Loans in default | 29 |
|---|---|
| Net loss for loans in default | $1,665 |
| 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 |
|---|
| How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 00 |
|---|
Eric is a 53 year old teacher, minister and single father of a 9 year old boy who has cognitive and behavioral issues. Having a single income for the family makes finances tight. Using the financial loan program he was able to obtain a desktop computer to assist his son with his school work and talked about adding learning applications to help with his son’s condition. Eric is highly satisfied with the assistance he and his son have received.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 36 | 16 | 26 | 78 |
| 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 | 36 | 16 | 26 | 78 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 36 | 16 | 26 | 78 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 36 | 16 | 26 | 78 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 39 | 50% |
| Satisfied | 26 | 33.33% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 13 | 16.67% |
| Total Surveyed | 78 | |
| Response rate % | 83.33% |
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 1,472 |
| C. Total | 1,472 |
| 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 | 1,472 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 95 | $26,435 | $720 | $25,715 |
| Hearing | 49 | $37,180 | $1,200 | $35,980 |
| Speech Communication | 04 | $1,895 | $0 | $1,895 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 14 | $9,923 | $0 | $9,923 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 1,595 | $223,987 | $0 | $223,987 |
| Daily Living | 1,690 | $110,549 | $0 | $110,549 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 05 | $5,127 | $0 | $5,127 |
| Computers and Related | 96 | $16,435 | $11,400 | $5,035 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 | $1,939 | $0 | $1,939 |
| Total | 3,550 | $433,470 | $13,320 | $420,150 |
Adrian is 62 and retired from the Air Force. Having just lost his left leg due to Peripheral Artery Disease he struggles with living an active and engaged life in his home with his wife. We were able to provide multiple medical equipment devices to assist him in remaining in his home. These enable him to wash, toilet and walk independently with more stability and safely. Sadly we were the only option to assist with his needs.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 50 | 21 | 1,401 | 1,472 |
| 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 | 50 | 21 | 1,401 | 1,472 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 50 | 21 | 1,401 | 1,472 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 50 | 21 | 1,401 | 1,472 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 839 | 57% |
| Satisfied | 61 | 4.14% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 07 | 0.48% |
| Not at all satisfied | 02 | 0.14% |
| Nonrespondent | 563 | 38.25% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,472 | |
| Response rate % | 61.75% |
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 215 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 00 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 00 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 00 |
| Total | 215 |
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 211 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 01 |
| Representative of Education | 00 |
| Representative of Employment | 01 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 01 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 01 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 215 |
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
|---|
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 19 |
| Hearing | 19 |
| Speech Communication | 221 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 56 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 02 |
| Daily Living | 15 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 01 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 09 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total | 342 |
James was 35 when he lost his speech because of a stroke. With few options he went into a nursing home for his care. A Speech Therapist began working with him there but was limited because she had no access to try any devices with him. She borrowed several devices through our device loan program only to be surprised that with the right device he was able to communicate independently. He was able to obtain his own device and ultimately transitioned to live in the community with appropriate supports.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 149 | 08 | 58 | 215 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 149 | 08 | 58 | 215 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 149 | 08 | 58 | 215 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 149 | 08 | 58 | 215 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
| 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 | 00 | 00 |
| 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 | 00 | 00 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | NaN% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 208 | 96.74% |
| Satisfied | 06 | 2.79% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.47% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 215 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 206 |
| Hearing | 430 |
| Speech Communication | 99 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 18 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 27 |
| Daily Living | 61 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 10 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 01 |
| Computers and Related | 236 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 07 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 1,095 |
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 1,322 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 47 |
| Representatives of Education | 09 |
| Representatives of Employment | 03 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 11 |
| Representative of Community Living | 20 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 1,412 |
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 423 |
| Service Provider | 267 |
| Vendor | 33 |
| Repair Service | 01 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 724 |
Frankie is 26 and has motor (strength and coordination) difficulties. She has worked in the past doing clerical duties but never successfully. We tried many strategies and devices to increase her productivity. As a result we were able to refer to State Vocational Rehabilitation to assist in the purchase of the technologies that worked for her.
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 127 | 48 | 678 | 853 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 38 | 11 | 122 | 171 |
| Subtotal | 165 | 59 | 800 | 1,024 |
| Have not made a decision | 09 | 04 | 19 | 32 |
| Subtotal | 174 | 63 | 819 | 1,056 |
| Nonrespondent | 03 | 01 | 35 | 39 |
| Total | 177 | 64 | 854 | 1,095 |
| Performance on this measure | 93.22% | 92.19% | 93.68% | |
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 916 | 64.87% |
| Satisfied | 473 | 33.5% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 02 | 0.14% |
| Nonrespondent | 21 | 1.49% |
| Total | 1,412 | |
| Response rate % | 98.51% |
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 86 | 37 | 1,427 | 1,550 |
| 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 | 86 | 37 | 1,427 | 1,550 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 86 | 37 | 1,427 | 1,550 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 86 | 37 | 1,427 | 1,550 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Met | Met |
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 276 | 56 | 736 | 1,068 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 38 | 11 | 122 | 171 |
| Subtotal | 314 | 67 | 858 | 1,239 |
| Have not made a decision | 09 | 04 | 19 | 32 |
| Subtotal | 323 | 71 | 877 | 1,271 |
| Nonrespondent | 03 | 01 | 35 | 39 |
| Total | 326 | 72 | 912 | 1,310 |
| Performance on this measure | 96.32% | 93.06% | 94.08% | 94.58% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 70% | 70% | 70% | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Met | Met |
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 25 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 31 |
| Representatives of Education | 288 |
| Representatives of Employment | 112 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 88 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 11 |
| Representatives of Technology | 61 |
| Unable to Categorize | 676 |
| TOTAL | 1,292 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,100 | 54 | 138 | 1,292 |
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 635 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 10 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 09 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 00 |
| Transition | 638 |
| Total | 1,292 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Bridging Apps was developed at Easter Seals of Greater Houston. Training occurred throughout the State both in person as well as electronically to teach how to use this incredibly valuable resource.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Successful Transition to College, AT, Advocacy, and Accommodations informs participants of the process, strategies, technologies and resources that helps a smooth and successful transition.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs sponsored document accessibility in Microsoft Word training.
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 01 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 01 |
| No known outcome at this time | 05 |
| Nonrespondent | 02 |
| Total | 09 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 22.2% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Training increased this last year. Part of this increase was due to Facebook training that was done for Harvey Survivors in the Houston and outlying area. IT/Telecommunications training should be developed more this next year.
| Education | 20% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 0% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
| Community Living | 80% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
| Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
We remain actively involved as a member of the Disability Task Force to Texas Department of Emergency Management. This year continued our efforts with Hurricane Harvey. Getting people the care and technology they need(ed) continues.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
James at 21 uses a communication aid for speech was graduating from High School. His communication aid wasn’t. Beyond working with us for a loan of a device, we were able to provide technical assistance for transition. The family obtained a new device and James was employed by their church.
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. The Texas Technology Access Program hosts the Assistive Technology Pavilion at Abilities Expo in Houston. In a three day period over 4,700 adults (16 and up) and a significant number of children attend the Expo. Total attendance was about 6,000 unique attendees.
2.
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 37 | 01 | 38 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 22 | 01 | 23 |
| Representative of Education | 25 | 00 | 25 |
| Representative of Employment | 44 | 00 | 44 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 40 | 06 | 46 |
| Representative of Community Living | 22 | 00 | 22 |
| Representative of Technology | 02 | 00 | 02 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 192 | 08 | 200 |
| 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 |
|---|
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
| Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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