Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | No |
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Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | No |
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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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 | 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% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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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% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 00 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 777 |
C. Total | 777 |
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 | 777 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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 | 01 | $182 | $0 | $182 |
Hearing | 15 | $891 | $0 | $891 |
Speech Communication | 06 | $6,513 | $0 | $6,513 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 06 | $549 | $0 | $549 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 656 | $345,528 | $0 | $345,528 |
Daily Living | 1,835 | $218,881 | $0 | $218,881 |
Environmental Adaptations | 21 | $18,610 | $0 | $18,610 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 05 | $6,830 | $0 | $6,830 |
Computers and Related | 27 | $33,005 | $0 | $33,005 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 07 | $1,420 | $0 | $1,420 |
Total | 2,579 | $632,409 | $0 | $632,409 |
Ada S. is an elderly lady who has been utilizing both our CARAT and lending library services for several months, since falling and breaking her hip. Ada has gotten multiple items including a bed rail, shower chair, walker, and gait belt from our CARAT program. Ada lives on a very limited income and says she would have been unable to purchase these items for herself. These items have helped Ada to be more independent and to also do everyday activities safely. Ada is currently living with her daughter, who says that our center has been a “Godsend” and that the items from CARAT, as well as a transfer board they are borrowing from the lending library, have made taking care of her mom, much easier and safer for everyone. They hope to be able to donate these items back to HDI CATS upon Ada’s recovery.
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. | 32 | 03 | 675 | 710 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 05 | 06 | 07 | 18 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 08 | 02 | 36 | 46 |
4. Subtotal | 45 | 11 | 718 | 774 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
6. Subtotal | 45 | 11 | 721 | 777 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 45 | 11 | 721 | 777 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.58% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 754 | 97.04% |
Satisfied | 23 | 2.96% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 777 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
The MSRP listed for Hearing devices includes hearing aid batteries that we received as as a donation of NOS (New Old Stock) batteries from a vendor stocking local retail stores. The batteries were expired and could not be sold in the stores. Also included here is costs associated with repairs of hearing aids paid through salvage credits received through Starkey from used hearing aids collected.
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 969 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 33 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 142 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 100 |
Total | 1,244 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 137 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 534 |
Representative of Education | 141 |
Representative of Employment | 13 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 327 |
Representatives of Community Living | 82 |
Representatives of Technology | 10 |
Total | 1,244 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 52 |
Hearing | 15 |
Speech Communication | 163 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 242 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 358 |
Daily Living | 192 |
Environmental Adaptations | 277 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 378 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 209 |
Total | 1,886 |
Tammy Maynard works for Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS), an organization that works with children ages birth to 3 years old who have visual impairments. VIPS provides early intervention and family programs for parents, teachers, and children. They provide services both at home and in the classroom. Currently, Ms. Maynard is working with several children who have Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). CVI is a temporary or permanent visual impairment caused by a disturbance of the posterior visual pathways and/or occipital lobes of the brain. Ms. Maynard has checked out several items for use with these children including, mini light boxes, oval texture multisensory switch, lightbox pictures, iPad 12.9” with case and stand. She has also checked out several switch adapted sensory toys. Being able to borrow these items from our lending library has been very beneficial to her and the children in the VIPS program. Borrowing items allows Ms. Maynard an opportunity to have multiple items to utilize with children with varied degrees of visual impairment. Some of the items, such as the iPad, are being used for a trial basis, to help make a decision in purchasing. Ms. Maynard has expressed her gratitude for our center and says she will continue to take advantage of our services.
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 | 204 | 11 | 704 | 919 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 11 | 00 | 28 | 39 |
Subtotal | 215 | 11 | 732 | 958 |
Have not made a decision | 01 | 00 | 10 | 11 |
Subtotal | 216 | 11 | 742 | 969 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 216 | 11 | 742 | 969 |
Performance on this measure | 99.54% | 100% | 98.65% |
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. | 56 | 07 | 103 | 166 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 01 | 03 | 06 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 54 | 01 | 48 | 103 |
4. Subtotal | 112 | 09 | 154 | 275 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 112 | 09 | 154 | 275 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 112 | 09 | 154 | 275 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,130 | 90.84% |
Satisfied | 108 | 8.68% |
Satisfied somewhat | 04 | 0.32% |
Not at all satisfied | 02 | 0.16% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 1,244 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
None at this time
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 03 |
Hearing | 10 |
Speech Communication | 293 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 110 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 04 |
Daily Living | 16 |
Environmental Adaptations | 11 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 206 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 653 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 639 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 670 |
Representatives of Education | 400 |
Representatives of Employment | 06 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 478 |
Representative of Community Living | 104 |
Representative of Technology | 00 |
Total | 2,297 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 67 |
Service Provider | 01 |
Vendor | 27 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 95 |
A young child with a cochlear implant was hearing sounds for the first time and needed to improve her sound awareness and identification of sounds. An ATRC team member demonstrated several sound producing puzzles to see if the child could identify a sound associated with a picture on the puzzle. The demonstration of the sound producing puzzles allowed the family to see if this would be a good option to help the child improve her sound awareness and overcome the barrier of a hearing impairment. The ATRC collaborated with the child’s family, interpreter and speech therapist who were all present and participated in the demonstration. The child interacted with the items and showed increased engagement as well as increased motivation to participate in vocal play. The sound producing puzzles will help expand this child’s play skills, improve cognition, and assist her with increasing familiarization with sounds in her environment and will improve her access to education.
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 | 326 | 01 | 313 | 640 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 00 | 03 | 04 |
Subtotal | 327 | 01 | 316 | 644 |
Have not made a decision | 06 | 00 | 03 | 09 |
Subtotal | 333 | 01 | 319 | 653 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 333 | 01 | 319 | 653 |
Performance on this measure | 98.2% | 100% | 99.06% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 2,284 | 99.43% |
Satisfied | 13 | 0.57% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 2,297 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
None to report
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. | 88 | 10 | 778 | 876 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 07 | 07 | 10 | 24 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 62 | 03 | 84 | 149 |
4. Subtotal | 157 | 20 | 872 | 1,049 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
6. Subtotal | 157 | 20 | 875 | 1,052 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 157 | 20 | 875 | 1,052 |
9. Performance on this measure | 60.51% | 85% | 90.06% | 85.55% |
ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
Met/Not 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 | 530 | 12 | 1,017 | 1,559 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 12 | 00 | 31 | 43 |
Subtotal | 542 | 12 | 1,048 | 1,602 |
Have not made a decision | 07 | 00 | 13 | 20 |
Subtotal | 549 | 12 | 1,061 | 1,622 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 549 | 12 | 1,061 | 1,622 |
Performance on this measure | 98.72% | 100% | 98.77% | 98.77% |
ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
Met/Not Met | Met |
Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
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Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.86% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 473 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 49 |
Representatives of Education | 3,415 |
Representatives of Employment | 89 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 493 |
Representatives of Community Living | 173 |
Representatives of Technology | 38 |
Unable to Categorize | 15 |
TOTAL | 4,745 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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4,457 | 70 | 218 | 4,745 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 3,491 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 275 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 85 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 706 |
Transition | 188 |
Total | 4,745 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Our Western KY Regional AT Center hosted an adapted vehicle training workshop called "Go Baby Go!". The workshop provides adapted ride-on cars to infants and toddlers with limited mobility. Five children with disabilities received battery-operated, ride-on cars modified so each driver could make it go forward or backward by pushing a large button on the steering wheel. The workshop was conducted by John Koshy, an engineer from GoBabyGo!, and Jana Billingsly, ATP from the Western KY Regional AT Center. The intended audience of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistive Technology Specialists, Electricians, and Engineers gained information about how to adapt a ride-on vehicle for children with limited mobility. They were provided with hands-on experience adapting a ride-on vehicle and fitting the child with proper supports. Five children received modified ride-on cars that will allow them to explore their environment and participate in age appropriate activities. See: https://www.owensborotimes.com/life/2019/02/gobabygo-provides-independence-for-kids-at-wendell-foster/ for article about the event.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Our Western KY AT Center hosted a one-day training, "Creating an individual plan for parents/ guardians" designed to explore areas related to planning for the future of a child with a disability, including guardianship, health care powers of attorney, financial powers of attorney, and special needs trusts. The target audience included Parents, guardians, and extended family. The goal was to provide families with information that will enable them to make informed decisions. Families were able to gain valuable knowledge from a special needs attorney. The training was provided by Michele Cecil, Attorney at Law. The center also hosted another training, called "Advocacy Throughout the Lifespan". This session was conducted by David DeSanctis, self-advocate, motivational speaker, lead character in the feature film “Where Hope Grows” and member of the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities and Nicole Maher, Self-Advocacy Coordinator, for the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities and mother of a 19-year old daughter with Down syndrome. The objective of this training was to learn how to advocate for yourself and/or your child or adult with a disability. The target audience was adults with disabilities, parents, guardians, and extended family. The goal was to learn from a self-advocate and a parent about how to advocate effectively in a variety of situations. Attendees were able to learn practical information that will help them in their advocacy efforts.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Jimmy Brown, KATS Program Coordinator and Carol Weber, OVR Rehab Tech Branch Manager, conducted a training session at the annual EEO conference hosted by the KY Personnel Cabinet. The session focused on the basic steps of creating an accessible Word Document, converting the document to an accessible PDF and how to test existing Word and PDF documents for accessibility. Attendees included both State government employees and Private Sector employers. Attendees were encouraged to bring their own laptops to follow along with the trainers in creating an accessible word document from scratch.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 379 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 284 |
No known outcome at this time | 43 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 706 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 93.9% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
None at this time
Education | 0% |
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Employment | 50% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 50% |
Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
KATS provided technical assistance to the state Personnel Cabinet on developing an accessible time sheet for state employees to report work time on. KATS collaborated with OVR to develop and test the time sheets. Prior to this, state employees using screen readers would have to rely on a sighted coworker to complete their time sheets for them. KATS also worked with the cabinet on making sure information on insurance and other employee benefits were provided in an accessible format. As a result of this TA, a workgroup was created to address ongoing accessibility needs for state employees. The workgroup consists of staff from KATS, OVR, Personnel and representatives of the State ADA Coordinators. The workgroup meets monthly via zoom webinar platform and in person as needed.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
None to report
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 KATS Network and its Regional AT Center in Owensboro co-sponsored a Special Needs Expo at the Convention Center in downtown Owensboro. Families attending were able to learn valuable information about the services and programs offered in this community, and the agents attending also learn as vendors. Vendors included booths set up with information on adult day services, advocacy and support, assistive technology, behavior supports and early childhood information. The expo also offers employment information, future planning help, health and rehabilitation vendors, recreation and waivers. In addition to the vendors, Ambucs trike screenings were provided by Wendell Foster’s Physical Therapists on site. There was also a sensory room available for those needing to take a break during the event. The event was advertised in local newspapers and Facebook, with a reach of (est.) 48,000 readers and subscribers. There were over 400 families in attendance. An article was published at https://www.owensborotimes.com/features/non-profits/2019/07/wendell-foster-hosting-second-special-needs-expo/
2. Our Owensboro regional AT center hosted an Open House event in celebration of AT Awareness Day on March 27, 2019. The event provided information on AT Funding resources, AT Demos, switch adapted toys, AT Reuse, among others.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 2,210 | 00 | 2,210 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 1,373 | 23 | 1,396 |
Representative of Education | 186 | 01 | 187 |
Representative of Employment | 13 | 00 | 13 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 18,051 | 08 | 18,059 |
Representative of Community Living | 1,426 | 07 | 1,433 |
Representative of Technology | 85 | 05 | 90 |
Unable to Categorize | 05 | 01 | 06 |
Total | 23,349 | 45 | 23,394 |
None to report
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? | 01 |
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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.
Personnel information provided to new and existing state employees were made accessible. This includes time sheets, information on insurance and other benefits as well as personnel memos sent out to state employees. Personnel Cabinet staff were trained to learn how to create and edit accessible documents. KATS staff are now represented on work groups developing documents.
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.)
KATS provides annual training to cabinet staff and state EEO and ADA coordinators on accessible documents, ADA and general accessibility. KATS presented at the the annual statewide EEO Conference attended by both state and private employers.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Technology (ICT accessibility and AT
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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Private | $1,176 | Reuse |
Private | $71,000 | Device Loan |
Amount: $72,176 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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None to report
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