National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Nebraska 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? | No |
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 |
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Activity 1
| 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) | 5 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 2 |
| C. Total Served | 7 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 7 |
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 | $3,169 |
| 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 | 29 | $13,698 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
| Total | 31 | $16,867 |
Activity 2
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Last resort - Activity |
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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) | 59 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 0 |
| C. Total Served | 59 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 59 |
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 | 1 | $1,053 |
| Speech communication | 0 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 9 | $20,654 |
| Daily living | 2 | $5,005 |
| Environmental adaptations | 22 | $67,600 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 20 | $106,272 |
| Computers and related | 5 | $5,691 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
| Total | 59 | $206,275 |
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 |
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D. Anecdote
The Enrichment Foundation Grant (EFG) was able to provide funding to complete an accessible shower for a 44-year-old female from Omaha. The consumer has been diagnosed with lung cancer and an autoimmune disease. She had applied for other programs; however, she did not meet the eligibility criteria. She completed a Service and Device application, and a project was completed using EFG funding. The bathroom modification allowed her to maintain her independence and remain in her home. She stated she was highly satisfied with the project coordination and completion provided by ATP staff in collaboration with available EFG funding.
This year the iCC program in Nebraska was able to work with a young adult who we worked with as a child. This individual is deaf blind and now working and living on their own. The cell phone and tablet they were using with a braille display for telecommunications were older and starting to have problems. He prefers to communicate via text or email so he uses these devices multiples times a day. A Technology Specialist was able to meet with him and recommend a new Samsung Galaxy tablet and smart phone as well as a new Focus 40 Blue Braille Display. With these new devices he will be able to continue to communicate with friends, family and teachers regularly to maintain his independence.
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. | 02 | 06 | 27 | 35 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 01 | 12 | 15 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 01 | 10 | 12 |
| 4. Subtotal | 05 | 08 | 49 | 62 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| 6. Subtotal | 05 | 09 | 51 | 65 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 8. Total | 05 | 09 | 52 | 66 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 88.89% | 94.23% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 59 | 89.39% |
| Satisfied | 05 | 7.58% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 1.52% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 1.52% |
| Total Surveyed | 66 | |
| Response rate % | 98.48% |
G. Notes:
The one non-respondent passed away before returning the survey.
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 | 219 |
| C. Total | 219 |
| 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 | 219 |
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 | 05 | $6,667 | $0 | $6,667 |
| Hearing | 09 | $795 | $0 | $795 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 03 | $300 | $0 | $300 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 85 | $16,908 | $0 | $16,908 |
| Daily Living | 200 | $35,619 | $0 | $35,619 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 03 | $918 | $0 | $918 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $3,000 | $0 | $3,000 |
| Computers and Related | 01 | $20 | $0 | $20 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 307 | $64,227 | $0 | $64,227 |
D. Anecdote
A Scoot-A-Trailer along with a power wheelchair was donated to ATP after the owner was unable to sell the items. The trailer was in excellent condition and came with an aluminum retractable cover. The power wheelchair was given out almost immediately, but it took some time to find a home for the Scoot-A-Trailer. One of ATP's technology specialists was working with a 75 year old male on a home accessibility project that lived on the Western side of the state. It was noticed that the individual was in need of a way to transport his new power wheelchair. The trailer was located on the Eastern side of the state but it was worked out that ATP was able to meet them halfway when going that direction for another meeting. The individual and his son came to pick up their new Scoot-A-Trailer and it has been working well for them since. Brand new these trailers sell for over $5,000 dollars and without ATP's reuse program, the individual would not be able to transport his power wheelchair out into the community.
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. | 03 | 05 | 142 | 150 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 34 | 35 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 23 | 24 |
| 4. Subtotal | 04 | 06 | 199 | 209 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 09 | 09 |
| 6. Subtotal | 04 | 06 | 208 | 218 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 8. Total | 04 | 06 | 209 | 219 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 95.22% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 211 | 96.35% |
| Satisfied | 07 | 3.2% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 01 | 0.46% |
| Total Surveyed | 219 | |
| Response rate % | 99.54% |
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) | 37 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 09 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 245 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 05 |
| Total | 296 |
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 | 12 | 131 | 143 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 06 | 102 | 108 |
| Representative of Education | 06 | 12 | 18 |
| Representative of Employment | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 06 | 01 | 07 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 06 | 10 | 16 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Total | 37 | 259 | 296 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Hearing | 01 | 06 | 07 |
| Speech Communication | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 08 | 129 | 137 |
| Daily Living | 09 | 50 | 59 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 04 | 128 | 132 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 28 | 05 | 33 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 54 | 321 | 375 |
E. Anecdote
Through our Nebraska VR partnership, a referral came to ATP to work with an individual with bilateral profound deafness. They did obtain cochlear implants to partake in conversations utilizing oral communication on top of sign language. This client realized they had a whole new challenge when they chose to enter the medical field. As an emergency medical technician (EMT) and intensive care nurse, using a stethoscope to assess lung sounds, heart tones, and bowel sounds is a crucial part of assessing patients. Unfortunately, they were unable to hear with a regular stethoscope. Different options for amplified stethoscopes were available for loan through ATP’s AT4ALL website. After trialing devices, it was found the Eko CORE stethoscope was the best fit for them. Nebraska VR was able to assist with funding and the equipment has made a lasting impact as the client pursues a career to treat and care for patients. After a one-time download of an app that comes with the stethoscope, all they have to do is turn the stethoscope on and it Bluetooth connects to a smart phone, which is also paired with their cochlear implants. Having this stethoscope allows the client to be successful in their chosen line of work and will allow them to continue chasing their dreams despite their disability.
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 | 03 | 17 | 06 | 26 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 03 | 03 | 01 | 07 |
| Subtotal | 06 | 20 | 07 | 33 |
| Have not made a decision | 01 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
| Subtotal | 07 | 21 | 07 | 35 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Total | 07 | 21 | 09 | 37 |
| Performance on this measure | 85.71% | 95.24% | 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. | 02 | 03 | 186 | 191 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 04 | 03 | 29 | 36 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 02 | 00 | 16 | 18 |
| 4. Subtotal | 08 | 06 | 231 | 245 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 01 | 06 | 07 |
| 6. Subtotal | 08 | 07 | 237 | 252 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 01 | 06 | 07 |
| 8. Total | 08 | 08 | 243 | 259 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 85.71% | 97.47% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 287 | 96.96% |
| Satisfied | 04 | 1.35% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 01 | 0.34% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 04 | 1.35% |
| Total Surveyed | 296 | |
| Response rate % | 98.65% |
I. Notes:
The number of Decision Making loans this year is lower than last year due to the ATP Education Loan Pool having to shut down and relocate. Also there was some difficulty figuring out how to obtain performance measure data with the newly restructured program. Since then policies and procedures have been put in place to track performance measures and the Education Loan Pool is back open and shipping equipment to educators across the state. Next year the data for these loans will be reflected in the annual report.
Device Demonstration
A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 02 |
| Hearing | 00 |
| Speech Communication | 01 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 03 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 08 |
| Daily Living | 09 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 02 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 14 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total # of Device Demonstrations | 39 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 32 | 05 | 37 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 02 | 08 | 10 |
| Representatives of Education | 02 | 09 | 11 |
| Representatives of Employment | 02 | 04 | 06 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Community Living | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 39 | 27 | 66 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 16 |
| Service Provider | 10 |
| Vendor | 12 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 03 |
| Total | 41 |
D. Anecdote
- A referral came in for a student who needed assistance in school due to having a specific learning disability. We were able to watch videos together online of a smart pen and how it works and also demo an older model we had available. After seeing the different features and how a smart pen could benefit the student, grant funding was obtained and an iPad was also able to be recommended and purchased to pair with the newest Echo II Smart Pen to assist the student in being more successful in school with note taking, studying and organization.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 03 | 16 | 08 | 27 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 04 | 03 | 08 |
| Subtotal | 04 | 20 | 11 | 35 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 04 | 00 | 04 |
| Subtotal | 04 | 24 | 11 | 39 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 04 | 24 | 11 | 39 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 83.33% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 61 | 92.42% |
| Satisfied | 05 | 7.58% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 66 | |
| 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. | 07 | 14 | 355 | 376 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 06 | 05 | 75 | 86 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 01 | 49 | 54 |
| 4. Subtotal | 17 | 20 | 479 | 516 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 02 | 17 | 19 |
| 6. Subtotal | 17 | 22 | 496 | 535 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 01 | 08 | 09 |
| 8. Total | 17 | 23 | 504 | 544 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 76.47% | 86.36% | 86.35% | 86.03% |
| 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 | 06 | 33 | 14 | 53 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 04 | 07 | 04 | 15 |
| Subtotal | 10 | 40 | 18 | 68 |
| Have not made a decision | 01 | 05 | 00 | 06 |
| Subtotal | 11 | 45 | 18 | 74 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Total | 11 | 45 | 20 | 76 |
| Performance on this measure | 90.91% | 88.89% | 100% | 91.89% |
| 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 | 99.69% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 99.07% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 308 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
| Representatives of Education | 1,510 |
| Representatives of Employment | 132 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 265 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 |
| Unable to Categorize | 100 |
| TOTAL | 2,315 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 648 | 862 | 805 | 2,315 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 1,534 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 677 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 54 |
| Transition | 50 |
| Total | 2,315 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
ATP provided 6 webinars, 3 on vehicle modifications and 3 on home modifications to Services Coordinators over a 3 month period. Attendees were from the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), and Centers for Independent Living (CIL) (In Nebraska the AAA's and CIL's have the ADRC contract). Topics included various types of common home accessibility and vehicle modifications. The training covered how to make a referral for consumers that are on the Aged and Disabled Waiver and the Developmentally Disabled Waiver. Also covered was ATP's Resource Coordination and Reuse program for those individuals that don't qualify for one of the Waivers or have a need that isn't covered by the Waivers. After these trainings were presented ATP saw an increase in home/vehicle modification referrals and a decrease in inappropriate referrals.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
ATP presented a training on assistive technology at the ESU 13 Job Expo in Scottsbluff NE. The Job Expo is for Juniors and Seniors that have IEP's to learn about various types of jobs available to them in their community once they leave high school. The ATP training covered various types of assistive technology that could be beneficial in the world of work. Dozens of pieces of technology were brought so that the students could get a first hand look at the equipment and ask questions. The training was given to 2 groups of 30 students throughout the day.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
ATP put on an online training to all Nebraska VR and ATP staff on how to make a Power Point presentation accessible. Topics covered were: adding alt. tags, slide order, font size, and color contrast. This training/refresher was needed because of the number of virtual presentations and trainings being requested.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 22 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 18 |
| No known outcome at this time | 05 |
| Nonrespondent | 09 |
| Total | 54 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 74.1% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 90% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 00% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00% |
| Community Living | 10% |
| 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:
Nebraska over the past couple years has been putting together an Olmstead Plan. ATP has been an integral part of this process, providing technical assistance on home accessibility across the state, and assisting with the writing of goals. Some of the outcomes of this work are increased training on AT and accessible modifications, various agencies looking into putting more focus on accessibility in programs that involve housing, and various policies and procedures have been updated to improve the timelines of services provided by the State AT Program.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Mullen Public Schools owns a small one-bedroom one-story house on the same block as their High School, the district has rented this house to teachers. The Superintendent contacted the ATP ADA Specialist concerning repurposing this house for use as a skills facility for transition age 18-21 students. The district has a FCS classroom space that is also shared with other classes so there is limited availability for kitchen access. The district wanted to create a home like setting for transition students to practice life skills including menu planning & cooking, laundry, bed making, other household chores, and a social space. The house physical size, room sizes, doorways, and layout were reviewed to determine it would allow accessible space with minor modifications for small groups of students. After the resident teacher vacated the house, the district had their staff work with students to repair drywall, paint ceilings and walls, remove carpeting, install new flooring, and refinish c
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. Project Connect is a one-day, one-stop event where individuals and families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness are able to receive a wide variety of immediate, on-site services and support for unmet needs. ATP provided reuse items that attendees took with them, including walkers and canes. This event is also an opportunity to make other service providers aware of ATP and the services it provides, including service agencies, government, and faith communities. This year over 600 participants and over 85 agencies were in attendance.
2. Disability Pride, July 29, 2022 - ATP was an exhibitor at the annual event sponsored by the Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities, United Healthcare, People First of Nebraska and Mobility Motoring. Equipment was demonstrated and equipment reuse was promoted to consumers, their families, and other agencies who exhibited. This is a unique opportunity to network with the disability community and providers in Lincoln. In attendance were over 100 individuals with disabilities and 35 providers.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 77 | 221 | 298 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 12 | 41 | 53 |
| Representative of Education | 80 | 04 | 84 |
| Representative of Employment | 197 | 34 | 231 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 08 | 22 | 30 |
| Representative of Community Living | 1,137 | 00 | 1,137 |
| Representative of Technology | 12 | 18 | 30 |
| Unable to Categorize | 44 | 09 | 53 |
| Total | 1,567 | 349 | 1,916 |
Referral Types:
ATP provided 6 trainings throughout the year to Area Agency on Agings, Centers for Independent Living, and ADRC's on home and vehicle modifications and the ATP referral process. This along with a backlog from COVID caused a sizable increase in referrals from those agencies (Representatives of Community Living).
Referral Sources:
Area Agencies on Aging/ADRC - Statewide - 30% of referrals Centers for Independent Living/ADRC - Statewide - 30% of referrals Rehabilitation Hospitals - Central and Eastern part of the state - 3% of referrals Nebraska VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) - statewide - 15% of referrals Reuse partners - Eastern part of state - 10% of referrals Education (IEP/IFSP teams) - statewide - 3% of referrals General advertising (website, newsletters, presentations at conferences, event booths) - statewide - 9% of referrals
Notes:
Coordination/Collaboration and State Improvement Outcomes
Overview of Coordination/Collaboration Activities
| Coordination/Collaboration activities are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR coordination/collaboration activities for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 1 |
|---|
A. Coordination/Collaboration
1. As concisely as possible, describe the partnership initiative. What activities/services were provided? Who are the major collaborating organizations and what is their role? Who is served/benefited? What funding was used to implement the initiative?
ATP has an agreement with Nebraska VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) to provide their consumers with assistive technology assessments to assist them in the world of work. A Nebraska VR Employment counselor makes a referral when AT may be able to assist the consumer. The ATP Technology Specialist works with the consumer, providing demonstrations and loans of equipment to find the best fit. Once the technology that works is identified a recommendation is made to Nebraska VR. Nebraska VR then authorizes ATP to purchase the AT for the individual using Title I funds. ATP also provides resource coordination and helps the consumer and Nebraska VR find additional funding. Also, ATP's Reuse program is often used to save money and assist the consumer with any AT/Equip. needs that may not qualify under Nebraska VR's rules and regulations. Lastly, ATP provides trainings throughout the year to Nebraska VR staff on the benefits of AT, some of the latest technology, and training on things such as putting together accessible Power Points. ATP staff time and overhead is paid for using Nebraska VR Title I funds.
2. As concisely as possible, describe the measurable results of the initiative and any lessons learned. How did access to AT change as a result of the coordination/collaboration/partnership? How did awareness of AT change as a result of the partnership? How did the reach of the state AT program change as a result of the partnership? What made the partnership successful? What would you change or wish you had done differently? Provided funding/resources are available, will the initiative continue or is this a one-time event? What advice would you give for replication of the initiative? Please include URL for initiative if available.
This past fiscal year ATP received 197 referrals statewide from Nebraska VR. $467,643.69 dollars were used for purchases of AT, along with $181,694.47 of leveraged funds provided through ATP's resource coordination. Because of this partnership, VR consumers are receiving appropriate cost effective AT solutions, as well as accessing other programs offered by the State AT program.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Employment;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Demonstration; Reuse; Training;
Overview of State Improvement Activities
| State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 00 |
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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 | $683,797 | Training | True |
| Public/State Agency | $92,413 | Technical Assistance | True |
| Public/State Agency | $551,396 | Training | True |
| Private | $221,882 | State Financing | True |
| Federal | $28,764 | State Financing | True |
| Amount: $1,578,252 |
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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