National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Michigan 2021
General Information
Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)
Lead Agency
Implementing Entity
Program Director and Other Contacts
Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director
Certifying Representative
State Financing
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | Yes |
| Area of Residence | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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| Approved Loan made | 10 | 03 | 13 |
| Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 10 | 03 | 13 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $9,396 | Highest Income: | $69,600 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $423,379 | 13 | $32,568 |
| 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 |
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| Number of Loans | 03 | 04 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 00 | 13 |
| Percentage of Loans | 23.08% | 30.77% | 15.38% | 23.08% | 7.69% | 0% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
| Partnership Loans | ||
| Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 01 | 7.69% |
| With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
| With loan guarantee only | 12 | 92.31% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 13 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Partnership Loans | 13 | $146,587 |
| Total | 13 | $146,587 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 3% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 6% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 72 | 13 | 5.53846153846154% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 02 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 11 |
| 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 | 13 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 05 | $13,574 |
| Hearing | 01 | $6,090 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 01 | $2,850 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 04 | $45,800 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 04 | $78,273 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 15 | $146,587 |
6. 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? | 1 |
|---|
Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: |
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2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 1 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 0 |
| C. Total Served | 1 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 1 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded | Value of AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 0 | 0.00 |
| Hearing | 0 | 0.00 |
| Speech communication | 0 | 0.00 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 0 | 0.00 |
| Daily living | 1 | 109.00 |
| Environmental adaptations | 0 | 0.00 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | 0.00 |
| Computers and related | 0 | 0.00 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | 0.00 |
| Total | 1 | 109.00 |
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? | 1 |
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Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | AT Leasing for Savings Program |
|---|
2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 1 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 1 |
| C. Total Served | 2 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 2 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number Provided | Total Estimated Current Retail Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Devices Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Hearing | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Speech communication | 4 | 835 | 813.00 | 22.00 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 1 | 1396 | 1396.00 | 0.00 |
| Daily living | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Environmental adaptations | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Computers and related | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Total | 5 | 2231 | 2209.00 | 22.00 |
D. Anecdote
Borrower was a mother whose daughter has a severe seizure disorder. They had been using an inaccessible vehicle where her mother had to physically load the daughter in the vehicle. She took out a loan in the amount of $23,286 for the purchase of an accessible vehicle. Borrower describes herself as highly satisfied with the program and that it has made all the difference for she and her daughter. Taking her to medical appointments and shopping has changed dramatically. She states that she is looking forward to all the places they can go when they can visit family again.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 02 | 13 | 16 |
| 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 | 01 | 02 | 13 | 16 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 02 | 13 | 16 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 02 | 13 | 16 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 13 | 81.25% |
| Satisfied | 03 | 18.75% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 16 | |
| 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 | 05 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 43 |
| C. Total | 48 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure | 04 |
| 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 | 44 |
If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
We received limited data on these exchanges. Only the sellers filled out the information. MATP is attempting to contact sellers and/or determine buyers to see if any additional information can be obtained. We believe more exchanges through the site than are reported, as not everyone completes information. Some sellers just let the posting expire. through the site than are reported as not everyone completes information. Some sellers just let the posting expire.
B. Device Exchange Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 02 | $7,892 | $0 | $7,892 |
| Daily Living | 03 | $2,600 | $150 | $2,450 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $7,000 | $0 | $7,000 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 06 | $17,492 | $150 | $17,342 |
C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 05 | $1,720 | $0 | $1,720 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 01 | $354 | $0 | $354 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 37 | $13,268 | $0 | $13,268 |
| 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 | 43 | $15,342 | $0 | $15,342 |
D. Anecdote
Sandy, a woman with Cerebral Palsy, said it felt like fate when she saw James' listing for a shower/commode chair on the MATP's ATXChange website. She had just been researching how much they cost, anxious, because the type of chair she needed was out of her budget range. Sandy was looking for an easier way to transfer to the toilet and shower that would not put as much bodily strain on her caregiver. James was moving and wanted to sell the shower chair to someone who could really use it. Sandy requested James' information from the ATXChange site, they spoke and arranged a time to exchange the item. "I am so grateful for the ATXChange and James", Sandy said. "Showers are much easier and this chair will even more helpful as I age and my needs change".
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 40 | 40 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 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 | 00 | 00 | 44 | 44 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 44 | 44 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 00 | 44 | 44 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 38 | 79.17% |
| Satisfied | 09 | 18.75% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 2.08% |
| Total Surveyed | 48 | |
| Response rate % | 97.92% |
G. Notes:
Device Loan
A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 16 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 00 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 00 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 00 |
| Total | 16 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Individuals with Disabilities | 15 | 00 | 15 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Representative of Education | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 16 | 00 | 16 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 31 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 08 | 00 | 08 |
| Hearing | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Daily Living | 23 | 00 | 23 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 05 | 00 | 05 |
| Total | 38 | 00 | 38 |
E. Anecdote
Ruth's daughter contacted the MATP because her mother was having trouble remembering to take her pills, and sometimes took the wrong pills, and often ran out of pills unexpectedly. An AT Specialist showed Ruth several medication reminder systems and their different features. Ruth particularly liked the MedCenter 31-Day Medication Reminder system because it allowed her to see all of her medication for the month and she felt that the alarm system and the red and green ends of the daily pill organizers would keep her on track for the month. Her daughter was intrigued that she could assist her mother to fill the medication boxes only once a month. Ruth decided to take the MedCenter out on short term loan. After several weeks with the device, Ruth decided that it would work well for her and decided to purchase a MedCenter of her own. Both Ruth and her daughter report that she has been taking her pills consistently, without mixups, and keeping up with refills.
F. Access Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 00 | 02 | 14 | 16 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 14 | 16 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 00 | 02 | 14 | 16 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 00 | 02 | 14 | 16 |
| Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 100% | |
G. Acquisition Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 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% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 13 | 81.25% |
| Satisfied | 03 | 18.75% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 16 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
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 | 18 |
| Hearing | 00 |
| Speech Communication | 02 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 18 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
| Daily Living | 14 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 02 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 15 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 33 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 102 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 102 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 26 |
| Representatives of Education | 00 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 |
| Representative of Community Living | 06 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 134 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 28 |
| Service Provider | 21 |
| Vendor | 94 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 01 |
| Total | 144 |
D. Anecdote
Callie reached out to MATP through a series of emails and phone calls looking for devices to assist her with her changing vision. She had ideas of things she thought might be helpful, but was excited to learn more about the different options available. Callie had talked about wanting magnification options for various tasks as well as needing something for computer access. She was already somewhat familiar with a few of the built-in accessibility options for the Chromebook and still was looking for more in the way of accessibility. Kellie Blackwell, an AT Specialist with MATP, was able to speak with her in great detail about low vision AT devices, as Kellie experiences vision issues herself. Once Callie learned this, she really began to open up about her own situation. Through several conversations, with Kellie’s assistance, Callie was able to decide what she would like to try during a demonstration. Once Callie received the devices, she contacted Kellie to participate in the demonstration. During the demonstration, Callie remarked, “These are great!” A few of the devices Callie found to be especially helpful were the UV shield glasses, as she could wear these over the glasses she wears for traveling by foot. The glasses helped her better see cracks and unevenness in the sidewalks, enabling her to avoid falls. She also found the large print keyboard to be helpful, along with the bump dots. Additionally, Callie did find magnification to work well for her, however, once she used the magnification sent by MATP, Callie purchased a different style of magnification on her own and reported that it meets her needs.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 07 | 01 | 89 | 97 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 02 | 03 | 05 |
| Subtotal | 07 | 03 | 92 | 102 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 07 | 03 | 92 | 102 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 07 | 03 | 92 | 102 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 108 | 80.6% |
| Satisfied | 25 | 18.66% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.75% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 134 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Overall Performance Measures
Overall Acquisition Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 02 | 53 | 56 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 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 | 01 | 02 | 57 | 60 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 02 | 57 | 60 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 02 | 57 | 60 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 94.74% | 95% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Access Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 07 | 03 | 103 | 113 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 02 | 03 | 05 |
| Subtotal | 07 | 05 | 106 | 118 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 07 | 05 | 106 | 118 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 07 | 05 | 106 | 118 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Satisfaction Rating
| Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.53% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 99.53% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 170 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 32 |
| Representatives of Education | 21 |
| Representatives of Employment | 131 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 76 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 372 |
| Representatives of Technology | 12 |
| Unable to Categorize | 28 |
| TOTAL | 842 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 532 | 138 | 172 | 842 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 79 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 11 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 295 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 23 |
| Transition | 434 |
| Total | 842 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
MATP provided an online training on AT for Girls. This training was aimed at girls (please note girls includes cis-girls, trans-girls, femme/feminine-identifying, genderqueer, and non-binary folks), and featured AT devices to assist with toileting, managing your menstrual cycle, adaptive clothing, putting on undergarments, applying cosmetics, painting nails. and much more. The training was well attended, with many girls expressing that they were unaware of the types of AT shown. Other participants expressed that it was helpful to have a space to talk about these personal issues with other disabled people, as it is often overlooked.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
MATP staff provided a training on AT for Community Living for the Clinton-Eaton-Ingham County PACE Program in partnership with Volunteers of America and ACL/ATAP. This training covered low-tech AT for daily living such as dressing, grooming, eating, mobility, etc. AT program services, including device demonstrations and short-term loans were also covered. MATP received an overwhelmingly positive response to this training. It resulted in planning for future collaboration and referrals with PACE/VOA.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
MATP provided an online training for the public related to the use of color in documents, websites, etc. and the effect colors can have on accessibility. This training covered some do's and don't related to document/web accessibility and color. Participants were shown how to use color to effectively make their materials "pop" while also making them accessible. 23 people were in attendance, while 36 people registered. Many others may have also viewed the recording. The training received positive feedback. One person responded: "The links are helpful and having examples of how color and contrast impact what others see was enlightening."
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 04 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 02 |
| No known outcome at this time | 01 |
| Nonrespondent | 16 |
| Total | 23 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 26.1% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Not Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | % |
|---|---|
| Employment | 2% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | % |
| Community Living | 96% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 2% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
During fiscal year 2020 – 2021, an MATP staff member communicated with and coordinated details for a meeting to discuss elements of digital accessibility to meet the needs of individuals with print disabilities. This meeting was specifically for the Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council (MISILC) staff and an agency that was hired to develop the needs assessment survey. In addition to the needs assessment survey, feedback was provided concerning the newly designed website for MISILC. During the meeting the MATP staff member demonstrated how a screen reader interacted with the survey. Noteworthy, during the meeting the developers of said survey immediately identified the issues with the survey, corrected the inaccessibility, and sent out the updated, accessible survey. Following the time spent discussing the needs assessment survey, the MATP staff member continued to meet with MISILC staff to demonstrate how a screen reader user would interact with the MISILC website. Once th
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
This fiscal year, MDRC staff developed a curriculum for youth leadership development entitled Youth Engaged in Leading and Learning (YELL). The curriculum addresses assistive technology throughout and using AT to make curriculum content inclusive for all. The curriculum looks assistive technology through a disability pride lens examining the way ableism creates a stigma around AT use. The YELL curriculum was shared with a group representing Michigan's Centers for Independent Living, who are looking for further develop their own curriculum for students in transition.
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. Attending fewer events in person due to the COVID pandemic, the MATP begun using social media in a new way to raise awareness of the program. Staff created short videos highlighting AT items that are available for demonstration and short-term loan and shared on them on Tik Tok. The first two videos posted, on AT for Gardening, reached16,112 people. MATP plans to continue to use Tik Tok and other social media to raise awareness of the program and services.
2.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 40 | 15 | 55 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 29 | 05 | 34 |
| Representative of Education | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Employment | 04 | 00 | 04 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 05 | 04 | 09 |
| Representative of Community Living | 11 | 01 | 12 |
| Representative of Technology | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Unable to Categorize | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Total | 93 | 25 | 118 |
Notes:
Coordination/Collaboration and State Improvement Outcomes
Overview of Coordination/Collaboration Activities
| 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? | 1 |
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A. Coordination/Collaboration
1. As concisely as possible, describe the partnership initiative. What activities/services were provided? Who are the major collaborating organizations and what is their role? Who is served/benefited? What funding was used to implement the initiative?
Michigan Assistive Technology Program collaborated with Michigan Aging and Adult Services Administration to provide support to Centers for Independent Living and Area Agencies on Aging who received No Wrong Door funds to decrease social isolation for older adults and people with disabilities around the State of Michigan in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
2. As concisely as possible, describe the measurable results of the initiative and any lessons learned. How did access to AT change as a result of the coordination/collaboration/partnership? How did awareness of AT change as a result of the partnership? How did the reach of the state AT program change as a result of the partnership? What made the partnership successful? What would you change or wish you had done differently? Provided funding/resources are available, will the initiative continue or is this a one-time event? What advice would you give for replication of the initiative? Please include URL for initiative if available.
AT program staff provided on-going technical assistance, an email listserv and platform for sharing ideas, and 5 trainings to participating organizations in the No Wrong Door funds in Michigan. Many local sites chose to use the funds to purchase AT devices to decrease social isolation and loneliness and used information from the trainings to choose the devices and to receive support for implementation. In addition, MATP offered demonstrations of the devices to individual recipients of AT devices and support for individuals to request devices specific to their needs. Support to sites continues and it is expected that additional and deepening partnership opportunities will be available as more funds are released from the federal government that target the needs of older adults and people with disabilities as the pandemic and social isolation continue.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Housing / Home Automation; Community Participation and Integration; Health; Aging; Aging and Disability Network / No Wrong Door; Information and Communication Technology / Remote Connectivity;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Demonstration; Reuse; State Financing; Training; Information & Assistance; Public Awareness; Technical Assistance;
Overview of State Improvement Activities
| 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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Additional And Leveraged Funds
| Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | Yes |
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A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public/State Agency | $5,000 | Reuse | False |
| Federal | $10,000 | Training | True |
| Public/State Agency | $200 | Training | True |
| Public/State Agency | $500 | Reuse | False |
| Private | $1,000 | Training | True |
| Amount: $16,700 |
For any leveraged funding reported above for which data could not be reported, please describe the extenuating circumstances that precluded data from being reported and efforts to remediate the situation in future reporting periods.
Data was not entered for the devices provided with DD Council funding. Data will be entered in the future.
B. Describe any unique issues with your data in this section (e.g., the reason why you were unable to report the number of individuals served with additional or leveraged funds).
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