National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Wyoming 2022
General Information
Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)
Lead Agency
Implementing Entity
Program Director and Other Contacts
Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director
Certifying Representative
State Financing
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | Yes |
| Area of Residence | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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| Approved Loan made | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Rejected | 02 | 03 | 05 |
| Total | 05 | 03 | 08 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $12,915 | Highest Income: | $42,600 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $74,403 | 03 | $24,801 |
| Income Ranges | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15,000 or Less |
$15,001- $30,000 |
$30,001- $45,000 |
$45,001- $60,000 |
$60,001- $75,000 |
$75,001 or More |
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| Number of Loans | 01 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| Percentage of Loans | 33.33% | 33.33% | 33.33% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% |
3. Loan Type
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
| Partnership Loans | ||
| Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| With interest buy-down only | 03 | 100% |
| With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 03 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Partnership Loans | 03 | $29,634 |
| Total | 03 | $29,634 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 4% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 4% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | 03 | 4% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 03 |
| 4.1% to 6.0% | 00 |
| 6.1% to 8.0% | 00 |
| 8.1% - 10.0% | 00 |
| 10.1%-12.0% | 00 |
| 12.1%-14.0% | 00 |
| 14.1% + | 00 |
| Total | 03 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 01 | $4,250 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 01 | $2,884 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 01 | $22,500 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 03 | $29,634 |
6. Defaults
| Number Loans in default | 00 |
|---|---|
| Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
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? | 1 |
|---|
Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Telecommunications equipment distribution |
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2. Geographic Distribution, Number of Individuals Who Acquired AT Devices and Services and Number for whom Performance Measure Data are Collected
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 0 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 2 |
| C. Total Served | 2 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 2 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded | Value of AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 2 | $691 |
| Hearing | 0 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 0 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 0 | $0 |
| Daily living | 0 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 0 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
| Total | 2 | $691 |
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? | 1 |
|---|
Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | AT Fabrication or AT Maker Program |
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2. Geographic Distribution and Number of Individuals Served
| County of Residence | Individuals Served |
|---|---|
| A. Metro (RUCC 1-3) | 0 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 1 |
| C. Total Served | 1 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 1 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
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 | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daily living | 26 | $156 | $0 | $156 |
| Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 26 | $156 | $0 | $156 |
D. Anecdote
A Laramie County resident used the Wyoming Technology Access Program (WyTAP) to fund a purchase of a Tobii PCEye, which is a compact eye tracker that enables people with physical disabilities to control a Windows computer with their eyes. They installed it on their home computer and are now able to type using eye movements. They are very happy they found the WyTAP loan program, as they were not able to fund this purchase through other means available to them.
A Natrona County resident with vision impairments purchased an OrCam MyEye Pro through the Wyoming Technology Access Program (WyTAP), as they could only afford to purchase this device through this program. This device is voice-activated and it attaches to your glasses. It can instantly read back to you the text from a book, smartphone screen, or any other surface such as a medicine bottle or a can of food. It can also recognize faces. The user can lead a more independent daily life. They commented that "This purchase worked out perfectly!"
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 02 | 03 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 4. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 05 | 06 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 05 | 06 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 00 | 05 | 06 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 06 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 06 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 02 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 46 |
| C. Total | 48 |
| 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. | 03 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 45 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance
These devcies were purchased by the school districts involved to meet the need of the student as stated in their IEP.
B. Device Exchange Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 02 | $4,000 | $0 | $4,000 |
| 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 | 01 | $7,000 | $0 | $7,000 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 03 | $11,000 | $0 | $11,000 |
C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 06 | $1,304 | $15 | $1,289 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 06 | $1,300 | $92 | $1,208 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 02 | $72 | $0 | $72 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 22 | $22,600 | $1 | $22,599 |
| Daily Living | 10 | $791 | $37 | $754 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 02 | $22,000 | $0 | $22,000 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $200 | $10 | $190 |
| Computers and Related | 02 | $1,549 | $5 | $1,544 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 08 | $1,118 | $0 | $1,118 |
| Total | 59 | $50,934 | $160 | $50,774 |
D. Anecdote
Ryan Rausch, WATR Co-Manager, facilitated a wheelchair ramp exchange between the Veteran's Rock, VFW in Cheyenne, and an individual with disabilities who lives in Cheyenne and had contacted WATR looking for a permanent ramp solution at their residence. They could only afford the ramp through this exchange. Ramps have become a more requested item in our reuse program.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 01 | 27 | 29 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 06 | 00 | 09 | 15 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 4. Subtotal | 08 | 01 | 36 | 45 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 08 | 01 | 36 | 45 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 08 | 01 | 36 | 45 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 46 | 95.83% |
| Satisfied | 02 | 4.17% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 48 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Device Loan
A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose
| Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
|---|---|
| Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 180 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 00 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 16 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 71 |
| Total | 267 |
B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower
| Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Individuals with Disabilities | 153 | 15 | 168 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 10 | 00 | 10 |
| Representative of Education | 12 | 65 | 77 |
| Representative of Employment | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 04 | 06 | 10 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Total | 180 | 87 | 267 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 42 |
|---|
D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 51 | 35 | 86 |
| Hearing | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Speech Communication | 105 | 79 | 184 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 43 | 47 | 90 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 09 | 04 | 13 |
| Daily Living | 23 | 12 | 35 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 02 | 04 | 06 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 103 | 69 | 172 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 336 | 252 | 588 |
E. Anecdote
A Park County resident borrowed an iPad for their child as part of a free tiered assessment with Terri Wofford, M.S., CCC-SLP. Communication apps Touch Chat HD with Word Power, Proloquo2Go, and LAMP Words for Life were installed on this iPad for trial purposes. "My child received their own dedicated device last week! WATR and Terri specifically, deserve HUGH kudos for this. Without Terri's expertise and involvement, and WATR providing the loaner and demo information, this would never have happened. You are all truly invaluable in what you provide!"
F. Access Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 69 | 11 | 51 | 131 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 16 | 06 | 27 | 49 |
| Subtotal | 85 | 17 | 78 | 180 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 85 | 17 | 78 | 180 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 85 | 17 | 78 | 180 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
G. Acquisition Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 75 | 01 | 06 | 82 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 4. Subtotal | 75 | 01 | 11 | 87 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 75 | 01 | 11 | 87 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 75 | 01 | 11 | 87 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 243 | 91.01% |
| Satisfied | 24 | 8.99% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 267 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
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 | 17 |
| Hearing | 02 |
| Speech Communication | 21 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 10 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 |
| Daily Living | 09 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 28 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 |
| Total # of Device Demonstrations | 88 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 60 | 02 | 62 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 06 | 12 | 18 |
| Representatives of Education | 11 | 25 | 36 |
| Representatives of Employment | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 03 | 02 | 05 |
| Representative of Community Living | 05 | 09 | 14 |
| Representative of Technology | 02 | 03 | 05 |
| Total | 88 | 54 | 142 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 10 |
| Service Provider | 15 |
| Vendor | 21 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 46 |
D. Anecdote
Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) is collaborating with the University of Wyoming/Wyoming Institute for Disabilities and Casper College's Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) program where OTA students provide in-person and virtual device demonstrations using WATR loaned devices in their Device Demonstration Labs for anyone of all ages needing demonstrations of assistive technology devices to use at home or work. Many demonstrations are done in person at the local Casper Senior Center. This is a great assistive technology learning experience for OTA students as well as a resource for the community. Casper College OTA Program provides WATR with demonstration data.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 24 | 22 | 39 | 85 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 01 | 00 | 02 | 03 |
| Subtotal | 25 | 22 | 41 | 88 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 25 | 22 | 41 | 88 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 25 | 22 | 41 | 88 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 131 | 92.25% |
| Satisfied | 11 | 7.75% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 142 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
Overall Performance Measures
Overall Acquisition Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 01 | 01 | 34 | 36 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 82 | 01 | 17 | 100 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 |
| 4. Subtotal | 84 | 02 | 52 | 138 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 84 | 02 | 52 | 138 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 84 | 02 | 52 | 138 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 98.81% | 100% | 98.08% | 98.55% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 85% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Access Performance Measure
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 93 | 33 | 90 | 216 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 17 | 06 | 29 | 52 |
| Subtotal | 110 | 39 | 119 | 268 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 110 | 39 | 119 | 268 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 110 | 39 | 119 | 268 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| ACL Performance Measure | 90% | |||
| Met/Not Met | Met | |||
Overall Satisfaction Rating
| Customer Rating of Services | Percent | ACL Target | Met/Not Met |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied and satisfied | 100% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Training
A. Training Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 47 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 45 |
| Representatives of Education | 724 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 65 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 01 |
| Representatives of Technology | 18 |
| Unable to Categorize | 03 |
| TOTAL | 903 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 580 | 257 | 903 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 449 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 147 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 14 |
| Transition | 293 |
| Total | 903 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Terri Wofford, Co-Manager of WATR and SLP, provided an in-person training at the Wyoming Native American Conference at Wyoming Central College in Riverton, Wyoming on August 4, 2022, on Horses and the Power of Communication. There were 30 attendees, and 16 of them joined virtually. Comments: "It would be so nice to see more hippotherapy around the state!", "I wish these programs were in these schools", and "More comprehensive results than I thought before this session. Excellent information!"
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
UW ECHO in Assistive Technology (AT) provides training and the sharing of best practices for educators and service providers to consider, implement, and evaluate the use of assistive technology to improve outcomes for students. Many of the ECHO in AT sessions are related to transition, whether that is in higher education, the workplace, or independent living. The ECHO in AT sessions take place bi-weekly on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MST om the spring and fall.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Shelby Kappler, Assistive Technology Specialist and Accessible Educational Materials Project Coordinator spoke to Dr. Michelle Jarman's Disability Studies Minor Class on making documents accessible and what accessibility resources are available to individuals with disabilities. 14 students were in attendance. IT and telecommunications practices will be improved or better implemented in the future to ensure accessibility.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 14 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 00 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 14 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 76% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 00% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 10% |
| Community Living | 14% |
| Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 00% |
| Total | 100% |
B. Description of Technical Assistance
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
Terri Wofford, SLP, provided technical assistance to an SLP in Albany County School District #1 through a tiered assessment (no fee) and a device loan for a Nova Chat 8 with ChatEditor Software installed. Terri also provided funding resources. Because of assistance, a speech-generating device was obtained for this child, a NovaChat 8, through private funding via insurance.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Terri Wofford, SLP, worked with a Teton county SLP working with a student at a child resource center. This student was transitioning into an elementary school. A speech-generating device was needed as part of this transition and Terri helped to provide resources and funding information. A QuickTalker Freestyle with Touch Chat HD was successfully funded through the family insurance.
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. May 3, 2022, was Wyoming Assistive Technology Awareness Month, a formal proclamation signing by Wyoming's Governor Mark Gordon and was held virtually through the Google Meets platform. 45 attendees witnessed the virtual signing. This proclamation is a way to bring attention to the importance of assistive technology and how residents can access services through Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR).
2. Wyoming Institute for Disabilities and Wyoming iCanConnect digital display campaign (Sept. 1 2021 to Jan. 7, 2022). Wyoming’s iCanConnect program provides communications technology free of charge to income-eligible people of all ages who have combined vision and hearing loss. There were 5,338 clicks which was 359.38% higher than the average industry clicks for this type of display campaign (1162 clicks). The click-thru rate was 2.88%, 829.03% higher than the average Google Display click-thru rate of .31% for this industry.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 277 | 04 | 281 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 275 | 19 | 294 |
| Representative of Education | 844 | 36 | 880 |
| Representative of Employment | 49 | 01 | 50 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 153 | 20 | 173 |
| Representative of Community Living | 131 | 07 | 138 |
| Representative of Technology | 132 | 19 | 151 |
| Unable to Categorize | 574 | 09 | 583 |
| Total | 2,435 | 115 | 2,550 |
Referral Types:
Hosting many booths at conferences, like the Wyoming Department of Health Community Care events which brings together community-based organizations, healthcare, and state programs as well as the Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference, the Week of Academic Vision for Excellence Conference, all help to increase awareness of the WATR program and information and assistance requests. The WyRamp Project is a collaboration between the Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources, Wyoming Life Resource Center, and Goshen County Senior Friendship Center, covering Lander, Laramie, and Torrington. This project is a temporary ramp loan program that will help Wyoming residents in Lander, Laramie, and Torrington while they are obtaining a permanent ramp. WATR is becoming known as a resource for ramp assistance which has increased our numbers.
Referral Sources:
Many referrals come from school districts and child development centers across the state looking for help assessing a child and finding the right device to trial with them. Approximately 35% of the total referrals come from school districts, child development centers, and child resource centers. About 22% of our referrals are individuals with disabilities and their family members or authorized representatives. Other referrals come from partners like the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Wyoming Independent Living (WIL), which mostly come from the Laramie and Cheyenne offices in the state, as well as the WyRAMP Project and iCanConnect Program.
Notes:
Coordination/Collaboration and State Improvement Outcomes
Overview of Coordination/Collaboration Activities
| Coordination/Collaboration activities are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR coordination/collaboration activities for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 1 |
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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?
Accessing one’s home for some residents who have problems with balance or who use a wheelchair, scooter, or walker is a major issue in Wyoming. Many homes in Wyoming are not equipped with ramps or zero-degree thresholds at their entrances. Steps are unsafe obstacles that may prevent a person from returning home after a hospital stay or possibly prevent a person from getting out into their community and ultimately impacting their quality of life. Responding to this critical and urgent need, the WyRamp Project was created. Covering Lander, Laramie, and Torrington, the WyRamp Project is a temporary ramp loan program that increases safety and access to Wyoming residents’ homes. The WyRamp Project provides short-term ramps, education and guidance in acquiring a permanent ramp when needed, and ramp resources at no cost. The WyRamp Project is a collaboration between the Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources, Wyoming Life Resource Center, and Goshen County Senior Friendship Center and was funded in part by the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation.
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 WyRamp Project has learned that this is a highly needed resource throughout Wyoming. While the three sites only reach surrounding areas, we are seeing a need for a ramp program in other communities. We have five people on the waitlist that reside outside of the three site service areas. Two of those on the waitlist live in Cheyenne, in addition, all of the veterans ramps that have been donated have come from Cheyenne. From this, it appears that identifying and recruiting a Cheyenne agency will be high priority. As we look to recruit other sites, we will rely on the many lessons learned from this initial startup year. We will work to refine our ramp loan program model. This will provide clear guidance and support for moving into other regions of Wyoming. We will build from our State to State Agency Contract with Wyoming Life Resource Center to help delineate activities and provide clear communication with new sites. We will utilize the existing online training course, WyRamp forms and surveys, and ramp installation knowledge to better guide and mentor future sites.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Employment; Housing / Home Automation; Community Participation and Integration; Health; Aging; Transition(school to work or congregate care to community); Veterans;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Device Loan; Reuse; State Financing; Information & Assistance; Public Awareness;
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? | 01 |
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B. State Improvements
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
May 2022 was Wyoming Assistive Technology Awareness Month, a formal proclamation signed by Wyoming's Governor Mark Gordon and was held virtually through the Google Meets platform. 45 attendees witnessed the virtual signing. This proclamation is a way to bring attention to the importance of assistive technology and how residents can access services through Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR). WATR did receive more information and assistance activity due to this proclamation.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
There were no written policies, practices, or procedures developed or implemented. However, attention was brought to the importance of assistive technology and access through Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR). In addition, the Wyoming AT Lemon Law, which is currently in development, will be brought to the attention of Wyoming legislators.
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Community Living
Additional And Leveraged Funds
| Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | Yes |
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A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
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| Public/State Agency | $2,250 | Demonstration | True |
| Private | $8,500 | Device Loan | True |
| Public/State Agency | $96,237 | Technical Assistance | True |
| Federal | $10,401 | Demonstration | True |
| Public/State Agency | $7,609 | Demonstration | True |
| Amount: $124,997 |
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 |
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All Section 4 AT Act grantees were awarded $80,000.00 in supplimental Public Health Workforce grant funding to increase the full-time equivalent (FTE) of staff withing the disability and aging network for public health professionals. Please document the status of these funds below. |
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C. Describe any unique issues with your data in this section (e.g., the reason why you were unable to report the number of individuals served with additional or leveraged funds).
None
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