National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Indiana 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 | 06 | 02 | 08 |
| Approved Not made | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Rejected | 04 | 00 | 04 |
| Total | 13 | 02 | 15 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $9,528 | Highest Income: | $142,000 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $381,249 | 08 | $47,656 |
| 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 | 01 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 00 | 01 | 08 |
| Percentage of Loans | 12.5% | 12.5% | 37.5% | 25% | 0% | 12.5% | 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 | 00 | 0% |
| With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
| With loan guarantee only | 08 | 100% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 08 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Partnership Loans | 08 | $153,454 |
| Total | 08 | $153,454 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 2.74% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 3.5% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 00 | 08 | 0% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 08 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 00 |
| 6.1% to 8.0% | 00 |
| 8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
| 10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
| 12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
| 14.1% + | 00 |
| Total | 08 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $16,147 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 06 | $137,307 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 06 | $153,454 |
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? | 0 |
|---|
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? | 0 |
|---|
D. Anecdote
A mom contacted INDATA inquiring about funding to assist with the purchase of a vehicle for their daughter with a musculoskeletal condition. The family was provided information on the INDATA Alternative Financing Program and was approved for a bank loan in the amount of $23,783 to purchase a Toyota minivan. The family is currently working with Medicaid to install a wheelchair lift in the van so they can be active in their community. Mom said, “Without your help getting our van it would have been much more difficult. It is going to be so much easier for my daughter to get places.”
A gentleman, who is a double leg amputee, contacted INDATA and applied for a bank loan to purchase a scooter. In recent years he was struggling to navigate with his heavy power wheelchair while in the community, and a scooter would increase his independence and mobility. As a prior AFP bank loan recipient from 2018 in good standing, he was able to obtain a new loan to purchase the scooter. The gentleman is excited about his new scooter and the increased mobility and independence it offers him.
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 | 08 | 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 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 08 | 08 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 08 | 08 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 00 | 08 | 08 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 08 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 08 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 174 |
| C. Total | 174 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
| E. Reassignment/Refurbishment and Repair and Open Ended Loans - Excluded from Performance Measure because AT is provided to or on behalf of an entity that has an obligation to provide the AT such as schools under IDEA or VR agencies/clients | 00 |
| F. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 174 |
If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
B. Device Exchange Activities
| 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 | 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 |
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 | 11 | $23,153 | $0 | $23,153 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 01 | $1,500 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Daily Living | 01 | $15 | $0 | $15 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 161 | $79,479 | $0 | $79,479 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 174 | $104,147 | $0 | $104,147 |
D. Anecdote
A woman with a traumatic brain injury was taking virtual computer classes through her local library to improve her employment skills. To participate in these classes, she had become dependent on a computer loan program on the other side of town that required long bus rides to and from to arrange. INDATA was able to provide her with a reuse computer so she to continue her classes and eliminate the need for the long trips every few weeks. She was extremely grateful for the help and is looking forward to continuing her classes.
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. | 37 | 24 | 69 | 130 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 12 | 12 | 19 | 43 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 4. Subtotal | 49 | 36 | 89 | 174 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 49 | 36 | 89 | 174 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 49 | 36 | 89 | 174 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 160 | 91.95% |
| Satisfied | 14 | 8.05% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 174 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
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) | 326 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 19 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 48 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 122 |
| Total | 515 |
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 | 127 | 00 | 127 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 95 | 00 | 95 |
| Representative of Education | 25 | 00 | 25 |
| Representative of Employment | 07 | 00 | 07 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 137 | 00 | 137 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 02 | 00 | 02 |
| Representatives of Technology | 122 | 00 | 122 |
| Total | 515 | 00 | 515 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 207 | 00 | 207 |
| Hearing | 13 | 00 | 13 |
| Speech Communication | 82 | 00 | 82 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 91 | 00 | 91 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 23 | 00 | 23 |
| Daily Living | 38 | 00 | 38 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 10 | 00 | 10 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 404 | 00 | 404 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 06 | 00 | 06 |
| Total | 874 | 00 | 874 |
E. Anecdote
A woman contacted the INDATA Loan Library in desperate need of a temporary ramp for a family member who was being discharged from the hospital. Her family member had recently undergone an emergency amputation, and she was concerned they would be unable to traverse the entryway once home. INDATA staff responded quickly and arranged a short-term loan of a portable suitcase ramp prior to the family member’s hospital discharge. Information was also provided to the family about organizations that provide permanent ramps should a longer-term solution be needed.
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 | 179 | 79 | 38 | 296 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 13 | 04 | 03 | 20 |
| Subtotal | 192 | 83 | 41 | 316 |
| Have not made a decision | 04 | 01 | 05 | 10 |
| Subtotal | 196 | 84 | 46 | 326 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 196 | 84 | 46 | 326 |
| Performance on this measure | 97.96% | 98.81% | 89.13% | |
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. | 22 | 08 | 03 | 33 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 54 | 98 | 04 | 156 |
| 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 | 76 | 106 | 07 | 189 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 76 | 106 | 07 | 189 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 76 | 106 | 07 | 189 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 467 | 90.68% |
| Satisfied | 39 | 7.57% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 08 | 1.55% |
| Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.19% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 515 | |
| 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 | 69 |
| Hearing | 00 |
| Speech Communication | 05 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 05 |
| Daily Living | 01 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 116 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total # of Devices Demonstrated | 196 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 192 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 45 |
| Representatives of Education | 00 |
| Representatives of Employment | 05 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 08 |
| Representative of Community Living | 02 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 |
| Total | 252 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 01 |
| Service Provider | 04 |
| Vendor | 17 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 22 |
D. Anecdote
An elderly gentleman was referred to INDATA to learn more about the low vision accessibility features found on the iPad. After being isolated due to restrictions at his long-term care facility, he wanted to connect with family and friends with a newly purchased iPad. The gentleman was shown several vision-related accessibility features and apps including DarkMode, VoiceOver, Display and Text Size, Magnifier, SeeingAI and others. He was grateful to learn about these features and apps and was excited to connect with family and friends.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 49 | 33 | 104 | 186 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 10 | 10 |
| Subtotal | 49 | 33 | 114 | 196 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 49 | 33 | 114 | 196 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 49 | 33 | 114 | 196 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 250 | 99.21% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 0.79% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 252 | |
| 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. | 59 | 32 | 80 | 171 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 66 | 110 | 23 | 199 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 4. Subtotal | 125 | 142 | 104 | 371 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 125 | 142 | 104 | 371 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 125 | 142 | 104 | 371 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.04% | 99.73% |
| 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 | 228 | 112 | 142 | 482 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 13 | 04 | 13 | 30 |
| Subtotal | 241 | 116 | 155 | 512 |
| Have not made a decision | 04 | 01 | 05 | 10 |
| Subtotal | 245 | 117 | 160 | 522 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 245 | 117 | 160 | 522 |
| Performance on this measure | 98.37% | 99.15% | 96.88% | 98.08% |
| 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 | 99.05% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 64 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 62 |
| Representatives of Education | 311 |
| Representatives of Employment | 96 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 140 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 83 |
| Representatives of Technology | 115 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 871 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 | 130 | 226 | 871 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 00 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 385 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 54 |
| Transition | 432 |
| Total | 871 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
A full-day training focused on Remote Supports for Independent Living was held in August 2021. Individuals with disabilities, healthcare workers, parents, and professionals benefited from this training. This training focused on the Tech First initiatives around the country and included client/family success stories, history of remote supports, research results, DIY and Pro resources, Indiana funding options, and implementation best practices.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
A full-day training focused on Assistive Technology Tools and Supports for Remote Learning was held in January 2021. Individuals with disabilities, educators, parents, students, and professionals benefited from this training. Engaging and interactive sessions included Google Chrome Supports for ALL Learners, Open Your WINDOWS & Let in the Accessibility, iOS Accessibility for All Learners, and No Tech Teaching Strategies.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
A Web Accessibility for Developers webinar was held in May 2021 and provided participants with an overview of disability, accessibility guidelines, and ICT law. Participants learned techniques for designing, developing, and testing accessible websites including basic content, structure, images, forms, tables, CSS, and ARIA.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 37 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 17 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 54 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 20% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 20% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | % |
| Community Living | 40% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 20% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The INDATA project the Children’s Museum by offering accessibility considerations for a future Mission Jurassic exhibit. A site survey with museum staff was conducted to provide feedback on the exhibit's many interactive, immersive activities. Feedback was given on a baseline accessibility survey and exhibit progress and potential accessible sticking points are ongoing.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
C. Notes:
Public Awareness
Public Awareness Activities
Public Awareness Narratives
Describe in detail at least one and no more than two innovative or high-impact public awareness activities conducted during this reporting period. Highlight the content/focus of the awareness information shared, the mechanism used to disseminate or communicate the awareness information, the numbers and/or types of individuals reached, and positive outcomes resulting from the activity. If quantative numbers are available regarding the reach of the activity, please provide those: however, quantative data is not required.
1. The INDATA Project produces 3 popular and widely distributed podcasts (ATUpdate, ATFAQ and Accessibility Minute). The focus of the podcasts is to share industry news, information on accessibility topics and to answer people's assistive technology questions. These podcasts have a highly engaged audience, and our listenership comes from over 160 countries.
2. The INDATA Project produces a weekly TechTip Youtube video that provides awareness of the various assistive technology devices available today. Each video provides information on what the device is, how it works and where it can be found. The INDATA YouTube channel has over 3700 subscribers (+1500 over last year) and a library of over 550 videos.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 139 | 91 | 230 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 103 | 48 | 151 |
| Representative of Education | 43 | 01 | 44 |
| Representative of Employment | 58 | 00 | 58 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 93 | 13 | 106 |
| Representative of Community Living | 50 | 02 | 52 |
| Representative of Technology | 18 | 02 | 20 |
| Unable to Categorize | 02 | 00 | 02 |
| Total | 506 | 157 | 663 |
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 |
|---|
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?
INDATA joined an Accessibility in the Arts Advisory Committee established by the Indiana Arts Commission to address better access for Hoosiers with disabilities to the IAC’s programs, grants, and services. This committee is tasked with providing feedback and recommendations on accessibility-related issues for the IAC. Twice a year, the advisory committee meets to discuss overarching IAC focus areas, and other requests for input on events and specific accessibility questions/issues come to committee members as needed throughout the year. Organizations participating on the committee include Indiana School for the Deaf, Governor's Council for Persons with Disabilities, ArtMixIndiana, Indiana University, and others.
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.
This is an ongoing collaboration and effort to make the Arts accessible for everyone in Indiana. The state AT program has benefited from this collaboration as it has connected and developed partnerships with organizations and groups of people we were not previously aware of or affiliated with. The success of the committee has been the collaborative whole of the committee. Persons and organizations with different perspectives working together for a common goal.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Education; Recreation / Leisure;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Training; Information & Assistance; Public Awareness;
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 |
|---|
Additional And Leveraged Funds
| Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
|---|
A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
|---|
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.
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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