National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
South Carolina 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? | No |
|---|---|
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | No |
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
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 | 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% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
| Satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | NaN% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | NaN% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | NaN% |
| Total Surveyed | 00 | |
| Response rate % | NaN% |
G. Notes:
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 13 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 240 |
| C. Total | 253 |
| 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 | 253 |
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 | 01 | $289 | $115 | $174 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 08 | $11,969 | $5,050 | $6,919 |
| Daily Living | 01 | $1,291 | $250 | $1,041 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 01 | $800 | $0 | $800 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $199 | $0 | $199 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | $2,030 | $350 | $1,680 |
| Total | 13 | $16,578 | $5,765 | $10,813 |
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 | 27 | $1,144 | $0 | $1,144 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 06 | $53,656 | $0 | $53,656 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 06 | $1,104 | $0 | $1,104 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 246 | $114,728 | $0 | $114,728 |
| Daily Living | 146 | $22,034 | $0 | $22,034 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $1,850 | $0 | $1,850 |
| Computers and Related | 10 | $1,655 | $0 | $1,655 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 442 | $196,171 | $0 | $196,171 |
D. Anecdote
Ken has ALS and met SCATP staff at an ALS support group. Ken later got in touch with SCATP for equipment. Ken wrote "SCATP staff have been such a big help in making my life easier, and have so much compassion. I received an uplift commode that helps me get up and a hospital bedside table. They are working on getting me a mobile lift and a reclining bathtub chair. I can't thank SCATP enough for the support.
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. | 07 | 04 | 160 | 171 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 03 | 01 | 21 | 25 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 17 | 00 | 37 | 54 |
| 4. Subtotal | 27 | 05 | 218 | 250 |
| 5. None of the above | 01 | 01 | 01 | 03 |
| 6. Subtotal | 28 | 06 | 219 | 253 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 28 | 06 | 219 | 253 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 96.43% | 83.33% | 99.54% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 244 | 96.44% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 0.79% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 07 | 2.77% |
| Total Surveyed | 253 | |
| Response rate % | 97.23% |
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) | 191 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 03 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 07 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 09 |
| Total | 210 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 15 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 85 |
| Representative of Education | 63 |
| Representative of Employment | 02 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 45 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 210 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 14 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 08 |
| Hearing | 07 |
| Speech Communication | 199 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 38 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 01 |
| Daily Living | 29 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 03 |
| Computers and Related | 20 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 28 |
| Total | 336 |
E. Anecdote
Michelle Dawson is a speech-language pathologist who has her own therapy company and works with many children. Michelle frequently borrows communication devices and adapted toys to try with the children she serves. Michelle shared "SCATP's device loan service is a win-win for my clients and my company. I have access to a wide variety of devices that I can use with the children to determine what is a good fit. SCATP's device loan service saves my company money because I use their devices for trials and don't need to spend money on my own devices."
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 | 99 | 05 | 59 | 163 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 00 | 05 | 07 |
| Subtotal | 101 | 05 | 64 | 170 |
| Have not made a decision | 12 | 00 | 07 | 19 |
| Subtotal | 113 | 05 | 71 | 189 |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Total | 115 | 05 | 71 | 191 |
| Performance on this measure | 89.38% | 100% | 90.14% | |
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. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 05 | 01 | 02 | 08 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 03 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| 4. Subtotal | 08 | 01 | 02 | 11 |
| 5. None of the above | 06 | 00 | 02 | 08 |
| 6. Subtotal | 14 | 01 | 04 | 19 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 14 | 01 | 04 | 19 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 57.14% | 100% | 50% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 164 | 78.1% |
| Satisfied | 43 | 20.48% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 1.43% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 210 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
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 | 05 |
| Hearing | 01 |
| Speech Communication | 107 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 65 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 01 |
| Daily Living | 09 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 09 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 202 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 177 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 160 |
| Representatives of Education | 125 |
| Representatives of Employment | 07 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 58 |
| Representative of Community Living | 46 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 573 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 02 |
| Service Provider | 04 |
| Vendor | 172 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 178 |
D. Anecdote
A mother brought in her almost three-year old daughter, Audrey, and her daughter's SLP for an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) demonstration. The SC Assistive Technology Program staff SLP demonstrated multiple communication devices and apps. The family borrowed an iPad with several apps to try. An iPad with app was purchased based on the trial results. Audrey's mom shared with SCATP staff: "We are so thankful for this program! It's wonderful to have help navigating options and be able to try multiple AAC apps to find the best fit for Audrey." and later "Her progress is slow, but steady. She reaches for her device when she has something to say instead of just getting upset. The change for her is amazing already, and I can't wait to see the difference AAC will make for her in the future!"
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 142 | 03 | 56 | 201 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| Subtotal | 143 | 03 | 56 | 202 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 143 | 03 | 56 | 202 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 143 | 03 | 56 | 202 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 533 | 93.02% |
| Satisfied | 40 | 6.98% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 573 | |
| 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. | 07 | 04 | 160 | 171 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 08 | 02 | 23 | 33 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 20 | 00 | 37 | 57 |
| 4. Subtotal | 35 | 06 | 220 | 261 |
| 5. None of the above | 07 | 01 | 03 | 11 |
| 6. Subtotal | 42 | 07 | 223 | 272 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 42 | 07 | 223 | 272 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 83.33% | 85.71% | 98.65% | 95.96% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Met/Not Met | Met | 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 | 241 | 08 | 115 | 364 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 03 | 00 | 05 | 08 |
| Subtotal | 244 | 08 | 120 | 372 |
| Have not made a decision | 12 | 00 | 07 | 19 |
| Subtotal | 256 | 08 | 127 | 391 |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Total | 258 | 08 | 127 | 393 |
| Performance on this measure | 94.57% | 100% | 94.49% | 94.66% |
| 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 | 98 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 115 |
| Representatives of Education | 1,345 |
| Representatives of Employment | 108 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 379 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 129 |
| Representatives of Technology | 13 |
| Unable to Categorize | 62 |
| TOTAL | 2,249 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,419 | 230 | 600 | 2,249 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 334 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 17 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 1,681 |
| Transition | 217 |
| Total | 2,249 |
B. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
A member of the SC Assistive Technology co-presented at the SC Speech-Language-Hearing Association. The presentation was entitled "AAC Intervention." This presentation was attended by speech-language pathologists from across the state of South Carolina.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
The SC Assistive Technology Program gives an annual AT Expo. Each year, the Expo includes 12 workshops including a transition workshop. The workshop this year was entitled "AT and Transition" It was attended by professionals, parents and students from across SC, NC, and GA.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
The Technology Coach and Webmaster from Florence School District 1 in Florence, SC attended an SCATP training on document accessibility in the Spring of 2018. She called the Program Manager of SCATP to ask if SCATP staff would do a training for Florence School District 1 staff who have started to make accessible documents and web pages. SCATP staff trained the district staff representing 14 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 4 high schools and 1 charter school. The training included instruction on how to make documents and websites accessible. The training was very successful in allowing the district staff understand the importance of document and website accessibility.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 04 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 13 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 17 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 100% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 0% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
| 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:
The staff of the SC Assistive Technology Program provides technical assistance to the staff at the SC Department of Education (SCDE) throughout the year. Resources, device loans, demonstrations, trainings and support for statewide school staff is provided throughout the year. The SCDE assistive technology specialists provided a day-long training on assistive technology in the school. Our staff provided support with all aspects of planning, providing training and support for prior to and during the day of the event.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
The staff of the SC Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) provides technical assistance to the Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC). We attend regular meetings and support TASC members during their conferences held during the year. SCATP's staff exhibit and present at their state-wide events.
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 SC Assistive Technology Program provides a statewide assistive technology expo each year. The AT Expo has attendees from across SC, NC and GA. This year 650 people attended the AT Expo. There were 72 exhibits which included agencies and vendors and 12 workshops that covered a wide variety of assistive technology topics. It was an all day event held in Columbia, SC, the state's capital which is centrally located in the state.
2.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 65 | 05 | 70 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 100 | 14 | 114 |
| Representative of Education | 53 | 07 | 60 |
| Representative of Employment | 06 | 00 | 06 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 58 | 04 | 62 |
| Representative of Community Living | 17 | 02 | 19 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Unable to Categorize | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Total | 300 | 32 | 332 |
Notes:
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Public/State Agency | $500 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Public/State Agency | $10,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Public/State Agency | $5,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Private | $74,808 | Demonstration |
| Amount: $90,308 |
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).
SCATP received a CHRISTOPHER & DANA REEVE FOUNDATION PARALYSIS RESOURCE CENTER HIGH IMPACT INNOVATIVE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (HIIAT) QUALITY OF LIFE GRANT FOR STATE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY-ACT FUNDED PROGRAMS in the amount of $74,808.00 .
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