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 | 62 | 07 | 69 |
Approved Not made | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Rejected | 25 | 05 | 30 |
Total | 88 | 12 | 100 |
Lowest Income: | $6,228 | Highest Income: | $174,324 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$3,441,261 | 69 | $49,873 |
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 | 10 | 10 | 16 | 16 | 07 | 10 | 69 |
Percentage of Loans | 14.49% | 14.49% | 23.19% | 23.19% | 10.14% | 14.49% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 62 | 89.86% |
Partnership Loans | ||
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 04 | 5.8% |
With loan guarantee only | 03 | 4.35% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 69 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 62 | $337,274 |
Partnership Loans | 07 | $130,845 |
Total | 69 | $468,119 |
Lowest | 5% |
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Highest | 8% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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384 | 69 | 5.56521739130435% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 66 |
6.1% to 8.0% | 03 |
8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
14.1% + | 00 |
Total | 69 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 11 | $32,541 |
Hearing | 67 | $172,515 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 12 | $58,486 |
Daily living | 16 | $73,860 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 09 | $125,907 |
Computers and related | 03 | $1,662 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 01 | $3,148 |
Total | 119 | $468,119 |
Number Loans in default | 00 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
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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I honestly do not know what I would have done with out the FASST program. Eric was kind and helpful, guiding us through the entire process. I received a loan for a fully handicap conversion van through the program at a low interest rate that was extremely affordable. My previous van I had for 25 years and along with it becoming outdated and well used it also was unsafe because I no long had the mobility I had 25 years ago. To say the FASST program allowed me to regain my independence again would be an understatement. I run a children’s charity and the van has enabled me to get back to work. Most importantly I am back to going out and enjoying life! Todd L.
My audiologist provided me with contact information for the New Horizon Loan Program at FAAST when I required new hearing aids. The application was easy to complete and once my application was approved, the loan process took less than a week. I also had several options to how long I wanted my payments for. I ended up setting up my payment plan for 36 months at a very low-interest rate and with automatic withdrawal. Hearing aids are very expensive and I was relieved when I knew I had an option to cover the expense and make monthly payments. Made buying them a little less painful. Anytime I’ve had questions, Eric has been very responsive and pointed me in the right direction. I know in the future if I have a situation come up that I need a loan program, I can reach out to FAAST. Linda D.
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 | 04 | 60 | 64 |
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 | 00 | 00 |
4. Subtotal | 00 | 04 | 61 | 65 |
5. None of the above | 01 | 00 | 03 | 04 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 04 | 64 | 69 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 04 | 64 | 69 |
9. Performance on this measure | 0% | 100% | 95.31% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 31 | 44.93% |
Satisfied | 34 | 49.28% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 04 | 5.8% |
Total Surveyed | 69 | |
Response rate % | 94.2% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 03 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 430 |
C. Total | 433 |
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 | 433 |
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 | 01 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
Daily Living | 02 | $75 | $0 | $75 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 02 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 05 | $375 | $0 | $375 |
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 | 01 | $500 | $0 | $500 |
Hearing | 04 | $1,550 | $0 | $1,550 |
Speech Communication | 01 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 291 | $103,126 | $0 | $103,126 |
Daily Living | 264 | $17,783 | $1 | $17,782 |
Environmental Adaptations | 34 | $8,410 | $0 | $8,410 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 07 | $7,041 | $240 | $6,801 |
Computers and Related | 26 | $4,450 | $0 | $4,450 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 03 | $1,675 | $0 | $1,675 |
Total | 631 | $144,735 | $241 | $144,494 |
Christine P., 68 years old, owns a powerchair that was not working. FAAST funds were used to evaluate her power wheelchair. SS Medical determined that it needed a charger and new batteries. They made a home visit and within three days returned and repaired her chair. Prior to this, Christine used her powerchair to get out in her community. Once it stopped working, she was at home and inside all the time. Her doctor highly recommended she get some sunshine/vitamin D for her health. After her chair was working again, Christine was able to get out twice a day and visit with her neighbors. She also uses her power chair to go to the neighborhood market for food. The FAAST ReUse program has given her Florida sunshine, better mental health, and independence. She is very grateful that her powerchair has been repaired.
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. | 06 | 06 | 355 | 367 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 65 | 66 |
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 | 06 | 07 | 420 | 433 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 06 | 07 | 420 | 433 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 06 | 07 | 420 | 433 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 396 | 91.45% |
Satisfied | 37 | 8.55% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 433 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 1,279 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 23 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 285 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 212 |
Total | 1,799 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Individuals with Disabilities | 592 | 00 | 592 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 251 | 00 | 251 |
Representative of Education | 148 | 00 | 148 |
Representative of Employment | 07 | 00 | 07 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 678 | 00 | 678 |
Representatives of Community Living | 104 | 00 | 104 |
Representatives of Technology | 19 | 00 | 19 |
Total | 1,799 | 00 | 1,799 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 35 |
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Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Vision | 339 | 00 | 339 |
Hearing | 53 | 00 | 53 |
Speech Communication | 493 | 00 | 493 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 281 | 00 | 281 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 134 | 00 | 134 |
Daily Living | 311 | 00 | 311 |
Environmental Adaptations | 183 | 00 | 183 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Computers and Related | 1,040 | 00 | 1,040 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 70 | 00 | 70 |
Total | 2,905 | 00 | 2,905 |
“Thank you to the FAAST Center at the University of Central Florida for helping make life a little easier for my father-in-law! After being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, it has become difficult for him to eat independently as his tremors have become more pronounced. Traditional silverware has been increasingly difficult for him to control as he eats. With the help of the FAAST Center's device loan program, he has been able to try a variety of utensils and has found the perfect fit to help steady his hand. The use of the weighted utensils has allowed him to enjoy foods that he had been avoiding due to the motor control needed to prevent spills. Thank you for making it possible for persons with varying abilities to trial assistive equipment before purchasing items that may be the wrong choice. Your loan program has truly helped our family!"
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 | 453 | 82 | 490 | 1,025 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 27 | 04 | 39 | 70 |
Subtotal | 480 | 86 | 529 | 1,095 |
Have not made a decision | 59 | 06 | 27 | 92 |
Subtotal | 539 | 92 | 556 | 1,187 |
Nonrespondent | 71 | 04 | 17 | 92 |
Total | 610 | 96 | 573 | 1,279 |
Performance on this measure | 89.05% | 93.48% | 95.14% |
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. | 26 | 00 | 15 | 41 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 20 | 43 | 97 | 160 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 09 | 47 | 13 | 69 |
4. Subtotal | 55 | 90 | 125 | 270 |
5. None of the above | 144 | 05 | 04 | 153 |
6. Subtotal | 199 | 95 | 129 | 423 |
7. Nonrespondent | 86 | 00 | 11 | 97 |
8. Total | 285 | 95 | 140 | 520 |
9. Performance on this measure | 27.64% | 94.74% | 96.9% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,508 | 83.82% |
Satisfied | 88 | 4.89% |
Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 0.44% |
Not at all satisfied | 04 | 0.22% |
Nonrespondent | 191 | 10.62% |
Total Surveyed | 1,799 | |
Response rate % | 89.38% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 98 |
Hearing | 25 |
Speech Communication | 379 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 117 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 93 |
Daily Living | 172 |
Environmental Adaptations | 43 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 07 |
Computers and Related | 89 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 35 |
Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 1,058 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 720 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 795 |
Representatives of Education | 87 |
Representatives of Employment | 22 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 358 |
Representative of Community Living | 93 |
Representative of Technology | 07 |
Total | 2,082 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 06 |
Service Provider | 00 |
Vendor | 06 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 12 |
A Speech Language Pathologist visited the FAAST CRDC in Tampa with her client who has vision and memory loss. The client brought in her handheld magnifier that she bought from the Lighthouse for the Blind & Low Vision years ago. It was scratched, taped, and falling apart from being used so often. We explored a variety of magnifiers and she decided that the Eyoyo Digital Magnifier would best meet her needs. She benefited from the bright light under the device and the option to adjust zoom levels. We demonstrated how the freeze image feature could be a useful tool when she needed to call her doctor or organize her medication. She could freeze the image of the text on the magnifier and move it to a secondary location to complete the task. She was excited to learn the device could be purchased through Amazon and it was under $100.
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 | 350 | 68 | 498 | 916 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 07 | 00 | 03 | 10 |
Subtotal | 357 | 68 | 501 | 926 |
Have not made a decision | 44 | 10 | 67 | 121 |
Subtotal | 401 | 78 | 568 | 1,047 |
Nonrespondent | 06 | 03 | 02 | 11 |
Total | 407 | 81 | 570 | 1,058 |
Performance on this measure | 87.71% | 83.95% | 87.89% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 1,875 | 90.06% |
Satisfied | 197 | 9.46% |
Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 0.38% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 02 | 0.1% |
Total | 2,082 | |
Response rate % | 99.9% |
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. | 32 | 10 | 430 | 472 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 20 | 44 | 163 | 227 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 09 | 47 | 13 | 69 |
4. Subtotal | 61 | 101 | 606 | 768 |
5. None of the above | 145 | 05 | 07 | 157 |
6. Subtotal | 206 | 106 | 613 | 925 |
7. Nonrespondent | 86 | 00 | 11 | 97 |
8. Total | 292 | 106 | 624 | 1,022 |
9. Performance on this measure | 25.24% | 50.94% | 96.74% | 75.57% |
ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
Met/Not Met | Not 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 | 803 | 150 | 988 | 1,941 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 34 | 04 | 42 | 80 |
Subtotal | 837 | 154 | 1,030 | 2,021 |
Have not made a decision | 103 | 16 | 94 | 213 |
Subtotal | 940 | 170 | 1,124 | 2,234 |
Nonrespondent | 77 | 07 | 19 | 103 |
Total | 1,017 | 177 | 1,143 | 2,337 |
Performance on this measure | 88.48% | 89.02% | 91.47% | 90.02% |
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 | 99.52% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 95.51% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 2,744 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 3,710 |
Representatives of Education | 398 |
Representatives of Employment | 167 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 1,852 |
Representatives of Community Living | 532 |
Representatives of Technology | 74 |
Unable to Categorize | 547 |
TOTAL | 10,024 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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7,875 | 1,829 | 320 | 10,024 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 9,909 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 11 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 93 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 00 |
Transition | 11 |
Total | 10,024 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
"The SFRDC provided a training to the staff at a specialized educational center (Neva King Copper) which is part of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. This targeted training included information on a variety of AT tools to support the learning, communication and behavior of the students in the classroom. After the training, the teacher reached out to the SFRDC for further AT support for a specific student in her classroom. The teacher expressed interest in helping the student use an eye gaze system to control a communication board. Presently, the teacher used a static board of a copy of the TouchChat 25 vocabulary with partner assisted scanning to facilitate the child’s communication. However, intrigued by the opportunity for the student to be more independent and spontaneous in her communication, the teacher requested to participate in the FAAST’s Device Loan Program and trial an eye gaze system: Skyle for iPad. Working through the era of Covid has certainly presented its challenges as the student, teacher and caregiver were not able to physical attend an AT demonstration at the SFRDC center. Instead, the device was directly delivered to the teacher, and through video conference, the SFRDC staff provided technical support to set up the Skyle for iPad. This set up did not occur without any glitches, as initially the iPad did not connect to the eye gaze. However, SFRDC staff assisted the teacher, student and caregiver throughout the process with the ultimate goal of helping the child have the opportunity to trial such device in her naturalistic environment. This success story comes to show that, as in life, supporting AT use can hit some roadblocks. But when consumers feel supported and have a place to go to for assistance, AT abandonment can be avoided."
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
The SRDC provided post-secondary transition training to high school students attending the Florida Youth Leadership Forum hosted by the Florida Association of Centers for Independent Living.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 00 |
Performance Measure Percentage | NaN% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Education | % |
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Employment | % |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 25% |
Community Living | 12% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 63% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The Assistive Technology Interagency Committee is working on a State Agency Toolkit. This toolkit will contain FAAST services and other AT resources that would be valuable to a state agency employee. This toolkit was reviewed on the 4/20/2021 Interagency Committee meeting and will be reviewed again in the May meeting. The toolkit will be distributed to all the state agencies on the Advisory Council and other agencies as FAAST sees fit.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
The FAAST Executive Director met with a representative from the Florida Department of Elder Affairs to explore collaborations between the No Wrong Door/Aging and Disability Resource Center programs and FAAST. The Regional Demonstration Centers were explained and promoted as a local resource to the Department. FAAST has asked the agency to consider including a representative on the Assistive Technology Advisory Council.
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. FAAST hosted a booth at the Nation's largest cross-disability event, The Annual Family Cafe Conference in Orlando, FL. The event reported having over 5,000 attendees. Our booth was full of different categories of Assistive Technology devices. The crowd favorite was the 3D printer which live-printed assistive technology devices, like various grips and keyguards, to spread awareness of different ways to 3D print AT. After the event, we connected a few individuals to a local 3D printing resource in their area! While at the conference we added 48 attendees to our email list to learn more about FAAST and assistive technology.
2.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 1,054 | 401 | 1,455 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 829 | 134 | 963 |
Representative of Education | 148 | 04 | 152 |
Representative of Employment | 33 | 03 | 36 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 727 | 30 | 757 |
Representative of Community Living | 245 | 18 | 263 |
Representative of Technology | 31 | 12 | 43 |
Unable to Categorize | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Total | 3,069 | 602 | 3,671 |
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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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?
With the transition of a new Executive Director, FAAST began relationship building with the Florida Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Program (BSCIP). FAAST gave a general awareness presentation to the BSCIP coordinators across the state. BSCIP then sent FAAST marketing materials to their network. The intention of the collaboration was to expand assistive technology services to Floridians who have spinal cord injuries. Federal AT Act funding was used in the form of paid salaries for this collaboration.
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.
Access to AT did improve, by means of financial loans through the New Horizon Loan Program. BSCIP managers expressed excitement and a new understanding of the AT program in Florida after the awareness presentation. Partnership activities are intended to continue as FAAST expands its service delivery system to serve more individuals in rural communities. FAAST continues to identify potential partner organizations to spread awareness of the AT program as part of the FAAST Strategic Plan 2020.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Housing / Home Automation; Transportation; Community Participation and Integration;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Demonstration; Reuse; State Financing; Training; Information & Assistance; Public Awareness;
State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 01 |
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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.
FAAST worked with the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Florida Department of Education, and Florida Division of Blind Services to create a State Agency Toolkit to assist Florida agencies to better understand assistive technology devices and services.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
The State Agency Toolkit includes information about FAAST, services provided by the Assistive Technology Act, assistive technology information and devices by categories (including links to examples of devices), resource links, frequently asked questions, and terminology definitions. Contact Whitney Doyle at wdoyle@faast.org to obtain a copy of the State Agency Toolkit.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Employment
Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
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Public/State Agency | $259,629 | Demonstration | True |
Private | $23,114 | Device Loan | True |
Private | $97,726 | Training | True |
Public/State Agency | $74,361 | Public Awareness, I&A | True |
Public/State Agency | $198,661 | Training | True |
Public/State Agency | $388,768 | Device Loan | True |
Amount: $1,042,259 |
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