National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Michigan 2023
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 |
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| Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | No |
B. State Financing Activities that provide consumers with resources and services that result in the acquisition of AT devices and services
1. Overview of Activities Performed
| How many other state financing activities that provide consumers with access to funds for the purchase of AT devices and services were included in your approved state plan? | 1 |
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Activity 1
| How would you describe this state financing activity? | Other: |
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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) | 10 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 0 |
| C. Total Served | 10 |
| Performance Measure | |
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| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 10 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
3. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Funded
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Devices Funded | Value of AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 0 | $0 |
| Hearing | 0 | $0 |
| Speech communication | 1 | $329 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 6 | $320 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 3 | $220 |
| Daily living | 0 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 3 | $1,500 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 |
| Total | 13 | $2,369 |
C. State Financing Activities that Allow Consumers to Obtain AT at Reduced Cost
1. Overview of Activities Performed
| How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 0 |
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D. Anecdote
An autistic student had a demo and short term loan of a hammock chair for regulation in a previous fiscal year and had found the chair very helpful. The student asked if the chair could be available for them to use during school in the school's sensory room. MATP staff arranged for a private donation to fund two hammock chairs in the school's two sensory rooms for the student's use and use by other students in the school. The school principal wrote, "Thank you so much for your amazing donation to our sensory rooms! We have one up in the sensory room and placed another in our smaller room for our kindergarten sensory needs. They are perfect!" Students immediately reported liking and using the chairs and appreciating their back and forth motion which is preferred to the circular motion of other sensory swings by some children.
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 | 06 | 00 | 06 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 01 | 02 | 04 |
| 4. Subtotal | 01 | 07 | 02 | 10 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 07 | 02 | 10 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 07 | 02 | 10 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 10 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 10 | |
| 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 | 00 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 204 |
| C. Total | 204 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure because AT is provided to or on behalf of an entity that has an obligation to provide the AT such as schools under IDEA or VR agencies/clients. | 00 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 204 |
If a number is reported in D you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance
B. Device Exchange Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
C. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassignment and/or Open Ended Loan Activities
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Reassigned/Refurbished and Repaired | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold | Savings to Consumers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision | 38 | $1,496 | $0 | $1,496 |
| Hearing | 05 | $591 | $0 | $591 |
| Speech Communication | 01 | $75 | $0 | $75 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 04 | $359 | $0 | $359 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 04 | $311 | $0 | $311 |
| Daily Living | 85 | $3,144 | $0 | $3,144 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 06 | $895 | $0 | $895 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 01 | $400 | $0 | $400 |
| Computers and Related | 28 | $7,916 | $0 | $7,916 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 53 | $4,184 | $0 | $4,184 |
| Total | 225 | $19,371 | $0 | $19,371 |
D. Anecdote
MATP was approached by a Speech Therapist with Michigan's Early On Program asking for AT supports for Lennox, an 18 month old girl with a rare genetic condition that results in low muscle tone. Lennox was just learning how to sit with props. The Early On therapists were recommending a Special Tomato Soft Touch with Roller Base device to help Lennox participate in play, socializing, therapies, and eating. The therapist asked if the family could borrow the seating system while they worked on getting the device through their insurance. Early On, the school system, and the Education Lending Library Alt Shift could not loan or provide the needed device. MATP provided a device for open ended loan while the family pursued insurance funding. Now, Lennox is able to move around with her brother pushing her, play, and interact, and have an upright, safe posture while eating and participating in speech therapy. According to her speech therapist, this seat is "So huge a support for this family!"
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| 1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 03 | 06 | 180 | 189 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 07 | 07 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 02 | 05 | 07 |
| 4. Subtotal | 03 | 08 | 192 | 203 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 6. Subtotal | 03 | 08 | 193 | 204 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 03 | 08 | 193 | 204 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 99.48% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 196 | 96.08% |
| Satisfied | 08 | 3.92% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 204 | |
| 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) | 150 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 04 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 03 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 01 |
| Total | 158 |
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 | 136 | 00 | 136 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 14 | 00 | 14 |
| Representative of Education | 00 | 03 | 03 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representatives of Technology | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Total | 150 | 08 | 158 |
C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans
| Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 30 |
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D. Types of Devices Loaned
| Type of AT Device | Number of Devices | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Desicion-making | All other Purposes | Total | |
| Vision | 60 | 00 | 60 |
| Hearing | 03 | 00 | 03 |
| Speech Communication | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 08 | 07 | 15 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Daily Living | 149 | 02 | 151 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Computers and Related | 18 | 00 | 18 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 64 | 12 | 76 |
| Total | 305 | 21 | 326 |
E. Anecdote
Paul and Corrie approached the AT program when Corrie was 7 months pregnant. Paul is autistic and Corrie has cerebral palsy impacting her walking and use of one arm. Paul and Corrie requested demos and short term loans of devices to help them prepare for and care for their baby. MATP staff provided demos of devices for parenting including devices for carrying, transporting, feeding, holding, and washing the baby. Paul and Corrie borrowed several devices on short term loans including a smart speaker to play music, check the weather and control the lights. They then acquired several devices including the smart speaker, an accessible car seat, a raised baby bath, and feeding devices through reuse, open ended loans, and by purchasing themselves and receiving as gifts. Paul later wrote "By the way we are using everything--including the Amazon Echo. Corrie loves not having to worry about a spare hand to turn on the lights at night [when caring for the baby]."
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 | 02 | 02 | 137 | 141 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 09 | 09 |
| Subtotal | 02 | 02 | 146 | 150 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 02 | 02 | 146 | 150 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 02 | 02 | 146 | 150 |
| 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 | 07 | 07 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 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 | 07 | 08 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 01 | 00 | 07 | 08 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 01 | 00 | 07 | 08 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | NaN% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 134 | 84.81% |
| Satisfied | 24 | 15.19% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 158 | |
| 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 | 65 |
| Hearing | 08 |
| Speech Communication | 06 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 69 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 09 |
| Daily Living | 145 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 13 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 01 |
| Computers and Related | 47 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 441 |
| Total # of Device Demonstrations | 804 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 754 | 24 | 778 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 50 | 120 | 170 |
| Representatives of Education | 00 | 11 | 11 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 | 16 | 16 |
| Representative of Community Living | 00 | 34 | 34 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 804 | 206 | 1,010 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 59 |
| Service Provider | 31 |
| Vendor | 369 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 00 |
| Total | 459 |
D. Anecdote
Rachel, a woman with multiple sclerosis (MS) resulting in quadraplegia, was referred to MATP by her home care social worker. Rachel was looking for ways to use her phone, operate her television, and use the internet and streaming services. She had been using her tongue to operate her smartphone and relying on family members or staff to help her eat, access the television, explore and learn on the internet, send emails, and access music, recreation, shop, and other online services. MATP staff provided demonstrations of devices for eating assistance, voice control for her phone, and Alexa devices to control her television. Rachel also received a demo of a voice controlled tablet. Many of the devices worked really well for Rachel allowing her to independently operate her devices when and how she wanted. Rachel then chose to use an open ended loan for a Fire Cube, iPad with voice control, and an Alexa smart speaker. Now she can make calls, choose what she wants to watch on television, and get online to send and receive emails, take notes, shop, and more. Her social worker recently visited her and saw how much Rachel is now able to do using the items on open ended loan and said, "Thank you so much... I just talked to Rachel and I cannot believe all of the things she received and now she can answer her phone and change the channel with her voice and she has an iPad... I was just in awe and thank you so much for what you do. I can't believe what you have done for the two people I referred to your agency."
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 45 | 27 | 712 | 784 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 03 | 00 | 14 | 17 |
| Subtotal | 48 | 27 | 726 | 801 |
| Have not made a decision | 02 | 00 | 01 | 03 |
| Subtotal | 50 | 27 | 727 | 804 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 50 | 27 | 727 | 804 |
| Performance on this measure | 96% | 100% | 99.86% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 977 | 96.73% |
| Satisfied | 33 | 3.27% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 1,010 | |
| 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. | 03 | 12 | 187 | 202 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 01 | 00 | 07 | 08 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 01 | 03 | 07 | 11 |
| 4. Subtotal | 05 | 15 | 201 | 221 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 6. Subtotal | 05 | 15 | 202 | 222 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 05 | 15 | 202 | 222 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 80% | 80% | 96.04% | 94.59% |
| 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 | 47 | 29 | 849 | 925 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 03 | 00 | 23 | 26 |
| Subtotal | 50 | 29 | 872 | 951 |
| Have not made a decision | 02 | 00 | 01 | 03 |
| Subtotal | 52 | 29 | 873 | 954 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 52 | 29 | 873 | 954 |
| Performance on this measure | 96.15% | 100% | 99.89% | 99.69% |
| 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 | 531 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 123 |
| Representatives of Education | 181 |
| Representatives of Employment | 117 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 121 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 477 |
| Representatives of Technology | 13 |
| Unable to Categorize | 10 |
| TOTAL | 1,573 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,252 | 321 | 00 | 1,573 |
B. Training Topics
| Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 719 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 13 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 620 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 10 |
| Transition | 211 |
| Total | 1,573 |
C. Description of Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
MATP hosted a Tech Tuesday online Zoom training that also went live to Facebook entitled Disability Pride & AT in July, Disability Pride Month. The presentation covered disability identity and how AT is a part of that identity; ableism, internalized ableism, and Laura Hershey's You Get Proud by Practicing poem. MATP staff talked about their own AT use including white canes, power chair, apps, and the JAWs screen reader. Participants were able to learn about and grow their own disability pride and pride in their assistive technology and what it helps them do.
Briefly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
MATP staff presented a daylong training for transition-aged and younger students at the Madison Center of Wyandotte Public Schools. Trainings included AT for gaming, AT for art, AT for daily living, and AT for outdoor recreation as the students made plans for life after school, living in the community and pursuing their interests and hobbies.
Briefly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
MATP hosted a 3-session training for Michigan Disability Rights Coalition staff on hosting and promoting accessible in person and online trainings. Topics covered included accessible promotion materials, accessibly hosting online trainings (visual descriptions, handling chat/questions/polls, chat moderating) and materials for in person access.
D. IT/Telecommunications Training Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 10 |
| No known outcome at this time | 00 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 10 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 03% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 00% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 47% |
| Community Living | 50% |
| 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:
MATP Director Kellie Blackwell is a member of the local advisory council for Capital Area Transportation Authority. As such she provides technical assistance on accessibility of scheduling rides (beta testing the app) and reviewed documents for accessibility and readability.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
MATP Director Kellie Blackwell sits on the advisory board for Michigan Rehabilitation Services's STEMM UP-- (Science Technology Engineering Math Medicine) career collaboration with Michigan State University, Lousiana Rehabilitation Services, and Southern University-Baton Rouge to encourage people with disabilities to obtain careers in the STEMM field. Kellie has reviewed their curriculum in the learning management system to assure accessilibility and provided feedback on inclusion of accessible videos and documents/logo accessibility.
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. Together with Disability Network Northern Michigan, MATP staff developed a gaming group to learn about AT for gaming and to play accessible games online and in person. The group formed in October of 2022 and met regularly for more than a year. One meeting was in person where the group played physical games and used dice rollers, card holders, and other gaming AT. Other meetings were online and the group used accessibility features of games and gaming consoles/AT for gaming to participate. Each meeting had between 7-12 gamers with disabilities participating. Participants also connected socially decreasing isolation and increasing their connections to the disability and gaming community.
2. MATP staff attended an adaptive kayaking event at Interlochen State Park. Staff handed out MATP flyers, and did demos on ebikes, rock hunting AT, camping AT, and more. People attending learned about outdoor recreation AT and were able to try items out while promoting inclusive outdoor recreation.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 166 | 113 | 279 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 87 | 61 | 148 |
| Representative of Education | 10 | 07 | 17 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 26 | 32 | 58 |
| Representative of Community Living | 14 | 06 | 20 |
| Representative of Technology | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 304 | 219 | 523 |
Referral Types:
The majority of our referrals come through the MDRC/MATP website (almost 30%), 32% of referrals are unknown because staff are getting voicemail requests for information that they then provide by leaving on a voicemail with a resource. 9% of referrals are from print materials that people have received such as MATP brochures or lists of resources provided by partner agencies.
Referral Sources:
Awareness and outreach initiatives generated 46% of referral source groups. MATP staff used public health dollars to both build partnerships and awareness of MATP as a resource and to learn about resources to provide to people seeking access to AT. Approximately 30% of our referrals come through our website. The primary outreach for increasing referrals has been MATP staff participating in public awareness activities around areas of interest/AT including outdoor recreation, art, youth, education, aging in place, community living, and disability specific exhibitions.
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?
MATP Director Kellie Blackwell sits on the advisory board for Michigan Rehabilitation Services's STEMM UP-- (Science Technology Engineering Math Medicine) career collaboration with Michigan State University, Lousiana Rehabilitation Services, and Southern University-Baton Rouge to encourage people with disabilities to obtain careers in the STEMM field. Funded by the US Department of Education, STEMM-Up is a job readiness program. It prepares jobseekers with disabilities for careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine. The program combines learning modules, mentorship, job shadowing, and paid internships.
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 initiative is just beginning and starting to collect results. AT access for education and employment are key needs of jobseekers so AT will continue to be a component of this partnership. This is a 5 year initiative that is currently in its first year.
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Education; Employment; Transition(school to work or congregate care to community);
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Demonstration; Training; Technical Assistance;
Overview of State Improvement Activities
| State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting? | 00 |
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Additional And Leveraged Funds
A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities
| Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Data Reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal | $1,820 | State Financing | True |
| Private | $100 | State Financing | True |
| Private | $600 | Demonstration | True |
| State Appropriations | $120 | State Financing | True |
| Amount: $2,640 |
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).
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