National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Puerto Rico 2020
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? | No |
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 |
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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? | 01 |
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Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | AT Fabrication Program |
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2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 22 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 00 |
| C. Total Served | 22 |
| Performance Measure | Number |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 22 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number Provided | Total Estimated Current Retail Purchase Price |
Total Price for Which Devices Were Sold |
Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 02 | $996 | $6 | $990 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 02 | $2,728 | $0 | $2,728 |
| Daily living | 07 | $6,404 | $90 | $6,314 |
| Environmental adaptations | 02 | $2,580 | $52 | $2,528 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 01 | $1,295 | $0 | $1,295 |
| Computers and related | 03 | $353 | $3 | $350 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 05 | $3,522 | $113 | $3,409 |
| Total | 22 | $17,878 | $264 | $17,614 |
D. Anecdote
Isabel (not her real name) is a very enthusiastic young girl with cerebral palsy. Some of her favorite activities involve going out with her mother; just about any daily errand is a fun adventure for Isabel. However, due to the COVID-19, all that changed. Rather than going out, Isabel sat on her wheelchair looking out at the street. The problem was that, even when restrictions were partially lifted, the use of a mask was mandatory in Puerto Rico when entering any public space; there were no exeptions. Different options were tested but, try as it may, Isabel could not tolerate any kind of mask whatsoever. Isabel’s mother contacted the PRATP to help her find a solution. Through PRATP's AT fabrication initiative, a custom transparent enclosure was built to isolate Isabel on her wheelchair. A removable lightweight aluminum structure was created to maximize visibility in all directions. The frame was designed to allow Isabel’s voluntary and involuntary movements without the cover touching her, thus providing her ample space to look out, move and use her mother’s smartphone on her lap. Thus, with a total cost of $12 in materials, PRATP provided a solution that otherwise was not available to Isabel. There are some “wheelchair rain covers” on the market, but they do not provide the custom fit needed for added protection in a COVID-19 scenario and most of them do not fit Isabel’s wheelchair. Also, such systems are expensive (around $300), heavier and difficult to use. Shortly after installation, fitting and testing, Isabel and her mother were off running errands, going shopping, and even attending a long-postponed visit to the dentist, all while keeping Isabel safe.
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. | 02 | 00 | 02 | 04 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 04 | 10 | 16 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| 4. Subtotal | 04 | 04 | 14 | 22 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 04 | 04 | 14 | 22 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 04 | 04 | 14 | 22 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 22 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 22 | |
| 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 | 02 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 139 |
| C. Total | 141 |
| 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 | 141 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 02 | $1,400 | $0 | $1,400 |
| 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 | 02 | $1,400 | $0 | $1,400 |
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 | 02 | $3,255 | $0 | $3,255 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 02 | $7,710 | $0 | $7,710 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 121 | $69,025 | $2 | $69,023 |
| Daily Living | 41 | $6,132 | $0 | $6,132 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $2,506 | $0 | $2,506 |
| Computers and Related | 01 | $87 | $0 | $87 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | $1,600 | $0 | $1,600 |
| Total | 169 | $90,315 | $2 | $90,313 |
D. Anecdote
Angela (not her real name) is a 23-year-old woman with motor disabilities who was relocated to a shelter along with her family after her home was significantly damaged due to the daily earthquakes that hit the south and south-west areas of Puerto Rico for several months at the beginning of the year 2020. We learned that, at the shelter, she was in bed all the time since her power wheelchair had suffered damages during hurricane María and finally stopped working altogether during the earthquakes. Angela’s family did not have the resources or the financial assistance to repair her $7,000 power chair nor to buy a new one. After almost two months of living on the shelter (a camp set on an open stadium), Angela’s family contacted PRATP to request an inspection and possible repair of her power wheelchair. Amidst the frequent seismic events, PRATP assembled a mobile kit to evaluate and repair the chair at the shelter and set up a small area under one of the tents. The chair had several mechanical and electronic issues that were targeted one by one until we found the main problem in the joystick circuit board. It was quite a challenge to diagnose and repair complex parts in such an improvised space, particularly with the ground shaking at times, but the chair finally worked again. Angela and her parents were quite happy and grateful for the service provided by PRATP.
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. | 02 | 00 | 102 | 104 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 12 | 12 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 07 | 00 | 14 | 21 |
| 4. Subtotal | 09 | 00 | 128 | 137 |
| 5. None of the above | 01 | 00 | 02 | 03 |
| 6. Subtotal | 10 | 00 | 130 | 140 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 8. Total | 10 | 00 | 131 | 141 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 90% | NaN% | 97.71% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 138 | 97.87% |
| Satisfied | 01 | 0.71% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 02 | 1.42% |
| Total Surveyed | 141 | |
| Response rate % | 98.58% |
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) | 22 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 01 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 04 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 08 |
| Total | 35 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 24 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
| Representative of Education | 08 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 02 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 01 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 35 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 14 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number |
|---|---|
| Vision | 02 |
| Hearing | 07 |
| Speech Communication | 08 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 10 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 09 |
| Daily Living | 03 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 02 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total | 41 |
E. Anecdote
Sonia (not her real name) is an elder woman who cannot speak and lives by herself in a senior living complex. She contacted PRATP to learn about assistive technology options for alternative communication. Since she lives alone and has several health conditions that require intensive care, Sonia needed an AT device that would help her communicate during emergency situations and allow her to actively participate in the decision-making process regarding medical care. After a demonstration of several AAC technologies, Sonia requested the loan of the Lightwriter device. This loan allowed for a long-term evaluation of the device in different scenarios, after which Sonia concluded that this technology would indeed fulfill her communication needs. Following this, Sonia was able to acquire the Lightwriter device through PRATP’s reuse program.
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 | 07 | 00 | 10 | 17 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
| Subtotal | 07 | 00 | 13 | 20 |
| Have not made a decision | 02 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Subtotal | 09 | 00 | 13 | 22 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 09 | 00 | 13 | 22 |
| Performance on this measure | 77.78% | NaN% | 100% | |
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. | 07 | 00 | 02 | 09 |
| 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 | 02 | 02 |
| 4. Subtotal | 07 | 00 | 04 | 11 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 07 | 00 | 04 | 11 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| 8. Total | 09 | 00 | 04 | 13 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 32 | 91.43% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 5.71% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 2.86% |
| Total Surveyed | 35 | |
| Response rate % | 97.14% |
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 | 02 |
| Hearing | 01 |
| Speech Communication | 20 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 01 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 03 |
| Daily Living | 03 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 04 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 37 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 22 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 18 |
| Representatives of Education | 06 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 06 |
| Representative of Community Living | 00 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 52 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 03 |
| Service Provider | 01 |
| Vendor | 11 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 15 |
D. Anecdote
Dolores (not her real name) is a 63-year-old grandmother with a condition that causes weakness and decreased strength when performing prehensile grips on both hands. She has difficulty handling feeding utensils and it takes her a long time to complete a meal. The spoon and fork become difficult to grasp and hold, prompting her to either call for help or to use tape to try to affix the utensil to her hand. Sonia, Dolores’ daughter, contacted PRATP after learning about it through its Facebook page. A device demonstration service was coordinated, and Dolores had the opportunity to see, try-out and finally decide about the usefulness of an AT device to meet her needs. During the demonstration, several options were presented: adapted utensils with wide handles, universal holders for the spoon/fork (to replace the grip), and an electric feeder, among other devices. Although she liked most of the devices, she preferred the adapted spoon/fork with the wide handle, because it allowed her to still perform the activity on her own with only a slight adjustment to the regular utensil. Once a viable option for Dolores had been identified, the AT specialist offered her information on suppliers and estimated costs.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 12 | 05 | 18 | 35 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 12 | 05 | 18 | 35 |
| Have not made a decision | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| Subtotal | 13 | 05 | 19 | 37 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 13 | 05 | 19 | 37 |
| Performance on this measure | 92.31% | 100% | 94.74% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 49 | 94.23% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 3.85% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 1.92% |
| Total | 52 | |
| Response rate % | 98.08% |
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. | 11 | 00 | 106 | 117 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 04 | 22 | 28 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 07 | 00 | 18 | 25 |
| 4. Subtotal | 20 | 04 | 146 | 170 |
| 5. None of the above | 01 | 00 | 02 | 03 |
| 6. Subtotal | 21 | 04 | 148 | 173 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 02 | 00 | 01 | 03 |
| 8. Total | 23 | 04 | 149 | 176 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 61.9% | 100% | 85.91% | 83.33% |
| 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 | 19 | 05 | 28 | 52 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
| Subtotal | 19 | 05 | 31 | 55 |
| Have not made a decision | 03 | 00 | 01 | 04 |
| Subtotal | 22 | 05 | 32 | 59 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 22 | 05 | 32 | 59 |
| Performance on this measure | 86.36% | 100% | 96.88% | 93.22% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Satisfaction Rating
| Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied and satisfied | 100% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 98.40% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 55 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 51 |
| Representatives of Education | 766 |
| Representatives of Employment | 81 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 186 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 547 |
| Representatives of Technology | 06 |
| Unable to Categorize | 05 |
| TOTAL | 1,697 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,677 | 12 | 08 | 1,697 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 1,428 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 06 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 263 |
| Transition | 00 |
| Total | 1,697 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
During FY 2020, the Puerto Rico Assistive Technology Program (PRATP) transformed its traditional regional conferences into a new virtual conference because of the COVID-19 pandemic. PRATP’s 2020 Virtual Conference was entitled “Assistive Technology Alternatives in Emergency Situations.” Since January 2020, the southern region of Puerto Rico was struck by intense seismic activity, so the conference theme was originally chosen for this reason; but then COVID-19 came along, and the topic was more relevant than ever. The virtual conference was divided in two parts, one dealing with emergency management issues pertaining persons with disabilities and AT user. The second part presented AT solutions that could be particularly useful in emergency situation. The conference was coordinated with MAVI, a local organization that had recently translated and adapted a manual for emergency preparedness and management for persons with disabilities. All presentations were made in accessible format, with closed caption and sign language included. Over 220 participants attended the conference and received important information on strategies for preparing and managing emergencies specific to persons with disabilities, their families and service providers. Recommendations for response to atmospheric phenomena, earthquakes, epidemics, and other emergencies were also explored, along with the use of AT devices as important tools before, during and after an emergency.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, PRATP conducted a series of training sessions on accessible virtual and face-to-face presentations. Training was provided to professors and IT personnel of universities throughout the Island as well as to IT personnel of the Puerto Rico Tribunal Administration Office (TAO). Accessible design and development aspects were discussed as well as guidelines for accessible presentation delivery, captioning, alt-text, and descriptive links, among other areas. Follow-up technical assistance was provided to participants who wanted to integrate accessibility into their courses, develop IT accessibility trainings or to modify university policies and practices regarding IT accessibility.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 132 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 31 |
| No known outcome at this time | 22 |
| Nonrespondent | 78 |
| Total | 263 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 62% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Not Met |
E. Notes:
Due to COVID-19 most of the training was provided online. Many participants in IT/Telecommunications Training did not turn in the document indicating the outcome/result, therefore we had a high non-respondent rate.
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 78% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 1% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 8% |
| Community Living | 9% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 4% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The Puerto Rico Assistive Technology Program (PRATP) provided technical assistance to the University of Puerto Rico’s Medical Science Campus and to the Office of the First Lady of Puerto Rico to design and develop an assistive technology screening tool. This tool was used during the “Get Together for Health” campaign to screen AT needs and potential AT users in Vieques Island (a municipality of Puerto Rico). At this event, PRATP staff, health related professionals and PR government personnel provided specialized services to residents in the island who have limited access to health resources. The screening tool explored needs in all the AT areas by presenting daily living or family situations. Students of health-related professions administered the AT screening tool as part of their clinical practice. The screening results were used to coordinate AT services and to provide AT equipment through PRATP’s reuse program. After the event, the instrument was shared with the Office of the First
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
As part of the “Extended Admission Evaluating Committee” PRATP provided technical assistance to the University of Puerto Rico regarding the implementation of the Post-secondary Passport for Reasonable Accommodation Law (Local Law 250, 2012) for state university campuses. The technical assistance focused on areas related to the use of assistive technologies for the evaluation of candidates transitioning from high school into higher education. Due to changes in education as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, technical assistance was also provided in the area or accommodations for online classes using AT. Recommendations were formally presented to the University’s admissions Office.
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. Vieques is an Island municipality in the archipelago of Puerto Rico with a population of about 9,300 people. During hurricane María, Vieques lost its only hospital and, as a result, for medical appointments residents need to take a ferry or a plane to go to the main Island of Puerto Rico. As an outreach effort, PRATP participated in a health fair in Vieques, along with health-related professionals and PR government personnel in charge of coordinating specialized services to individuals who have limited access to resources. This health fair was a community social service initiative coordinated by the “Government in your Town” program and by the Puerto Rico Governor’s Office. Over 230 Vieques residents received information about the various services provided by PRATP, including a screening of AT needs for persons with disabilities. Through this event, PRATP contributed to close the gap between the community needs and the limited access to resources of individuals with disabilities in hard-to-reach areas.
2.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 119 | 26 | 145 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 222 | 30 | 252 |
| Representative of Education | 73 | 13 | 86 |
| Representative of Employment | 02 | 00 | 02 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 71 | 12 | 83 |
| Representative of Community Living | 59 | 08 | 67 |
| Representative of Technology | 08 | 01 | 09 |
| Unable to Categorize | 08 | 03 | 11 |
| Total | 562 | 93 | 655 |
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? | 01 |
|---|
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 FY 2020 PRATP collaborated in developing an amendment to Local Law 264 (2000) to change PRATP’s administrative entity and to promote a better integration among state agencies in the provision of AT related services. The amendment included mechanisms to encourage and streamline social innovation regarding the local design, development, protection of intellectual property and tech transfer of assistive technologies and rehabilitation devices.
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.)
Passing of Local Law 24 (2020) to amend Local Law 264 (2000) known as the “Puerto Rico Assistive Technology Program Law”. This law changes PRATP’s administrative entity to the University of Puerto Rico’s Medical Sciences Campus and reconfigures its advisory board to better promote inter-agency collaboration and to improve the AT services Island-wide. The full document can be obtained at: http://www.lexjuris.com/lexlex/Leyes2020/lexl2020024.htm
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Technology (ICT accessibility and AT
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.
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?
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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Appropriations | $35,000 | Technical Assistance |
| State Appropriations | $45,000 | State Financing |
| State Appropriations | $50,000 | Training |
| State Appropriations | $50,000 | Public Awareness, I&A |
| State Appropriations | $40,000 | Device Loan |
| State Appropriations | $20,000 | Demonstration |
| State Appropriations | $30,000 | Reuse |
| Amount: $270,000 |
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).
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