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 | 84 |
C. Total | 84 |
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 | 84 |
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 | $3,600 | $0 | $3,600 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 06 | $5,050 | $0 | $5,050 |
Daily Living | 03 | $2,639 | $0 | $2,639 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 74 | $50,750 | $4,500 | $46,250 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 84 | $62,039 | $4,500 | $57,539 |
Through our computer refurbishment program we are able to serve disabled individuals in all areas of education, employment and community living. In this reporting period we refurbished 72 laptop computers that were dispersed across the state. This program has become increasingly popular so we've decided to increase the amount of individuals we can serve for FY19-20 to 96.
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. | 21 | 04 | 04 | 29 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 38 | 07 | 08 | 53 |
4. Subtotal | 60 | 12 | 12 | 84 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 60 | 12 | 12 | 84 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 60 | 12 | 12 | 84 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 61 | 72.62% |
Satisfied | 07 | 8.33% |
Satisfied somewhat | 16 | 19.05% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 84 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 38 |
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 | 37 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 07 |
Total | 115 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 87 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 11 |
Representative of Education | 13 |
Representative of Employment | 01 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 02 |
Representatives of Community Living | 01 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Total | 115 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 90 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 27 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 32 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 13 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 29 |
Daily Living | 17 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 13 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total | 131 |
We had a client in her 50s who was working with our Assistive Technology department as well as our Business Development program at MS Department of Rehabilitation Services- the agency we are housed under in the state. She was joining our intern program where she would be working as a bank teller at a local credit union. She was in need of a power wheelchair with lift in order to reach the counter for transactions, and there was absolutely no way she would receive funding in time to start her internship. We were able to provide her a loaner power chair that fit her needs exactly so that she could begin work the very next day. Otherwise, she would've had to postpone her internship thus creating a longer wait for her independence.
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 | 15 | 00 | 16 | 31 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 00 | 04 | 06 |
Subtotal | 17 | 00 | 20 | 37 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 17 | 00 | 20 | 37 |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
Total | 18 | 00 | 20 | 38 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 100% |
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. | 02 | 00 | 41 | 43 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 06 | 00 | 17 | 23 |
4. Subtotal | 08 | 00 | 62 | 70 |
5. None of the above | 04 | 00 | 02 | 06 |
6. Subtotal | 12 | 00 | 64 | 76 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
8. Total | 12 | 00 | 65 | 77 |
9. Performance on this measure | 66.67% | NaN% | 96.88% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 83 | 72.17% |
Satisfied | 02 | 1.74% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 30 | 26.09% |
Total Surveyed | 115 | |
Response rate % | 73.91% |
During the reporting period two (2) of the sub-grantees that provide loans in our state had a complete turn-over in administration. Unfortunately there was no data entered prior to their departure, and the interim administration wasn't properly trained on entering their data into the system. They are both unable to provide me with the numbers for their loans, reuse, demonstrations, etc. This ultimately causes Project START's numbers to be considerably lower this reporting period than usual. The T.K. Martin Center was able to provide general info on some loans they provided and are listed below. Adult female- cushion to use until her cushion can in and prevent skin breakdown Toddler- special tomato to use for support while determining what he needed long term. The child had suddenly developed a seizure disorder and needed the insert in his stroller to prevent injury Preschooler- transport chair to use with a broken leg Elementary student- gait trainer
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 00 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 35 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 01 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
Daily Living | 00 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 00 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 36 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 36 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 46 |
Representatives of Education | 07 |
Representatives of Employment | 01 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 03 |
Representative of Community Living | 01 |
Representative of Technology | 00 |
Total | 94 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 04 |
Service Provider | 00 |
Vendor | 00 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 04 |
A local school district administrator reached out to us to assist with a student who is visually impaired and has a dyslexia. He was struggling in his classes, and she wanted us to help find the best fit for him. She along with the student and his mother visited our loan library for a demonstration of a few portable devices and of the C Pen Reader as they didn't have any experience with it. After the demonstration the student decided to try it out at school, and a loan was made to him. The school district administrator called to inform us that the C Pen Reader has made such a difference in his confidence and school work. The child is doing 100% better in his studies.
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 | 22 | 00 | 07 | 29 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
Subtotal | 24 | 00 | 07 | 31 |
Have not made a decision | 04 | 00 | 01 | 05 |
Subtotal | 28 | 00 | 08 | 36 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 28 | 00 | 08 | 36 |
Performance on this measure | 85.71% | NaN% | 87.5% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 32 | 34.04% |
Satisfied | 62 | 65.96% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 94 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
As mentioned under Device Loans our sub-grantees weren't able to provide me with their FY 18-19 data with a complete unexpected turn-over in administration. One of these centers is our primary source of augmentative alternative communication device demos, trainings and loans.
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. | 23 | 04 | 45 | 72 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 01 | 04 | 06 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 44 | 07 | 25 | 76 |
4. Subtotal | 68 | 12 | 74 | 154 |
5. None of the above | 04 | 00 | 02 | 06 |
6. Subtotal | 72 | 12 | 76 | 160 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
8. Total | 72 | 12 | 77 | 161 |
9. Performance on this measure | 33.33% | 41.67% | 64.47% | 48.75% |
ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
Met/Not Met | Not 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 | 37 | 00 | 23 | 60 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 04 | 00 | 04 | 08 |
Subtotal | 41 | 00 | 27 | 68 |
Have not made a decision | 04 | 00 | 01 | 05 |
Subtotal | 45 | 00 | 28 | 73 |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
Total | 46 | 00 | 28 | 74 |
Performance on this measure | 91.11% | NaN% | 96.43% | 93.15% |
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 | 93.92% | 95% | Not Met |
Response Rate | 89.76% | 90% | Not Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 00 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
Representatives of Education | 15 |
Representatives of Employment | 00 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 15 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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15 | 00 | 00 | 15 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 15 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 00 |
Transition | 00 |
Total | 15 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Project START sponsored a training in conjunction with a representative from PRC on augmentative alternative communication devices to educators, speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, parents and assistive technology professionals. The Accent communication devices are one of the most popular items in our loan library so our staff wanted to familiarize ourselves with a better understanding of it's functions as well. We learned about LAMP Words for Life and programming, customizing and basic implementation of vocabulary. We learned basic strategies to get a non verbal individual talking with the device.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
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 | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 00 |
Performance Measure Percentage | NaN% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
As previously mentioned under Device Loans and Device Demonstrations all data from our sub-grantees has not been reported to Project START as it wasn't made available to them as new directors that came in at the end of the reporting year. T.K. Martin Center noted a Permobil chair was used to train two children how to drive a power chair.
Education | 83% |
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Employment | 17% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Project START provided assistance and hands-on experience to speech pathologists, parents and educators with the augmentative and alternative communication devices that are always available in the lending library/lab.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Assistance was provided to an MDRS vocational rehab counselor for the blind on how to better serve his visually impaired clients through a loaned portable magnifying device to use during the college semester.
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. Project START in conjunction with T.K. Martin Center on the campus of Mississippi State University sponsored Camp Jabber Jaw in summer 2018. The camp is designed for kids with special needs and who use augmentative and alternative communication technologies. The camp had 19 campers and their families from 5 states. 19 speech pathology students learned AAC and facilitated learning for their campers and families. Students were from Mississippi University for Women, Jackson State University and University of Southern Mississippi. This is a week long camp that provides an opportunity for them to interact with other families going through the same steps. Campers have fun, hands-on activities daily.
2. Project START attended the Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities' Disability MegaConference this fiscal year. There were approximately 340 attendees. We set up our exhibit booth with several devices and information as well as give-aways. We were able to reach therapists, teachers, parents and individuals with various disabilities. Some people had never heard of our program before, took an application with them and applied for services the same week. This also resulted in individuals visiting our AT Lab.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 11 | 05 | 16 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 03 | 03 | 06 |
Representative of Education | 04 | 00 | 04 |
Representative of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 06 | 00 | 06 |
Representative of Community Living | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 25 | 08 | 33 |
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? | No |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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