National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Utah 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 |
||
| Approved Loan made | 84 | 07 | 91 |
| Approved Not made | 04 | 01 | 05 |
| Rejected | 43 | 07 | 50 |
| Total | 131 | 15 | 146 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $5,167 | Highest Income: | $196,740 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $5,857,686 | 91 | $64,370 |
| 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 | 04 | 10 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 27 | 91 |
| Percentage of Loans | 4.4% | 10.99% | 17.58% | 17.58% | 19.78% | 29.67% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
| Partnership Loans | ||
| Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| With interest buy-down only | 15 | 16.48% |
| With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 76 | 83.52% |
| Total | 91 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Partnership Loans | 91 | $679,908 |
| Total | 91 | $679,908 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 2% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 3% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 210 | 91 | 2.30769230769231% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 91 |
| 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 | 91 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 81 | $357,729 |
| 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 | 12 | $322,179 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 93 | $679,908 |
6. Defaults
| Number Loans in default | 01 |
|---|---|
| Net loss for loans in default | $2,753 |
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? | 00 |
|---|
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? | 00 |
|---|
D. Anecdote
Utah Assistive Technology Foundation's low interest loan took some of the pain out of van-shopping. Ethelyn Humphries's family needed a new-to-them, wheelchair-accessible van with a ramp. So they turned to the Utah Assistive Technology Foundation and applied for a low-interest loan to help pay for it. Humphries applied and received an email back that she was approved for a reduced-interest loan. "I didn't do anything more than that!" she said. "The interest rate was just unbelievable. ... it just made the whole process less painful."
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 19 | 36 | 55 |
| 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 | 11 | 09 | 20 |
| 4. Subtotal | 00 | 30 | 45 | 75 |
| 5. None of the above | 01 | 05 | 04 | 10 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 35 | 49 | 85 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 04 | 02 | 06 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 39 | 51 | 91 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 0% | 76.92% | 88.24% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 89 | 97.8% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 2.2% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 91 | |
| 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 | 01 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 634 |
| C. Total | 635 |
| 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 | 635 |
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 | 01 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
| 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 | 01 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
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 | 01 | $15 | $0 | $15 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 06 | $475 | $0 | $475 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 587 | $957,590 | $35,782 | $921,808 |
| Daily Living | 28 | $3,715 | $10 | $3,705 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 34 | $11,310 | $413 | $10,897 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 04 | $5,700 | $0 | $5,700 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | $300 | $0 | $300 |
| Total | 661 | $979,105 | $36,205 | $942,900 |
D. Anecdote
After six years in her current wheelchair, Kim Maibaum is on track to get a new one. But first she needed some adjustments to make sure the current chair would last that long. She came to the Assistive Technology Lab in Logan to meet with Lab Coordinator Clay Christensen. The AT Lab team replaced her wheels and wheel bearings, which were in very rough shape. Christensen also brought in a rehabilitation specialist from Norco, who will eventually get her into a new chair. The Logan Assistive Technology Lab is part of the Utah Assistive Technology Program, located in the Center for Persons with Disabilities at Utah State University. Its mission is to help people with disabilities be more independent through the use of AT. In Maibaum's case, the AT Lab helped customize her wheelchair so it worked for her. Indeed, Maibaum, her current chair and the AT Lab have been on a long path together. In fact, when it was brand new Maibaum did not use it, because it needed some modifications. Christensen made some adjustments to the seating. Since then he has continued making basic repairs, reutilizing parts from the AT Lab. Today, Maibaum's power chair is a rolling Frankenstein collection of various wheelchairs. The time has definitely come to replace it, but the process will likely take two to three months, said Troy Gilbert of Norco. (The time between ordering and receiving a chair varies, depending on the insurance and the number of health care professionals who are consulted in the process.) Last month's repairs helped ensure Maibaum will keep rolling into the future.
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. | 21 | 33 | 314 | 368 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 13 | 10 | 89 | 112 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 31 | 32 |
| 4. Subtotal | 35 | 43 | 434 | 512 |
| 5. None of the above | 01 | 00 | 72 | 73 |
| 6. Subtotal | 36 | 43 | 506 | 585 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 05 | 22 | 23 | 50 |
| 8. Total | 41 | 65 | 529 | 635 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 85.37% | 66.15% | 82.04% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 603 | 94.96% |
| Satisfied | 24 | 3.78% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.16% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 07 | 1.1% |
| Total Surveyed | 635 | |
| Response rate % | 98.9% |
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) | 07 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 57 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 135 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 10 |
| Total | 209 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 183 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 02 |
| Representative of Education | 19 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 02 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 03 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 209 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 60 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 31 |
| Hearing | 00 |
| Speech Communication | 08 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 03 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 118 |
| Daily Living | 39 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 10 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 00 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total | 209 |
E. Anecdote
John Montour doesn't remember why he passed by the Utah Assistive Technology Program's lab in Logan, or exactly when it happened. He just remembers seeing lots and lots of wheelchair parts, and people working on wheelchairs. But the memory came back during desperate time in his life, after he had received one bit of bad news after another. His health was failing and his world seemed smaller and smaller. Doctors recommended he not stand for long periods. Then he was told not to drive. He could not walk too much, or climb stairs. He had to stop riding the BMX bike that he regarded as his friend. It seemed the only times he got out of the house were for medical appointments--and those were not happy occasions. Meanwhile, he faced a long wait for equipment that would help. "I was just stuck. Stuck. There was no way I could find a way outside at all," he said. But as he remembered watching the people working on wheelchairs at the Utah Assistive Technology Program's lab, he wondered if they could help him find a solution. "He came in and explained his situation," said Clay Christensen, who coordinates the UATP lab in Logan. He showed Montour some scooters the program had available. Montour is using one on loan. And now, as he puts it, he is free. He can go to the library, the Senior Citizens' Center. He shops at the grocery store, and the former chore feels like a privilege. He's been to the Logan zoo with Common Ground in Logan. He even tosses bread to the duck he's been looking out for--the one who is always at the end of the line, getting picked on by the others. Recently, he made the trip back to UATP's lab, to tell Christensen how his life had changed. He agreed to share his story. "If another person can find what I've found... for me it was a reprieve from the
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 | 03 | 00 | 04 | 07 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 03 | 00 | 04 | 07 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 03 | 00 | 04 | 07 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 03 | 00 | 04 | 07 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 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. | 02 | 01 | 139 | 142 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 05 | 00 | 23 | 28 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 02 | 00 | 14 | 16 |
| 4. Subtotal | 09 | 01 | 176 | 186 |
| 5. None of the above | 10 | 00 | 06 | 16 |
| 6. Subtotal | 19 | 01 | 182 | 202 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 19 | 01 | 182 | 202 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 47.37% | 100% | 96.7% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 205 | 98.09% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 0.96% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 0.96% |
| Total Surveyed | 209 | |
| Response rate % | 99.04% |
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 | 48 |
| Hearing | 04 |
| Speech Communication | 26 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 23 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 118 |
| Daily Living | 51 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 35 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 30 |
| Computers and Related | 33 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 369 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 400 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 236 |
| Representatives of Education | 43 |
| Representatives of Employment | 38 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 43 |
| Representative of Community Living | 15 |
| Representative of Technology | 49 |
| Total | 824 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 40 |
| Service Provider | 63 |
| Vendor | 115 |
| Repair Service | 01 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 219 |
D. Anecdote
There is an individual that has extremely bad tremors and is unable to eat independently, someone needed to feed them. They came to the state assistive technology program to see if there was a product that they could use so that they could eat independently. The state AT program had purchased two products from Liftware, one called Level so that the spoon or fork remains level from the plate to an individual’s mouth. The other product is called Steady, that stabilizes the spoon or fork when the person is experiencing tremors. The Liftware Steady was demonstrated by staff of the AT Program for the individual, they were able to try it and realized through the demonstration that the Liftware Steady would work for them. They could now eat independently and confidently with dignity. The person then purchased the Liftware Steady.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 46 | 88 | 211 | 345 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 00 | 05 | 06 |
| Subtotal | 47 | 88 | 216 | 351 |
| Have not made a decision | 07 | 02 | 09 | 18 |
| Subtotal | 54 | 90 | 225 | 369 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 54 | 90 | 225 | 369 |
| Performance on this measure | 87.04% | 97.78% | 96% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 796 | 96.6% |
| Satisfied | 28 | 3.4% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 824 | |
| 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. | 23 | 53 | 489 | 565 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 18 | 10 | 112 | 140 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 03 | 11 | 54 | 68 |
| 4. Subtotal | 44 | 74 | 655 | 773 |
| 5. None of the above | 12 | 05 | 82 | 99 |
| 6. Subtotal | 56 | 79 | 737 | 872 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 05 | 26 | 25 | 56 |
| 8. Total | 61 | 105 | 762 | 928 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 72.13% | 70.48% | 85.96% | 83.3% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Met/Not Met | Not Met | Not 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 | 49 | 88 | 215 | 352 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 00 | 05 | 06 |
| Subtotal | 50 | 88 | 220 | 358 |
| Have not made a decision | 07 | 02 | 09 | 18 |
| Subtotal | 57 | 90 | 229 | 376 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 57 | 90 | 229 | 376 |
| Performance on this measure | 87.72% | 97.78% | 96.07% | 95.21% |
| 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 | 234 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 38 |
| Representatives of Education | 730 |
| Representatives of Employment | 317 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 103 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 135 |
| Representatives of Technology | 12 |
| Unable to Categorize | 29 |
| TOTAL | 1,598 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,281 | 317 | 00 | 1,598 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 1,206 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 50 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 266 |
| Transition | 76 |
| Total | 1,598 |
B. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
A training was given at a hospital to Occupational Therapists (OT) and OT students. A variety of low-tech assistive technology (AT) options and solutions specific for individuals with a disability were presented. Some individuals with a disability were present and their specific needs were discussed and what AT would work for them. Time for a brainstorming session with hands on development of AT provided an opportunity to create or revise a piece of assistive technology that could be used by the person with a disability.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Sachin Pavithran, the Utah Assistive Technology Program Director and user of technology for the blind, trained thirty-five youth ages 14-22 on technology for the blind, so they can develop and refine their skills for employment. The training is once a month all day for 6 hours. Technology covered include a variety of screen readers and note takers. The youth are also taught how to format resumes. This project has been going on for 3 years. The Utah Assistive Technology Program partners with Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, the State Office of Rehabilitation and the National Federation of the Blind.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
The Utah Assistive Technology Program (UTAP) conducted an intensive two-day web accessibility training for 50 Information Technology Specialists for the State of Utah. WebAIM (Web Accessbility in Miind) and UATP collaborated to provide the training. General web accessibility was presented along with document accessibility for Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 50 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 50 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 8% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 75% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 17% |
| Community Living | 0% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Technical assistance was provided to the Disability Law Center (DLC), the State of Utah’s Protection and Advocacy agency. Topics that the state AT program staff provided TA on were: What access to assistive technology should employers provide to employees that have a disability and who should pay for it. What is the minimum that an employer needs to provide under Title I of the ADA? How to best approach employers, to give them training on assistive technology accommodations. This direct problem-solving service was provided by the Statewide AT Program staff so that the DLC could better train employers on accommodations covered under the ADA.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Technical assistance was provided to the State Information Technology staff for Education, they oversee the websites and materials for K-12 education. Technical assistance and information was provided on web accessibility, document accessibility, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF.
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. The Utah Assistive Technology Program is always trying to get general information out about the services that are provided. One area that we have not done a lot with is public forums, so this year we tried it. At all events a representative attended, time was spent highlighting different specific services provided to the community and how that service specifically impacted an individual. Time was given to present and provide information about device demonstrations, device loan, the reuse program, trainings and the State Financing program. These public awareness activities were given in many rural areas of the state to increase the general awareness of the services that state AT program provides.
2.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Representative of Education | 05 | 00 | 05 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Representative of Community Living | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 08 | 00 | 08 |
Notes:
There is a significant decrease from FY17 numbers. This is the first year that UATP used the D2D database, started in the second quarter. Staff need to receive additional training and clarification on the I & A activities so that it can be more accurately reported in FY19.
State Improvement Outcomes
| State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 00 |
|---|
A. State Improvements
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
B. State Improvements
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Additional And Leveraged Funds
Additional and Leveraged Funds
| Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | Yes |
|---|
A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
|---|---|---|
| State Appropriations | $10,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| State Appropriations | $30,000 | Demonstration |
| Private | $2,500 | Device Loan |
| State Appropriations | $5,000 | Technical Assistance |
| Public/State Agency | $2,500 | Demonstration |
| State Appropriations | $30,000 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $2,500 | Device Loan |
| Private | $5,000 | Reuse |
| State Appropriations | $25,000 | Training |
| Private | $2,500 | Demonstration |
| State Appropriations | $30,000 | Reuse |
| Amount: $145,000 |
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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