National Assistive Technology Act Data System

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

2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made

3. Loan Type

4. Interest Rates

5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed

6. Defaults

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If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:

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B. Description of Training Activities

Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:

The 25th Annual GSAT AT Conference has hosted the Assistive Technology every year. This year’s event is exceptional as it celebrates its 25th year of providing Assistive Technology services to the island community. The event took place on March 1st The presenters explained how innovative technology meets the needs of diverse communities, provided solutions for independence, increase function, and improve the quality of lives. Staff from Langston University was invited to speak on capacity building and training opportunities for the Center. The Guam Homeland Security presented a topic on how individuals with disabilities should prepare for an emergency. One of the highlights of the conference, was a presentation from TinEye Therapy Services on their Telespeech Therapy technology, along with testimonials from teachers who are utilizing the services. When seeking a venue for the conference, accessibility was a major factor in the selection, so hotel staff provided a visual and narrated experience for the audience. This described the ADA parking slots, Braille signage on elevators and verbal announcement of floors, Accessible rooms and AT equipment included to accommodate the individual with the disability. Overall the conference provided enriched information that was practical and pertinent to the needs of AT and AAC users. Additionally the AT Expo that showcased the new AT Equipment and Internet of Things, provided the opportunity for participants to try out the devices.

Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

At the request of the Community Resource Transition teacher, the Assistive Technology Coordinator conducted a presentation to parents, students, and service provider, to discuss assistive technology solutions. The participants’ knowledge of assistive technology is limited, in this regard, access to AT including device demonstration and loan was discussed, as an optional approach to determining if AT will help meet the realistic goals of the student,as stated on the IEP. The features and functions of Eyepal ROL, Ubi Duo, softwares for literacy, speech to text/text to speech application were highlighted. Considering this knowledge of AT, students and parents have shown interest to try out devices, to determine if this will meet the academic needs of the student.

Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:

GSAT Center Coordinator provided training and technical assistance to operate a TDD/TTY to the Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities, in order for the agency to be in compliance with FDA. This was a high impact training for staff to create accessible documents to better serve clients who are visually impaired. Additional information was provided on samples of reasonable accommodation.

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B. Description of Technical Assistance

Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:

On June 25, 2019, the Assistive Technology Center Coordinator provided technical assistance to the Guam Regional Transit Authority in an effort to make their website accessible. The Center Assistant reviewed the GRTA website using the Webaim tool which highlighted some of accessibility issues. Federal legislations including Section 508 of the rehabilitation act was also introduced. Recommendations was provided to the GRTA staff to test color contrast and accessible content, with WCAG 2.0 and Webaim.com guidance. Obtaining technical assistance from GSAT was the initial step GRTA took to comply with federal mandates. In addition to the website accessibility, the GSAT coordinator, also provided Assistive technology solutions for individuals who are blind, low vision, deaf, and hard of hearing.

Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

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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. On November 13, 2019, the Chief Executive Office of NewGen Physical Therapy, requested to see the various Assistive Technology Equipment at the center. AT present, they are providing services for students in the Department of Education. The goal of the visit is to become aware of the different types of AT equipment that are available in the loan library, should their staff or clients need AT to borrow or assess. Although GSAT has been operating for nearly 25 years, many people are not aware of the program and its services. The presentation delivered more clarity about the services GSAT provides and more opportunities were realized in using Assistive Technology, and the staff commented that acquiring AT will be much easier with GSAT because it is available and accessible.

2. Conducting the outreaches in the senior citizens center around the island has made the senior population, along with family members and caregivers, aware of GSAT program and various opportunities to rent or acquire assistive technology. Presentations consisted of a powerpoint of the program’s goal and explanations of the equipment being demonstrated by the staff. Participants in the centers expressed feelings of excitement and interest, followed by questions of how to obtain different devices. GSAT has not only scheduled successful tours of the model home and equipment rental following the demonstrations in the center, but citizens have donated items no longer being used at their homes for another person’s benefit through the center.

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