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Montana 2020

General Information

Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)

State AT Program Title:
MonTECH
State AT Program Title:
State AT Program URL
http://montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/
Mailing Address:
29 McGill Hall
City:
Missoula
State:
Montana
Zip Code:
59812
Program Email:
montech@ruralinstitute.umt.edu
Phone:
4062435751
TTY:

Lead Agency

Agency Name:
Department of Health and Humans Services-Disability Employment and Transitions
Mailing Address:
PO Box 4210
City:
Helena
State:
Montana
Zip Code:
59601
Program URL:

Implementing Entity

Name of Implementing Agency:
MonTECH at Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities
Mailing Address:
29 McGill Hall, UM, MonTECH-Rural Institute
City
Missoula
State:
Montana
Zip Code:
59812
Program URL:
http://montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/

Program Director and Other Contacts

Program Director for State AT Program (last, first):
Kimmel, Molly
Title:
Program Director
Phone:
4062435769
E-mail:
molly.kimmel@mso.umt.edu
Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):
Conzelman, Lacey
Title:
Program Manager
Phone:
4066557673
E-mail:
Lacey.Conzelman@mt.gov
Primary Contact at Implementing Agency (last, first) - If applicable:
Kimmel, Molly
Title:
Program Director
Phone:
4062435769
E-mail:
molly.kimmel@mso.umt.edu

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):
Title:
Phone:
E-mail:

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):
Conzelman, Lacey
Title:
Program Manager
Phone:
4066557673
E-mail:
Lacey.Conzelman@mt.gov

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? Yes

Loan Applications
Area of Residence Total
Metro
RUCC 1-3 		Non-Metro
RUCC 4-9
Approved Loan made 04 04 08
Approved Not made 00 00 00
Rejected 02 00 02
Total 06 04 10

2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made

Lowest/Highest Incomes
Lowest Income: $11,592 Highest Income: $119,798

Average Income
Sum of Incomes Loans Made Average Annual Income
$408,218 08 $51,027

Number and Percentage of Loans Made to Applicants by Income Range
Income Ranges Total
$15,000
or Less		 $15,001-
$30,000		 $30,001-
$45,000		 $45,001-
$60,000		 $60,001-
$75,000		 $75,001
or More
Number of Loans 01 03 00 01 01 02 08
Percentage of Loans 12.5% 37.5% 0% 12.5% 12.5% 25% 100%

3. Loan Type

Loan Type
Type of Loan Number of Loans Percentage of loans
Revolving Loans 08 100%
Partnership Loans
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee 00 0%
With interest buy-down only 00 0%
With loan guarantee only 00 0%
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee 00 0%
Total 08 100%

Loan Type Summary
Type of Loan Number of Loans Dollar Value of Loans
Revolving Loans 08 $129,834
Partnership Loans 00 $0
Total 08 $129,834

4. Interest Rates

Interest Rates
Lowest 0%
Highest 3.5%

Interest Rate Summary
Sum of Interest Rates Number of Loans Made Average Interest Rate
25 08 3.125%

Number of Loans Made by Interest Rate
Interest Rate Number of loans
0.0% to 2.0% 01
2.1% to 4.0% 07
4.1% to 6.0% 00
6.1% to 8.0% 00
8.1% - 10.0% 00
10.1%-12.0% 00
12.1%-14.0% 00
14.1% + 00
Total 08

5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed

Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
Type of AT Number of Devices Financed Dollar Value of Loans
Vision 00 $0
Hearing 01 $5,990
Speech communication 01 $7,300
Learning, cognition, and developmental 00 $0
Mobility, seating and positioning 00 $0
Daily living 02 $620
Environmental adaptations 01 $1,100
Vehicle modification and transportation 06 $113,229
Computers and related 01 $1,595
Recreation, sports, and leisure 00 $0
Total 12 $129,834

6. Defaults

Defaults
Number Loans in default 00
Net loss for loans in default $0

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


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? 00

D. Anecdote

Eamon is a power-chair user accustomed to going where he wants to go when he wants to go there, so when he moved in with his parents and found himself outside the jurisdiction of public transit, that got tricky. The local medical cab service was not going to be the answer either, since a roundtrip visit to the doctor cost $80. Without transportation, Eamon’s independence was severely diminished. That’s when he and mom Colleen decided to apply for a loan from the Montana Assistive Technology Loan Program (MATL). Eamon’s application was quickly approved and an accessible 2014 van purchased. Now caregivers can drive him where he wants to go. With COVID-19 afoot, there are restraints outside the family's control. Still, Colleen is grateful. “We’re not going many places,” she reports. “But we love it!”

Impact Area

Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

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. 00 02 05 07
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 02 05 07
5. None of the above 00 00 01 01
6. Subtotal 00 02 06 08
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
8. Total 00 02 06 08
9. Performance on this measure NaN% 100% 83.33%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 08 100%
Satisfied 00 0%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 08
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 03
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan 188
C. Total 191

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 191

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

Device Exchange
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 $1,100 $1,000 $100
Daily Living 01 $150 $0 $150
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 03 $1,250 $1,000 $250

C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
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 27 $20,525 $1 $20,524
Hearing 01 $1,500 $0 $1,500
Speech Communication 08 $4,425 $0 $4,425
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 01 $800 $0 $800
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 205 $123,395 $0 $123,395
Daily Living 24 $3,884 $0 $3,884
Environmental Adaptations 00 $0 $0 $0
Vehicle Modification & Transportation 01 $470 $0 $470
Computers and Related 12 $11,200 $0 $11,200
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 00 $0 $0 $0
Total 279 $166,199 $1 $166,198

D. Anecdote

At 90 years old, Elaine is tough. The former teacher and school counselor raised eight children and assisted her artist husband who lived in poor health for the last 30 years of his life. “It wasn’t easy,” she remembers. “But it was all do-able.” Now widowed, Elaine lives with impaired vision due to macular degeneration. No longer able to read, Elaine was pleased to borrow a used SARA as a long-term loan. Place a printed page on the SARA, and the device reads the text aloud. “I just say thank you,” Elaine says. “I use it every day. Sometimes I sit with it on the couch with my feet up, just listening.”

Older white woman with dark hair sits on her porch with small white poodle on her lap.
Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

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. 14 02 169 185
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. 00 00 00 00
4. Subtotal 14 02 173 189
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 14 02 173 189
7. Nonrespondent 00 00 02 02
8. Total 14 02 175 191
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 98.86%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 191 100%
Satisfied 00 0%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total Surveyed 191
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Device Loan

A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose

Loans By Purpose
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan Number
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) 377
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding 04
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation 10
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity 01
Total 392

B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower

LOANS By Borrower Type
Type of Individual or Entity Number of Device Borrowers
Individuals with Disabilities 355
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives 12
Representative of Education 07
Representative of Employment 00
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 18
Representatives of Community Living 00
Representatives of Technology 00
Total 392

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days 30

D. Types of Devices Loaned

Types of Devices Loaned
Type of AT Device Number
Vision 58
Hearing 23
Speech Communication 340
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 78
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 766
Daily Living 73
Environmental Adaptations 05
Vehicle Modification and Transportation 03
Computers and Related 101
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 34
Total 1,481

E. Anecdote

Mathalia is painfully shy. The 26-year-old with Down syndrome finds it difficult to make eye contact and speaks in a quiet whisper. When Mathalia was invited to take an active role in the Consumer Advisory Council of the Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities, mom Jan knew Mathalia would need additional support in order to be heard. They found success with the Winbridge Voice Amplifier they borrowed from MonTECH. With Winbridge, Mathalia can be heard during Council meetings, communicate with caregivers and co-workers, and vocally participate in business meetings for her potholder business. She even co-presented at the 8th Annual Great Beginnings, Great Families Virtual Conference.“She can participate in her online prayer group, and people can hear and understand,” Jan reports.“It makes Mathalia happy when people can hear her.”

Mom and adult daughter wearing masks and writing at a tabletop
Impact Area

F. Access Performance Measures

Access Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 83 14 90 187
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 21 01 18 40
Subtotal 104 15 108 227
Have not made a decision 20 04 23 47
Subtotal 124 19 131 274
Nonrespondent 37 06 60 103
Total 161 25 191 377
Performance on this measure 83.87% 78.95% 82.44%

G. Acquisition Performance Measures

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. 01 00 01 02
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 00 00 07 07
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 01 00 08 09
5. None of the above 00 00 00 00
6. Subtotal 01 00 08 09
7. Nonrespondent 01 00 05 06
8. Total 02 00 13 15
9. Performance on this measure 100% NaN% 100%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 252 64.29%
Satisfied 20 5.1%
Satisfied somewhat 02 0.51%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 118 30.1%
Total Surveyed 392
Response rate % 69.9%

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 34
Hearing 02
Speech Communication 49
Learning, Cognition and Developmental 29
Mobility, Seating and Positioning 04
Daily Living 14
Environmental Adaptations 00
Vehicle Modification and Transportation 01
Computers and Related 24
Recreation, Sports and Leisure 01
Total # of Devices Demonstrated 158

B. Types of Participants

Demonstrations by Participant Type
Type of Participant Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations
Individuals with Disabilities 107
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives 126
Representatives of Education 14
Representatives of Employment 02
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation 51
Representative of Community Living 14
Representative of Technology 02
Total 316

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program) 71
Service Provider 11
Vendor 140
Repair Service 02
Others 00
Total 224

D. Anecdote

Kinsley’s mom learned about assistive technology and switch control while at a medical clinic in Denver. “We came back, and I was like, I don’t even know where to start with this,” mom Melissa explains. MonTECH’s Billings Clinic Coordinator Marlena Lanini set up a demonstration of switch-activated toys and communication devices, and Kinsley left with new things to try. “AT is so expensive,” Melissa says. “We’ve been able to try out toys that work for her, and some things that we just used temporarily. Some she wasn’t ready for. The ones that worked, we’ve ordered.” Kinsley borrowed a stander and a gait trainer from MonTECH, in addition to communication devices and switch-adapted toys. Kinsley’s experience with MonTECH had an unexpected benefit as well –Grandpa took an interest in switch adaptation and has now assumed the role of chief toymaker.

young girl presses switch to make puppy toy light up
Impact Area

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 50 16 77 143
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 00 00 01 01
Subtotal 50 16 78 144
Have not made a decision 02 01 11 14
Subtotal 52 17 89 158
Nonrespondent 00 00 00 00
Total 52 17 89 158
Performance on this measure 96.15% 94.12% 87.64%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services Number of Customers Percent
Highly satisfied 311 98.42%
Satisfied 05 1.58%
Satisfied somewhat 00 0%
Not at all satisfied 00 0%
Nonrespondent 00 0%
Total 316
Response rate % 100%

G. Notes:

Overall Performance Measures

Overall Acquisition Performance Measure

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. 15 04 175 194
2. AT was only available through the AT program. 00 00 11 11
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 15 04 186 205
5. None of the above 00 00 01 01
6. Subtotal 15 04 187 206
7. Nonrespondent 01 00 07 08
8. Total 16 04 194 214
9. Performance on this measure 100% 100% 98.41% 98.56%
ACL Performance Measure 85%
Met/Not Met Met

Overall Access Performance Measure

Access Performance Measures
Response Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed Total
Education Employment Community Living
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs 133 30 167 330
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs 21 01 19 41
Subtotal 154 31 186 371
Have not made a decision 22 05 34 61
Subtotal 176 36 220 432
Nonrespondent 37 06 60 103
Total 213 42 280 535
Performance on this measure 87.5% 86.11% 84.55% 85.88%
ACL Performance Measure 90%
Met/Not Met Not Met

Overall Satisfaction Rating

Customer Rating of Services Percent ACL Target Met/Not Met
Highly satisfied and satisfied 99.75% 95% Met
Response Rate 86.99% 90% Not Met

Training

A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution

Training by Participant Type
Type of Participant Number
Individuals with Disabilities 116
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives 19
Representatives of Education 323
Representatives of Employment 85
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 218
Representatives of Community Living 84
Representatives of Technology 55
Unable to Categorize 113
TOTAL 1,013

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro Non Metro Unknown TOTAL
836 107 70 1,013

B. Training Topics

Trainings by Topic
Primary Topic of Training Participants
AT Products/Services 556
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice 50
Combination of any/all of the above 349
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access 00
Transition 58
Total 1,013

C. Description of Training Activities

Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:

Should we or shouldn’t we? And if we do, virtual or in-person? These were the questions MonTECH grappled with while planning MontCOMM 2020. MontCOMM is Montana’s only conference dedicated to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). We had a fabulous speaker locked in, so we decided to go for it. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, we opted for a virtual experience. MontCOMM 2020 featured Chris Bugaj, M.A. CCC-SLP. Expert in AAC and assistive technology for the classroom, Chris is renowned in the assistive technology community for his high-energy presentations at national and international events. August 4th was a full learning day that did not disappoint! Seventy-eight attendees had the opportunity to network during the lunch break, watch slides and videos showcasing MonTECH’s team and loan inventory, and anticipate the give-away of three Echo Dots – Kids Edition. Continuing education credits were provided for educators, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists.

Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

MonTECH was thrilled to be invited to the Montana Youth Leadership Forum, which is a camp for teenagers with disabilities to teach them how to advocate for themselves and expose them to programs and systems that will help them find and retain employment and/or succeed in post-secondary education. Presenters of this online training perhaps learned more from these kids than they learned from us. It was a pleasure to facilitate conversations and provide training related to types of AT and how to advocate for the use of AT.

Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:

D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure

IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received Number
IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies 00
Training or Technical 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

E. Notes:

With a change in leadership leaving MonTECH director-less for a couple months and then a new director coming in during the pandemic, meeting the IT/Telecommunications Training requirement did get missed in FY 2020. It is on the staff radar now and we are planning a training to state-level staff on increasing accessibility over zoom, as well as some other telecommunications trainings for 2021.

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance by Recipient Type
Education 20%
Employment 40%
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation 0%
Community Living 40%
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) 0%
Total 100%

B. Description of Technical Assistance

Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:

Technical assistance related to improving accessibility given to Missoula's Non-Congregate Shelter for vulnerable individuals exposed to COVID-19 to ensure safe housing during quarantine. Toured facility with 2 staff members, pointing out areas needing improved accessibility and provided write-up and recommendations in written form detailing adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and modifications that would make the space safer and more inclusive for all residents.

Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

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. On September 9th, 2020, the Public News Service published an online and radio story about how MonTECH is using assistive technology to help Montana students with disabilities attend school either in person, remotely, or using a hybrid learning model. The MonTECH program director and assistive technology specialist provided comments about plans to increase inventory and provide additional services to meet the needs of students across the state. This story was used by 105 media outlets and had a minimum estimated audience/circulation of 1,177,655 people.

2. MonTECH and the Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities co-sponsored a screening of 'When We Walk’ at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival 2020 on February 16th. Forty-seven film enthusiasts watched ‘When We Walk,’ one of only a few films addressing disability issues at the festival. Director Jason DaSilva participated in Q&A after the show. The film depicts his struggle to live close to his young son in Texas while still receiving the support he needs to live outside of a nursing facility. DaSilva, currently mid-way through his third film in the trilogy, encourages us to be thoughtful and proactive about accessibility and supports for people with disabilities.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients AT Device/
Service		 AT Funding Total
Individuals with Disabilities 78 02 80
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives 127 13 140
Representative of Education 72 08 80
Representative of Employment 12 00 12
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation 93 04 97
Representative of Community Living 44 11 55
Representative of Technology 04 00 04
Unable to Categorize 02 00 02
Total 432 38 470

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.

In response to the COVID pandemic, MonTECH formed a partnership with our state Family2Family Health Information Center to apply for a $15,000 grant. This funding is being used to purchase AT related to telehealth activities to allow individuals and families experiencing disability more equitable access to virtual health information and telehealth appointments.


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.)

The Family2Family Center is creating and conducting training related to telehealth access and MonTECH is promoting the devices as part of our loan inventory. More information about this project can be found by contacting Jennifer Banna at jennifer.banna@mso.umt.edu


3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?

Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation

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

State Plan Activities
Fund Source Amount Use of Funds
Federal$657,686State Financing
Amount: $657,686

B. Leveraged Funding for Activities Not in State Plan (data not previously reported in other activity sections)

Non-State Plan Activities
Fund Source Amount Use of Funds Individuals Served Other Outcome
Federal$15,000Device Loan0Partnership with F2F for telehealth inventory
Amount: $15,000Individuals Served: 0

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).

This funding came through on September 1 and is being used to purchase AT related to telehealth. This will support families and individuals experiencing disability across the state who are unable to access health resources and appointments in person. In partnership with the Family 2 Family Health Information Center, trainings are being created to promote access to telehealth and these AT resources.

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This FY20 State AT Program Annual Progress Report was exported from the National Assistive Technology Act Data System (NATADS). NATADS was developed with partial support from the Center for Assistive Technology Act Data Assistance.