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 | 28 | 35 | 63 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 02 | 02 |
Rejected | 04 | 05 | 09 |
Total | 32 | 42 | 74 |
Lowest Income: | $9,528 | Highest Income: | $121,656 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$2,285,664 | 63 | $36,280 |
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 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 07 | 04 | 06 | 63 |
Percentage of Loans | 26.98% | 25.4% | 20.63% | 11.11% | 6.35% | 9.52% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 63 | 100% |
Partnership Loans | ||
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 63 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 63 | $667,307 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 63 | $667,307 |
Lowest | 5.5% |
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Highest | 5.5% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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347 | 63 | 5.5% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 63 |
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 | 63 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 00 | $0 |
Hearing | 13 | $50,653 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 07 | $33,577 |
Daily living | 07 | $23,372 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 32 | $554,886 |
Computers and related | 01 | $694 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 03 | $4,125 |
Total | 63 | $667,307 |
Number Loans in default | 05 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $22,871 |
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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How would you describe this state financing activity? | Telecommunications equipment distribution |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 83 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 26 |
C. Total Served | 109 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 109 |
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 | 9 | $9,745 |
Hearing | 15 | $3,023 |
Speech communication | 5 | $1,647 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 6 | $2,339 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 1 | $2,500 |
Daily living | 68 | $21,796 |
Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 1 | $5,000 |
Computers and related | 4 | $8,603 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
Total | 109 | $54,653 |
How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: Funding Eligibility Assistance |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 125 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 382 |
C. Total Served | 507 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 507 |
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 | 34 | $38,004 |
Hearing | 27 | $10,726 |
Speech communication | 43 | $132,654 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 13 | $9,951 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 108 | $81,319 |
Daily living | 206 | $34,801 |
Environmental adaptations | 41 | $179,893 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 11 | $123,503 |
Computers and related | 40 | $68,864 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 6 | $4,982 |
Total | 529 | $684,697 |
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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A couple with four young children reached out to Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff for assistance in obtaining funds for a van conversion that included a dropped floor and electric lift for their 10 year old son who has multiple physical disabilities and medical needs. The conversion of the van allowed the mom and dad to safely load Samuel in his reclining wheelchair. A larger van was needed since Samuel needs to be in a reclining position due to a history of a collapsed diaphragm. Samuel’s mom, whose motto is “Dragon Mom - never give up”, and ATK staff worked together to fully fund the $15,411 for the conversion. Donors included Ambucs, Children's Variety Club, Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation DME Fund, the Paisley Mae Foundation, and the Trinity Lutheran Church. The parents purchased the vehicle with personal funds. Samuel and his two brothers and sister have plenty of room on family trips.
The Kansas Telework Program financed a vehicle for a young man in Manhattan. He has three part-time jobs, one of which is as a volunteer firefighter. It is imperative that he has a reliable vehicle in order to respond to calls. His personal vehicle has a navigation system that provides detailed onscreen and verbal directions so he can navigate from any location in response to an emergency call. This is essential due since his head injury makes navigation difficult without these supports. The reliability of his new vehicle also allows him to maintain part-time employment at a youth crisis home and occasional use of his vehicle for a non-emergency medical transport service. He can confidently know he will be on time and available for all three employers.
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. | 38 | 41 | 408 | 487 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 12 | 10 | 107 | 129 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 05 | 37 | 46 |
4. Subtotal | 54 | 56 | 552 | 662 |
5. None of the above | 04 | 01 | 12 | 17 |
6. Subtotal | 58 | 57 | 564 | 679 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 58 | 57 | 564 | 679 |
9. Performance on this measure | 93.1% | 98.25% | 97.87% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 455 | 67.01% |
Satisfied | 198 | 29.16% |
Satisfied somewhat | 16 | 2.36% |
Not at all satisfied | 05 | 0.74% |
Nonrespondent | 05 | 0.74% |
Total Surveyed | 679 | |
Response rate % | 99.26% |
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 | 667 |
C. Total | 667 |
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 | 667 |
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 | 04 | $3,894 | $0 | $3,894 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 328 | $309,217 | $0 | $309,217 |
Daily Living | 369 | $200,961 | $0 | $200,961 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 04 | $3,025 | $0 | $3,025 |
Computers and Related | 01 | $399 | $0 | $399 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 706 | $517,496 | $0 | $517,496 |
Emersyn is classic 9 years old, in the 4th grade in western Kansas, she enjoys school and loves playing with her friends on the playground. When she was a baby, she was not developing the typical motor milestones so her parents took her to see a pediatric doctor in Aurora, Colorado. The doctor diagnosed her as having a “shrunken cerebellum” or Cerebellar Hypoplasia where the bottom of the cerebellum, just above the spinal cord is not fully developed. He noted this is very rare and only the second case he has treated. As a result, Emersyn has difficulty with her balance and coordination movement. Her physical therapist contacted Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) to borrow a reverse walker. After measurements were identified, ATK provided a loan of a reverse walker with swivel wheels. The loan was successful and ATK staff found one that fit her in the Kansas Reuse program inventory. Emersyn uses it in her home, school and community independently. Her physical therapist notes the walker allows her to participate with her classmates with out the support of the school staff for balance. Because of the walker, Emersyn is able to walk longer distances, it improves her strength and endurance. School staff note the reverse walker with swivel wheels allows her to participate in PE: running races, playing games, and kickball just like her peers. Emersons’ mother states: “The walker was the missing puzzle piece Emersyn needed to be a kid – she can now run and play with her peers in and out of school. She has mastered the walker to the point of almost needing a speedometer to keep her from being Speedy Gonzales. With the walker, Emersyn has the ability to learn, grow and play as she makes her way into middle and high school.”
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. | 24 | 25 | 422 | 471 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 23 | 65 | 102 | 190 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 02 | 04 | 06 |
4. Subtotal | 47 | 92 | 528 | 667 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 47 | 92 | 528 | 667 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 47 | 92 | 528 | 667 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 413 | 61.92% |
Satisfied | 251 | 37.63% |
Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 0.45% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 667 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 221 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 07 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 129 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 56 |
Total | 413 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Individuals with Disabilities | 44 | 55 | 99 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 26 | 39 | 65 |
Representative of Education | 29 | 60 | 89 |
Representative of Employment | 01 | 02 | 03 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 80 | 14 | 94 |
Representatives of Community Living | 09 | 19 | 28 |
Representatives of Technology | 32 | 03 | 35 |
Total | 221 | 192 | 413 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 28 |
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Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Vision | 26 | 06 | 32 |
Hearing | 16 | 18 | 34 |
Speech Communication | 33 | 10 | 43 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 68 | 98 | 166 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 55 | 32 | 87 |
Daily Living | 21 | 69 | 90 |
Environmental Adaptations | 02 | 03 | 05 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 01 | 01 |
Computers and Related | 14 | 04 | 18 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 04 | 04 | 08 |
Total | 239 | 245 | 484 |
Emersyn is classic 9 years old, in the 4th grade in western Kansas, she enjoys school and loves playing with her friends on the playground. When she was a baby, she was not developing the typical motor milestones so her parents took her to see a pediatric doctor in Aurora, Colorado. The doctor diagnosed her as having a “shrunken cerebellum” or Cerebellar Hypoplasia where the bottom of the cerebellum, just above the spinal cord is not fully developed. He noted this is very rare and only the second case he has treated. As a result, Emersyn has difficulty with her balance and coordination movement. Her physical therapist contacted Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) to borrow a reverse walker. After measurements were identified, ATK provided a loan of a reverse walker with swivel wheels. The loan was successful and ATK staff found one that fit her in the Kansas Reuse program inventory. Emersyn uses it in her home, school and community independently. Her physical therapist notes the walker allows her to participate with her classmates with out the support of the school staff for balance. Because of the walker, Emersyn is able to walk longer distances, it improves her strength and endurance. School staff note the reverse walker with swivel wheels allows her to participate in PE: running races, playing games, and kickball just like her peers. Emersons’ mother states: “The walker was the missing puzzle piece Emersyn needed to be a kid – she can now run and play with her peers in and out of school. She has mastered the walker to the point of almost needing a speedometer to keep her from being Speedy Gonzales. With the walker, Emersyn has the ability to learn, grow and play as she makes her way into middle and high school.”
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 | 73 | 03 | 77 | 153 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 11 | 02 | 38 | 51 |
Subtotal | 84 | 05 | 115 | 204 |
Have not made a decision | 03 | 00 | 14 | 17 |
Subtotal | 87 | 05 | 129 | 221 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 87 | 05 | 129 | 221 |
Performance on this measure | 96.55% | 100% | 89.15% |
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. | 24 | 32 | 00 | 56 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 42 | 59 | 35 | 136 |
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 | 66 | 91 | 35 | 192 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 66 | 91 | 35 | 192 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 66 | 91 | 35 | 192 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 376 | 91.04% |
Satisfied | 12 | 2.91% |
Satisfied somewhat | 04 | 0.97% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 21 | 5.08% |
Total Surveyed | 413 | |
Response rate % | 94.92% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 57 |
Hearing | 23 |
Speech Communication | 55 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 36 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 32 |
Daily Living | 41 |
Environmental Adaptations | 07 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 14 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 03 |
Total # of Device Demonstrations | 268 |
Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 101 | 111 | 212 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 49 | 113 | 162 |
Representatives of Education | 71 | 72 | 143 |
Representatives of Employment | 00 | 07 | 07 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 16 | 09 | 25 |
Representative of Community Living | 14 | 21 | 35 |
Representative of Technology | 17 | 13 | 30 |
Total | 268 | 346 | 614 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 678 |
Service Provider | 184 |
Vendor | 258 |
Repair Service | 32 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 1,152 |
Staff from the Southwest KS Aging and Disability Resource Center referred a man in his seventies who had significant vision and hearing disabilities to Assistive Technology for Kansans for assistance identifying technology he could use to stay in touch with family and medical providers. Initially Franz was not interested in any technology since he felt that agencies had failed him in the past. ATK staff persisted and Franz admitted that he was frustrated with his daily life because he didn’t feel as sharp as he used to be, that he often forgot what the person was calling for and what the caller told him. ATK demonstrated a variety of amplified phones with large buttons and backlighting then showed him the feature of a captioned telephone with a large display for transcription of phone conversations. Franz found that seeing the words on the screen helped him understand the conversation and the captioned phone saved the conversations so he could replay them to help him recall the details. After using the phone for a few months, Franz felt less isolated. He reported “I was so frustrated with my daily life and lack of communication with my family and friends that I wasn’t interested in continuining. Through your help and this phone, I know my life will continue to get better. There is hope.” This experience was so positive that Franz is learning to use a handheld video-magnifier and tablet to allow him to access the Internet, track his finances, and stay in touch with distant family on social media. The new technology was funded by ATK staff through the federal Deaf Blind Equipment Distribution Program.
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 | 66 | 18 | 113 | 197 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 12 | 08 | 24 | 44 |
Subtotal | 78 | 26 | 137 | 241 |
Have not made a decision | 11 | 00 | 16 | 27 |
Subtotal | 89 | 26 | 153 | 268 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 89 | 26 | 153 | 268 |
Performance on this measure | 87.64% | 100% | 89.54% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 359 | 58.47% |
Satisfied | 239 | 38.93% |
Satisfied somewhat | 05 | 0.81% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 11 | 1.79% |
Total | 614 | |
Response rate % | 98.21% |
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. | 86 | 98 | 830 | 1,014 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 77 | 134 | 244 | 455 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 04 | 07 | 41 | 52 |
4. Subtotal | 167 | 239 | 1,115 | 1,521 |
5. None of the above | 04 | 01 | 12 | 17 |
6. Subtotal | 171 | 240 | 1,127 | 1,538 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 171 | 240 | 1,127 | 1,538 |
9. Performance on this measure | 95.32% | 96.67% | 95.3% | 95.51% |
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 | 139 | 21 | 190 | 350 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 23 | 10 | 62 | 95 |
Subtotal | 162 | 31 | 252 | 445 |
Have not made a decision | 14 | 00 | 30 | 44 |
Subtotal | 176 | 31 | 282 | 489 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 176 | 31 | 282 | 489 |
Performance on this measure | 92.05% | 100% | 89.36% | 91% |
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 | 98.59% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 98.44% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 263 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 170 |
Representatives of Education | 137 |
Representatives of Employment | 200 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 73 |
Representatives of Community Living | 06 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 849 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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288 | 561 | 00 | 849 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 215 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 46 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 523 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 08 |
Transition | 57 |
Total | 849 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff conducted three regional workshops for caregivers, Aging and Disability Rights Center (ADRC) staff, and people with disabilities. The goal was to familiarize caregivers and ADRC staff with assistive technology solutions to protect the caregiver from injury and to help people with disabilities and health conditions live safely at home. ATK staff demonstrated digital devices for communication with family and friends, durable medical equipment for safe bathing and transfers, aids for daily living addressing personal care, food preparation, and eating, and reviewed in-home checklists for fall prevention. After these workshops were completed, ATK staff in the two regions received increased referrals and requests for device demonstrations and loans from ADRC staff and caregivers. The regional collaboration will be replicated in other areas of the state in the coming year.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff provided a two hour workshop to Early Childhood Education students enrolled in the School of Family Studies at Emporia State University. Local early intervention providers and early childhood specialists from area schools were invited to attend. Twenty-one Early Childhood students and thirty-six professionals participated. ATK staff provided an overview of technology to increase opportunities for learning and communication among children with delays from birth to three, provided case studies and sample assistive goals for infants and toddlers and their families, and presented transition plans and timelines for appropriate, effective transition from the birth to three program to early childhood services.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
All people need to be able to access information, training materials and website resources regardless of their disabilities. Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff provided two online trainings teaching assistive technology and employment professionals how to create accessible PowerPoints, Word documents and PDFs. A total of fourteen people participated and upon completion of the training materials were able to create accessible documents in the targeted formats.
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 | 08 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 08 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 00% |
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Employment | 50% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00% |
Community Living | 00% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 50% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff provided technical assistance to website developers at a State university and a State agency after representatives requested assistance. ATK staff reviewed existing web pages, identified areas that failed accessibility standards, and provided suggestions on how to resolve the issues. ATK staff annually review our subcontractors' websites and provide feedback on website issues and possible solutions. Follow-up on the webpages documented the issues were addressed.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) staff provided technical assistance to Kansas Pre-Employment Transition (Pre-ETS) staff who were selecting assistive technology devices for use by transition-age students exploring work settings. ATK staff focused on technology for alternative access to computers, portable hearing and magnification devices, and memory/scheduling aids. Pre-ETS staff developed a purchase list based on this technical assistance and are seeking approval for purchase. If approved, the devices will be available for students in the spring 2023 semester.
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. Individuals living in large rural states are required to drive an hour and more to shop, access needed services, medical care, and go to work. The majority of farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers spend 8-12 hours in tractors, combines and other machinery and they can tell you High Plains Public Radio is the only station accessible in all western Kansas counties. Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) conducted a public awareness campaign promoting assistive technology devices and services available through the statewide program. Thirty to sixty second spots were run on a staggered release plan over a period of six months on High Plains Public Radio and Kansas Public Radio. ATK staff reported hearing the spots while traveling in their regions. Individuals contacting ATK for services continue to be asked where they heard about ATK as another measure of the effort. The data is still being collected but individuals, particularly in western Kansas, have reported hearing about ATK through the radio spots. A similar effort will be conducted in the coming year with a focus on Spanish language newspapers.
2.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 491 | 412 | 903 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 449 | 505 | 954 |
Representative of Education | 371 | 284 | 655 |
Representative of Employment | 372 | 128 | 500 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 430 | 242 | 672 |
Representative of Community Living | 310 | 238 | 548 |
Representative of Technology | 83 | 44 | 127 |
Unable to Categorize | 108 | 97 | 205 |
Total | 2,614 | 1,950 | 4,564 |
The Kansas Commission for Deaf and Hearing Impaired, the Deaf Cultural Center, Deaf Nation advocacy organization, T-Mobile Accessibility Team, and Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) collaborated in a series of activities to share information with people who are deaf or have hearing impairments regarding available services and technology. ATK staff participated in the Deaf Day at the Capitol, Deaf Nation Expo, Deaf Nation Day at Sporting KC, and Deaf Culture Day at the Nelson Atkins Museum. ATK had a 10% increase in requests for services from deaf and hearing impaired Kansans. Device loan and training on use of assistive technology doubled in the past year after these efforts.
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) works with all 14 centers for independent living in the state; about 25% of our referrals are from centers. Educators have an ongoing relationship with ATK and comprise about 20% of our referrals. Other providers, including Kansas Rehabilitation Services, Birth to Three, Aging and Disability Rights Centers, and Commission for Deaf and Hearing Impaired are responsible for about 5% each of referrals. The remaining appear to be word of mouth or due to ATK outreach efforts.
Coordination/Collaboration activities are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR coordination/collaboration activities for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 1 |
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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?
Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) prioritizes helping individuals with disabilities obtain assistive technology they need to retrain or obtain employment. Kansas Rehabilitation Services (KRS) staff had considerable turn over during the pandemic and staff training was a priority for KRS management. ATK staff provided virtual workshops on assistive technology devices, case studies highlighting AT used in employment and educational settings, and explained how to access AT services. KRS and ATK management reinforced the new knowledge through a series of Lunch n Learns virtual meetings targeting specific types of technology.
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.
A 30% increase in requests for AT services to support KRS customers was documented in the past year. Since these referrals were from KRS staff, ATK staff recommendations were funded by KRS and all these individuals were provided with the technology they needed for employment or retraining.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Education; Employment; Transportation; Transition(school to work or congregate care to community);
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Demonstration; State Financing; Training; Technical Assistance;
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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Federal | $14,935 | Device Loan | True |
Private | $2,200 | State Financing | True |
Public/State Agency | $16,225 | Device Loan | True |
Public/State Agency | $189,077 | State Financing | True |
Public/State Agency | $150,000 | Training | True |
Federal | $50,000 | Technical Assistance | True |
Public/State Agency | $13,359 | Training | True |
Federal | $203,635 | State Financing | True |
Federal | $151,000 | Demonstration | True |
Public/State Agency | $207,000 | Demonstration | True |
Public/State Agency | $302,000 | Reuse | True |
Federal | $180,000 | Demonstration | True |
Federal | $14,935 | Training | True |
Amount: $1,494,366 |
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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