National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
California 2019
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 |
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| Approved Loan made | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Rejected | 04 | 03 | 07 |
| Total | 05 | 03 | 08 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $174,132 | Highest Income: | $174,132 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $174,132 | 01 | $174,132 |
| 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 |
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| Number of Loans | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Percentage of Loans | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 01 | 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 | 01 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 01 | $15,150 |
| Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 01 | $15,150 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 5.75% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 5.75% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 06 | 01 | 5.75% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 01 |
| 6.1% to 8.0% | 00 |
| 8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
| 10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
| 12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
| 14.1% + | 00 |
| Total | 01 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 01 | $3,000 |
| Environmental adaptations | 01 | $12,150 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 02 | $15,150 |
6. Defaults
| Number Loans in default | 00 |
|---|---|
| Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
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
Consumer had a challenge of finding a home to purchase that would allow for home modification and installment of a ramp due to property zoning issues. When the consumer was finally able to purchase a home that would allow for the property and home modifications, the consumer then needed support with financing the home modifications. This loan allowed for the installment of the ramp for the consumer to have the freedom and independence to access the home without having to be carried in, as well as the home modification of a roll-in shower for self care needs.
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 | 01 | 01 |
| 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 | 01 | 01 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 01 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 01 | |
| 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 | 07 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 5,212 |
| C. Total | 5,219 |
| 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 | 5,219 |
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 | 01 | $16,000 | $0 | $16,000 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 05 | $6,000 | $0 | $6,000 |
| Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 01 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 07 | $22,000 | $0 | $22,000 |
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 | 07 | $5,021 | $0 | $5,021 |
| Hearing | 00 | $129 | $0 | $129 |
| Speech Communication | 260 | $93,647 | $40 | $93,607 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 01 | $127 | $0 | $127 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 2,281 | $926,506 | $8,479 | $918,027 |
| Daily Living | 1,363 | $92,248 | $195 | $92,053 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 740 | $237,619 | $1,310 | $236,309 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $12,000 | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Computers and Related | 568 | $143,295 | $410 | $142,885 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 5,221 | $1,510,592 | $12,434 | $1,498,158 |
D. Anecdote
During the FFY 2019, California went through several fires that displaced many persons with disabilities and their families. Ability Tools was able to support individuals with disabilities stabilize in the temporary shelters as well as transition back into their home or new community. Once of the anecdotal stories is of a mother and daughter who needed an accessible ramp, weighted blanket, and wheelchair at the shelter and then again when they were relocated to a new community. Ability Tools was able to utilize AT reuse to provide the mother with an accessible ramp and wheelchair.
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. | 106 | 59 | 2,437 | 2,602 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 17 | 16 | 420 | 453 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 17 | 01 | 343 | 361 |
| 4. Subtotal | 140 | 76 | 3,200 | 3,416 |
| 5. None of the above | 59 | 41 | 1,690 | 1,790 |
| 6. Subtotal | 199 | 117 | 4,890 | 5,206 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 13 | 00 | 13 |
| 8. Total | 199 | 130 | 4,890 | 5,219 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 70.35% | 58.46% | 65.44% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 2,746 | 52.62% |
| Satisfied | 1,702 | 32.61% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 70 | 1.34% |
| Not at all satisfied | 04 | 0.08% |
| Nonrespondent | 697 | 13.36% |
| Total Surveyed | 5,219 | |
| Response rate % | 86.64% |
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) | 983 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 121 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 399 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 114 |
| Total | 1,617 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 722 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 408 |
| Representative of Education | 249 |
| Representative of Employment | 26 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 99 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 70 |
| Representatives of Technology | 43 |
| Total | 1,617 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 156 |
| Hearing | 115 |
| Speech Communication | 256 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 106 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 287 |
| Daily Living | 103 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 137 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 06 |
| Computers and Related | 782 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 32 |
| Total | 1,980 |
E. Anecdote
Ability Tools partnered with the Youth Leadership Forum to provided each individual student and staff with a disability an iPad to support their accommodation needs as they access the week long curriculum materials and activities. Several students learned about the accessibility features that the iPad provides that they could benefit from in their communities and schools.
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 | 282 | 23 | 499 | 804 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 28 | 02 | 80 | 110 |
| Subtotal | 310 | 25 | 579 | 914 |
| Have not made a decision | 23 | 00 | 46 | 69 |
| Subtotal | 333 | 25 | 625 | 983 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 333 | 25 | 625 | 983 |
| Performance on this measure | 93.09% | 100% | 92.64% | |
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. | 98 | 05 | 230 | 333 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 21 | 05 | 117 | 143 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 50 | 50 | 41 | 141 |
| 4. Subtotal | 169 | 60 | 388 | 617 |
| 5. None of the above | 05 | 08 | 04 | 17 |
| 6. Subtotal | 174 | 68 | 392 | 634 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 174 | 68 | 392 | 634 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 97.13% | 88.24% | 98.98% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,065 | 65.86% |
| Satisfied | 500 | 30.92% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 40 | 2.47% |
| Not at all satisfied | 12 | 0.74% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,617 | |
| 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 | 43 |
| Hearing | 16 |
| Speech Communication | 294 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 05 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 45 |
| Daily Living | 51 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 09 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 87 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 552 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 1,281 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 373 |
| Representatives of Education | 45 |
| Representatives of Employment | 16 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 75 |
| Representative of Community Living | 27 |
| Representative of Technology | 09 |
| Total | 1,826 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 303 |
| Service Provider | 309 |
| Vendor | 115 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 109 |
| Total | 836 |
D. Anecdote
Over 25 years ago, Gary experienced?a traumatic brain injury?(TBI) that affected his ability to speak.?Thanks to?a?speech-generating device (SGD), Gary has been able to communicate?for the past 15 years.??? Earlier this year, Gary’s SGD stopped functioning,?leaving him with no way of making his needs be known, so his family turned to the nearest?Ability Tools Device Loan and Demonstration Center,?Center for Applied Rehabilitation Technology (CART)?in Downey for a replacement.? Gary?wanted to have an SGD?like the?Tobii?32?device he had?been using. Ideally, the best device would be one that could be programmed with the same messages, in the same locations on the device.??Also, with?Gary’s visual disabilities,?it was critical to be to have his messages on his communication device located where he was accustomed to finding them.???? CART was able to provide a device?loan?for Gary through the California Assistive Technology Portal. The CART staff?quickly set him up with an SGD?to allow him to start communicating again.??They conducted a?demonstration comparing the?Tobii?S32, Go Talk 32, and Tech Scan communication devices.??? Gary and his mother decided to try?the Go Talk 32, since it?was the most?like?SGDs?he has used in the past.??After the 30-day loan, Gary and his mother confirmed that the?Go Talk 32?would best meet his needs, they decided to purchase one. Hopefully this SGD will last even longer than 15 years!?
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 43 | 10 | 338 | 391 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 01 | 19 | 21 |
| Subtotal | 44 | 11 | 357 | 412 |
| Have not made a decision | 14 | 01 | 125 | 140 |
| Subtotal | 58 | 12 | 482 | 552 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 58 | 12 | 482 | 552 |
| Performance on this measure | 75.86% | 91.67% | 74.07% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,247 | 68.29% |
| Satisfied | 534 | 29.24% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 38 | 2.08% |
| Not at all satisfied | 03 | 0.16% |
| Nonrespondent | 04 | 0.22% |
| Total | 1,826 | |
| Response rate % | 99.78% |
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. | 204 | 64 | 2,668 | 2,936 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 38 | 21 | 537 | 596 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 67 | 51 | 384 | 502 |
| 4. Subtotal | 309 | 136 | 3,589 | 4,034 |
| 5. None of the above | 64 | 49 | 1,694 | 1,807 |
| 6. Subtotal | 373 | 185 | 5,283 | 5,841 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 13 | 00 | 13 |
| 8. Total | 373 | 198 | 5,283 | 5,854 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 64.88% | 42.93% | 60.67% | 60.33% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Not 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 | 325 | 33 | 837 | 1,195 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 29 | 03 | 99 | 131 |
| Subtotal | 354 | 36 | 936 | 1,326 |
| Have not made a decision | 37 | 01 | 171 | 209 |
| Subtotal | 391 | 37 | 1,107 | 1,535 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 391 | 37 | 1,107 | 1,535 |
| Performance on this measure | 90.54% | 97.3% | 84.55% | 86.38% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Not Met | |||
Overall Satisfaction Rating
| Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied and satisfied | 97.90% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 91.91% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 470 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 02 |
| Representatives of Education | 07 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 45 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 03 |
| Representatives of Technology | 79 |
| Unable to Categorize | 03 |
| TOTAL | 609 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 02 | 592 | 609 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 385 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 75 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 146 |
| Transition | 03 |
| Total | 609 |
B. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
During this fiscal year, Ability Tools provided multiple training sessions to the AT partners, AT advocates, and IL Program Directors about the federal AT Act program, NATADS day to day, and AT Demonstration to develop better understanding of the impact of AT as well as to develop better processes to implement the AT act activities.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Ability Tools and IL community partners provided training sessions and guidance to support persons with disabilities transition safely from disaster relief shelters back into their community.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Ability Tools developed training tutorials and toolkit on social media accessibility for the AT network and community partners. In addition, the Department of Rehabilitation Disability Access Services provided training and accessibility on Information and Communication Technology accessibility.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 50 |
| Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 46 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 50 |
| Total | 146 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 65.8% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Not Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 0% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 1% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 1% |
| Community Living | 98% |
| 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 high impact technical assistance provided to the State legislature and community partners on Access and Functional Needs during a disaster for persons with disabilities as well as how to build best practices around serving persons with disabilities were provided.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
One technical assistance activity related to transition during this reporting period was supporting families moving back from the temporary emergency shelters back into their community and/or their new community. This activity provided insight for all the community partners to review and build better systems of support and communication to provide assistance as well as services for persons with disabilities during a disaster and after a disaster.
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. Two public awareness activities occurred during this reporting period. One was the Accessible Earth Day Social Media Toolkit that AT partners and Independent Living Centers across the state used to promote their local accessible Earth Day activities and highlight AT Reuse.
2. The second innovative public awareness activity conducted during this reporting period was promoting the Access and Functional Needs Assessment to support building awareness about what persons with disabilities in the state are in need of during a disaster, including AT and DME. The survey resulted in having 445 responses.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 2,368 | 687 | 3,055 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 1,208 | 753 | 1,961 |
| Representative of Education | 102 | 61 | 163 |
| Representative of Employment | 30 | 01 | 31 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 612 | 363 | 975 |
| Representative of Community Living | 145 | 48 | 193 |
| Representative of Technology | 15 | 23 | 38 |
| Unable to Categorize | 101 | 25 | 126 |
| Total | 4,581 | 1,961 | 6,542 |
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? | 02 |
|---|
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.
During the most recent PSPS shutoff events in October, 10 ILCs (serving 28 counties) received over 800 calls – primarily urgent requests to power for oxygen equipment, CPAP/BiPAP machines, and power wheelchairs. ILCs were able to distribute 250 Yeti batteries, made 82 arrangements for lodging, provided 250 meals, and provided 40 families with transportation (taxi or gasoline).
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.)
During California’s Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events, the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (CFILC) collaborated with Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to assist the Access and Functional Needs (AFN) of people with disabilities and older adults before, during and after a or emergency. Through many of the Independent Living Centers (ILCs) and several community partners across the state, CFILC launched a pilot disaster readiness program, Disability Disaster Access & Resources. This program provides those who use electrical medical devices the ability to access backup portable batteries and charging stations in their region.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Community Living
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.
During this reporting period, the Ability Tools program hosted several training sessions for all AT advocates at the 28 independent living centers and community partners to better understand the AT Act, new State level activity of AT Demonstration, and data collection through NATADS day to day platform.
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.)
Results of the training sessions lead to a better understanding of the AT Act activities, building better data collection practices, and understanding the process as well as procedures of providing an AT demonstration were developed to improve the AT access and acquisition of the Ability Tools program.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Technology (ICT accessibility and AT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Private | $25,000 | Reuse |
| Public/State Agency | $715,382 | Demonstration |
| Federal | $124,998 | Technical Assistance |
| Federal | $196,987 | State Financing |
| Public/State Agency | $715,383 | Device Loan |
| Federal | $14,500 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| Federal | $11,550 | Device Loan |
| Private | $123,215 | Reuse |
| Amount: $1,927,015 |
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).
The FreedomTech Loan program is a separate funded program by the US Department of Education awarded to CFILC as an alternative loan program for the State. The Voice Options program is a separate funded program by the California Public Utilities Commission as AT device loan and demonstration program. The CalAgribility program is a separate funded program by the US Dept. of Agriculture National Institute on Food and Agriculture, administered through the UC Davis for farming and gardening equipment. CDFI funding for technical assistance grant from the US treasury to become an established CDFI. California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) provided funding to low income individuals in need of affordable internet/broadband services. Some qualified individuals receive a free Chromebook when they subscribed to a broadband service. Anthem Health Plan provided financial support to assist in battery refurbishment to keep mobility device operational.
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