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? | Yes |
Area of Residence | Total | ||
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Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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Approved Loan made | 112 | 09 | 121 |
Approved Not made | 23 | 03 | 26 |
Rejected | 25 | 02 | 27 |
Total | 160 | 14 | 174 |
Lowest Income: | $9,000 | Highest Income: | $175,800 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$6,203,580 | 121 | $51,269 |
Income Ranges | Total | ||||||
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$15,000 or Less |
$15,001- $30,000 |
$30,001- $45,000 |
$45,001- $60,000 |
$60,001- $75,000 |
$75,001 or More |
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Number of Loans | 24 | 19 | 22 | 18 | 09 | 29 | 121 |
Percentage of Loans | 19.83% | 15.7% | 18.18% | 14.88% | 7.44% | 23.97% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 121 | 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 | 121 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 121 | $724,692 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 121 | $724,692 |
Lowest | 0% |
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Highest | 5% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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595 | 121 | 4.91735537190083% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 02 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 119 |
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 | 121 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 04 | $9,171 |
Hearing | 55 | $198,115 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 02 | $29,000 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 17 | $30,460 |
Daily living | 07 | $79,723 |
Environmental adaptations | 02 | $12,031 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 22 | $353,836 |
Computers and related | 12 | $12,356 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 121 | $724,692 |
Number Loans in default | 12 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $19,707 |
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? | 02 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: Independent Development Accounts |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 16 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 02 |
C. Total Served | 18 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 18 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
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Vision | 04 | $1,539 |
Hearing | 02 | $5,600 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 04 | $7,508 |
Daily living | 20 | $11,401 |
Environmental adaptations | 04 | $3,458 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 04 | $9,798 |
Computers and related | 06 | $7,015 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 01 | $160 |
Total | 45 | $46,479 |
How would you describe this state financing activity? | telecommunications distribution |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 35 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 02 |
C. Total Served | 37 |
Performance Measure | Number |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 37 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded |
Value of
AT Provided |
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Vision | 16 | $19,560 |
Hearing | 23 | $4,337 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 45 | $28,572 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 84 | $52,469 |
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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For years, Roxanne had been using a wheelchair due to spinal cord injuries that impact her ability to walk and stand. Although she was still able to drive, the sedan that she owned was painful to get in and out of and did not fit her wheelchair. She could not go places as she could not walk comfortably or take her wheelchair with her in her car. Roxanne's children saved up to buy her a new van with good safety features, but it did not come with the mobility modifications she needed. She learned about WATAP’s state financing partner, Northwest Access Fund, while researching funding for van modifications. With a loan from Northwest Access Fund, she was able to install a VMI Northstar conversion with an in-floor ramp and tie-downs. The van and its modifications have exceeded Roxanne's expectations. She believes that having the modified van "will probably extend my life," as it allows her to visit her grandchildren and to explore Washington state. Her mental health has significantly improved as a result.
Jacqueline first heard about WATAP’s state financing partner, Northwest Access Fund, during a meeting at her apartment building, when social workers shared information on organizations that offered services to seniors. She needed hearing aids and could not afford the higher quality devices that she required. She had the appropriate hearing aids she needed while she was working, but after retiring, she lost a hearing aid and did not have the income necessary to replace it. Jacqueline instead bought another, less expensive set of hearing aids but had to return them when they did not work well enough for her. She was excited to learn that funding from Northwest Access Fund could help her get better hearing aids. She says she could not have afforded the hearing aids without the financing from the Access Fund and she tells others about the Access Fund and its important work whenever she can.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 02 | 34 | 120 | 156 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 04 | 05 |
4. Subtotal | 02 | 36 | 126 | 164 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 03 | 09 | 12 |
6. Subtotal | 02 | 39 | 135 | 176 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 02 | 39 | 135 | 176 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 92.31% | 93.33% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 162 | 92.05% |
Satisfied | 13 | 7.39% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.57% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 176 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
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 | 2,764 |
C. Total | 2,764 |
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 | 2,764 |
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 | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 08 | $13,385 | $650 | $12,735 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 1,920 | $2,043,985 | $0 | $2,043,985 |
Daily Living | 1,668 | $622,267 | $0 | $622,267 |
Environmental Adaptations | 93 | $8,315 | $0 | $8,315 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 3,689 | $2,687,952 | $650 | $2,687,302 |
Lester, who is five years old, was hit by a car while crossing the street in a crosswalk. Miraculously, aside from some stitches, bruises and lots of road rash, his only major injury was a fractured and displaced femur. When he underwent surgery, the doctors inserted rods to hold the damaged bone together while he healed, and his family was told that he was not to bear any weight on his injured leg for 5-6 months. A wheelchair was needed for him, but the family could not afford the cost of any medical equipment. A friend of the family told them about WATAP’s reuse partner, Bridge Disability Ministries Meyer Medical Equipment Center. At first, the Center was able to provide a small adult wheelchair combined with a cushion and transfer board to support Lester’s leg while keeping it straight. A few weeks later, when a lighter junior-size aluminum transport chair was donated, the Center contacted Lester's family as this was a much better option for him. Lester and his family were so grateful for this second wheelchair as it enabled them to load it easily into their vehicle and to transport Lester where he needed to go. Lester could get back to school and to everyday life.
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 | 1,346 | 1,346 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 1,350 | 1,350 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 63 | 63 |
4. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 2,759 | 2,759 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 2,764 | 2,764 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 2,764 | 2,764 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 99.82% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 2,741 | 99.17% |
Satisfied | 20 | 0.72% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.04% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 02 | 0.07% |
Total Surveyed | 2,764 | |
Response rate % | 99.93% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 185 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 02 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 02 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 03 |
Total | 192 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 141 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 04 |
Representative of Education | 00 |
Representative of Employment | 18 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 10 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 19 |
Total | 192 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 21 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 75 |
Hearing | 08 |
Speech Communication | 08 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 08 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 06 |
Daily Living | 38 |
Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 98 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 07 |
Total | 251 |
“Judith” is DeafBlind and relies heavily on her Freedom Scientific Focus 40 5th generation braille display for distance communication tasks such as sending and receiving email, surfing the internet, and participating in social media on her computer. She was devastated when her device stopped working and needed repair and she would be without it for several weeks. She then learned she could borrow the same device from WATAP to use while hers was out. She was so thankful, as she was able to continue to use her computer. The was especially important during this time of social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as she is even more reliant on her technology to stay in touch with family and friends.
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 | 06 | 49 | 80 | 135 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 09 | 09 |
Subtotal | 06 | 49 | 89 | 144 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 06 | 49 | 89 | 144 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 41 | 41 |
Total | 06 | 49 | 130 | 185 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 01 | 01 | 03 |
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 | 01 | 01 | 05 | 07 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 01 | 05 | 07 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 01 | 05 | 07 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 133 | 69.27% |
Satisfied | 05 | 2.6% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 54 | 28.13% |
Total Surveyed | 192 | |
Response rate % | 71.88% |
WATAP and the Timberland Regional Library System completed a refresh of the Aids for Better Living collaboration. This collaboration enables library patrons to checkout and trial devices from a small collection housed with the Timberland Regional Library System to inspire people thinking about how AT can foster independence in everyday life. We updated 2 devices and added an additional 10 new devices. Web and printed resources were updated and refreshed, and we conducted a staff training in December of 2019 to promote the project and to talk about the new requirements for having the borrowers fill out and return the data cards. The pandemic severely limited access to the collection as the library system was closed from March through June and with limited services through the summer and fall. WATAP also has a similar collaboration with the San Juan Island Library and a planned refresh of that project was placed on hold as this library has been closed since March.
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 17 |
Hearing | 01 |
Speech Communication | 05 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 50 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 05 |
Daily Living | 02 |
Environmental Adaptations | 16 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 63 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 16 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 175 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 141 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 55 |
Representatives of Education | 02 |
Representatives of Employment | 38 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 06 |
Representative of Community Living | 01 |
Representative of Technology | 10 |
Total | 253 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 00 |
Service Provider | 00 |
Vendor | 02 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 02 |
During the annual Skagit County Agricultural Expo, “Ron” stopped by our booth to review and discuss assistive technology options to help with progressive fine motor deficits in his hands and fingers due to arthritis. He expressed particular difficulty in turning on the hose bib water valve in his calf barn due to gripping and turning requirements. Following a demonstration of the new hose “Y” with ball valve and lever handle, he felt that tool would significantly improve his ability and comfort levels when watering his calves. He was also given a demonstration of a push button hose Y and a hose manifold with lever handles. Hardware purchasing resources were provided, as well as WATAP contact information for future questions related arthritis solutions.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 12 | 119 | 42 | 173 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
Subtotal | 12 | 119 | 44 | 175 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 12 | 119 | 44 | 175 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 12 | 119 | 44 | 175 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 204 | 80.63% |
Satisfied | 49 | 19.37% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 253 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 03 | 35 | 1,467 | 1,505 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 1,356 | 1,357 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 67 | 68 |
4. Subtotal | 03 | 37 | 2,890 | 2,930 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 03 | 14 | 17 |
6. Subtotal | 03 | 40 | 2,904 | 2,947 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 03 | 40 | 2,904 | 2,947 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 90% | 97.21% | 97.12% |
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 | 18 | 168 | 122 | 308 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 11 | 11 |
Subtotal | 18 | 168 | 133 | 319 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 18 | 168 | 133 | 319 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 41 | 41 |
Total | 18 | 168 | 174 | 360 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
Met/Not Met | Met |
Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
---|---|---|---|
Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.94% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 98.35% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 157 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 17 |
Representatives of Education | 178 |
Representatives of Employment | 293 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 358 |
Representatives of Community Living | 114 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 04 |
TOTAL | 1,121 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
---|---|---|---|
952 | 57 | 112 | 1,121 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 422 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 520 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 48 |
Transition | 131 |
Total | 1,121 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
WATAP is a significant partner of a newly awarded 4-year AgrAbility grant through the US Department of Agriculture to support assistive technology services and resources to farmers and agricultural workers across the state. The other key partners on this project are the WSU Skagit County Extension, the NW Access Fund, WA DVR, and WA Department of Labor and Industries. As part of the WA AgrAbility Project, WATAP staff will deliver annual training, which originally was to be provided in-person at 6 locations throughout the state but in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, it was decided to conduct the majority of these trainings via webinar. The curriculum of this year’s training focuses on matching functional need with the selection of appropriate technologies, the utilization of everyday off-the-shelf materials to customize and improvise low-cost solutions, and providing appropriate examples of various assistive technologies and available resources and services. We were able to conduct the first training in-person in early March and offered a webinar version of the training on 4 additional dates through the summer.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
As part of a 5-year project funded by King County, WATAP is providing training on assistive technology to promote aging in place and maintaining independence to low-income seniors, unpaid caregivers, and supporting organizations in rural and tribal communities in King County. Our intention was to offer a 2-3 hour training with the curriculum and marketing information was finalized in February. However, in all of the various stages of shutdown in the state due to the pandemic, gatherings were not permitted, and we were forced to cancel in-person trainings. In lieu of the ability to offer in-person events, we redesigned and redeveloped the curriculum for each of our originally proposed topic so it was shorter in length and lent itself to a webinar style. We decided to use Zoom as the platform for the webinars as it has good accessibility features, is widely known and used in the community, and is relatively simple to use on a variety of computers and mobile devices. We also decided to have all of our webinars real-time captioned to support those with hearing loss. We delivered six webinars with multiple opportunities or each of the following topics: (1) Adaptive Gardening Options for Seniors; (2) Medication Management Through Use of Assistive Technology; (3) Low Cost, Low Tech Solutions to Assistive Technology: and (4) Assistive Technology for Mental Health. Although each of these areas have more impact through direct face to face presentation and hands on activity, we felt that using the webinar format provided an excellent preview of what might be expected when we are able to offer training in-person. We had significant challenges with advertising these webinars. We had only just rebooted our social media efforts and begun working with the newly formed Senior Hubs on combined outreach efforts when the outbreak began. Although our webinars have been better attended over time, we saw fewer participants than we had hoped. Lastly, seniors in rural portions of the county are in general not well equipment to use technology and/or lack proper access to broadband service which would allow them to attend our online offerings. We know we are still not reaching many who would benefit from the information and programs we can offer.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
With so many organizations moving to webinars and online meetings due to the pandemic, WATAP was approached to provide some training on the accessibility of various platforms to community organizations and local agencies. During two different sessions, we discussed best practices and tips for making webinars and web-based meetings accessible. We also provided additional resources targeted to help persons with intellectual disabilities and those not used to technology to connect to Zoom as well as other resources specifically on accessibility features in Zoom. We had other ICT related trainings scheduled that were cancelled due to the pandemic.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 48 |
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 48 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 15% |
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Employment | 10% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 10% |
Community Living | 60% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 5% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
WATAP manages and facilitates an Assistive Technology Providers Network which promotes more meaningful professional networking, enhances collaboration among the network members and community partners, and promotes cross dissemination of information and resources. The Network is comprised of state agency staff, K-12 educators and administrators, and community-based organizational program staff who are all involved with assistive technology as part of their work. The Network currently meets quarterly and prior to the pandemic, we moved the location of the meeting around various parts of the state to showcase various partner programs. During the pandemic, we moved the quarterly meetings online. WATAP hopes to establish some form of an online forum that supports and facilitates ongoing discussion, interaction, and communication.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
WATAP was part of the planning for the first ever Youth Leadership and Transition Forum in eastern Washington. The Forum is a cooperative project of the state Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues and Employment (GCDE), with support from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of Services for the Blind, and other community partners. WATAP has been a partner in the Forum every year and this year, we were excited for the opportunity to have the event in eastern WA. The plan was to provide a hands-on workshop for the participants to talk about their current AT use and their goals for after high school and how AT would fit in. Additionally, WATAP was also going to provide on-on-one sessions in collaboration with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Department of Services for the Blind to talk about transition plans and conduct in-person assessments to address AT goals during transition. Unfortunately, this event was cancelled due to the pandemic and is no
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. As part of the WA AgrAbility Project activities, WATAP participated in community outreach events to promote and provide resources around assistive technology to support farmers and agricultural workers across the state. WATAP took part in outreach for the project at the Skagit Farm Expo in Stanwood on January 25, and the 2020 NW Ag Expo also in Spokane on February 2-5. Part of the goal of outreach will be to contribute to the sustainability of the AgrAbility Project in cultivating and supporting a community of practice and expertise throughout WA and to provide ongoing service and support to the agricultural community.
2. WATAP began work on a 5-year project funded by King County to provide assistive technology services and resources to low-income seniors and unpaid caregivers in rural and tribal communities in King County. Initial steps included planning for assistive technology purchases to enhance our offerings for demonstration and device borrowing and for the creation of mini-kits of AT to be showcased at outreach events. We created a strategic outreach plan to determine where and how we hope to positively impact the AT needs for low income seniors and unpaid caregivers. By January of 2020, we began working with the outreach and events coordinators in the South East Rural, South King County, and Far East Senior Hubs in King County to schedule events for 2020. Our plans were to also have one training at one of the Hub’s senior centers or nearby venue (see Training section). We developed language including descriptions of the offerings for the Hubs’ calendars and newsletters. We had scheduled several outreach events, including participating in community senior health and wellness fairs, to provide a venue to connect with the community to promote a healthy independent living, and a means for us to showcase the assistive technology in our mini-kits and talk about the potential impact in the daily lives of seniors. All of these events were cancelled or put on hold due to the pandemic.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 560 | 158 | 718 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 320 | 85 | 405 |
Representative of Education | 86 | 12 | 98 |
Representative of Employment | 157 | 19 | 176 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 76 | 15 | 91 |
Representative of Community Living | 89 | 18 | 107 |
Representative of Technology | 22 | 04 | 26 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 1,310 | 311 | 1,621 |
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? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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Public/State Agency | $22,418 | Device Loan |
Federal | $9,636 | State Financing |
Private | $4,000 | Training |
Public/State Agency | $59,105 | Training |
Private | $141,406 | State Financing |
Private | $390 | Device Loan |
Public/State Agency | $13,063 | Technical Assistance |
Public/State Agency | $34,855 | Public Awareness, I&A |
Amount: $284,873 |
Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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