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Alaska 2022

General Information

Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)

State AT Program Title:

Assistive Technology of Alaska

State AT Program Title:

State AT Program URL

www.atlaak.org

Mailing Address:

1500 W 33rd Ave., Suite 120

City:

Anchorage

State:

Zip Code:

99503

Program Email:

atla@atlaak.org

Phone:

907-563-2599

TTY:

907-563-0699

Lead Agency

Agency Name:

Department of Labor & Workforce Development - Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Mailing Address:

1111 W. 8th St., Ste 210

City:

Juneau

State:

Zip Code:

99801

Program URL:

http://www.labor.state.ak.us/dvr/at-prog.htm

Implementing Entity

Does your Lead Agency contract with an Implementing Entity to carry out the Statewide AT Program on its behalf? (Check if Yes)

Name of Implementing Agency:

Assistive Technology of Alaska

Mailing Address:

1500 W 33rd Ave., Suite 120

City

Anchorage

State:

Zip Code:

99503

Program URL:

www.atlaak.org

Program Director and Other Contacts

Program Director for State AT Program (last, first):

Rail, Mystie

Title:

Executive Director

Phone:

907-563-2599

E-mail:

mystie@atlaak.org

Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):

Mayes, Duane

Title:

Program Director

Phone:

907-334-5963

E-mail:

duane.mayes@alaska.gov

Primary Contact at Implementing Agency (last, first) - If applicable:

Rail, Mystie

Title:

Executive Director

Phone:

907-563-2599

E-mail:

mystie@atlaak.org

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):

Rail, Mystie

Title:

Executive Director

Phone:

907-563-2599

E-mail:

mystie@atlaak.org

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):

Caputo, Jason

Title:

Project Assistant

Phone:

907-465-6933

E-mail:

jason.caputo@alaska.gov

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?

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?

Activity 1

How would you describe this state financing activity?

Telecommunications equipment distribution

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)	33
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9)	7
C. Total Served	40

Performance Measure
D. Excluded from Performance Measure	0
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures	40

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	2	$992
Hearing	18	$3,133
Speech communication	28	$18,200
Learning, cognition, and developmental	0	$0
Mobility, seating and positioning	0	$0
Daily living	0	$0
Environmental adaptations	0	$0
Vehicle modification and transportation	0	$0
Computers and related	0	$0
Recreation, sports, and leisure	0	$0
Total	48	$22,325

Activity 2

How would you describe this state financing activity?

Last resort - Activity

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)	122
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9)	101
C. Total Served	223

Performance Measure
D. Excluded from Performance Measure	0
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures	223

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	230	$49,257
Hearing	58	$2,794
Speech communication	108	$0
Learning, cognition, and developmental	5	$3,440
Mobility, seating and positioning	38	$6,110
Daily living	513	$26,887
Environmental adaptations	77	$8,010
Vehicle modification and transportation	0	$0
Computers and related	58	$6,243
Recreation, sports, and leisure	0	$0
Total	1087	$102,741

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?

D. Anecdote

Providence Extended Care contacted ATLA about a client with a communication barrier due to a stroke. He owned an older communication device that was no longer supported, and he did not have a way to contact his family. During the consultation with ATLA and his speech therapist, it was determined that he would benefit from using a communication app with predictive features and symbols, which worked best for his communication needs. In addition to the app, he was able to acquire a specialized mount to attach his iPad to his power wheelchair. As a result, the client can call and text family members without involving staff at Providence Extended Care. He has even made FaceTime calls from as far as Japan!

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

A home health occupational therapist referred a consumer with a progressive physical condition to ATLA. As his primary caregiver, his wife was finding it difficult to leave the house for errands. They were both worried he would have a medical emergency while she was away, which had happened before. Whilehe had a call button through their home security system, they felt that there were better methods than this. The couple was looking for a device that would enable his wife to check in on him via video and that he could call her using his voice. One of ATLA’s state financing programs provided a smart speaker with a screen and an embedded camera to meet their needs. The first time she left the house after setting up the equipment, she reported that he was sleeping and even snoring. He had never felt comfortable enough to do this before.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	263	263
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	263	263
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	263	263
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	263	263
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	243	92.4%
Satisfied	20	7.6%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total Surveyed	263
Response rate %	100%

G. Notes:

Reutilization

Did your approved State Plan for this reporting period included conducting any device reuse activities?

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	26
C. Total	26

Performance Measure
D. 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
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures	26

If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance

B. Device Exchange Activities

Device Exchange
Type of AT Device	Total Estimated Current Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged	Savings to Consumers
Vision	$0	$0	$0
Hearing	$0	$0	$0
Speech Communication	$0	$0	$0
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	$0	$0	$0
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	$0	$0	$0
Daily Living	$0	$0	$0
Environmental Adaptations	$0	$0	$0
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	$0	$0	$0
Computers and Related	$0	$0	$0
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	$0	$0	$0
Total	$0	$0	$0

C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
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	12	$13,460	$0	$13,460
Hearing	06	$1,020	$0	$1,020
Speech Communication	05	$8,390	$0	$8,390
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	03	$405	$0	$405
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	03	$560	$0	$560
Daily Living	17	$655	$0	$655
Environmental Adaptations	03	$315	$0	$315
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	00	$0	$0	$0
Computers and Related	04	$1,055	$0	$1,055
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	00	$0	$0	$0
Total	53	$25,860	$0	$25,860

D. Anecdote

A speech therapist contacted ATLA about a communication device for a consumer who did not have the funding to purchase one. They were looking for something simple with a choice of nine picture buttons that, when pressed, would speak aloud preprogrammed words or phrases. Unfortunately, ATLA's reuse program did not have a suitable device. So, the Director contacted AT Act programs nationwide to see if another reuse program had one to acquire. Fortunately, Arkansas came through! Being able to help a consumer by collaborating with other programs was incredibly valuable in meeting the individual's communication needs.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	26	26
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	26	26
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	26	26
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	26	26
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	26	100%
Satisfied	00	0%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total Surveyed	26
Response rate %	100%

G. Notes:

Device Loan

Did your approved State Plan for this reporting period included conducting Short-Term Device Loans?

A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose

Loans By Purpose
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan	Number
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation)	78
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding	06
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation	05
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity	12
Total	101

B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower

LOANS BY TYPE OF BORROWER
Type of Individual or Entity	Number of Device Borrowers
Type of Individual or Entity	Desicion-making	All other Purposes	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	38	00	38
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	08	00	08
Representative of Education	02	00	02
Representative of Employment	01	00	01
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	20	11	31
Representatives of Community Living	08	12	20
Representatives of Technology	01	00	01
Total	78	23	101

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days	14

D. Types of Devices Loaned

Types of Devices Loaned
Type of AT Device	Number of Devices
Type of AT Device	Desicion-making	All other Purposes	Total
Vision	62	08	70
Hearing	22	05	27
Speech Communication	49	11	60
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	03	00	03
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	07	00	07
Daily Living	40	06	46
Environmental Adaptations	04	00	04
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	00	00	00
Computers and Related	30	03	33
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	07	00	07
Total	224	33	257

E. Anecdote

During the COVID no-contact protocols, individuals in nursing homes were not allowed to have family members visit. A daughter called ATLA and explained that she and her father, who has progressive dementia and hearing loss, wanted to speak daily since they could not see each other. The challenge was his progressive dementia and hearing loss. He struggled to hear and dial out on the regular telephone that was installed in his room. The daughter came to ATLA to view options for an amplified phone and decided to borrow one that looked similar to what he previously had at home. She wanted to try the device before purchasing something else that may not be a good match for her father. After using the amplified telephone and successfully hearing each other when calling daily, ATLA provided the client with the exact phone through a state financing program. After installing her father's new phone, the daughter returned the loan item and was highly appreciative.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

F. Access Performance Measures

Access Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	06	09	60	75
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	00	00	03	03
Subtotal	06	09	63	78
Have not made a decision	00	00	00	00
Subtotal	06	09	63	78
Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
Total	06	09	63	78
Performance on this measure	100%	100%	100%

G. Acquisition Performance Measures

Acquisition Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	09	09
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	00	00	14	14
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	23	23
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	23	23
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	23	23
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	100%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	97	96.04%
Satisfied	04	3.96%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total Surveyed	101
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	81
Hearing	68
Speech Communication	93
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	43
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	14
Daily Living	255
Environmental Adaptations	32
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	00
Computers and Related	85
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	17
Total # of Device Demonstrations	688

B. Types of Participants

Type of Participant	Decision-Makers	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	282	282
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	207	207
Representatives of Education	24	24
Representatives of Employment	24	24
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	106	106
Representative of Community Living	33	33
Representative of Technology	12	12
Total	688	688

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity	Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program)	52
Service Provider	45
Vendor	01
Repair Service	02
Others	00
Total	100

D. Anecdote

JO, a 61-year-old woman from Anchorage, left a voicemail with ATLA stating she has agoraphobia and does not leave the house, check phone messages, or even speak to people. She asked if a specialist would contact her about any potential assistive technology that might help her be more independent. A specialist was assigned and learned that the individual also experienced multiple traumatic brain injuries and visual impairment. In addition, she needed minor health monitoring, but due to her agoraphobia, she rarely left her home for doctors' visits. So the specialist organized a kit full of demonstration items, such as digital magnifiers, an iPad to access brain games, Facebook, Facetime, and Apple Pay, health monitoring devices for blood pressure and oxygen monitoring, and low-tech AT for creating large-print lists. Through an in-home demonstration, the individual discovered a digital magnifier with an angled screen was the easiest to view so she could resume her love for reading, arts and crafts, and painting. Additionally, the iPad was set up with Facetime, Facebook, Lumosity, Apple Pay, and talking Bible scriptures. Using the iPad, she realized she could communicate with family and friends, engage in brain exercises, and access bible scripture without leaving the house. The individual was also wiring money to her daughter monthly, which cost $20 each time. The Apple Pay app helped her avoid this fee. And finally, the health monitoring devices allow her to track her blood pressure and oxygen levels without leaving her home. All of the devices were available and provided through ATLA's Techability program.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	29	46	570	645
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	10	02	31	43
Subtotal	39	48	601	688
Have not made a decision	00	00	00	00
Subtotal	39	48	601	688
Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
Total	39	48	601	688
Performance on this measure	100%	100%	100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	612	88.95%
Satisfied	76	11.05%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total	688
Response rate %	100%

G. Notes:

Overall Performance Measures

Overall Acquisition Performance Measure

Acquisition Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	298	298
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	00	00	14	14
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	312	312
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	312	312
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	312	312
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	100%	100%
ACL Performance Measure				85%
Met/Not Met				Met

Overall Access Performance Measure

Access Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	35	55	630	720
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	10	02	34	46
Subtotal	45	57	664	766
Have not made a decision	00	00	00	00
Subtotal	45	57	664	766
Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
Total	45	57	664	766
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	100%	95%	Met
Response Rate	100%	90%	Met

Training

A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution

Training by Participant Type
Type of Participant	Number
Individuals with Disabilities	18
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	14
Representatives of Education	20
Representatives of Employment	60
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	27
Representatives of Community Living	590
Representatives of Technology	13
Unable to Categorize	00
TOTAL	742

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro	Non Metro	Unknown	TOTAL
482	260	00	742

B. Training Topics

Trainings by Topic
Primary Topic of Training	Participants
AT Products/Services	512
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice	00
Combination of any/all of the above	111
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access	46
Transition	73
Total	742

C. Description of Training Activities

Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:

Access for All! Ensuring Communication and Assistive Technology Access for Individuals Who Experience Hearing Loss or Deafness Leaders from the Deaf Navigator Program within Hope Community Resources partnered with Assistive Technology of Alaska's Program Manager to offer a dynamic presentation at the Full Lives Conference for direct service providers. We taught them how they could support individuals with hearing loss or deafness. We did this by providing information on etiquette, communication strategies, and Assistive Technology when working with Alaskans who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind. ATLA taught what assistive technology is, the different tech levels, and how it is categorized for persons with hearing loss or deafness and provided equipment examples for a hands-on experience.

Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

ATLA's Director presented to the Fellows from the Alaska LEND Without Walls (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities). LEND provides leadership training for graduate students, practicing professionals, individuals with disabilities, and family members to improve the health of infants, children, and adolescents who have (or are at risk for developing) autism and other developmental disabilities. The training was part of an ongoing series related to nonverbal children and students through assistive technology for their transition. The primary focus was to offer guidance on supporting their communication and daily living needs as they progress through each transition stage.

Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:

In September of 2022, ATLA's Outreach Coordinator provided training to staff from the Sealaska Corporation. The primary goal was to afford Sealaska staff a solid knowledge base on accessible Word, PowerPoint, and PDF documents. In addition, training opportunities enabled staff to meet present needs and increase their knowledge of accessible information and communication technology. Training included: collaborative processes; the continuum of tools, strategies and services, resources; legal issues; and action planning. This 8-hour training took place over two days and encompassed information communication technology, why it is essential, and how to provide accessible content. After a brief overview of how to utilize the programs to make accessible content, staff was given hands-on training to create and remediate their content.

D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure

IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received	Number
IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies	30
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented	16
No known outcome at this time	00
Nonrespondent	00
Total	46
Performance Measure Percentage	100%
ACL Target Percentage	70%
Met/Not Met	Met

E. Notes:

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance by Recipient Type
Education	00%
Employment	00%
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	00%
Community Living	100%
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT)	00%
Total	100%

B. Description of Technical Assistance

Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:

ATLA partnered with the Kenai area independent living centers to provide professional development and create multiple demonstration centers. In addition, we continued to provide ongoing technical assistance to collaborate and support the center's staff to provide quality AT demos. This partnership led to the creation of an AT Workgroup for their region of the state. The workgroup meets quarterly to discuss local community AT needs and how agencies can continue to be of assistance.

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. ATLA held its first Assistive Technology Virtual Expo in April of 2022. This two-day event had a speaker lineup from across the country who shared their knowledge on assistive technology for employment, education, and community living. The expo was attended by 90 participants who represented all participant types and included both metro and non-metro individuals. Sessions included: Assistive Technology Leadership in an Accelerating World; Inclusive Technology to Support, Attract, and Retain Neurodiverse Talent; Free and Affordable Assistive Technologies for Learning: Mobile Apps, Building Features, and Chrome Extensions; Discover the Joy of Making Assistive Technology; Unlocking Your Potential; among others.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients	AT Device/ Service	AT Funding	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	8,107	1,713	9,820
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	221	855	1,076
Representative of Education	4,055	1,641	5,696
Representative of Employment	1,069	406	1,475
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	1,497	951	2,448
Representative of Community Living	1,687	528	2,215
Representative of Technology	517	309	826
Unable to Categorize	00	00	00
Total	17,153	6,403	23,556

Referral Types:

ATLA was able to improve information and assistance activity by utilizing an accessible online referral form. The online referral form allows individuals, family, friends, practitioners, and other agency representatives to provide useful and pertinent information needed before a staff member's initial contact.

Referral Sources:

The majority of the referrals to ATLA come from independent living staff, service providers, or medical offices (optometrist, ophthalmologist, audiologists, neurologists, etc).

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?

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?

Additional And Leveraged Funds

Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report?

Yes

A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities

Fund Source	Amount	Use of Funds	Data Reported
Private	$30,000	Demonstration	True
Public/State Agency	$99,551	State Financing	True
Federal	$23,287	State Financing	True
State Appropriations	$21,993	Demonstration	True
State Appropriations	$185,407	State Financing	True
Private	$28,000	State Financing	True
Federal	$15,960	Public Awareness, I&A	True
	Amount: $404,198

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. Public Health Workforce Grant Award

All Section 4 AT Act grantees were awarded $80,000.00 in supplimental Public Health Workforce grant funding to increase the full-time equivalent (FTE) of staff withing the disability and aging network for public health professionals. Please document the status of these funds below.

The status of these funds at the end of the FY22 (9/30/2022) is as follows: (Check one) We did not utilize this funding in FY22 and wish to decline the funds in the future
We did not expend any of this funding in FY22, but plan to expend funding in FY23 and/or FY24
We expended some of all of this funding in FY22 (please complete the section below)

Please report the amount expended (drawn down and liquidated) in this reporting period, FY22:

$0.00

Please report the number of Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions this funding supported by type. This can be a direct employee FTE or contractual FTE.

Type of FTE Position	FTE Positions (0.01 to 9.99)
Assistive Technology Specialist	0.00
Information and Assistance Specialist	0.00
Outreach and Awareness Specialist	0.00
Training Specialist	0.00
Health Care Professional (includes PT, OT, SLP)	0.00
Accessibility Expert	0.00
Policy Expert	0.00
Technology Expert (Digital Divide, Mobile Tech)	0.00
Program Manager	0.00
Other positions needed to advance public health and prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVid-19 (describe with narrative field required)	0.00

Please describe the activities of the above FTE and how such activities advance public health.

C. 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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