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 | 07 | 03 | 10 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 07 | 03 | 10 |
Lowest Income: | $24,168 | Highest Income: | $100,884 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$627,552 | 10 | $62,755 |
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 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 | 10 |
Percentage of Loans | 0% | 20% | 10% | 20% | 10% | 40% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 10 | 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 | 10 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 10 | $176,183 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 10 | $176,183 |
Lowest | 3.75% |
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Highest | 3.75% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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04 | 10 | 0.375% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 10 |
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 | 10 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 00 | $0 |
Hearing | 02 | $8,330 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 01 | $4,495 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 07 | $163,358 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 10 | $176,183 |
Number Loans in default | 05 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $56,989 |
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? | 0 |
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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? | 0 |
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The Arkansas Alternative Financing Program (AFP) financed a modified vehicle for Susan Ganger was having extreme difficulty in acquiring proper transportation in her attempt to maintain her full-time job position. Ms. Ganger voiced disappointment regarding the pursuit of another modified vehicle to replace her existing modified van which was experiencing numerous mechanical failures. The situation continued to escalate until AFP became actively involved. Due to Ms. Ganger’s multiple sclerosis (which causes damage to the myelin coating around the nerve fibers of the central nervous system), she is permanently and completely disabled. She learned about AFP through one of the local van vendors and applied for a modified vehicle loan. Since Ms. Ganger is confined to a wheelchair and needs assistance with traveling to and from work and vital appointments, it was determined that Ms. Ganger needed a modified van with a transfer seat, hand gear, knob-steering wheel, and an easy lock device. AFP was successful in helping her acquire this recommended vehicle with a low-interest rate and affordable monthly loan payments. Since obtaining her modified vehicle, Ms. Ganger has increased her independence, quality of life and stabilized her employment reliability once again. She can operate her modified vehicle now without complications. This vehicle has appreciably improved her work attendance and ability to manage multiple medical and personal appointments which are required on a regular basis. AFP is proud to be a small part of re-establishing her work endeavor and boosting her confidence in being a productive citizen in her local community.
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. | 01 | 02 | 05 | 08 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
4. Subtotal | 01 | 02 | 07 | 10 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 02 | 07 | 10 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 02 | 07 | 10 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 09 | 90% |
Satisfied | 01 | 10% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 10 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 01 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 823 |
C. Total | 824 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure | 01 |
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 | 823 |
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 | 01 | $3,500 | $2,500 | $1,000 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 01 | $3,500 | $2,500 | $1,000 |
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 | 17 | $22,996 | $0 | $22,996 |
Hearing | 04 | $544 | $0 | $544 |
Speech Communication | 05 | $705 | $0 | $705 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 18 | $2,231 | $0 | $2,231 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 436 | $349,489 | $0 | $349,489 |
Daily Living | 278 | $73,672 | $0 | $73,672 |
Environmental Adaptations | 33 | $17,745 | $0 | $17,745 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $2,287 | $0 | $2,287 |
Computers and Related | 26 | $12,497 | $0 | $12,497 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 05 | $1,304 | $0 | $1,304 |
Total | 823 | $483,470 | $0 | $483,470 |
ICAN received a call from a long-time client, Elizabeth Isaacs. She called requesting to borrow a Knee Scooter, We began the loan process, asking if she’s able to get a note specifying the approval for this need. Elizabeth stated she has worked with ICAN and was ready with all necessary documentation. This statement alerted our staff member to ask if this would be a long-term need, Elizabeth affirmed and shared that this has been an ongoing process for her daughter for the last year with no prognosis date in sight just yet. We offered Elizabeth the option to receive a Knee Scooter from ICAN’s Reuse program, allowing for her to keep the scooter indefinitely or until her daughter’s ankle/foot has improved to resume normal gait. Elizabeth squealed her relief on the phone and confirmed that notion, asking when she could come to retrieve it. I offered an appointment slot within the hour for her, reviewing the newly implemented protocols ICAN has placed due to COVID-19, after hearing my spiel Elizabeth announced she would be there. During the transaction, Elizabeth shared with me the history behind her daughter’s injuries and shared that this would be a lifesaver for them during this turbulent time.
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. | 19 | 03 | 745 | 767 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 04 | 05 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 13 | 04 | 33 | 50 |
4. Subtotal | 33 | 07 | 782 | 822 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 33 | 07 | 783 | 823 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 33 | 07 | 783 | 823 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.87% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 820 | 99.51% |
Satisfied | 03 | 0.36% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.12% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 824 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 413 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 110 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 419 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 28 |
Total | 970 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Individuals with Disabilities | 234 | 00 | 234 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 535 | 00 | 535 |
Representative of Education | 60 | 00 | 60 |
Representative of Employment | 03 | 00 | 03 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 127 | 00 | 127 |
Representatives of Community Living | 06 | 00 | 06 |
Representatives of Technology | 05 | 00 | 05 |
Total | 970 | 00 | 970 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 46 |
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Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Vision | 72 | 00 | 72 |
Hearing | 40 | 00 | 40 |
Speech Communication | 195 | 00 | 195 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 81 | 00 | 81 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 362 | 00 | 362 |
Daily Living | 201 | 00 | 201 |
Environmental Adaptations | 130 | 00 | 130 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Computers and Related | 100 | 00 | 100 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 18 | 00 | 18 |
Total | 1,199 | 00 | 1,199 |
Latialia’s was the iconic success story for February 2021 report for ICAN. She was provided the necessary AT needed to help her succeed in her academic goal. As part of the many areas of support, ICAN is fortunate to be able to work with other programs to truly provide a broader net of support for clients struggling in whatever area. One such program is Access and Accommodations – Latialia was assigned a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and sent for an evaluation over to Access and Accommodations. She was able to borrow many different devices that were recommended by the vocational team. With the team's evaluation and loan of items from ICAN, she was successful in her educational career.
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 | 115 | 26 | 236 | 377 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 09 | 05 | 12 | 26 |
Subtotal | 124 | 31 | 248 | 403 |
Have not made a decision | 02 | 05 | 03 | 10 |
Subtotal | 126 | 36 | 251 | 413 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 126 | 36 | 251 | 413 |
Performance on this measure | 98.41% | 86.11% | 98.8% |
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. | 31 | 11 | 479 | 521 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 08 | 00 | 02 | 10 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 15 | 00 | 11 | 26 |
4. Subtotal | 54 | 11 | 492 | 557 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 54 | 11 | 492 | 557 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 54 | 11 | 492 | 557 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 954 | 98.35% |
Satisfied | 16 | 1.65% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 970 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 14 |
Hearing | 25 |
Speech Communication | 02 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 37 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 42 |
Daily Living | 11 |
Environmental Adaptations | 08 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 32 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 171 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 130 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 71 |
Representatives of Education | 01 |
Representatives of Employment | 03 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 17 |
Representative of Community Living | 00 |
Representative of Technology | 04 |
Total | 226 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 166 |
Service Provider | 03 |
Vendor | 11 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 180 |
On Tuesday, Aug 18, 2021, We met with James L. James was having trouble hearing his alarm and smoke detector at home and also trouble with hearing on his office phone. Since James is an AT user for hearing aide. I explained to James about ICAN services & telecommunications program &, AT @Work & ARS. After giving him a brief demo of many related devices and loans on Hearing: Central Alert Audio Alarm, QH2 Clear Sound Amplifier, Sonic Alert Home Aware Bridge Unit, Sonic Alert Motion Sensor, Smartphone Transmitter, Smoke/Co. He was so happy that there was a program out there that could help. He was pleased with the services that were given to him and would recommend ICAN &TAP to others. Update James is working with AT@Work and Arkansas Rehabilitation Services of North Little Rock
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 | 41 | 43 | 125 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 05 | 02 | 07 |
Subtotal | 41 | 46 | 45 | 132 |
Have not made a decision | 02 | 24 | 13 | 39 |
Subtotal | 43 | 70 | 58 | 171 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 43 | 70 | 58 | 171 |
Performance on this measure | 95.35% | 65.71% | 77.59% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 224 | 99.12% |
Satisfied | 02 | 0.88% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 226 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 51 | 16 | 1,229 | 1,296 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 09 | 00 | 06 | 15 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 28 | 04 | 46 | 78 |
4. Subtotal | 88 | 20 | 1,281 | 1,389 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 88 | 20 | 1,282 | 1,390 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 88 | 20 | 1,282 | 1,390 |
9. Performance on this measure | 68.18% | 80% | 96.33% | 94.32% |
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 | 156 | 67 | 279 | 502 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 09 | 10 | 14 | 33 |
Subtotal | 165 | 77 | 293 | 535 |
Have not made a decision | 04 | 29 | 16 | 49 |
Subtotal | 169 | 106 | 309 | 584 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 169 | 106 | 309 | 584 |
Performance on this measure | 97.63% | 72.64% | 94.82% | 91.61% |
ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
Met/Not Met | Met |
Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
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Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.95% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 08 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 03 |
Representatives of Education | 402 |
Representatives of Employment | 00 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 93 |
Representatives of Community Living | 32 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 57 |
TOTAL | 595 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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336 | 197 | 62 | 595 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 62 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 01 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 00 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 532 |
Transition | 00 |
Total | 595 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
We provided assistance to a colleague from National Park College who requested assistance with a problem they were having with a PDF form and how it was being read by JAWS. We trained her on how to make a PDF more accessible and she was able to successfully produce her document. This will impact many students in the future now that she has a good working knowledge of this application.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
10.24.2020: Presented a 2-hour session to 23 adult education professionals through Arkansas Adult Learning Resource Center about digital access and tools available that are built into Windows and Mac operating systems to assist with access. The following comments were received in webinar evaluations. Enjoyed the presentation and I felt like a new world was opened up to me as to creating info that is more accessible. I realized I have much to learn and to improve, but I can start with baby steps that were provided, which was good! It could easily seem overwhelming since there is so much to learn.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 532 |
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 532 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 89% |
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Employment | 11% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | % |
Community Living | % |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | % |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The president of the Arkansas Museum Association contacted us to ask about video conferencing technology and accessibility. We provided her with things that she needs to think about, what are considered to be the more accessible tools, and how to provide captioning and interpreting within those tools.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Provided information about the limitations of automatic transcripts that are created in programs such as Zoom or Google Suites to a faculty member at the University of Central Arkansas, who is giving presentations to students transitioning from high school. We provided resources on getting quality captions, not only for her new students but for all of her presentations.
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. During the reporting year, ICAN formed a great partnership with a new college and we were given the opportunity to Speak to the new PT class at ACHE(Arkansas Colleges of Health Education)about the AT Program and how to access it. In this presentation, we highlighted the importance of thinking about AT every time they are assessing clients. We gave the class real word scenarios that help them realize the importance of the AT program when moving forward in their careers.
2. We created a module on 101/UAMS (University of Arkansas Medical Sciences)TBI/Institue for Digital Health & Innovation Collaboration, in which we gave a complete guide to accessing the ICAN program and how it is useful to all Arkansans.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 471 | 68 | 539 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 458 | 43 | 501 |
Representative of Education | 40 | 166 | 206 |
Representative of Employment | 01 | 40 | 41 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 85 | 09 | 94 |
Representative of Community Living | 23 | 06 | 29 |
Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 01 | 01 |
Total | 1,078 | 333 | 1,411 |
Coordination/Collaboration activities are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR coordination/collaboration activities for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 0 |
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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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Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
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