Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
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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? | 01 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: STAR administers MN's accommodation fund for employees/applicants of exec. branch state agencies. |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 12 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 00 |
C. Total Served | 12 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 12 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 00 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Executive branch agencies have a legal responsibility to provide reasonable accommodations to their state employees and applicants; therefore, this information should be excluded.
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
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Vision | 08 | $9,353 |
Hearing | 02 | $1,543 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 01 | $997 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 01 | $1,029 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 12 | $12,922 |
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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An employee was having difficulty performing computer-based work due to a decline in vision. Screen magnification software and training were provided as an accommodation, which allowed the employee to remain in her current position.
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 | 12 | 100% |
Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 12 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 01 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 240 |
C. Total | 241 |
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 | 241 |
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 | 01 | $350 | $0 | $350 |
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 | 01 | $350 | $0 | $350 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 02 | $359 | $0 | $359 |
Speech Communication | 131 | $340,937 | $0 | $340,937 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental Adaptations | 108 | $60,563 | $0 | $60,563 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 241 | $401,859 | $0 | $401,859 |
STAR partners with the ALS Association to provide open-ended loans to Minnesotans diagnosed with ALS. Recently, a gentleman reached out to the association for help accessing his iPad, which is his sole means of communication and entertainment. He has limited movement and spends most of his day at home on his couch, which made it difficult to use his iPad. The ALS Association loaned him a Magic-Arm clamp-on tablet mount. Using this mount, he can position his iPad in such a way as to conserve his energy and independently use his iPad longer.
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 | 239 | 239 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
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 | 241 | 241 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 241 | 241 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 241 | 241 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 240 | 99.59% |
Satisfied | 01 | 0.41% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 241 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 456 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 20 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 66 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 32 |
Total | 574 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 116 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 118 |
Representative of Education | 216 |
Representative of Employment | 36 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 50 |
Representatives of Community Living | 04 |
Representatives of Technology | 34 |
Total | 574 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 25 |
Hearing | 35 |
Speech Communication | 250 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 94 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 28 |
Daily Living | 42 |
Environmental Adaptations | 54 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 120 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 36 |
Total | 684 |
A school professional borrowed the Liftware Steady Starter Kit from our partner, Pacer Center’s Simon Technology Center. According to the professional, “The student I trialed this for had a history of throwing utensils across the room when frustrated because of spillage due to a tremor/unsteadiness. Therefore, the staff had begun to feed him, reducing his independence. The spoon worked well for him, and he was able to eat calmly and independently again. Seeing his smile was great! I will be ordering one for his continual daily use at school!”
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 | 186 | 20 | 132 | 338 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 35 | 09 | 28 | 72 |
Subtotal | 221 | 29 | 160 | 410 |
Have not made a decision | 32 | 03 | 11 | 46 |
Subtotal | 253 | 32 | 171 | 456 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 253 | 32 | 171 | 456 |
Performance on this measure | 87.35% | 90.63% | 93.57% |
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. | 17 | 01 | 10 | 28 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 10 | 26 | 05 | 41 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 05 | 01 | 11 | 17 |
4. Subtotal | 32 | 28 | 26 | 86 |
5. None of the above | 29 | 00 | 03 | 32 |
6. Subtotal | 61 | 28 | 29 | 118 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 61 | 28 | 29 | 118 |
9. Performance on this measure | 52.46% | 100% | 89.66% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 477 | 83.1% |
Satisfied | 76 | 13.24% |
Satisfied somewhat | 15 | 2.61% |
Not at all satisfied | 02 | 0.35% |
Nonrespondent | 04 | 0.7% |
Total Surveyed | 574 | |
Response rate % | 99.3% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 09 |
Hearing | 11 |
Speech Communication | 124 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 39 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 04 |
Daily Living | 04 |
Environmental Adaptations | 15 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 47 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 254 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 125 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 33 |
Representatives of Education | 77 |
Representatives of Employment | 20 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 26 |
Representative of Community Living | 03 |
Representative of Technology | 01 |
Total | 285 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 29 |
Service Provider | 161 |
Vendor | 25 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 215 |
A child with multiple needs was seen for an AAC Evaluation at school by our partner, Regional Assistive Technology Center in Moorhead, Minnesota. The purpose of the evaluation was to demonstrate and determine possible switch accessible tools and supports for this second-grade student. Several cause and effect toys were shown in addition to single button messages via switch access. The student was very motivated to hear and see the toys that she could control. The greatest motivator was access to a switch connected to a butterfly button that allowed her to color on paper. It was apparent that she knew she was in control of the coloring and that she was independently creating pictures. The paraprofessional was also delighted to see the student color for the first time! The coloring butterfly was loaned in addition to switches and single message devices.
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 | 82 | 74 | 98 | 254 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 82 | 74 | 98 | 254 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 82 | 74 | 98 | 254 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 82 | 74 | 98 | 254 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 256 | 89.82% |
Satisfied | 28 | 9.82% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.35% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 285 | |
Response rate % | 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. | 17 | 01 | 249 | 267 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 10 | 26 | 07 | 43 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 05 | 01 | 11 | 17 |
4. Subtotal | 32 | 28 | 267 | 327 |
5. None of the above | 29 | 00 | 03 | 32 |
6. Subtotal | 61 | 28 | 270 | 359 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 61 | 28 | 270 | 359 |
9. Performance on this measure | 44.26% | 96.43% | 94.81% | 86.35% |
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 | 268 | 94 | 230 | 592 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 35 | 09 | 28 | 72 |
Subtotal | 303 | 103 | 258 | 664 |
Have not made a decision | 32 | 03 | 11 | 46 |
Subtotal | 335 | 106 | 269 | 710 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 335 | 106 | 269 | 710 |
Performance on this measure | 90.45% | 97.17% | 95.91% | 93.52% |
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 | 98.38% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 99.64% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 00 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
Representatives of Education | 27 |
Representatives of Employment | 16 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 74 |
Representatives of Community Living | 122 |
Representatives of Technology | 266 |
Unable to Categorize | 11 |
TOTAL | 516 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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499 | 02 | 15 | 516 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 78 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 318 |
Transition | 120 |
Total | 516 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
STAR staff conducted a two-day training for occupational therapy students. The purpose of the training was to increase awareness of assistive technology and provide practical hands-on experience. The training included lectures, case studies, and time exploring AT stations that addressed specific needs (e.g., vision, hearing, learning).
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
STAR’s Program Director participated in AT Consideration training for Anoka county case workers. Two sessions (morning and afternoon) were held. There were a total of 120 attendees. The purpose of the training was to provide case workers with an opportunity to practice AT consideration skills (based on previous training) using real-life case scenarios. STAR provided a brief presentation on its services, answered AT questions, and assisted case workers with problem-solving the practice scenarios presented. AT consideration is required under Minnesota state law during service intake as well as at an annual review of needs.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Last year, STAR reported in its APR that it collaborated with Minnesota’s Office of Accessibility to create e-learning modules on how to create accessible documents. Training is available free online at https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/accessibility/training/. This year, the modules were added to the state employee electronic learning management system. Starting in May, state IT professionals began taking our online accessibility training. The goal for future years is to have all state employees complete the modules to increase awareness and skills needed to develop and implement accessible documents and influence policies and procurement practices.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 307 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 11 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 318 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 96.5% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 68% |
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Employment | 25% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 7% |
Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
STAR and its advisory council provided feedback to the Minnesota Department of Health regarding its current Crisis Standards of Care framework, which guides the department on strategies for optimal allocation of scarce resources during a crisis (e.g., natural disaster, pandemic).
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
STAR’s program director worked with the Governor’s Office and Minnesota’s Office of Management and Budget to review and revise Executive Order 19-15 as well as supporting policies and procedures designed to increase the hiring and retention of people with disabilities working in state government.
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. STAR staff provided a hands-on AT Experience lab at the Age & Disabilities Odyssey conference in Duluth. This conference, hosted by Minnesota’s Department of Human Services and Minnesota Board on Aging, is for advocates, consumers, policymakers, and providers dedicated to improving services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities. There were 1,700 attendees at this event.
2. STAR staff participated in the 11th Annual Charting the Cs cross-categorical conference for education professionals as well as a pre-conference Family Day for students with disabilities and their families. This event attracts over 600 professionals from around the state and provides STAR with an opportunity to share AT-related resources with educators and demonstrate AT available to help students succeed. Family Day provides students and their family with an opportunity to learn about and explore AT options available through our program.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 28 | 00 | 28 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 36 | 02 | 38 |
Representative of Education | 03 | 01 | 04 |
Representative of Employment | 23 | 00 | 23 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 33 | 00 | 33 |
Representative of Community Living | 11 | 03 | 14 |
Representative of Technology | 09 | 00 | 09 |
Unable to Categorize | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Total | 145 | 06 | 151 |
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.
Minnesota's State AT Act Program is part of a cross-agency disability Forum that provided technical assistance to the Governor's Office and Minnesota Management and Budget. This technical assistance is increasing the hiring and retention of workers with disabilities.
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.)
Technical assistance related to the employment of people with disabilities resulted in Executive Order 19-15 (https://mn.gov/governor/assets/2019_04_01_EO_19-15_tcm1055-378183.pdf) revision to state policies https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/equal-opportunity/ada/, revisions to Minnesota’s Connect 700 program (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/connect-700-program.jsp) and the formation of a task force https://mn.gov/mmb/mmbhome/meeting-minutes-agendas.jsp?id=1059-406158.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Employment
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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State Appropriations | $12,922 | State Financing |
Amount: $12,922 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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