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New Jersey 2024

General Information

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

State AT Program Title:

Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center of DRNJ

State AT Program Title:

State AT Program URL

https://www.at4nj.org

Mailing Address:

210 South Broad St 3rd Floor

City:

Trenton

State:

Zip Code:

08608

Program Email:

mmarotta@disabilityrightsnj.org

Phone:

800-922-7233

TTY:

609-633-7106

Lead Agency

Agency Name:

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development

Mailing Address:

1 John Fitch Plaza, PO Box 0398

City:

Trenton

State:

Zip Code:

08625

Program URL:

https://www.nj.gov/labor

Implementing Entity

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

Name of Implementing Agency:

Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center of DRNJ

Mailing Address:

210 South Broad St 3rd Floor

City

Trenton

State:

Zip Code:

08608

Program URL:

https://www.at4nj.org

Program Director and Other Contacts

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

Marotta, Michael

Title:

Director

Phone:

609-777-0185

E-mail:

mmarotta@disabilityrightsnj.org

Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):

Charyl Yarbrough

Title:

Acting Director DVRS, Assistant Commissioner EAS

Phone:

609-292-5987

E-mail:

charyl.yarbrough@dol.nj.gov

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

Marotta, Michael

Title:

Director

Phone:

609-777-0961

E-mail:

mmarotta@disabilityrightsnj.org

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):

Charyl Yarbrough

Title:

Acting Director DVRS, Assistant Commissioner EAS

Phone:

609-292-5987

E-mail:

charyl.yarbrough@dol.nj.gov

State Financing

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

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

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

1. Overview of Activities Performed

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

C. State Financing Activities that Allow Consumers to Obtain AT at Reduced Cost

1. Overview of Activities Performed

How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan?

D. Anecdote

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	00	00
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.	00	00	00	00
4. Subtotal	00	00	00	00
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	00	00
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	00	00
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	NaN%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	00	NaN%
Satisfied	00	NaN%
Satisfied somewhat	00	NaN%
Not at all satisfied	00	NaN%
Nonrespondent	00	NaN%
Total Surveyed	00
Response rate %	NaN%

G. Notes:

Reutilization

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

A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices

Activity	Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity
A. Device Exchange	1,737
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan	00
C. Total	1,737

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	1,737

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

B. Device Exchange Activities

Device Exchange
Type of AT Device	Number of Devices Exchanged	Total Estimated Current Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged	Savings to Consumers
Vision	02	$225	$75	$150
Hearing	01	$500	$0	$500
Speech Communication	00	$0	$0	$0
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	00	$0	$0	$0
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	5,935	$958,287	$319,429	$638,858
Daily Living	2,500	$209,871	$69,957	$139,914
Environmental Adaptations	1,893	$94,650	$30,288	$64,362
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	118	$12,837	$12,837	$0
Computers and Related	00	$0	$0	$0
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	246	$7,188	$2,396	$4,792
Total	10,695	$1,283,558	$434,982	$848,576

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

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
Type of AT Device	Total Estimated Current Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Sold	Savings to Consumers
Vision	$0	$0	$0
Hearing	$0	$0	$0
Speech Communication	$0	$0	$0
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	$0	$0	$0
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	$0	$0	$0
Daily Living	$0	$0	$0
Environmental Adaptations	$0	$0	$0
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	$0	$0	$0
Computers and Related	$0	$0	$0
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	$0	$0	$0
Total	$0	$0	$0

D. Anecdote

Provided a discount on a Quicki wheelchair and ROHO cushion to a consumer that was unable to get replacement from their insurance company Donated a ramp to a consumer for their house to allow wheelchair access. Donation of a portable wheeled shower chair for the Youth Justice project in Trenton. Donated a ramp to a consumer for their house to allow wheelchair access. Donation of a portable wheeled shower chair for the Youth Justice project in Trenton. .

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	895	895
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	00	00	347	347
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	00	00	495	495
4. Subtotal	00	00	1,737	1,737
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	1,737	1,737
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	1,737	1,737
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	100%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	1,420	81.75%
Satisfied	317	18.25%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total Surveyed	1,737
Response rate %	100%

G. Notes:

Device Loan

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

A. Short-Term Device Loans by Type of Purpose

Loans By Purpose
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan	Number
Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation)	128
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	00
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity	00
Total	128

B. Short-Term Device Loan by Type of Borrower

LOANS BY TYPE OF BORROWER
Type of Individual or Entity	Number of Device Borrowers
Type of Individual or Entity	Desicion-making	All other Purposes	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	46	00	46
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	20	00	20
Representative of Education	49	00	49
Representative of Employment	05	00	05
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	04	00	04
Representatives of Community Living	04	00	04
Representatives of Technology	00	00	00
Total	128	00	128

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days	21

D. Types of Devices Loaned

Types of Devices Loaned
Type of AT Device	Number of Devices
Type of AT Device	Desicion-making	All other Purposes	Total
Vision	07	00	07
Hearing	02	00	02
Speech Communication	75	00	75
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	28	00	28
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	01	00	01
Daily Living	05	00	05
Environmental Adaptations	00	00	00
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	00	00	00
Computers and Related	121	00	121
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	00	00	00
Total	239	00	239

E. Anecdote

A parent of an elementary aged student borrowed both the OrCam and C-Pen Reader. Both were used successfully and they expressed how helped it was to be able to try both a learn what they work well with and what they don’t work well with. Overall, they found the Orcam easiest to us.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

F. Access Performance Measures

Access Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	68	10	48	126
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	01	00	01	02
Subtotal	69	10	49	128
Have not made a decision	00	00	00	00
Subtotal	69	10	49	128
Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
Total	69	10	49	128
Performance on this measure	100%	100%	100%

G. Acquisition Performance Measures

Acquisition Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	00	00
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.	00	00	00	00
4. Subtotal	00	00	00	00
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	00	00
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	00	00
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	NaN%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	126	98.44%
Satisfied	02	1.56%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	00	0%
Total Surveyed	128
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	82
Hearing	07
Speech Communication	302
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	218
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	18
Daily Living	161
Environmental Adaptations	39
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	00
Computers and Related	272
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	24
Total # of Device Demonstrations	1,123

B. Types of Participants

Type of Participant	Decision-Makers	Other Participants	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	553	00	553
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	51	300	351
Representatives of Education	300	291	591
Representatives of Employment	30	02	32
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	97	02	99
Representative of Community Living	71	37	108
Representative of Technology	21	00	21
Total	1,123	632	1,755

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity	Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program)	382
Service Provider	124
Vendor	539
Repair Service	02
Others	06
Total	1,053

D. Anecdote

An adult with lower muscle tone received a demonstration of different ergonomic keyboards and mice to see if any would assist her with less fatigue while typing and using the mouse. She was also shown different free dictation programs. Through the demo, she found that she did not find the ergonomic keyboards/mice helpful, but did find gel wrist rests to help significantly, as well as the use of dictation to cut back on the amount of typing needed.

Impact Area Education Employment Community Living

E. Performance Measures

Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	488	67	475	1,030
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	21	05	32	58
Subtotal	509	72	507	1,088
Have not made a decision	20	06	09	35
Subtotal	529	78	516	1,123
Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
Total	529	78	516	1,123
Performance on this measure	96.22%	92.31%	98.26%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	1,447	82.45%
Satisfied	56	3.19%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	252	14.36%
Total	1,755
Response rate %	85.64%

G. Notes:

Overall Performance Measures

Overall Acquisition Performance Measure

Acquisition Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program.	00	00	895	895
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	00	00	347	347
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	00	00	495	495
4. Subtotal	00	00	1,737	1,737
5. None of the above	00	00	00	00
6. Subtotal	00	00	1,737	1,737
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	1,737	1,737
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	71.5%	71.5%
ACL Performance Measure				85%
Met/Not Met				Not Met

Overall Access Performance Measure

Access Performance Measures
Response	Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed			Total
Response	Education	Employment	Community Living	Total
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs	556	77	523	1,156
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	22	05	33	60
Subtotal	578	82	556	1,216
Have not made a decision	20	06	09	35
Subtotal	598	88	565	1,251
Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
Total	598	88	565	1,251
Performance on this measure	96.66%	93.18%	98.41%	97.2%
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	93.04%	90%	Met

Educational/Training Activities

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

Educational/Training Activities by Participant Type
Type of Participant	Number
Individuals with Disabilities	60
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	44
Representatives of Education	98
Representatives of Employment	13
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	20
Representatives of Community Living	28
Representatives of Technology	07
Unable to Categorize	3,927
TOTAL	4,197

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro	Non Metro	Unknown	TOTAL
00	00	4,197	4,197

B. Educational/Training Activity Topics

Educational/Training Activities by Topic
Primary Topic of Educational/Training Activities	Participants
AT Products/Services	4,081
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice	00
Combination of any/all of the above	00
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access	12
Transition	104
Total	4,197

C. Description of Educational/Training Activities

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

Worked with Senior Residents at the Trent Center located in Trenton NJ on setting up a Maker Space so that they can learn 3D printing and also to customize or make devices that are not commercial available or just too expensive to buy.

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

Presented to the Coordinators' Network - South Jersey group. It was not just high school staff. There were also some DVR counselors and employment specialists. But high school staff was really the majority. In addition did a number of presentations to special educators, SLP staff that the primary focus was on tranisiton

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

Did presentations on accessible materials and how just because it is digital does not make it accessible. Also, many presentations included content on the importance of accessible materials.

D. IT/Telecommunications Educational/Training Activity Performance Measure

IT/Telecommunications Educational/Training Activity Performance Measure
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Educational/Training Activities Received	Number
IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies	12
Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented	00
No known outcome at this time	00
Nonrespondent	00
Total	12
Performance Measure Percentage	100%
ACL Target Percentage	70%
Met/Not Met	Met

E. Notes:

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance by Recipient Type
Education	47%
Employment	20%
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	01%
Community Living	30%
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT)	02%
Total	100%

B. Description of Technical Assistance

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

We provided guidance on enhancing accessibility for the Office of Innovation’s Legal and Advocacy Resources page on nj.gov. Our assistance involved conducting a thorough accessibility audit of the page to identify potential barriers for individuals with disabilities. We worked closely with the Office of Innovation team to recommend best practices for web accessibility, including compliance with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). Our support included advising on the optimization of content structure, navigation, and multimedia elements to ensure a seamless and inclusive user experience for all visitors, regardless of their abilities. Additionally, we offered suggestions for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to maintain accessibility standards.

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

We provided comprehensive technical assistance in the design of a specialized computer lab for the MCCC Center for Adult Transition. Our team collaborated closely with center staff to assess the specific needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We suggested what may be appropriate hardware and software, ensuring accessibility features were integrated.

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. Held a 4-Day PODD training with a national certified PODD trainer Kelly Fonner. To learn to design & use PODD communication systems and see how this low tech method aids in helping nonverbal students have a method of communication that is more than just a one word communication. The 4 day course had 50 participants that will bring this communication system back to their organization and explain the benefits of the system and show how this can assist nonverbal students

2. Selected to participate in the 2004-2028 CITES 2 Cohort which will help spread awareness of how AT will benefit all students.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients	AT Device/ Service	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	112	112
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	73	73
Representative of Education	188	188
Representative of Employment	53	53
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	33	33
Representative of Community Living	565	565
Representative of Technology	06	06
Unable to Categorize	59	59
Total	1,089	1,089

Referral Types:

ATAC staff continue to attend a variety of outreach activities throughout the year. One of our most active outreach events continues to be the Abilities Expo which is a 3-day event in Edison each year and has over 1000 attendees. One of our project partners also presents a hand on technology showcase at the event which enables us to acquire many referrals. We have partnered with Rutgers University, NJAAW and other agencies on a variety of webinars that has helped with our outreach efforts and increased referrals to groups including Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Older Adults.

Referral Sources:

About 75% of the referrals we receive are from OT, speech therapist, special education teachers, and parents, from school districts throughout NJ looking for information on what type of AT may be good for their student/child Others information request are coming from their caregivers, individuals with disabilities DDD agency and other state agencies.

Notes:

Coordination/Collaboration and State Improvement Outcomes

Overview of Coordination/Collaboration Activities

Outreach was conducted with the State Education Agency *

Yes

Was collaboration implemented? *

Yes

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?

We partnered with the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) to conduct product demonstrations and outreach activities at their annual convention. Our team engaged with attendees to showcase innovative solutions and foster collaboration, providing valuable insights and information to support the professional development of educators across New Jersey. Through these demonstrations, we facilitated meaningful discussions, highlighting how our services and tools can enhance educational practices and support the diverse needs of students and educators.

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?

In collaboration with the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA), we conducted targeted product demonstrations and outreach at their annual convention, engaging over50 attendees. Our team presented practical solutions, showcasing how our services can enhance educational practices. Through these demonstrations, we facilitated over 50 meaningful interactions, providing valuable insights on how our tools can address the diverse needs of students and educators. This initiative contributed to raising awareness of our offerings and fostering potential partnerships with educators across New Jersey.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

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

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

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

Device Loan, Demo, Reuse, Training, Information & Assistance, Public Awareness,

Outreach was conducted with the Vocational Rehabilitation Agency *

Yes

Was collaboration implemented? *

Yes

We conducted comprehensive training sessions for Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) counselors, focusing on the critical role of Assistive Technology (AT) in enhancing employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Our training emphasized the various types of AT available and how they can be tailored to meet the specific needs of clients, improving their independence, productivity, and overall workplace success. By equipping DVR counselors with a deeper understanding of these tools, the sessions aimed to strengthen their ability to recommend and integrate appropriate AT solutions into individualized employment plans, ultimately supporting clients in achieving long-term career success.

We conducted a series of targeted training sessions for Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) counselors, focusing on the importance of Assistive Technology (AT) in supporting employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Over the course of 3 sessions, we engaged over 100 counselors, providing in-depth training on the types of AT available and how they can be effectively utilized to improve client independence, job performance, and workplace success.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

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

Employment, Veterans,

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

Device Loan, Demo, Reuse, Training,

Outreach was conducted with the Aging Agency *

Yes

Was collaboration implemented? *

Yes

We conducted a series of targeted training sessions at the Cherry Hill Library, specifically designed for senior citizens. These sessions focused on empowering participants with essential AT skills, including navigating what they already use with their phones and the built in accessibility, and introducing them to other apps and high and low tech solutions that would benefit them in the daily living. Our team tailored the content to address the unique needs of seniors, ensuring that the training was accessible, engaging, and relevant. By providing hands-on guidance and personalized support, we helped enhance their confidence and independence in using technology to access information, stay connected, and improve their overall quality of life.

We conducted a series of training sessions at the Cherry Hill Library for senior citizens, with a focus on enhancing their skills with the devices they already have and introducing them to other high and low tech option that would enhance their overall quality of life.Over the course of these sessions, we successfully trained seniors, with a focus on hands-on, personalized support to ensure maximum engagement and retention. Participants reported increased confidence in using technology and improved ability to access resources independently. The training not only empowered seniors to engage more effectively with digital tools but also fostered a sense of community and digital inclusion.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

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

Community Participation and Integration, Recreation/Leisure, Aging, Veterans, Information and Communication Technology/Remote Connectivity,

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

Device Loan, Demo, Reuse, Training, Public Awareness,

Outreach was conducted with the Medicaid Agency *

Why was outreach not conducted? *

We were unable to establish contact with the appropriate representative at the Medicaid Agency who expressed an interest in exploring a partnership with us.

Additional Coordination/Collaboration activities

Overview of State Improvement Activities

State improvement outcomes are not required. You may report up to two MAJOR state improvement outcomes for this reporting period. How many will you be reporting?

Additional And Leveraged Funds

A. Leveraged Funding for State Plan Activities

Fund Source	Amount	Use of Funds	Data Reported

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

B. Public Health Workforce Grant Award

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

The status of these funds at the end of the FY24 (September 30, 2024) is as follows: (Check one) We did not utilize this funding in FY22, FY23 or FY24
We already expended the full award amount and reported associated data in the FY22 and/or FY23 APR
We expended some OR all this funding in FY24 (please complete the section below)

Please report the amount expended (drawn down and liquidated) in this reporting period, FY24:

$35,000.00

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

Type of FTE Position	FTE Positions (0.01 to 9.99)
Assistive Technology Specialist	0.00
Information and Assistance Specialist	0.50
Outreach and Awareness Specialist	0.50
Training Specialist	0.00
Health Care Professional (includes PT, OT, SLP)	0.00
Accessibility Expert	0.00
Policy Expert	0.00
Technology Expert (Digital Divide, Mobile Tech)	0.00
Program Manager	0.00
Other positions needed to advance public health and prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVid-19 (describe with narrative field required)	0.00

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

During all presentations and outreach events, we discussed how AT has aided the elderly in their daily living activities. We were able to demonstrate a variety of high and low tech AT that benefited the elderly at various outreach events held specifically for the aging community. This increased people's knowledge and provided resources on how to obtain AT.

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).