National Assistive Technology Act Data System
Annual Progress Report - Full Report
Wyoming 2024
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 | 04 | 05 | 09 |
| Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Rejected | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| Total | 05 | 07 | 12 |
2. Income of Applicants to Whom Loans Were Made
| Lowest Income: | $43,000 | Highest Income: | $333,626 |
|---|
| Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| $1,127,742 | 09 | $125,305 |
| 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 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 06 | 09 |
| Percentage of Loans | 0% | 0% | 11.11% | 0% | 22.22% | 66.67% | 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 | 09 | 100% |
| With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
| With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
| Total | 09 | 100% |
| Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
| Partnership Loans | 09 | $142,204 |
| Total | 09 | $142,204 |
4. Interest Rates
| Lowest | 4% |
|---|---|
| Highest | 4% |
| Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | 09 | 4% |
| Interest Rate | Number of loans |
|---|---|
| 0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
| 2.1% to 4.0% | 09 |
| 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 | 09 |
5. Types and Dollar Amounts of AT Financed
| Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 00 | $0 |
| Hearing | 03 | $17,594 |
| Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
| Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
| Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
| Daily living | 02 | $40,000 |
| Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 04 | $84,610 |
| Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
| Total | 09 | $142,204 |
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) | 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 of Devices Funded | Value of AT Provided |
|---|---|---|
| Vision | 1 | $5,795 |
| 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 | 1 | $5,795 |
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 |
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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) | 1 |
| B. Non-Metro (RUCC 4-9) | 3 |
| C. Total Served | 4 |
| Performance Measure | |
|---|---|
| D. Excluded from Performance Measure | 0 |
| E. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 4 |
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 | 3 | $1,500 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Daily living | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Environmental adaptations | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle modification and transportation | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Computers and related | 2 | $50 | $0 | $50 |
| Recreation, sports, and leisure | 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | 5 | $1,550 | $0 | $1,550 |
D. Anecdote
A Wyoming family with a 12-year-old son who is a wheelchair user with multiple disabilities and is unable to stand or walk independently had been looking for a wheelchair-accessible van to transport their son out in the community. Due to the generosity of a private foundation and the Wyoming Technology Access Program (WyTAP), this family was able to purchase a wheelchair-accessible van.
WATR assisted a senior in Park County who is blind in obtaining a HIMS Braille Sense 6 telecommunication device through the Wyoming iCanConnect program as a long-term loan. This senior is thrilled with the device, which has significantly improved his daily activities and overall quality of life.
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 | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 04 | 00 | 02 | 06 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 00 | 00 | 05 | 05 |
| 4. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 09 | 14 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 04 | 01 | 09 | 14 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 04 | 01 | 09 | 14 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 14 | 100% |
| Satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 14 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
G. Notes:
The David Rodman Titcomb Foundation (DRTF) a private foundation provided funds to the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) and the Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) in the amount of $7500. $5000. of the grant proceeds were designated for recreational AT devices and $2500. was designated for home modifications to meet accessibility needs in Wyoming. The $2500. was administered through the Wyoming Technology Access Program (WyTAP) program, a WIND partnership with Wyoming Independent Living and First Interstate Bank.
Reutilization
A. Number of Recipients of Reused Devices
| Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
|---|---|
| A. Device Exchange | 01 |
| B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 70 |
| C. Total | 71 |
| 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 | 71 |
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 | 01 | $4,370 | $0 | $4,370 |
| 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 | 01 | $4,370 | $0 | $4,370 |
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 | 10 | $8,297 | $0 | $8,297 |
| Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Speech Communication | 10 | $6,458 | $10 | $6,448 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 14 | $1,195 | $30 | $1,165 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 23 | $14,173 | $0 | $14,173 |
| Daily Living | 11 | $1,405 | $10 | $1,395 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 02 | $100 | $0 | $100 |
| Computers and Related | 16 | $880 | $25 | $855 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 03 | $385 | $0 | $385 |
| Total | 89 | $32,893 | $75 | $32,818 |
D. Anecdote
Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) donated an iPad from our reuse program to a Park County mom to give to her son to communicate with family through a Child Resource Center (CRC). The CRC downloaded a communication app onto this iPad for the child to use. The family did not have the means to purchase a new iPad for home or otherwise. The family was excited that the child can now communicate with family in Mexico when they go visit someday. The family in Mexico has not been able to communicate with this child in the past, so a big milestone has been reached!
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. | 04 | 02 | 16 | 22 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 14 | 00 | 29 | 43 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 02 | 00 | 04 | 06 |
| 4. Subtotal | 20 | 02 | 49 | 71 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 20 | 02 | 49 | 71 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 20 | 02 | 49 | 71 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 65 | 91.55% |
| Satisfied | 04 | 5.63% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 02 | 2.82% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 71 | |
| 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) | 156 |
| Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 05 |
| Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 20 |
| Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 29 |
| Total | 210 |
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 | 134 | 18 | 152 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 05 | 08 | 13 |
| Representative of Education | 08 | 16 | 24 |
| Representative of Employment | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 04 | 01 | 05 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 04 | 02 | 06 |
| Representatives of Technology | 01 | 09 | 10 |
| Total | 156 | 54 | 210 |
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 | 35 | 34 | 69 |
| Hearing | 03 | 13 | 16 |
| Speech Communication | 92 | 24 | 116 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 22 | 65 | 87 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 04 | 24 | 28 |
| Daily Living | 39 | 27 | 66 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 | 05 | 05 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 84 | 28 | 112 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 01 | 00 | 01 |
| Total | 280 | 220 | 500 |
E. Anecdote
An Albany County resident borrowed Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources' Pride Mobility Go Go Elite Traveller 4-Wheel Scooter for a short-term loan. "Thank you for helping us get through a very difficult time, as my dad's mobility was very challenging post-surgery. Your program is excellent to work with!"
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 | 77 | 05 | 52 | 134 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 09 | 00 | 13 | 22 |
| Subtotal | 86 | 05 | 65 | 156 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 86 | 05 | 65 | 156 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 86 | 05 | 65 | 156 |
| 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 | 01 | 01 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 24 | 02 | 23 | 49 |
| 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 | 25 | 03 | 26 | 54 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 25 | 03 | 26 | 54 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 25 | 03 | 26 | 54 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
H. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 183 | 87.14% |
| Satisfied | 25 | 11.9% |
| Satisfied somewhat | 02 | 0.95% |
| Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
| Total Surveyed | 210 | |
| Response rate % | 100% |
I. Notes:
The David Rodman Titcomb Foundation (DRTF) a private foundation provided funds to the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) and the Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) in the amount of $7500. $5000. of the grant proceeds were designated for recreational AT devices. The recreational AT devices have been added to WATR short term device loan program.
Device Demonstration
A. Number of Device Demonstrations by Device Type
| Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
|---|---|
| Vision | 04 |
| Hearing | 02 |
| Speech Communication | 18 |
| Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 10 |
| Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 01 |
| Daily Living | 14 |
| Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
| Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
| Computers and Related | 31 |
| Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
| Total # of Device Demonstrations | 80 |
B. Types of Participants
| Type of Participant | Decision-Makers | Other Participants | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 54 | 04 | 58 |
| Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 09 | 13 | 22 |
| Representatives of Education | 05 | 21 | 26 |
| Representatives of Employment | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 | 06 | 06 |
| Representative of Community Living | 12 | 13 | 25 |
| Representative of Technology | 00 | 04 | 04 |
| Total | 80 | 62 | 142 |
C. Number of Referrals
| Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| Funding Source (non-AT program) | 01 |
| Service Provider | 02 |
| Vendor | 04 |
| Repair Service | 00 |
| Others | 06 |
| Total | 13 |
D. Anecdote
Ryan Rausch, OT at WATR, conducted a demonstration in the WATR lab for an Albany County resident with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The session focused on utilizing Otter AI, Glean, and a voice recorder to aid in memory support. They are collaborating with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation to explore live captioning software and voice recording options to enhance accessibility.
E. Performance Measures
| Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
| Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 28 | 06 | 45 | 79 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Subtotal | 28 | 06 | 46 | 80 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 28 | 06 | 46 | 80 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 28 | 06 | 46 | 80 |
| Performance on this measure | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
F. Customer Satisfaction
| Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Highly satisfied | 130 | 91.55% |
| Satisfied | 12 | 8.45% |
| 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. | 04 | 03 | 19 | 26 |
| 2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 42 | 02 | 54 | 98 |
| 3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long. | 03 | 01 | 11 | 15 |
| 4. Subtotal | 49 | 06 | 84 | 139 |
| 5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 6. Subtotal | 49 | 06 | 84 | 139 |
| 7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 8. Total | 49 | 06 | 84 | 139 |
| 9. Performance on this measure | 93.88% | 83.33% | 86.9% | 89.21% |
| 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 | 105 | 11 | 97 | 213 |
| Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 09 | 00 | 14 | 23 |
| Subtotal | 114 | 11 | 111 | 236 |
| Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Subtotal | 114 | 11 | 111 | 236 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Total | 114 | 11 | 111 | 236 |
| 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 | 99.08% | 95% | Met |
| Response Rate | 100% | 90% | Met |
Educational/Training Activities
A. Educational/Training Activity Participants: Number and Types of Participants; Geographical Distribution
| Type of Participant | Number |
|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 41 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 09 |
| Representatives of Education | 399 |
| Representatives of Employment | 04 |
| Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 38 |
| Representatives of Community Living | 88 |
| Representatives of Technology | 115 |
| Unable to Categorize | 00 |
| TOTAL | 694 |
| Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 254 | 233 | 207 | 694 |
B. Educational/Training Activity Topics
| Primary Topic of Educational/Training Activities | Participants |
|---|---|
| AT Products/Services | 477 |
| AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 00 |
| Combination of any/all of the above | 31 |
| Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 14 |
| Transition | 172 |
| Total | 694 |
C. Description of Educational/Training Activities
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance educational/training activity conducted during the reporting period:
Shelby Kappler, AT Prog. Spec. and Krista Zwieg, AT Proj. Coord., provided training to 17 students from the University of Wyoming EDEX 2484 Intro to Special Education course in the College of Education on WATR devices and services available to Wyoming residents. Comment: It was really cool to learn about all of the different AT devices and the WATR program. I saw a lot of devices that I never knew existed!
Briefly describe one educational/training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Terri Wofford, SLP presented to the UW ECHO in Autism and Positive Behavior Supports attendees virtually. This session discussed transition considerations for students of all ages who use assistive technology. Participants will be able to identify who should be involved in the AT Transition Plan, what should be included in the AT Transition Plan, and the importance of helping students develop AT self-advocacy skills. 22 were in attendance and were highly satisfied with the training.
Briefly describe one educational/training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
Shelby Kappler and Brittney Brigham of the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities Accessibility Committee provided training at the Wyoming Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities Developmental Disabilities (DD) Conference in Cheyenne, Wyoming on "How to Share Information with Everyone: Digital Accessibility Best Practices." Seven trainees were in attendance and all were highly satisfied with this presentation. Comment: I'm excited to continue to learn about accessibility and how it can be implemented in my work!
D. IT/Telecommunications Educational/Training Activity Performance Measure
| Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Educational/Training Activities Received | Number |
|---|---|
| IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 08 |
| Training or Technical Assistance will be developed or implemented | 02 |
| No known outcome at this time | 04 |
| Nonrespondent | 00 |
| Total | 14 |
| Performance Measure Percentage | 71.4% |
| ACL Target Percentage | 70% |
| Met/Not Met | Met |
E. Notes:
Technical Assistance
A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance
| Education | 81% |
|---|---|
| Employment | 01% |
| Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 03% |
| Community Living | 15% |
| 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:
A Teton County SLP received an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Tiered Assessment from Terri Wofford, SLP, for a client looking into trialing the Predictable and Proloquo4Text apps. Outcome: "My client has received the Proloquo4Text app through the St. Johns Hospital Foundation and is learning to use it to communicate more effectively with healthcare providers."
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
Terri Wofford, SLP, provided an AAC Tiered Assessment with an SLP and Teacher at Sheridan County School Dist. #2. Apps downloaded on an iPad for trial were AAC Evaluation Genie, TouchChat, ProgoQuo2Go, and LAMP WFL. Outcome: "Student has successfully obtained a personally owned speech-generating device for their transition out of school. Thank you for your support in this process."
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. The Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) and Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (WATR) Welcome Back to School packet was sent out to Principals and Special Education Directors throughout Wyoming in September. This packet included a welcome back to school letter from WATR, the WATR AT Considerations Coil Bound Book, and information from other programs within WIND such as fliers on UW ECHO in Student Health, UW Project ECHO Education Network, UW ECHO Orientation invite, and WIND's 30th Anniversary October activities. 401 packets were mailed out. As a result, many have reached out to WATR regarding our activities and trainings and have registered for the WIND trainings and activities.
2. Governor Mark Gordon signed the formal proclamation for Wyoming Assistive Technology Awareness Month at the Wyoming State Capitol Building in Cheyenne on May 16, 2024. This event was sponsored by the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities Assistive Technology Advisory Council. In attendance were AT users, AT Advisory Council members, and WATR and WIND staff. 13 were in attendance including Governor Gordon, 8 WIND AT Advisory Council members, and 4 WIND/WATR staff.
Information And Assistance
| Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals with Disabilities | 240 | 10 | 250 |
| Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 293 | 24 | 317 |
| Representative of Education | 822 | 79 | 901 |
| Representative of Employment | 39 | 03 | 42 |
| Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 253 | 47 | 300 |
| Representative of Community Living | 225 | 31 | 256 |
| Representative of Technology | 188 | 10 | 198 |
| Unable to Categorize | 483 | 18 | 501 |
| Total | 2,543 | 222 | 2,765 |
Referral Types:
Many individuals learn about our assistive technology (AT) program through our collaborations with the Project ECHO Networks and by participating in our bi-weekly virtual training sessions in ECHO in Assistive Technology, held in the Fall and Spring. This year, our partnerships with Child Development and Resource Centers have expanded, likely influenced by the WATR Augmentative and Alternative Communication Tiered Assessments and interactions at conferences and statewide events. Additionally, our ongoing relationships with Wyoming Independent Living, the Department of Workforce Services, and various school districts across the state have led to increased requests for device loans, demonstrations, and training.
Referral Sources:
Referrals from school districts and child development centers statewide highlight a growing need for assistance in assessing students and identifying suitable devices for trial use. Approximately 32% of our referrals originate from school districts, higher education programs, child development centers, and child resource centers. Additionally, about 21% come from individuals with disabilities, along with their family members or authorized representatives. 28% of referrals are sourced from partner organizations, including the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Wyoming Independent Living (WIL), and Goodwill Industries in Cheyenne. The remaining 19% are through state and national partners like the Wyoming Life Resource Center or through WATR's AT Ambassadors representing WATR at events throughout the state.
Notes:
Coordination/Collaboration and State Improvement Outcomes
Overview of Coordination/Collaboration Activities
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
| Additional Coordination/Collaboration activities | 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?
The WATR team collaborated with the WY state parks on an accessibility initiative. Several members of the WATR team, AT ambassadors, and AT council members participated in accessibility assessments at four state parks in the south west region of the state. This initiative is aimed at providing increased access to the park system for individuals with disabilities and will be beneficial to WY residents and tourists. Funding sources included: WY2301 ATSG; WY ATPH
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.
This partnership resulted in increased awareness of accessibility issues within the park system and recreational equipment used to increase access. The state park system purchased a track chair and beach chair for access through difficult terrain and can be used by patrons at several locations. The partnership was successful as it included professionals knowledgeable in ADA compliance within state parks, individuals with lived experience, and state park employees who were willing to embrace changes to increase accessibility. We plan to continue the project and expand to additional parks throughout the state as funding is available. Funding sources included: WY2301 ATSG; WY ATPH
3. What focus areas(s) were addressed by the initiative?
Community Participation and Integration; Recreation / Leisure;
4. What AT Act authorized activity(s) were addressed?
Information & Assistance; Public Awareness; 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 |
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| Public/State Agency | $107,200 | Technical Assistance | True |
| Private | $5,000 | Device Loan | True |
| Federal | $13,330 | Device Loan | True |
| Private | $2,500 | State Financing | True |
| Amount: $128,030 |
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.
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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.