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 | 1,040 |
C. Total | 1,040 |
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 | 1,040 |
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 | 144 | $126,939 | $2,900 | $124,039 |
Hearing | 14 | $3,124 | $0 | $3,124 |
Speech Communication | 13 | $8,066 | $0 | $8,066 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 162 | $21,350 | $0 | $21,350 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 558 | $179,271 | $30 | $179,241 |
Daily Living | 314 | $55,601 | $75 | $55,526 |
Environmental Adaptations | 30 | $7,080 | $0 | $7,080 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 03 | $3,000 | $0 | $3,000 |
Computers and Related | 165 | $26,997 | $650 | $26,347 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 06 | $1,445 | $0 | $1,445 |
Total | 1,409 | $432,873 | $3,655 | $429,218 |
A gentleman in his 40s with Down syndrome has a very unsteady gait. A is an individual who has down syndrome. His aging parents with medical issues of their own are his primary means of care and support. His mother expressed concerns about his stability and fearing both of them falling down the stairs while going to the upper level of the home where his bedroom is located. The Tennessee Technology Access Program’s partnering assistive technology (AT) center in west TN had a stairlift received an inquiry about donating a stairlift to the reutilization program. The center’s technical outreach staff went to the home to help dismantle the stairlift, and subsequently were later able to deliver to the residence of the individual with Down syndrome. Staff assisted with transporting and setup of the lift in the new location. The service light came on, and the AT center referred them to the stair lift repair company regarding servicing the lift. They arranged for the lift to be serviced and the battery to be replaced. The lift is installed and fully operational. His mom shared that he is now independently moving up and down the stairs because of the lift, which has eliminated the concerns for falls and injuries.
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. | 95 | 52 | 728 | 875 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 08 | 49 | 59 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 03 | 36 | 39 |
4. Subtotal | 97 | 63 | 813 | 973 |
5. None of the above | 01 | 03 | 58 | 62 |
6. Subtotal | 98 | 66 | 871 | 1,035 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
8. Total | 98 | 66 | 876 | 1,040 |
9. Performance on this measure | 98.98% | 95.45% | 92.81% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,023 | 98.37% |
Satisfied | 15 | 1.44% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.1% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 0.1% |
Total Surveyed | 1,040 | |
Response rate % | 99.9% |
TTAP utilizes contractors to provide reutilization services. Acceptance of used equipment was paused by most contractors for a period of time during this funding cycle due to COVID-19 precautions. Processes were established to resume intake of devices and ensure proper cleaning and staff safety. Fewer inquiries for equipment were received during this time period. While direct reutilization services were paused initially, methods to safely get the reutilized equipment to individuals were established at each location. Despite a noticeable drop in the number of devices reutilized, the overall values of savings to consumers remained comparable.
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 178 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 13 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 25 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 10 |
Total | 226 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 200 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 03 |
Representative of Education | 12 |
Representative of Employment | 00 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 05 |
Representatives of Community Living | 01 |
Representatives of Technology | 05 |
Total | 226 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 84 |
Hearing | 17 |
Speech Communication | 20 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 32 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 18 |
Daily Living | 32 |
Environmental Adaptations | 11 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 105 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 |
Total | 321 |
When given a diagnosis of glioblastoma, doctors told 54-year-old Mr. P that he only had a few months to live. Glioblastoma is an aggressive type of cancer that can occur in the brain or spinal cord. Mr. P’s condition was a brain tumor sitting on the area of his brain responsible for controlling expressive communication. He was no longer able to communicate his wants or needs. However, his understanding of language remained intact. Although he was able to understand everything said to him, he did not have a way to express his wants, needs, thoughts or ideas. The inability to communicate had really taken a toll on Mr. Price and his outlook. Through a connection with the Tennessee Technology Access Program’s partnering assistive technology (AT) center is southwest Tennessee, Mr. P. began seeing speech therapist who helped determine a communication app on an iPad that would benefit Mr. P. The AT center loan the iPad which included the necessary app to provide an accommodation during a short-term need. With this device loan, he was able to utilize therapy and communication apps to improve his quality of life while easing some of the burden and frustration that he and his family had been experiencing because of his terminal illness. When Mr. P passed away, his family returned the device to the AT center. He and his family were highly satisfied with this service and were grateful for the opportunity to communicate with him during his final days.
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 | 24 | 21 | 100 | 145 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 06 | 02 | 13 | 21 |
Subtotal | 30 | 23 | 113 | 166 |
Have not made a decision | 01 | 00 | 08 | 09 |
Subtotal | 31 | 23 | 121 | 175 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 |
Total | 31 | 24 | 123 | 178 |
Performance on this measure | 96.77% | 100% | 93.39% |
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. | 10 | 08 | 10 | 28 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 03 | 02 | 01 | 06 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
4. Subtotal | 13 | 10 | 14 | 37 |
5. None of the above | 04 | 06 | 01 | 11 |
6. Subtotal | 17 | 16 | 15 | 48 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 17 | 16 | 15 | 48 |
9. Performance on this measure | 76.47% | 62.5% | 93.33% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 201 | 88.94% |
Satisfied | 14 | 6.19% |
Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 1.33% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.44% |
Nonrespondent | 07 | 3.1% |
Total Surveyed | 226 | |
Response rate % | 96.9% |
During this reporting period, the number of devices loaned and borrowers declined, with COVID-19 being a major factor. Many short term loans were initially extended as a safety precaution to minimize bringing devices back in to contractor locations. Extending loans decreased some availability of inventory. Direct services were paused for a period of time, which varied by contractor location and specific restrictions in the respective areas. Fewer requests for appointments and loaner devices were received. Efforts were made to ensure loaner devices were available through safe interactions with exchange in alterative locations, outside options, and appropriate precautions. Contractors ensured proper cleaning of any returned devices.
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 123 |
Hearing | 06 |
Speech Communication | 12 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 03 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 09 |
Daily Living | 28 |
Environmental Adaptations | 04 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 32 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 217 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 202 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 110 |
Representatives of Education | 14 |
Representatives of Employment | 04 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 16 |
Representative of Community Living | 05 |
Representative of Technology | 04 |
Total | 355 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 34 |
Service Provider | 33 |
Vendor | 81 |
Repair Service | 01 |
Others | 07 |
Total | 156 |
Declining vision can greatly impact an individual’s connection to the world around them. Mr. B was experiencing those feeling of separation as his vision deteriorated due to Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP). RP is a condition that gradually breaks down the retina, often resulting in tunnel vision. He was experiencing difficulty seeing his phone, making it difficult to access important functions to make calls and interact with others. Mr. B’s ability to read important labels at work was also impacted by RP. The more his vision declined, the more difficult it became to do the activities that he was accustomed to doing independently. The assistive technology (AT) center serving southeast Tennessee demonstrated options available to help him increase access to information using options available on his phone. The center staff enabled the built-in Screen Magnifier feature on his phone to show him how text and other information could be enlarged for him to see. The AT center enable the Magnifier tool, that allowed him to quickly turn his phone into a handheld magnifier. AT center staff also demonstrated SeeingAI, a free program from Microsoft that can take a picture of a document and read it aloud, and then installed on his phone as requested. Mr. B. was thrilled with these developments, especially because the accommodations were on his phone. "Everybody has a phone all the time" he said, "and this does not single me out or make me different." He was very excited at the new level of independence he gained from his visit with the AT center.
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 | 17 | 25 | 126 | 168 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 12 | 12 |
Subtotal | 17 | 25 | 138 | 180 |
Have not made a decision | 06 | 05 | 26 | 37 |
Subtotal | 23 | 30 | 164 | 217 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 23 | 30 | 164 | 217 |
Performance on this measure | 73.91% | 83.33% | 84.15% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 322 | 90.7% |
Satisfied | 21 | 5.92% |
Satisfied somewhat | 11 | 3.1% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 01 | 0.28% |
Total | 355 | |
Response rate % | 99.72% |
COVID-19 influenced the drop in demonstrations during this funding cycle. Pauses to in-person services by contractors varied based on their respective leadership and restrictions in their respective areas. As the situation continued, options were available for virtual demonstrations when suitable for the consumer. As TN continues to have high transmission rates, challenges for doing demonstrations remain present.
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. | 105 | 60 | 738 | 903 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 05 | 10 | 50 | 65 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 03 | 39 | 42 |
4. Subtotal | 110 | 73 | 827 | 1,010 |
5. None of the above | 05 | 09 | 59 | 73 |
6. Subtotal | 115 | 82 | 886 | 1,083 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
8. Total | 115 | 82 | 891 | 1,088 |
9. Performance on this measure | 95.65% | 85.37% | 88.44% | 88.97% |
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 | 41 | 46 | 226 | 313 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 06 | 02 | 25 | 33 |
Subtotal | 47 | 48 | 251 | 346 |
Have not made a decision | 07 | 05 | 34 | 46 |
Subtotal | 54 | 53 | 285 | 392 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 |
Total | 54 | 54 | 287 | 395 |
Performance on this measure | 87.04% | 90.57% | 88.07% | 88.27% |
ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
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Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.01% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 99.44% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 490 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 51 |
Representatives of Education | 131 |
Representatives of Employment | 112 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 56 |
Representatives of Community Living | 05 |
Representatives of Technology | 01 |
Unable to Categorize | 68 |
TOTAL | 914 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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881 | 33 | 00 | 914 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 297 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 392 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 28 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 140 |
Transition | 57 |
Total | 914 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
The Tennessee Technology Access Program’s (TTAP) partnering center collaborated with area programs addressing the digital divide, a disparity that flows from lacking the knowledge and ability to access the internet leading to increased poverty and fewer opportunities. The first partnership is Partnership for Families, Children, and Adults, a program to empower deaf, deaf-blind, and hard-of-hearing communities in Chattanooga. The second partnership is Tech Goes Home: Chattanooga, which seeks to bridge the digital divide. The collaborative effort focused on training through Tech Goes Home: Chattanooga. The AT center’s Executive Director and assistive technology (AT) professionals provided training to attendees. The training emphasized the use of Chromebook personal computers and addressed digital communication topics such as schools communicating with parents via email, employers requiring digital resume submission, and the ease of paying bills online. Tech Goes Home addresses the digital divide by providing Chromebook laptop computers to individuals who would not otherwise be able to afford one, with the condition that they must first attend fifteen hours of instruction to become familiar with the technology and how to successfully use it as a tool for education, employment, and community living. This year’s event was the first time that individuals with hearing loss were specifically targeted by the Tech Goes Home as part of this collaborative effort. Training with adult students took place for three hours per night once a week for a month. Many of the participants had never used a computer before and only used American Sign Language (ASL). The AT center’s Executive Director and AT professionals within the partnership provided extra training to address the language barrier related to many technical words and concepts required to use a computer. For example, the sign for “mouse” in ASL involves miming the shape of rodent’s face – and for many in the class, the word “mouse” has always only meant rodent. The students had to be taught that in this concept “mouse” referred to a computer mouse as well as the mouse “pointer” on the screen. Similar examples included “buttons” being boxes to click on the screen, and just not the buttons on a shirt, and “clicking” a button is a sound-word that actually meant to push or select (a foreign concept because they hadn’t heard their fingers “click”). The collaborative efforts to provide the training was successful and met the needs of the participants. At the end of the training several students were already using their Chromebooks to send emails and actively look for employment.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Education: One if the Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) partnering assistive technology (AT) center in west Tennessee supported the efforts of the Union University Employment training, Daily living skills, Godly focus, Educational enrichment (EDGE) program. The Union EDGE program provides a holistic, post-secondary education for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, encouraging increased independent skills that lead to a better quality of life and aligning with Union's mission of providing "Christ-centered education that promotes excellence and character development in service to Church and society." (uu.edu) The AT center’s board-certified music therapist provided training to incoming students in the EDGE program at Union University. The trainings designed to target students in transition from high school to college were given to small groups throughout the day, including EDGE students and their peer mentors for the program. Transition activities during the training included recognizing strengths and needs and identifying resources for students with a disabilities, as well as training for those without disabilities on self-advocacy struggles. Music and AT within the classroom were used by the AT center’s music therapist as tools throughout the training to aid the EDGE students in learning. Additionally, training was provided on the use of personal technology for resource finding through the transition process. This event is an ongoing collaboration with the Union EDGE program that will continue in the future as new cohorts of students arrive each Fall. Community Living: The Tennessee Technology Access Program’s (TTAP) partnering assistive technology (AT) center hosted a virtual training for seniors who would be transitioning from a facility to home and to those who desired to maintain independence. The training was conducted by the AT center’s Occupational Therapist /VP of Client Services, AT specialist, and the center’s TTAP Coordinator. The training was coined “Seniors and AT.” Invitees included a spectrum of senior supports and agencies who provide services to seniors including local church senior pastors and missions’ pastors, home agencies health, local non-profits for independent living and senior citizens, and senior living agencies. The training sessions included information about popular smart home devices, noting how they can help seniors maintain safety and independence in their homes or as they move from facilities back to their home. The OT and AT specialist also educated the group about the TTAP reutilization program, and shared information about some of the items currently available for device loan or reutilization. The transition “Seniors and AT” training created a network of contacts for future communications and collaborative opportunities, including senior AT trainings and upcoming events such as the Pass-It-On Day for reutilization.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
TTAP in collaboration with Oklahoma AbleTech facilitated a series of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) trainings with the TN Department of Human Services staff to increase capacity related to accessible materials. While the initial event was a 2.5 day in-person training, the method shifted to a 7-part series of webinars in response to COVID-19. The training topics included accessibility policy, Word and PowerPoint accessibility, PDF accessibility, accessibility for media and social media platforms, and 3 sessions pertaining to web accessibility topics. The interactive manner of the sessions allowed participants to try tasks on their own computers during the training, increasing engagement and retention of knowledge that can be applied in their respective jobs.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 56 |
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 64 |
No known outcome at this time | 11 |
Nonrespondent | 09 |
Total | 140 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 85.7% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Through the implementation of virtual training options, the overall training for the reporting period is comparable to the previous reporting period.
Education | 94% |
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Employment | 0% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 0% |
Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 6% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
An assistive technology (AT) center that partners with the Tennessee Technology Access Program (TTAP) has fostered a partnership with The University of Tennessee (UT) at Chattanooga to provide technical assistance to its engineering program through “Technology Designed to Benefit.” The AT center provides technical assistance through guidance on design projects designed to benefit individuals with disabilities. The AT center provides guidance as they students work to develop strategies, utilize technology to solve problems, and create devices and solutions with applications to benefit many people. Projects have developed solutions for use is sensory rooms to assist students with autism and other disabilities. Others have addressed safety concerns for classroom setings. The AT center provides technical assistance by meeting with the engineering students as well as the recipient; they also give guidance throughout the semester to the students. UT Chattanooga approves continued technica
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
No technical assistance specific to transition was provided during this reporting period. All transition activities reported fall under the training category.
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. Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is a day dedicated to bringing awareness to the importance of digital access and inclusion for individuals with disabilities. One of the Tennessee Technology Access Program’s (TTAP) partner assistive technology (AT) center commemorated GAAD by holding their second annual conference. The conference occurred as a virtual event over several days for safety reasons, rather than in-person on a single day as originally planned The combined attendance for the 8 sessions surpassed 1000 participants. The topics shared from a variety of experts offering unique perspectives included: • Accessibility Trends • Accessible Media Platforms • Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology • Creating a Culture of Accessibility • Moving from Disability Accommodation to Universal Design • Technology in the Workplace • Universal Design Roundtable • Voice Technology and Accessibility The conference included a diverse group of attendees, such as business professionals, individuals with disabilities, family members, and professionals working in the arena of disabilities.
2. In October 2019, TTAP hosted the 4th Annual Resource Ability Assistive Technology Access Fair. Approximately 200 individuals attended the event, including Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, school personnel, business representatives, individuals with disabilities and other professionals. Keynote speaker Liz Persaud shared her life story and the importance of assistive technology throughout her life, leaving participants with a new perspective on assistive technology and determination. At the conclusion the program, participants engaged with an array of 30 assistive technology and disability services vendors for a hands-on experience. The event strengthened the awareness and understand of assistive technology of those in attendance, with plans to continue the event for upcoming years.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 494 | 59 | 553 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 190 | 30 | 220 |
Representative of Education | 48 | 05 | 53 |
Representative of Employment | 28 | 01 | 29 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 80 | 09 | 89 |
Representative of Community Living | 36 | 03 | 39 |
Representative of Technology | 04 | 00 | 04 |
Unable to Categorize | 39 | 04 | 43 |
Total | 919 | 111 | 1,030 |
Although an increase in requests for information may have been anticipated during COVID-19, contractors reported significantly fewer inquiries. This may have been influenced by the urgent needs of health, food and other concerns taking precedence. TTAP maintained contact with other entities to disseminated information about available services.
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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