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 | 29 | 07 | 36 |
Approved Not made | 01 | 01 | 02 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 30 | 08 | 38 |
Lowest Income: | $9,408 | Highest Income: | $177,024 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$2,041,530 | 36 | $56,709 |
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 | 02 | 08 | 06 | 08 | 01 | 11 | 36 |
Percentage of Loans | 5.56% | 22.22% | 16.67% | 22.22% | 2.78% | 30.56% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
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Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
Partnership Loans | ||
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 04 | 11.11% |
With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 32 | 88.89% |
Total | 36 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
Partnership Loans | 36 | $258,849 |
Total | 36 | $258,849 |
Lowest | 1% |
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Highest | 4% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
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67 | 36 | 1.86111111111111% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 28 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 07 |
4.1% to 6.0% | 01 |
6.1% to 8.0% | 00 |
8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
14.1% + | 00 |
Total | 36 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
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Vision | 00 | $0 |
Hearing | 64 | $127,861 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 04 | $130,988 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 68 | $258,849 |
Number Loans in default | 00 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
How many other state financing activities that provide consumers with access to funds for the purchase of AT devices and services were included in your approved state plan? | 1 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | Last resort - Activity |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 60 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 15 |
C. Total Served | 75 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 75 |
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 | 25 | $6,158 |
Hearing | 3 | $836 |
Speech communication | 0 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 1 | $130 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 15 | $6,223 |
Daily living | 23 | $6,552 |
Environmental adaptations | 2 | $267 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 3 | $1,045 |
Computers and related | 3 | $1,277 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
Total | 75 | $22,488 |
How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 1 |
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How would you describe this state financing activity? | AT Fabrication or AT Maker Program |
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County of Residence | Individuals Served |
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A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 79 |
B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 0 |
C. Total Served | 79 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 79 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
Type of AT Device / Service | Number Provided | Total Estimated Current Retail Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Devices Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
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Vision | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech communication | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily living | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and related | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 79 | $33,160 | $11,800 | $21,360 |
Total | 79 | $33,160 | $11,800 | $21,360 |
Anna Turner was preparing to welcome a new baby to her home. But in addition to the usual considerations of having a newborn in the house, she had an additional concern: What if she had a seizure when her husband was at work? Turner’s service dog, Vixen, responds to seizures, but sometimes when they happen Turner is unable to speak, so it’s hard to notify others if she needs additional assistance. She knew a service dog panic buttoncould help, but it was pricey. Fortunately, she also knew the Utah Assistive Technology Program offers small grants to help people with disabilities purchase AT devices who could not otherwise afford them. (Small grants of up to $500 may be awarded to Utahns who fit the income guidelines and do not have other funding options.) Turner received the small grant and purchased the device. It is designed so that the person experiencing a seizure can press the plate and activate the alert system. A service dog can also be trained to push the button with its nose. Once activated, the device alerts three designated people that she is experiencing a seizure. Turner has trained Vixen to use the panic button. She’s also tested the device. “It worked great,” she said. “It played the message.” The family recently welcomed their new baby girl, Anastasia. They have the assurance that if Turner needs some help after a seizure, she will get it—and so will Anastasia.
TREMONTON—The Larson family avoided taking trips together. For one thing, it was hard on 15-year-old Isaac, who uses a wheelchair. For another, it was hard on Penny, his mother, who tried to ignore the pain of a spinal condition as she lifted him in and out of their Subaru Legacy sedan. And then there were the usual sibling complaints that come with riding in cramped conditions. Last week, many of those problems were solved as they drove a van financed by the Utah Assistive Technology Program to a private concert by the a cappella group Eclipse 6. The Salt Lake City event was made possible by the Mascot Miracles Foundation. “It’s our first trip out and we’re elated,” Penny said. Isaac does not speak, but it’s obvious music is his thing. When it plays, “My boy just lights right up.” She was happy, too. “For the first time in years, there’s room in this vehicle,”she said. “It is so, so nice.” She was also spared the hassle of packing an old fold-up wheelchair into the Subaru. UATP partners with Zions Bank in offering reduced-interest loans to people who need assistive technology. There are no income restrictions. The loans of up to $50,000 can be used to finance many types of AT—hearing aids, home modifications, other devices not covered by insurance. UATP and Zions have worked together to successfully finance van loans.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 03 | 97 | 101 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 01 | 79 | 80 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 06 | 07 |
4. Subtotal | 02 | 04 | 182 | 188 |
5. None of the above | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
6. Subtotal | 03 | 04 | 183 | 190 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 03 | 04 | 183 | 190 |
9. Performance on this measure | 66.67% | 100% | 99.45% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 177 | 93.16% |
Satisfied | 13 | 6.84% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 190 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 24 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 521 |
C. Total | 545 |
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 | 545 |
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 | 03 | $240 | $40 | $200 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 15 | $7,020 | $170 | $6,850 |
Daily Living | 04 | $4,500 | $520 | $3,980 |
Environmental Adaptations | 03 | $1,850 | $30 | $1,820 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 01 | $200 | $50 | $150 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | $1,500 | $300 | $1,200 |
Total | 27 | $15,310 | $1,110 | $14,200 |
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 | 33 | $223 | $30 | $193 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 05 | $215 | $0 | $215 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 424 | $513,493 | $31,977 | $481,516 |
Daily Living | 69 | $5,982 | $580 | $5,402 |
Environmental Adaptations | 11 | $426 | $35 | $391 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 03 | $1,200 | $115 | $1,085 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | $1,500 | $200 | $1,300 |
Total | 546 | $523,039 | $32,937 | $490,102 |
Anjali obtained employment at The Pastry Pub in Cedar City. She was hired to take orders, and work the cash register. Anjali uses a manual wheelchair which was much lower than the cash register. Limited mobility made it difficult for her to transfer on a higher stool. Crystal Pyne from Crysalis sent in a referral to UCAT to see if we could find a stool that would raise her to the appropriate height. After some discussion, we determined a much better solution for her included a power wheelchair with an elevated seat to reach the work area. The Utah Assistive Technology Program had a gently used power wheelchair with an elevated seat that we were able to have adjusted to meet her measurements. The chair was delivered to Anjali at the Pastry Pub allowing her to trial it. It worked perfectly! This chair improved her overall mobility, allowed access to her work area and gave her more overall independence. The Pastry Pub has been so impressed with her, they gave her additional shifts.
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. | 13 | 00 | 188 | 201 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 07 | 01 | 55 | 63 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 08 | 04 | 129 | 141 |
4. Subtotal | 28 | 05 | 372 | 405 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 04 | 62 | 66 |
6. Subtotal | 28 | 09 | 434 | 471 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 09 | 65 | 74 |
8. Total | 28 | 18 | 499 | 545 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 27.78% | 74.55% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 508 | 93.21% |
Satisfied | 21 | 3.85% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 16 | 2.94% |
Total Surveyed | 545 | |
Response rate % | 97.06% |
We are not the major providers of those types of devices in Utah, so generally, the items we work with in those areas are cheaper.
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 56 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 08 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 64 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 02 |
Total | 130 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Individuals with Disabilities | 43 | 46 | 89 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 09 | 17 | 26 |
Representative of Education | 00 | 07 | 07 |
Representative of Employment | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 02 | 01 | 03 |
Representatives of Community Living | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 | 03 | 03 |
Total | 56 | 74 | 130 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 39 |
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Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
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Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
Vision | 00 | 03 | 03 |
Hearing | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Speech Communication | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 49 | 77 | 126 |
Daily Living | 06 | 02 | 08 |
Environmental Adaptations | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Computers and Related | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 59 | 82 | 141 |
I (Dan O'Crowley) had two different clients this last year who lived at home and were taken to the hospital. The ambulance did not grab their wheelchair (It makes sense; they were focused on more important things like keeping the person alive). To be released from the hospital, I was able to loan them a device so they could travel home using the bus system. Later, when I did my monthly route, I picked up the equipment I had loaned to them. Just another example of the extra headaches people with disabilities has to think about when living life. This was a short narrative from the AT coordinator. Utah's public transportation is still in the process of making it possible for everyone to have access. However, many older adults and people with disabilities experience difficulty when they have no family to support them.
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 | 04 | 03 | 41 | 48 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 00 | 04 | 05 |
Subtotal | 05 | 03 | 45 | 53 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 05 | 03 | 45 | 53 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
Total | 05 | 03 | 48 | 56 |
Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 06 | 03 | 28 | 37 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 02 | 00 | 09 | 11 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 08 | 01 | 14 | 23 |
4. Subtotal | 16 | 04 | 51 | 71 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
6. Subtotal | 16 | 04 | 52 | 72 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
8. Total | 16 | 04 | 54 | 74 |
9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 98.08% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 113 | 86.92% |
Satisfied | 05 | 3.85% |
Satisfied somewhat | 03 | 2.31% |
Not at all satisfied | 01 | 0.77% |
Nonrespondent | 08 | 6.15% |
Total Surveyed | 130 | |
Response rate % | 93.85% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 211 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 55 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 38 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 111 |
Daily Living | 63 |
Environmental Adaptations | 26 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 10 |
Computers and Related | 39 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 03 |
Total # of Device Demonstrations | 556 |
Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 528 | 34 | 562 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 18 | 74 | 92 |
Representatives of Education | 03 | 29 | 32 |
Representatives of Employment | 01 | 17 | 18 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 02 | 12 | 14 |
Representative of Community Living | 02 | 23 | 25 |
Representative of Technology | 02 | 82 | 84 |
Total | 556 | 271 | 827 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 99 |
Service Provider | 116 |
Vendor | 68 |
Repair Service | 09 |
Others | 20 |
Total | 312 |
Cameron Cressall in UATP's Uintah Basin location has been working with Precision Rehabilitation in Monticello to provide device demonstrations for therapists to show their tremor patients. "He's brought down a bucket of different tools, different weights," says Elynn Christiansen, an occupational therapist with Precision Rehabilitation. "The tremor stuff has been extremely helpful with the patients I have currently." Some of the weighted devices have allowed them to eat or write a check--things that they are not able to do otherwise. The devices have also helped them find affordable solutions. For example, a Liftware Steady starter kit is nearly $200, while weighted options are perhaps $20. "We start with the $20 set and if that doesn't work we can move up to the next step," Christiansen said. Cameron will give them notice that he is coming to Monticello, find out what they need, and bring the devices with him. He takes them back to UATP in Vernal on his next trip out.
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 | 65 | 31 | 386 | 482 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 07 | 00 | 51 | 58 |
Subtotal | 72 | 31 | 437 | 540 |
Have not made a decision | 08 | 00 | 08 | 16 |
Subtotal | 80 | 31 | 445 | 556 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 80 | 31 | 445 | 556 |
Performance on this measure | 90% | 100% | 98.2% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 679 | 82.1% |
Satisfied | 79 | 9.55% |
Satisfied somewhat | 45 | 5.44% |
Not at all satisfied | 02 | 0.24% |
Nonrespondent | 22 | 2.66% |
Total | 827 | |
Response rate % | 97.34% |
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. | 20 | 06 | 313 | 339 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 09 | 02 | 143 | 154 |
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 17 | 05 | 149 | 171 |
4. Subtotal | 46 | 13 | 605 | 664 |
5. None of the above | 01 | 04 | 64 | 69 |
6. Subtotal | 47 | 17 | 669 | 733 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 09 | 67 | 76 |
8. Total | 47 | 26 | 736 | 809 |
9. Performance on this measure | 61.7% | 30.77% | 62.13% | 61.09% |
ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
Met/Not Met | Not 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 | 69 | 34 | 427 | 530 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 08 | 00 | 55 | 63 |
Subtotal | 77 | 34 | 482 | 593 |
Have not made a decision | 08 | 00 | 08 | 16 |
Subtotal | 85 | 34 | 490 | 609 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
Total | 85 | 34 | 493 | 612 |
Performance on this measure | 90.59% | 100% | 98.37% | 97.37% |
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 | 96.90% | 95% | Met |
Response Rate | 97.28% | 90% | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 154 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 147 |
Representatives of Education | 12 |
Representatives of Employment | 07 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 33 |
Representatives of Community Living | 30 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 50 |
TOTAL | 433 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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406 | 27 | 00 | 433 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 212 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 105 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 37 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 62 |
Transition | 17 |
Total | 433 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
The training focused on mobility and speech devices to support the pediatric epilepsy community (over 100 family members, professionals, and community members) during summer was a highlight. AT funding was also introduced to how they can reach out to their specific AT programs to acquire devices. Families and service providers appreciated the devices and funding resources that were presented.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Dan O'Crowley, our Logan coordinator, has trained transition students from the Cache County School District's PEER program at the fabrication lab. The training includes learning how to use hand tools and power tools, as well as social skills while dealing with clients who come into the lab. He trained one student during the Spring semester 2022 (January through May) and three students during the Fall semester (August 2022 to present).
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Smart home devices were introduced to seniors in underserved communities; they learned about different devices and support (services and devices), which tend to be challenging for many. Amazon echo, Google home, and Apple devices accessibility were requested from them. Switching to a smartphone was challenging for seniors as technology evolved, so UATP helped set up the iPhone and downloaded apps to meet their needs (speech-to-text, large text, etc.)
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 22 |
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 19 |
No known outcome at this time | 18 |
Nonrespondent | 03 |
Total | 62 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 66.1% |
ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Not Met |
Education | 00% |
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Employment | 83% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00% |
Community Living | 17% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 00% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
UATP provides responsive technical assistance to community members, professionals, family of people with disabilities by responding to their unique needs in the form of phone calls and on-site training.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Young adults with disabilities participate in employment training to prepare for postsecondary education or a future career. UATP is asked to plan the training and collaborate with schools, related service providers, and families to provide the necessary support.
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. UATP launched a TikTok channel this year, with our social media specialist Clay Smith producing short videos on assistive technology that is available in our demonstration and loan library. These videos have reached thousands, with our most successful video reaching more than 4 million viewers! This platform has allowed us to promote new technology—particularly our new tremor devices—to people who might otherwise never hear of it.
2. This year, UATP received a boost in public awareness when the Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (the larger organization that we are a part of) celebrated its 50th anniversary. The larger organization’s awareness campaign allowed UATP to play a part in several advertisements: a radio ad campaign focused in the Uintah Basin highlighting our Vernal location; a print ad highlighting our Salt Lake City location; and a bus ad featuring our Logan location. In addition, Utah State University sent an official photographer to UATP to help with the publicity, and they later came back to do a photo essay for the university’s alumni magazine, highlighting the work of UATP in Logan and Salt Lake City. Taken together, these efforts reached more than 270,000 people.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 206 | 241 | 447 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 101 | 50 | 151 |
Representative of Education | 50 | 00 | 50 |
Representative of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 50 | 00 | 50 |
Representative of Community Living | 02 | 00 | 02 |
Representative of Technology | 50 | 00 | 50 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 459 | 291 | 750 |
Independent living centers, Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, AAAs, health organizations, school districts, and other organizations have sent consumers to utilize UATP service. Therefore, the partnership is crucial in bringing positive experiences for the consumers as there is less struggle for them to reach out to receive support.
Most of our referrals come from 6 independent living centers and 1 Area Agencies on Aging, five school districts, Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and projects within the Institute for Research, Policy, and Practice. About 10% of the total referral for I&A come from ILCs.
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?
The COVID-19 pandemic shut down visits to the physical offices of Utah's AAA, senior centers, and other facilities. As a result, shifting to online services was more complicated than it had been for other organizations. Having a partnership with Utah's Aging and Disability Resource Center (federal crisis funding was awarded), we helped upgrade the agencies' computers and equipment. Companion pets were popular among seniors because they were low maintenance but increased interaction in many areas (i.e., friends and family, personal well-being, etc.). In addition, we created step-by-step training for people with disabilities, family members, and representatives of education and community living on how to use 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.
As a result, more referrals are coming through independent living centers and other senior centers. But, of course, no one agency could perform all the work on its own; by building a positive trustful relationship, our interaction with the agencies continues to improve, and the consumers reach out more for our services. Understanding our limits is essential; Utah is a large state with limited personnel within the organizations, so it is hard to reach everyone in the state (mainly rural areas). Therefore, understanding where the organization is located and the capacity and willingness to collaborate make a massive difference in how we reach more individuals. Although this was a one-time event, hoping to continue to work with senior serving entities and veterans to support their needs.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Education; Employment; Community Participation and Integration; Recreation / Leisure; Health; Aging; Aging and Disability Network / No Wrong Door; Veterans; Information and Communication Technology / Remote Connectivity;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Information & Assistance; Public Awareness;
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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Public/State Agency | $30,393 | Public Awareness, I&A | True |
Public/State Agency | $30,000 | State Financing | True |
Federal | $11,513 | Device Loan | True |
State Appropriations | $25,000 | Training | True |
State Appropriations | $32,000 | Demonstration | True |
Federal | $12,304 | Technical Assistance | True |
State Appropriations | $5,000 | Technical Assistance | True |
Private | $16,298 | Demonstration | True |
Private | $4,040 | Reuse | True |
Public/State Agency | $13,977 | Public Awareness, I&A | True |
State Appropriations | $4,500 | Device Loan | True |
State Appropriations | $10,000 | Public Awareness, I&A | True |
State Appropriations | $31,936 | Reuse | True |
Public/State Agency | $16,460 | Reuse | True |
Amount: $243,421 |
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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