Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
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Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | Yes |
Area of Residence | Total | ||
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Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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Approved Loan made | 04 | 02 | 06 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 04 | 02 | 06 |
Lowest Income: | $11,660 | Highest Income: | $78,000 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$220,896 | 06 | $36,816 |
Income Ranges | Total | ||||||
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$15,000 or Less |
$15,001- $30,000 |
$30,001- $45,000 |
$45,001- $60,000 |
$60,001- $75,000 |
$75,001 or More |
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Number of Loans | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 06 |
Percentage of Loans | 16.67% | 33.33% | 16.67% | 16.67% | 0% | 16.67% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 05 | 83.33% |
Partnership Loans | ||
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
With loan guarantee only | 01 | 16.67% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 06 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 05 | $12,270 |
Partnership Loans | 01 | $4,250 |
Total | 06 | $16,520 |
Lowest | 0% |
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Highest | 2% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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08 | 06 | 1.33333333333333% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 06 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
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 | 06 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 02 | $6,950 |
Hearing | 02 | $8,970 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 01 | $356 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 01 | $244 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 06 | $16,520 |
Number Loans in default | 00 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
How many other state financing activities that provide consumers with access to funds for the purchase of AT devices and services were included in your approved state plan? | 1 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | Last resort - Activity |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 1 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 0 |
C. Total Served | 1 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 1 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded | Value of AT Provided |
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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 | 1 | $1,617 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 |
Computers and related | 0 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
Total | 1 | $1,617 |
How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 1 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | AT Leasing for Savings Program |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 2 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 0 |
C. Total Served | 2 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 2 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number Provided | Total Estimated Current Retail Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Devices Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
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Vision | 1 | $2,741 | $2,741 | $0 |
Hearing | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech communication | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 1 | $2,595 | $611 | $1,984 |
Daily living | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and related | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 2 | $5,336 | $3,352 | $1,984 |
Twenty-six-year-old J.S, a student worker with a Louisiana state agency, has been legally blind since birth. Supported by his supervisor and the agency’s HR Director, J.S. came to LATAN to explore vision devices that could help him better perform his duties at work. J.S. was familiar with using video magnifier but needed devices that would be more portable as his work duties were performed in different environments within the office. Also interested in how LATAN could assist with other employees with disabilities, J.S.’ supervisor and the HR Director attended the device demonstration with J.S. During the demonstration, J.S was shown many devices, including the Orcam My Eye, which is a portable, artificial vision device that allow visually impaired individuals to understand text and identify objects through audio feedback, describing what they are unable to see. J.S. stated that his parents previously asked him to look at the Orcam and to his surprise, he was having an opportunity to have it demonstrated. After the demo and loaning out some vision devices to be used on the job, J.S called his parents to let them know he tried out the Orcam and he loved it! He let his parents know that LATAN’s Alternative Financing Program (AFP) could help him to purchase it. J.S. and his parents decided to use the AFP and acquired the Orcam MyEye Pro. After using the Orcam for a week, J.S. stated, “I love it, it’s everything I heard and imagined it would be! It helps me read independently when I’m at work or at school as well as when I’m out in the environment. Thank you all again.”
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 04 | 05 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
4. Subtotal | 01 | 01 | 07 | 09 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 01 | 07 | 09 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 01 | 07 | 09 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 08 | 88.89% |
Satisfied | 01 | 11.11% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 09 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 00 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 82 |
C. Total | 82 |
Performance Measure | |
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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 | 82 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance
Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
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Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 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 |
Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
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Vision | 12 | $9,203 | $0 | $9,203 |
Hearing | 03 | $208 | $0 | $208 |
Speech Communication | 17 | $7,877 | $0 | $7,877 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 06 | $646 | $36 | $610 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 38 | $39,473 | $0 | $39,473 |
Daily Living | 50 | $6,504 | $0 | $6,504 |
Environmental Adaptations | 02 | $209 | $0 | $209 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 06 | $1,523 | $0 | $1,523 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 134 | $65,643 | $36 | $65,607 |
Ms. M. is the mother of 7-year-old, twin boys. “Raising twins is not easy” according to Ms. M. Add being non-verbal with Autism to the mix for both boys and it seems an even more daunting task. Ms. M. heard about LATAN from a therapist working with her boys and scheduled a visit to the Demonstration Center to explore Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) technologies. AT Specialist demonstrated iPads with Proloquo2go and Speak2me software systems. While Ms. M. felt the AAC technology options would be helpful for her sons, she explained that she could not afford to purchase or even finance the devices and software. The best option for Ms. M. and her sons was to acquire the devices through LATAN’s Reuse program, the AT Marketplace. Ms. M stated, “Receiving the iPads and communication applications from LATAN has been a huge blessing to our family. We cannot wait to work with the boys over the next year and see how the devices improve their ability to communicate what they want, feel or need. We are so happy that LATAN staff did not give up but continued to look for a way to get our twins the communication devices. We will definitely recommend LATAN to other families.”
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 65 | 66 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 03 | 04 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 06 | 06 |
4. Subtotal | 02 | 00 | 74 | 76 |
5. None of the above | 02 | 00 | 04 | 06 |
6. Subtotal | 04 | 00 | 78 | 82 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 04 | 00 | 78 | 82 |
9. Performance on this measure | 50% | NaN% | 94.87% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 80 | 97.56% |
Satisfied | 02 | 2.44% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 82 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 41 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 00 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 00 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 01 |
Total | 42 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Individuals with Disabilities | 30 | 00 | 30 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 06 | 00 | 06 |
Representative of Education | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representative of Employment | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 03 | 01 | 04 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 41 | 01 | 42 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 35 |
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Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Vision | 08 | 00 | 08 |
Hearing | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Speech Communication | 09 | 02 | 11 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 07 | 00 | 07 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 23 | 00 | 23 |
Daily Living | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Environmental Adaptations | 03 | 00 | 03 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Computers and Related | 14 | 01 | 15 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 65 | 03 | 68 |
At 89 and recently diagnosed with glaucoma, has been experiencing vision loss. Her daughter contacted LATAN to explore vision technology after being referred by the Louisiana State Library. Ms. E and her daughter scheduled a demonstration for a CCTV, as well as other vision devices. During the demonstration, both Ms. E. and her daughter expressed amazement of all the vision device options available at LATAN. After about an hour of trying out the devices, Ms. E. showed interest in the Acrobat HD, an ultra-video magnifier that is designed to enlarge and enhance images to improve the lives of individuals with low vision. Rather than purchasing the device immediately, Ms. E. opted to use the Device Loan program to try it out for 35 days. Ms. E. stated that she really liked the device so, once the device loan period was over, she decided to purchase her very own. Ms. E. purchased the portable lightweight Acrobat HD mini and reports that she loves it. Her daughter stated”, When momma first realized she was losing her vision, she used to sit in her chair in her room with her eyes closed, giving up on hope. Now she’s able to read the mail, read books, and the newspaper like she used to”.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 06 | 01 | 34 | 41 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 06 | 01 | 34 | 41 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 06 | 01 | 34 | 41 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 06 | 01 | 34 | 41 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
4. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | NaN% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 36 | 85.71% |
Satisfied | 06 | 14.29% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 42 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 19 |
Hearing | 04 |
Speech Communication | 18 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 04 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 19 |
Daily Living | 12 |
Environmental Adaptations | 03 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 04 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Device Demonstrations | 83 |
Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 60 | 08 | 68 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 12 | 35 | 47 |
Representatives of Education | 00 | 04 | 04 |
Representatives of Employment | 00 | 02 | 02 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 06 | 09 | 15 |
Representative of Community Living | 04 | 00 | 04 |
Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 82 | 58 | 140 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 00 |
Service Provider | 01 |
Vendor | 02 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 03 |
Ms. A. called LATAN on behalf of her 57-year-old brother, Paul, who had a stroke a little over a year prior. Her brother is non-verbal and unable to communicate by writing or by keyboard. Interested in a communication device demonstration for him that incorporated eye tracking technology, Ms. A. contacted LATAN. He had a demonstration of the TOBII 15 the year before but wanted to try another similar device to see if he could be more successful with it. LATAN’s AT Specialist scheduled a device demonstration onsite at the hospital to explore the PRC eye gaze. It was determined that the PRC eye gaze was not a good fit. The next option suggested by the AT Specialist was to arrange a demonstration of Control Bionics’ Neuro Node technology. This demonstration would require collaboration with the representative from Control Bionics. During the demonstration, Paul lit up with excitement when he was able to use the device with both eye gaze and neuro-node technology together. Paul had tears in his eyes due to this new ability to communicate. Following the device demonstration, Ms. A. took the next steps to acquire the device for Paul. She stated, “I am so thankful for LATAN! This device has been lifechanging for my brother.”
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 10 | 03 | 60 | 73 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
Subtotal | 10 | 03 | 64 | 77 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 06 | 06 |
Subtotal | 10 | 03 | 70 | 83 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 10 | 03 | 70 | 83 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 91.43% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 127 | 90.71% |
Satisfied | 11 | 7.86% |
Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.71% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.71% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 140 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 02 | 00 | 69 | 71 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 00 | 06 | 08 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 01 | 06 | 07 |
4. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 81 | 86 |
5. None of the above | 02 | 00 | 04 | 06 |
6. Subtotal | 06 | 01 | 85 | 92 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 06 | 01 | 85 | 92 |
9. Performance on this measure | 66.67% | 0% | 88.24% | 85.87% |
ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
Met/Not Met | Met |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 16 | 04 | 94 | 114 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
Subtotal | 16 | 04 | 98 | 118 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 06 | 06 |
Subtotal | 16 | 04 | 104 | 124 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 16 | 04 | 104 | 124 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 94.23% | 95.16% |
ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
Met/Not Met | Met |
Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
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Highly satisfied and satisfied | 99.27% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 01 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 01 |
Representatives of Education | 15 |
Representatives of Employment | 33 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 17 |
Representatives of Community Living | 07 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 13 |
TOTAL | 87 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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86 | 01 | 00 | 87 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 23 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 16 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 00 |
Transition | 48 |
Total | 87 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
The owner of the Say and Play speech therapy facility in Hammond contacted LATAN to conduct a training. LATAN’s AT Solutions Specialist traveled to the facility to conduct an in-service which included demonstration of various devices, as well as hands-on training with therapists and other professionals regarding the programs and services offered by LATAN. Participants of the training were able to try the Tobii Dynovox i15, Proloquo, Speak for Yourself, mirror training tool, GoTalk 20, Quick Talker 12, Bluebee Bear, Twin Talker, and other devices. The training offered a mutual opportunity for future collaboration and referral of LATAN services.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
This training session was provided by LATAN AT Solutions Specialists to the Life Supports Therapy Group of New Orleans. The topic of the training session was Adaptive Switches and their application in the school and home settings. The therapists in attendance wanted an alternative solution to standard button switches, so LATAN staff offered demonstrations on high-tech switches such as life-breath, foot switches, pillow switches, and more. The result of the training was a better understanding of the types of adaptive switches available for their clients to utilize.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 00 |
Performance Measure Percentage | NaN% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Education | 25% |
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Employment | 00% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 50% |
Community Living | 25% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 00% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
An AT User contacted LATAN because they were having issue with the Orcam My Eye acquired from LATAN via the AFP Leasing program. Reportedly, the headphone jack was not working. After contacting the manufacture to troubleshoot, the AT Specialist returned to the client's residence to attempt to solve the the issue. Technical assistance was provided to the AT User to prevent connection issues. The end result was the AT User was able to continue using his vision device and was provided additional skills that empowered him to troubleshoot and resolve small issues with the Orcam device.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
LATAN facilitated InspireNola Schools professional development training for speech therapists. The training covered applying assistive technology (AT) for students with disabilities in accordance with IEPs/504 Plans. The SLPs being trained serve students from K-12 and provide transition planning for students beginning in 8th grade. The training explored AT devices through various assessment processes, acquiring AT to perform educational activities in classroom, using AT for independent living activities, AAC devices, and will offered demonstrations of and training on various types of AAC technologies needed in the classroom for performing academic activities. For continuity, LATAN staff also trained on its Alternative Financial Programs, Device Loans, and Reuse program (AT Marketplace) to be used by parents/caregivers interested in using the same or different AT in the home with the student.
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. To commemorate National AT Awareness Day, LATAN provided AT education to the Louisiana State Legislature, staffers, and patrons of the State Capitol. This high impact public awareness activity, more than 500 people received device demonstrations and information of AT programs and services.
2.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 214 | 35 | 249 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 58 | 09 | 67 |
Representative of Education | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representative of Employment | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 26 | 01 | 27 |
Representative of Community Living | 04 | 00 | 04 |
Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 304 | 45 | 349 |
LATAN uses numerous strategies to increase awareness of the State AT Program and direct referrals. In recent years, direct marketing campaign via parish newspaper ads and small budget TV and radio commercial have been launched with varying levels of success. LATAN also exhibits AT devices and services during professional conferences hosting OTs, PTs, SLPs, elementary and high education. Participation on various committees with the Governor’s Office of Disability Affairs, the Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs (monitors and supports the AAA, ADRCs, and Council on Aging), the State Independent Living Council and other service providers offer referrals to LATAN as well.
Direct outreach to Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation facilities yield referrals from a diverse population of novice AT users, oftentimes having new chronic illnesses/disabilities. State colleges and universities educating future OTs, Rehabilitation Counselors, and SLPs, reach out to LATAN for training. This group constitutes approximately 5% of referrals to LATAN. In addition, approximately, 20% of our total referrals come from private rehabilitation facilities.
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? | 0 |
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State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 00 |
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Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | Yes |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
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B. Public Health Workforce Grant Award |
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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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