National Assistive Technology Act Data System

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New York 2022

General Information

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

State AT Program Title:

NYS TRAID Program

State AT Program Title:

State AT Program URL

https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/traid-program

Mailing Address:

401 State Street

City:

Schenectady

State:

Zip Code:

12305

Program Email:

Melinda.Dolezal@justicecenter.ny.gov

Phone:

518-549-0220

TTY:

Lead Agency

Agency Name:

New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs

Mailing Address:

161 Delaware Avenue

City:

Delmar

State:

Zip Code:

12054

Program URL:

https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov

Implementing Entity

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

Name of Implementing Agency:

Mailing Address:

City

State:

Zip Code:

Program URL:

Program Director and Other Contacts

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

Dolezal, Melinda

Title:

TRAID Director

Phone:

518-549-0220

E-mail:

Melinda.Dolezal@Justicecenter.ny.gov

Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

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

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):

Miranda, Denise M.

Title:

Executive Director

Phone:

518-549-0200

E-mail:

Denise.Miranda@JusticeCenter.ny.gov

State Financing

Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing?

Yes

Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program?

B. State Financing Activities that provide consumers with resources and services that result in the acquisition of AT devices and services

1. Overview of Activities Performed

How many other state financing activities that provide consumers with access to funds for the purchase of AT devices and services were included in your approved state plan?

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?

Activity 1

How would you describe this state financing activity?

AT Fabrication or AT Maker Program

2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served

County of Residence	Individuals Served
A. Metro (RUCC 1-3)	39
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9)	0
C. Total Served	39

Performance Measure
D. Excluded from Performance Measure	0
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures	39

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 Provided	Total Estimated Current Retail Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Devices Were Sold	Savings to Consumers
Vision	0	$0	$0	$0
Hearing	0	$0	$0	$0
Speech communication	40	$4,810	$0	$4,810
Learning, cognition, and developmental	1	$1	$0	$1
Mobility, seating and positioning	1	$85	$0	$85
Daily living	12	$11	$0	$11
Environmental adaptations	0	$0	$0	$0
Vehicle modification and transportation	0	$0	$0	$0
Computers and related	2	$200	$0	$200
Recreation, sports, and leisure	0	$0	$0	$0
Total	56	$5,107	$0	$5,107

D. Anecdote

A child's school team requested a masked keyguard with hidden cells to focus on social goals. Two keyguards were designed using OPENSCAD KEYGUARD SCAD. Due to size limitations of the 3D printer a laser cutter at a local high school was used to cut the keyguards. One clear acrylic and one opaque acrylic were created. The acrylic was donated to the school from a company that makes sliding doors so this bi-product from renovations is not going to a landfill but is now a keyguard.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	07	00	00	07
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	06	00	02	08
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	10	00	01	11
4. Subtotal	23	00	03	26
5. None of the above	12	00	01	13
6. Subtotal	35	00	04	39
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	35	00	04	39
9. Performance on this measure	65.71%	NaN%	75%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	38	97.44%
Satisfied	01	2.56%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total Surveyed	39
Response rate %	100%

G. Notes:

Reutilization

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

A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices

Activity	Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity
A. Device Exchange	14
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan	2,654
C. Total	2,668

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	2,668

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

B. Device Exchange Activities

Device Exchange
Type of AT Device	Number of Devices Exchanged	Total Estimated Current Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged	Savings to Consumers
Vision	01	$30	$0	$30
Hearing	00	$0	$0	$0
Speech Communication	00	$0	$0	$0
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	00	$0	$0	$0
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	07	$585	$0	$585
Daily Living	06	$3,215	$0	$3,215
Environmental Adaptations	00	$0	$0	$0
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	00	$0	$0	$0
Computers and Related	01	$270	$0	$270
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	00	$0	$0	$0
Total	15	$4,100	$0	$4,100

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

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
Type of AT Device	Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired	Total Estimated Current Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold	Savings to Consumers
Vision	62	$17,819	$0	$17,819
Hearing	28	$6,444	$0	$6,444
Speech Communication	51	$27,997	$0	$27,997
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	42	$5,498	$0	$5,498
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	1,664	$630,854	$0	$630,854
Daily Living	1,937	$208,683	$0	$208,683
Environmental Adaptations	97	$24,205	$0	$24,205
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	01	$500	$0	$500
Computers and Related	80	$25,646	$0	$25,646
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	58	$6,158	$0	$6,158
Total	4,020	$953,804	$0	$953,804

D. Anecdote

A father reached out to staff at AIM Independent Living Center in search of a shower wheelchair. His son was paralyzed and would not be able to bathe properly without the chair. The family had been able to get most of the equipment needed, but insurance would not cover the shower wheelchair. They family had been in contact with TRAID to try out needed equipment, and AIM was able to provide a donated shower wheelchair for them to keep. This equipment allowed the family to bring him home from the rehabilitation facility he had been in, and they were very appreciative of all of the help they received.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	15	10	1,394	1,419
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	10	02	600	612
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	37	05	390	432
4. Subtotal	62	17	2,384	2,463
5. None of the above	07	03	113	123
6. Subtotal	69	20	2,497	2,586
7. Nonrespondent	15	01	66	82
8. Total	84	21	2,563	2,668
9. Performance on this measure	73.81%	80.95%	93.02%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	2,479	92.92%
Satisfied	141	5.28%
Satisfied somewhat	01	0.04%
Not at all satisfied	01	0.04%
Nonrespondent	46	1.72%
Total Surveyed	2,668
Response rate %	98.28%

G. Notes:

Device Loan

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

A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose

Loans By Purpose
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan	Number
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation)	2,389
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding	205
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation	719
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity	32
Total	3,345

B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower

LOANS BY TYPE OF BORROWER
Type of Individual or Entity	Number of Device Borrowers
Type of Individual or Entity	Desicion-making	All other Purposes	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	2,130	685	2,815
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	166	164	330
Representative of Education	36	27	63
Representative of Employment	00	03	03
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	51	65	116
Representatives of Community Living	05	09	14
Representatives of Technology	01	03	04
Total	2,389	956	3,345

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days	60

D. Types of Devices Loaned

Types of Devices Loaned
Type of AT Device	Number of Devices
Type of AT Device	Desicion-making	All other Purposes	Total
Vision	48	25	73
Hearing	11	13	24
Speech Communication	243	74	317
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	156	51	207
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	1,640	653	2,293
Daily Living	1,063	473	1,536
Environmental Adaptations	45	57	102
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	02	00	02
Computers and Related	166	111	277
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	58	14	72
Total	3,432	1,471	4,903

E. Anecdote

A woman called the TRAID Center at Southern Tier Independence Center in desperate need of equipment to help care for her husband. She explained that her husband had a stroke, which caused him to go blind. She was trying to take care of him at home but also had her own physical limitations. The TRAID staff suggested a transport chair, a bed wedge, and a tub transfer bench to help her husband maneuver into the bathroom. The woman couldn't find anyone to come pick up the equipment and was unable to drive herself. Staff delivered the equipment, and upon arriving, the staff noticed the woman was very unstable on her feet. Staff brought the equipment in and went over how to use everything. The woman informed the staff that she had no working oven or stove and was relying on an air fryer to cook everything. Staff shoveled her driveway and contacted NY Connects, the No Wrong Door network, and made a referral to assist the family with getting additional help.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

F. Access Performance Measures

Access Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	192	27	1,974	2,193
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	22	01	40	63
Subtotal	214	28	2,014	2,256
Have not made a decision	25	02	46	73
Subtotal	239	30	2,060	2,329
Nonrespondent	23	01	36	60
Total	262	31	2,096	2,389
Performance on this measure	89.54%	93.33%	97.77%

G. Acquisition Performance Measures

Acquisition Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	33	02	334	369
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	18	06	154	178
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	27	03	220	250
4. Subtotal	78	11	708	797
5. None of the above	19	02	87	108
6. Subtotal	97	13	795	905
7. Nonrespondent	18	02	31	51
8. Total	115	15	826	956
9. Performance on this measure	80.41%	84.62%	89.06%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	3,114	93.09%
Satisfied	156	4.66%
Satisfied somewhat	04	0.12%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	71	2.12%
Total Surveyed	3,345
Response rate %	97.88%

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	40
Hearing	13
Speech Communication	326
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	115
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	526
Daily Living	298
Environmental Adaptations	28
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	08
Computers and Related	104
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	17
Total # of Device Demonstrations	1,475

B. Types of Participants

Type of Participant	Decision-Makers	Other Participants	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	1,024	49	1,073
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	270	361	631
Representatives of Education	74	211	285
Representatives of Employment	01	00	01
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	73	372	445
Representative of Community Living	29	29	58
Representative of Technology	04	02	06
Total	1,475	1,024	2,499

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity	Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program)	136
Service Provider	117
Vendor	149
Repair Service	00
Others	82
Total	484

D. Anecdote

A woman contacted the TRAID Center at Upstate Cerebral Palsy because she was having issues with her short-term memory, which was creating difficulty at work. After discussing what had been happening on the job, TRAID staff suggested that she try a smart pen and Livescribe notebook. This would allow her to take notes from her boss and she could review the recording later if she was unsure of something. Staff showed her different pens and discussed the merits and shortcomings of each one. The woman decided that the Symphony Pen would fit her needs the best. The staff later talked to her after she had a chance to use it for a while and she was very excited about how well it worked. She felt that it was exactly what she needed to help her remember job tasks, which would enable her to continue to be employed.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	322	14	733	1,069
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	03	03	56	62
Subtotal	325	17	789	1,131
Have not made a decision	103	09	191	303
Subtotal	428	26	980	1,434
Nonrespondent	15	00	26	41
Total	443	26	1,006	1,475
Performance on this measure	73.36%	65.38%	78.43%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	2,317	92.72%
Satisfied	154	6.16%
Satisfied somewhat	02	0.08%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	26	1.04%
Total	2,499
Response rate %	98.96%

G. Notes:

Overall Performance Measures

Overall Acquisition Performance Measure

Acquisition Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	55	12	1,728	1,795
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	34	08	756	798
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	74	08	611	693
4. Subtotal	163	28	3,095	3,286
5. None of the above	38	05	201	244
6. Subtotal	201	33	3,296	3,530
7. Nonrespondent	33	03	97	133
8. Total	234	36	3,393	3,663
9. Performance on this measure	41.2%	58.82%	73.88%	71.79%
ACL Performance Measure				85%
Met/Not Met				Not Met

Overall Access Performance Measure

Access Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	514	41	2,707	3,262
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	25	04	96	125
Subtotal	539	45	2,803	3,387
Have not made a decision	128	11	237	376
Subtotal	667	56	3,040	3,763
Nonrespondent	38	01	62	101
Total	705	57	3,102	3,864
Performance on this measure	79.03%	80.36%	91.42%	89.04%
ACL Performance Measure				90%
Met/Not Met				Not Met

Overall Satisfaction Rating

Customer Rating of Services	Percent	ACL Target	Met/Not Met
Highly satisfied and satisfied	99.90%	95%	Met
Response Rate	98.33%	90%	Met

Training

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

Training by Participant Type
Type of Participant	Number
Individuals with Disabilities	1,194
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	856
Representatives of Education	2,325
Representatives of Employment	166
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	551
Representatives of Community Living	840
Representatives of Technology	46
Unable to Categorize	16
TOTAL	5,994

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro	Non Metro	Unknown	TOTAL
5,815	179	00	5,994

B. Training Topics

Trainings by Topic
Primary Topic of Training	Participants
AT Products/Services	2,809
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice	105
Combination of any/all of the above	2,712
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access	42
Transition	326
Total	5,994

C. Description of Training Activities

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

The Suffolk Independent Living Organization TRAID Center conducted the training "Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process for Parents of School-Age Students with a Disability." The purpose of the training was to help parents and caregivers gain a foundational understanding of the entire IEP process, including but not limited to, the Committee on Special Education (CSE), the roles and responsibilities of all parties, the various components of the IEP and the transition planning process. Staff spoke to families about how TRAID can help with the acquisition of assistive technology to support their children.

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

The TRAID Program was highlighted at the 4th annual Justice Center Summit on April 13th. The TRAID portion of the Summit focused on how assistive technology can help individuals live independently. The TRAID Director was joined by staff from the Southern Adirondack Independent Living Center and the Center for Assistive Technology at the University at Buffalo. Topics discussed included smart home technology, commonly used durable medical equipment for people transitioning out of nursing homes, and supports for individuals trying to maintain independence at home. The training was held virtually and attendees were from many different parts of the state.

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

Staff from the Center for Assistive Technology at the University at Buffalo provided a training to representatives from the New York Office of the Aging Centers about the important considerations of accessibility and ICT for their participants. The presentation was well received and focused on what accessibility is, why is matters for people who use AT, and how they can be advocates for accessibility in the realm of ICT. Additional trainings are being planned for new Office for the Aging staff.

D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure

IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received	Number
IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies	32
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented	00
No known outcome at this time	10
Nonrespondent	00
Total	42
Performance Measure Percentage	76.2%
ACL Target Percentage	70%
Met/Not Met	Met

E. Notes:

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance by Recipient Type
Education	44%
Employment	00%
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	00%
Community Living	46%
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT)	10%
Total	100%

B. Description of Technical Assistance

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

TechWorks has worked with Yad Yisroel, a school district that is interested in increasing staff knowledge and utilization of Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices. TechWorks staff provided trainings, demonstrations, and loans over 5 school visits through the program year so that school staff can better support the children who utilize AAC. The school has been thrilled with the support and a teacher provided the following feedback: “I always love having you here to work with our students and help us figure out solutions to our students' difficulties. Watching you interact with them is better than taking any professional development course, since I learn so much! … Thus far, we have worked with school staff to continue development of AT decision making skills… I’m thrilled to say, one young man has quickly improved his ability to control a switch for cause & effect activities and is now ready to start using switch access for scanning within an AAC app.”

Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:

The Alzheimer's Disease Assistance Center's Caregiver Support Initiative (CSI) have begun a partnership with the Adirondack Regional Technology Center. CSI provides respite services for caregivers who have family members with memory loss while helping clients maintain community independence. The goal of the partnership is to assist seniors in the region in using and obtaining assistive technology devices while providing resources to CSI staff. TRAID staff added a variety of devices to their inventory for CSI staff to assist clients and learn more about assistive technology. As more items are added, and more training is done with CSI staff, the use of this loan closet will likely increase. It is an ongoing process that has created new policies with new services offered by CSI, and a partnership with the TRAID program that benefits both programs and helps people stay independent in the community or transition out of nursing homes.

C. Notes:

Public Awareness

Public Awareness Activities

Public Awareness Narratives

Describe in detail at least one and no more than two innovative or high-impact public awareness activities conducted during this reporting period. Highlight the content/focus of the awareness information shared, the mechanism used to disseminate or communicate the awareness information, the numbers and/or types of individuals reached, and positive outcomes resulting from the activity. If quantative numbers are available regarding the reach of the activity, please provide those: however, quantative data is not required.

1. The TRAID staff at Access CNY participated in "TRAID on the Trails" on 9/17/2022. This event was held at the Syracuse Inner Harbor. This challenge took place along the NYS Canal System and Erie Canalway Trail. Individuals were encouraged to reach a personal mileage goal and explore different outdoor activities. Other sponsors were the the Golisano Center for Special Needs at Upstate Hospital, and the Not for Profit organization Move Along. TRAID staff and the other organizations brought adaptive cycles, kayaks, running chariots, and more for people to try out. There was music and opportunities to learn about community resources focused on healthy living and inclusive recreation. During the TRAID on the Trails event some of the attendees participated in an adapted bike ride/roll/walk event, called the "1st Mile Erie Canalway Challenge". There were over 50 attendees and the event was well received.

2. The TRAID staff at Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley participated in Accessibility Awareness Day on 9/24/2022. TRAID staff had 2 tables of equipment such as adaptive sports gear, Liftware eatening utensils, sensory items, switch adaptive toys, mobility devices, dressing aids, and more. The TRAID Center had recently invested in a 3D printer, and the staff also displayed items made by the printer. some items were donated to the public such as fidget spinners. This event brought the community together in a day full of fun with games, food, crafts, and prizes.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients	AT Device/ Service	AT Funding	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	687	110	797
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	1,543	656	2,199
Representative of Education	1,594	484	2,078
Representative of Employment	106	05	111
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	831	287	1,118
Representative of Community Living	224	145	369
Representative of Technology	561	682	1,243
Unable to Categorize	66	09	75
Total	5,612	2,378	7,990

Referral Types:

In FFY 2021 several of the TRAID Centers invested in 3D printing. Devices can be created for various age groups and needs, and outreach to different groups such as Early Intervention offices and the Offices for the Aging has resulted in more referrals from the community. Outreach has also been done at local fairs, disability focused events like walk and rolls, and universities. The Justice Center TRAID Director has also joined several committees such as the NYS Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation's Assistive Technology Workgroup, the WIOA Interagency Training & Accessibility Assistance Workgroup, and the Department of Labor's Systems Change and Innovative Opportunities Network (SCION). Each of these organizations has created opportunities for outreach at partner agencies across New York.

Referral Sources:

The majority of referrals come from state partners and agencies that TRAID has Memorandums of Understanding with from partner agencies. These include the State Education Department (ACCES-VR) and the Department of Health (Early Intervention and Money Follows the Person.) There are 62 counties in NY, and each is covered by one of the twelve TRAID Centers. These MOUs require at least quarterly contact with partners in each TRAID region like vocational rehabilitation counselors and early intervention specialists. This contact allows TRAID Centers and partner agencies to collaborate on outreach ideas, devices to purchase, and training opportunities. Other referrals to TRAID include disability and aging related agencies like the Offices for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Offices for the Aging. There has also been an increase in referrals from the Department of Labor since TRAID has started working with the agency on the SCION Project.

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?

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?

The Justice Center and various TRAID Centers have collaborated with staff from the Department of Labor on the New York Systems Change and Inclusive Opportunities Network (SCION.) SCION's goal is to improve education, training and employment opportunities and outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities. SCION has worked to hire and train 33 new Disability Resource Coordinators (DRCs) to assist job seekers with disabilities. This includes providing feedback and voiceover for recorded Disability Resource Coordinator (DRC) trainings, assistance in SCION office hours, and resource sharing. A training was provided on June 30th to teach the DRCs about the importance of digital accessibility when working with participants. Additional trainings by TRAID staff have included reasonable accommodations, and an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Additionally, some DRCs have reached out to TRAID Centers to learn more about specific AT devices and refer clients there.

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.

The SCION Project is in its first year and results are still being measured. By having TRAID as a partner agency, the DRCs have had access to various training topics related to assistive technology that they would not have had otherwise. This partnership has increased knowledge of the TRAID program and assistive technology resources in New York. It has built connections to resources across the state and has been successful so far due to frequent communication and monthly check-ins for DRCs and partner agency staff. This initiative builds upon the work of four rounds of federal Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) pilot funding and the Disability Program Navigator before that. TRAID plans to keep working with the Department of Labor as the initiative continues over the next two years.

3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?

Education; Employment; Transition(school to work or congregate care to community); Information and Communication Technology / Remote Connectivity;

4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?

Device Loan; Training; Public Awareness; Technical 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?

Additional And Leveraged Funds

Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report?

Yes

A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities

Fund Source	Amount	Use of Funds	Data Reported
Public/State Agency	$100,000	Public Awareness, I&A	True
Public/State Agency	$50,000	State Financing	True
Public/State Agency	$100,000	Training	True
Public/State Agency	$185,000	Device Loan	True
Public/State Agency	$70,000	Technical Assistance	True
Public/State Agency	$174,000	Reuse	True
Public/State Agency	$175,000	Demonstration	True
	Amount: $854,000

For any leveraged funding reported above for which data could not be reported, please describe the extenuating circumstances that precluded data from being reported and efforts to remediate the situation in future reporting periods.

B. Public Health Workforce Grant Award

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

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

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

$0.00

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

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

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

C. Describe any unique issues with your data in this section (e.g., the reason why you were unable to report the number of individuals served with additional or leveraged funds).

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