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 | 03 | 00 | 03 |
Total | 05 | 00 | 05 |
Lowest Income: | $13,511 | Highest Income: | $162,130 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$175,641 | 02 | $87,821 |
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 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
Percentage of Loans | 50% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 50% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 02 | 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 | 02 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 02 | $5,100 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 02 | $5,100 |
Lowest | 5.75% |
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Highest | 6% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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12 | 02 | 5.875% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 02 |
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 | 01 | $4,500 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 01 | $600 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 02 | $5,100 |
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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Consumer phoned the AT I&A line looking for referrals that could assist him in purchasing a new computer with adaptive software. The consumer explained that he owned his own graphic design business, but that his computer recently died and although he had a regular income he was not in a position to go out and purchase a new computer with the required software that he need. Ability Tools suggested that he apply for a loan through Freedom Tech to get his new computer and software. The consumer applied, was awarded and was able to save his graphic design business as a result of receiving the alternative financing loan.
Consumer has MS and has been working for the State of California for years. His cost of living expenses do not allow him to save the money he needs to purchase a Foot Drop device. With a Freedom Tech alternative financing loan, the consumer was able to finance a Foot Drop and continue working and actively participate in his community. The consumer is near retirement and was worried that he'd have to retire early if he could not secure assistance in financing the Foot Drop. Now that he has the Foot Drop he plans to stay working until he is eligible for his full retirement benefits.
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 | 04 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 1,520 |
C. Total | 1,524 |
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 | 1,524 |
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 | 03 | $3,100 | $0 | $3,100 |
Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $15,000 | $12,000 | $3,000 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 04 | $18,100 | $12,000 | $6,100 |
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 | 05 | $542 | $0 | $542 |
Hearing | 04 | $1,617 | $200 | $1,417 |
Speech Communication | 33 | $20,570 | $0 | $20,570 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 02 | $27,000 | $0 | $27,000 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 731 | $558,341 | $19,812 | $538,529 |
Daily Living | 605 | $40,426 | $30 | $40,396 |
Environmental Adaptations | 72 | $18,505 | $1,330 | $17,175 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 03 | $4,209 | $0 | $4,209 |
Computers and Related | 75 | $20,309 | $0 | $20,309 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 05 | $370 | $135 | $235 |
Total | 1,535 | $691,889 | $21,507 | $670,382 |
A consumer with diabetes had a foot injury and swelling that prevented her from walking. She could not afford to buy a scooter or wheelchair and did not have insurance. A local reuse center was able to provide her with a free scooter that she could use to get around. The scooter raised her spirits considerably and increased her mobility.
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. | 35 | 03 | 772 | 810 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 199 | 200 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 04 | 196 | 201 |
4. Subtotal | 36 | 08 | 1,167 | 1,211 |
5. None of the above | 01 | 08 | 257 | 266 |
6. Subtotal | 37 | 16 | 1,424 | 1,477 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 47 | 47 |
8. Total | 37 | 16 | 1,471 | 1,524 |
9. Performance on this measure | 97.3% | 50% | 79.33% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,338 | 87.8% |
Satisfied | 142 | 9.32% |
Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 0.52% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 36 | 2.36% |
Total Surveyed | 1,524 | |
Response rate % | 97.64% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 924 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 97 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 295 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 99 |
Total | 1,415 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 628 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 366 |
Representative of Education | 214 |
Representative of Employment | 03 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 65 |
Representatives of Community Living | 57 |
Representatives of Technology | 82 |
Total | 1,415 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 165 |
Hearing | 88 |
Speech Communication | 254 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 120 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 271 |
Daily Living | 99 |
Environmental Adaptations | 109 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 06 |
Computers and Related | 676 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 24 |
Total | 1,812 |
Student consumer with cancer was unable to attend school due to treatment. We were able to lend the family a Vgo device to remotely connect to her classrooms while at the hospital or in recovery at home. The device allowed her to see her teacher and her peers in the classroom while also participating in daily curriculum at the same time as the other students.
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 | 224 | 02 | 495 | 721 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 18 | 01 | 90 | 109 |
Subtotal | 242 | 03 | 585 | 830 |
Have not made a decision | 31 | 00 | 47 | 78 |
Subtotal | 273 | 03 | 632 | 908 |
Nonrespondent | 10 | 00 | 06 | 16 |
Total | 283 | 03 | 638 | 924 |
Performance on this measure | 88.64% | 100% | 92.56% |
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. | 60 | 04 | 202 | 266 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 10 | 11 | 145 | 166 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 03 | 02 | 14 | 19 |
4. Subtotal | 73 | 17 | 361 | 451 |
5. None of the above | 09 | 02 | 21 | 32 |
6. Subtotal | 82 | 19 | 382 | 483 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 02 | 06 | 08 |
8. Total | 82 | 21 | 388 | 491 |
9. Performance on this measure | 89.02% | 89.47% | 94.5% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,035 | 73.14% |
Satisfied | 344 | 24.31% |
Satisfied somewhat | 19 | 1.34% |
Not at all satisfied | 17 | 1.2% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 1,415 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 04 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 85 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 14 |
Daily Living | 00 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 09 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 113 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 95 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 98 |
Representatives of Education | 04 |
Representatives of Employment | 01 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 22 |
Representative of Community Living | 09 |
Representative of Technology | 01 |
Total | 230 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 08 |
Service Provider | 35 |
Vendor | 05 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 55 |
Total | 103 |
A consumer had a stroke and lost the ability to communicate clearly. We demonstrated an iPad with speech applications on it from our lending Library. The apps were a great help for him to communicate with family members. With the chosen communication app and the support of his brother he was able to have a device that helped him communicate more of his needs and wants.
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 | 08 | 01 | 99 | 108 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 08 | 01 | 99 | 108 |
Have not made a decision | 01 | 00 | 04 | 05 |
Subtotal | 09 | 01 | 103 | 113 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 09 | 01 | 103 | 113 |
Performance on this measure | 88.89% | 100% | 96.12% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 195 | 84.78% |
Satisfied | 33 | 14.35% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 02 | 0.87% |
Total | 230 | |
Response rate % | 99.13% |
In the past California has claimed flexibility and not provided AT demonstrations as a part of our program. However, through our Public Utilities Commission pilot project
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. | 95 | 08 | 975 | 1,078 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 10 | 12 | 344 | 366 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 06 | 210 | 220 |
4. Subtotal | 109 | 26 | 1,529 | 1,664 |
5. None of the above | 10 | 10 | 278 | 298 |
6. Subtotal | 119 | 36 | 1,807 | 1,962 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 02 | 53 | 55 |
8. Total | 119 | 38 | 1,860 | 2,017 |
9. Performance on this measure | 91.6% | 68.42% | 82.2% | 82.5% |
ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Not 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 | 232 | 03 | 594 | 829 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 18 | 01 | 90 | 109 |
Subtotal | 250 | 04 | 684 | 938 |
Have not made a decision | 32 | 00 | 51 | 83 |
Subtotal | 282 | 04 | 735 | 1,021 |
Nonrespondent | 10 | 00 | 06 | 16 |
Total | 292 | 04 | 741 | 1,037 |
Performance on this measure | 85.62% | 100% | 92.31% | 90.45% |
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 | 1,158 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 24 |
Representatives of Education | 11 |
Representatives of Employment | 12 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 104 |
Representatives of Community Living | 27 |
Representatives of Technology | 28 |
Unable to Categorize | 46 |
TOTAL | 1,410 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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1,410 | 00 | 00 | 1,410 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 544 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 56 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 169 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 611 |
Transition | 30 |
Total | 1,410 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Ability Tools had a "showcase" booth at the 2018 Abilities Expo in Los Angeles and San Mateo. During our time there we met and networked with AT vendors. One of the vendors we built a relationship with, "Pants Up Easy" has a device that allows people with mobility disabilities to put their own pants and shorts on independently. We invited Pants Up Easy to attend one of our regional AT meetings where professionals could learn more about the device and see it in action. Having Pants Up Easy at the meeting led to one of the participants successfully advocating that their county include Pants Up Easy as an approved device for their Home Accommodation Program (HAM). Consumers in that county who apply for HAM are now eligible for Pants Up Easy.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
During the summer, Ability Tools partnered with Home Safety Solutions to host an in-person training where participants were invited to do a walk-through of a home modification showroom. Home Safety presented on home California home modification safety standards and provided materials and tool kits for everyone to use back in their own communities and distribute to consumers in need of home safety AT. The purpose of the collaboration was to work together to educate and engage professionals on how to encourage people with disabilities to maintain their independence and safety while aging in place in their own homes.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Ability Tools offered a alternative communications training through our Public Utilities Commission pilot project, Voice Options. Voice Options allows consumers to participate in an iPad communication app demonstration and short-term loan. Based on short term loan effectiveness the consumer is then eligible for an open-end loan on the device. Over 200 open-ended loans specific to this program were provided during the first pilot phase. Part two of the pilot began during the summer and is expected to reach 400 new eligible consumers who need an open ended loans.
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 | 169 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 169 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 0% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
IT/Telecommunications Training on accessible materials is provided by the State Vocational Rehabilitation. Ability Tools refers organizations in need of that type of training to VR.
Education | 20% |
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Employment | 10% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 40% |
Community Living | 20% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 10% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The California SCAN Foundation organizes an annual statewide conference for policy makers, advocates and health care professionals on impacts related to aging. Conference exhibitors are limited and invited to attend to assist in making the conference accessible. The SCAN Foundation Conference historically has only allowed a small number of exhibitors (less than 10) to participants and they were all aging organizations. This was the first year that a non-aging specific vendor, Ability Tools, was asked to attend and provide support in the conference planning. Ability Tools was able to show and let attendees use AT during the conference. This was the first event where we shared our new AT daily living aids tool kit.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Ability Tools staff participate in the annual Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF) event. Students selected to attend the event often use AT and will need it during the forum. Ability Tools staff provides technical assistance to the planning committee that organizes the event. If the student is unable to bring his/her own AT for the week, Ability Tools provides support and resources on how to obtain the AT. This past year we had a student attend who didn't not initially state that he needed a communication device in order to participate. However, after the first day staff realized that AT might assist him in his small group meetings and interacting with his peers. Ability Tools was able to lend the student a device for the week. The student explained that he was empowered by the device and would be advocating to get one when he returned to his high school.
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 California Foundation for Independent Living Centers organized it's 2nd annual Independent Living Conference during the spring of 2018. The conference includes two sessions on assistive technology; AT in a Disaster and The Future will be Tweeted.
2.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 2,865 | 546 | 3,411 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 1,015 | 481 | 1,496 |
Representative of Education | 35 | 12 | 47 |
Representative of Employment | 10 | 03 | 13 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 382 | 147 | 529 |
Representative of Community Living | 133 | 35 | 168 |
Representative of Technology | 31 | 30 | 61 |
Unable to Categorize | 442 | 382 | 824 |
Total | 4,913 | 1,636 | 6,549 |
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 |
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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.
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? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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Public/State Agency | $513,358 | Demonstration |
Federal | $1,960,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
Amount: $2,473,358 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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Funding for activities not in state plan included donations made to CFILC for the purchases of serving consumer who lost their AT or DME in a natural disaster.
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