National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Illinois 2022
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 | 05 | 03 | 08 |
| Approved Not made | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Rejected | 25 | 07 | 32 |
| Total | 31 | 11 | 42 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $10,332 | Highest Income: | $42,000 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $164,412 | 08 | $20,552 |
| 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 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 08 |
| Percentage of Loans | 37.5% | 50% | 12.5% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 08 | 100% |
| Partnership Loans | ||
| Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
| With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 08 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 08 | $123,662 |
| Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 08 | $123,662 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 3% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 5% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 08 | 3.75% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 07 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 01 |
| 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 | 03 | $8,070 |
| Daily living | 00 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 05 | $115,592 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 08 | $123,662 |
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? | 2 |
|---|
Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: AT Purchase and Distribution to VR Customers |
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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) | 458 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 64 |
| C. Total Served | 522 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 522 |
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 | 151 | $162,490 |
| Hearing | 1 | $312 |
| Speech communication | 0 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 5 | $266 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 6 | $1,181 |
| Daily living | 0 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 6 | $2,224 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 2968 | $1,042,502 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
| Total | 3137 | $1,208,975 |
Activity 2
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Telecommunications equipment distribution |
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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) | 124 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 26 |
| C. Total Served | 150 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 150 |
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 |
| Hearing | 0 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 0 | $0 |
| 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 | 150 | $272,400 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
| Total | 150 | $272,400 |
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
VIOLETTE'S STORY - I was in need of a different van as my disability was giving me more issues with transferring from my chair to the driver’s seat. I knew about and have dealt with Illinois Assistive Technology Program during my employment with LINC Inc. As we all know, adapted vans are very expensive. I spoke to my church about some possible assistance. My church graciously took up a collection and made a match donation, which resulted in a down payment. With the down payment and great interest rates and terms that the IATP ATLoan Program offers, I was able to afford a 2017 Pacifica. I have an adaptive van and it allows me to help people with disabilities or able-bodied people get to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, or just a picnic at a park. Thank you so much IATP for helping me help others as well as myself to live independently. MORE ABOUT VIOLETTE - Violette received the 2022 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award in the Senior Category for Region 5 -Southern. This award recognizes individual volunteers through a statewide award program to highlight the importance of volunteerism and community service in the State of Illinois.
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 | 522 | 158 | 680 |
| 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 | 522 | 158 | 680 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 00 | 522 | 158 | 680 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 00 | 522 | 158 | 680 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 680 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 680 | |
| 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 | 1,096 |
| C. Total | 1,096 |
| 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 | 1,096 |
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
| 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 | 130 | $100,635 | $51 | $100,584 |
| Hearing | 10 | $1,255 | $0 | $1,255 |
| Speech Communication | 49 | $93,982 | $570 | $93,412 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 11 | $3,001 | $17 | $2,984 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 751 | $141,720 | $10,215 | $131,505 |
| Daily Living | 600 | $48,732 | $2,248 | $46,484 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 16 | $6,155 | $301 | $5,854 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 49 | $15,433 | $674 | $14,759 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 03 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
| Total | 1,619 | $411,113 | $14,076 | $397,037 |
D. Anecdote
Becky has Macular Degeneration. She visited IATP to try to find a device that could help with the severe loss of her central vision. She trialed the IrisVision Live, which is a virtual reality headset powered by a smart phone in the front. She began to cry as she looked up and could read the time on the wall clock. She went from item to item, in absolute disbelief that she was able to see and read for the first time in years. The device was available through Reuse and Becky was able to take it with her that same day. She contacted us following her visit to let us know how much her quality of life had improved. She now recognizes faces, can read to her grandson, watch her granddaughter play sports and so much more.
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. | 08 | 07 | 911 | 926 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 03 | 01 | 96 | 100 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 00 | 66 | 70 |
| 4. Subtotal | 15 | 08 | 1,073 | 1,096 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 15 | 08 | 1,073 | 1,096 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 15 | 08 | 1,073 | 1,096 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,077 | 98.27% |
| Satisfied | 19 | 1.73% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,096 | |
| 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) | 1,359 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 33 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 23 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 24 |
| Total | 1,439 |
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 | 98 | 14 | 112 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 298 | 18 | 316 |
| Representative of Education | 709 | 31 | 740 |
| Representative of Employment | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 25 | 03 | 28 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 223 | 14 | 237 |
| Representatives of Technology | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Total | 1,359 | 80 | 1,439 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 35 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 101 | 31 | 132 |
| Hearing | 33 | 04 | 37 |
| Speech Communication | 1,292 | 70 | 1,362 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 196 | 32 | 228 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 34 | 03 | 37 |
| Daily Living | 76 | 11 | 87 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 58 | 08 | 66 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 82 | 26 | 108 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 07 | 00 | 07 |
| Total | 1,879 | 185 | 2,064 |
E. Anecdote
Thank you letter from borrower. The Device Loan staff at the Illinois Assistive Technology Program are phenomenal! The services they render are extremely helpful to parents as they make important decisions about appropriate communication tools for the child(ren) with special needs. These services are also vital for the students as they can test several different assistive technology devices to determine comfort levels and customization options. The staff went above and beyond to support my non-verbal, Autistic son, Grant, uring the Winter Break Holiday as his device was broken and locked at school. Although the staff member was off during this holiday time, knowing the importance of a nonverbal child needing communication, she did not hesitate to process my application and overnight a newer version of Grant’s AAC device so that he could effectively communicate with us during the holiday season. We are appreciative of the services IATP renders in providing a voice to the voiceless. This is such a wonderful program and from the look on Grant’s face with his loaned device, he approves, too!” We appreciate you. – Dr. Ginger Grant-Del Valle
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 | 978 | 08 | 92 | 1,078 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 236 | 04 | 35 | 275 |
| Subtotal | 1,214 | 12 | 127 | 1,353 |
| Have not made a decision | 02 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Subtotal | 1,216 | 12 | 127 | 1,355 |
| Nonrespondent | 04 | 00 | 00 | 04 |
| Total | 1,220 | 12 | 127 | 1,359 |
| Performance on this measure | 99.84% | 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. | 40 | 03 | 08 | 51 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 17 | 00 | 06 | 23 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 4. Subtotal | 58 | 03 | 15 | 76 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| 6. Subtotal | 58 | 03 | 17 | 78 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 8. Total | 59 | 03 | 18 | 80 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 88.24% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,372 | 95.34% |
| Satisfied | 59 | 4.1% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 07 | 0.49% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 0.07% |
| Total Surveyed | 1,439 | |
| Response rate % | 99.93% |
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 | 202 |
| Hearing | 26 |
| Speech Communication | 200 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 12 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 71 |
| Daily Living | 174 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 07 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 02 |
| Computers and Related | 23 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 21 |
| Total # of Device Demonstrations | 738 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 552 | 137 | 689 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 84 | 339 | 423 |
| Representatives of Education | 81 | 220 | 301 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 16 | 19 | 35 |
| Representative of Community Living | 05 | 15 | 20 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 | 21 | 21 |
| Total | 738 | 751 | 1,489 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 04 |
| Service Provider | 67 |
| Vendor | 244 |
| Repair Service | 01 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 316 |
D. Anecdote
IATP partners with the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign to bring a group of students from other countries studying assistive technology devices and services. This group pictured below is from Egypt.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 227 | 27 | 459 | 713 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 04 | 00 | 14 | 18 |
| Subtotal | 231 | 27 | 473 | 731 |
| Have not made a decision | 02 | 00 | 05 | 07 |
| Subtotal | 233 | 27 | 478 | 738 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 233 | 27 | 478 | 738 |
| Performance on this measure | 99.14% | 100% | 98.95% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 1,452 | 97.52% |
| Satisfied | 37 | 2.48% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 1,489 | |
| 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. | 48 | 532 | 1,077 | 1,657 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 20 | 01 | 102 | 123 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 05 | 00 | 67 | 72 |
| 4. Subtotal | 73 | 533 | 1,246 | 1,852 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| 6. Subtotal | 73 | 533 | 1,248 | 1,854 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 8. Total | 74 | 533 | 1,249 | 1,856 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 93.15% | 100% | 94.47% | 96.01% |
| 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 | 1,205 | 35 | 551 | 1,791 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 240 | 04 | 49 | 293 |
| Subtotal | 1,445 | 39 | 600 | 2,084 |
| Have not made a decision | 04 | 00 | 05 | 09 |
| Subtotal | 1,449 | 39 | 605 | 2,093 |
| Nonrespondent | 04 | 00 | 00 | 04 |
| Total | 1,453 | 39 | 605 | 2,097 |
| Performance on this measure | 99.72% | 100% | 99.17% | 99.57% |
| 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 | 99.85% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 99.98% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 91 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 183 |
| Representatives of Education | 159 |
| Representatives of Employment | 36 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 23 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 17 |
| Representatives of Technology | 06 |
| Unable to Categorize | 03 |
| TOTAL | 518 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 488 | 30 | 00 | 518 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 179 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 97 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 31 |
| Transition | 211 |
| Total | 518 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Mark McCabe, ATP provided training on Read & Write for Google at Manhattan Jr. High School in Manhattan IL. The training was pieced into seven sections with a different audience in each period. Students, staff, and family were instructed on the use and capabilities of Read & Write for Google. The administration plans to use RWG across the board for student with print disabilities. Training teachers and therapists was done to build capacity within the school.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Susy Woods, Policy and Education Liaison was asked by the Epilepsy Foundation to conduct a workshop entitled "How does assistive technology help prepare students with epilepsy transition to college and/or the workforce." There were 34 attendees, which included 11 legislators and their key staff and 23 educators in attendance. The session highlighted the types of assistive technology that could assist students with seizure disorders, the referral process for an AT evaluation through IATP's grant with the Illinois State Board of Education and how students and the local district could borrow devices for trail.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
IATP's ICT staff person, Krystal Connolly was asked to conduct a training for the Illinois Department of Human Services, Rehab Tech management team on Fusion for them to accommodate their visually impaired staff. The training was several hours and provided staff with an overview of Zoomtext and JAWS. Follow up support was provided to the state staff with the visual impairment as they began to use the program. A total of 10 individuals were trained between the management team and staff.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 25 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 06 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 31 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 00% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 00% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00% |
| Community Living | 00% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 100% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
IATP received a State Financing Grant from ACL to fabricate low cost technology solutions using 3D printing. To assist the 13 Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) be able to have low-cost technology solutions available to demonstrate to their community partners and enhance daily living and safety for the seniors they serve, IATP developed Aging Kits featuring a variety of 3D printed items. In addition, IATP provided each AAA with onsite technical assistance with understanding what each item does and linking the AAAs to a network of makers available to assist the seniors acquire the items that may make living in their home more safe and possible.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
IATP provided technical assistance to AE Corner, a private rehabilitation therapy company that produces training videos for durable medical equipment and assistive technology devices that benefit customers and their caregivers as they transition from the hospital or nursing home back to their own home. Unfortunately, their website and the instructional videos were not in compliance with the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act (IITAA) . IATP's staff audited their website and videos and provided technical assistance to their programmer on what was needed to make the website accessible and in addition provided training to the owners of AE Corner so that they could fix and expand their video library and it be in full compliance.
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. IATP researched Senior Magazines statewide where we could advertise the Reuse Program and settled on one in southern Illinois to use as a vehicle to highlight the program and devices typically available. "Senior Living and Loving It" was selected because it reached four communities that were typically not utilizing the Reuse Program. A full-page ad was created which was then disseminated to 7,000 seniors in those counties and then also posted to the magazines website for additional circulation.
2. IATP received additional funding this year and was able to purchase a van to pick up and drop off Reuse Equipment statewide. In order to further market the program while the van was traversing the state, information and graphics about the program was designed and then printed on vinyl and affixed to the van.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 1,380 | 14 | 1,394 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 348 | 18 | 366 |
| Representative of Education | 868 | 08 | 876 |
| Representative of Employment | 13 | 00 | 13 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 55 | 02 | 57 |
| Representative of Community Living | 155 | 06 | 161 |
| Representative of Technology | 28 | 02 | 30 |
| Unable to Categorize | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Total | 2,848 | 51 | 2,899 |
Referral Types:
IATP has been the implementing entity for the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services since 1989 and as a result of this partnership many referrals come from within the divisions of IDHS. In addition, IATP reaches out annually and sometimes more often to statewide and local disability organizations, hospitals, state agencies and other entities and share our print materials with them or conduct presentations and outreach activities for their staff and customers. Since COVID, IATP has expanded it's connection with the Area Agencies on Aging and the Community Care Units to educate them on assistive technology options to decrease social isolation.
Referral Sources:
IATP receives numerous referrals directly from private therapists, home health agencies and disability organizations. In addition, IATP's Board of Directors and its Advisory Council have been provided small resource materials that are easily carried with them to share with potential customers. Thirty eight percent of IATP referrals are from statewide and local provider agencies with 26% from education agencies and the balance of the referral spread pretty equally across health care providers and individuals with disabilities, family/firends.
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?
AE Corner is a for profit Therapy Program in Southern Illinois owned and operated by a Physical Therapist and and Speech Therapist. They create training videos on the proper use of durable medical equipment so that has individuals with disabilities and their caregivers navigate using equipment at home they can quickly refer to the videos through the website or a quick scan of a QR Code. For an extremely nominal fee IATP could use the training videos and make them available on our website or by handing out the URL or the QR Code to the individual borrowing a device through our Device Loan or Reuse Program. Unfortunately, the site and videos had several accessibility issues. IATP and AE Corner met numerous times regarding what it would take to make the materials and site available. IATP's staff, Krystal Connolly spent time training AE Corner staff on ICT and IATP staff met with their programmer to ensure that the ICT issues could be made fully accessible.
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.
IATP staff and its customers now have access to a comprehensive, accessible video library that provides the end user or their caregiver on how to use durable medical equipment to ensure proper usage and safety. This is a result of IATP partnering with Adapted Equipment Corner and their programmer by providing needed training and working closely with them to make sure their training videos and website are accessible all organizations and customers that work with them or utilized their instructional training videos and resource materials benefit from them being fully accessible and complying with Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act (IITAA.)
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Community Participation and Integration; Recreation / Leisure; Health; Aging; Transition(school to work or congregate care to community); Aging and Disability Network / No Wrong Door;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Demonstration; Training; Information & 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? | 01 |
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B. State Improvements
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.
IATP worked with the disability organization and sponsors to encourage the passing of Public Act 102-0841 which amends the school code by requiring local districts to provide parent's and guardians of students with IEPs informational materials about the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program at the student's annual individualized education program (IEP) review meeting whether it is held in person, remotely or another manner.
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 materials are being prepared by the Office of the State Treasurer for delivery to the State Board of Education, which will distribute the materials to school districts throughout Illinois for implementation starting in the 2023-24 school year.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Education
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 |
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| Public/State Agency | $1,481,375 | State Financing | True |
| Public/State Agency | $293,540 | Device Loan | True |
| Public/State Agency | $100,000 | Reuse | True |
| Public/State Agency | $60,000 | Demonstration | True |
| Federal | $80,000 | Reuse | True |
| Amount: $2,014,915 |
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.
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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. |
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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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