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Maine 2025

General Information

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

State AT Program Title:

Maine CITE: Community Inclusion through TEchnology

State AT Program Title:

State AT Program URL

http:www.mainecite.org

Mailing Address:

46 University Dr

City:

Augusta

State:

Maine

Zip Code:

04330

Program Email:

info@maincecite.org

Phone:

207-621-3195

TTY:

Lead Agency

Agency Name:

University of Maine at Augusta

Mailing Address:

46 University Dr

City:

Augusta

State:

Maine

Zip Code:

04333

Program URL:

https://www.uma.edu

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:

Mailing Address:

City

State:

Zip Code:

Program URL:

Program Director and Other Contacts

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

Carlson, Leilani

Title:

Director

Phone:

207-523-9208

E-mail:

lcarlson@mainecite.org

Program Director at Lead Agency (last, first):

Carlson, Leilani

Title:

Director

Phone:

207-523-9208

E-mail:

lcarlson@mainecite.org

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

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than Program Director

Name (last, first):

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

Certifying Representative

Name (last, first):

Carlson, Leilani

Title:

Director

Phone:

207-523-9208

E-mail:

lcarlson@mainecite.org

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	00
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan	580
C. Total	580

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	580

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	Total Estimated Current Purchase Price	Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged	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

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

Device Reassign/Repair/Refurbish and/or OEL
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	02	$725	$0	$725
Hearing	00	$0	$0	$0
Speech Communication	04	$150	$0	$150
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	04	$230	$0	$230
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	318	$304,642	$12,358	$292,284
Daily Living	231	$28,566	$2,695	$25,871
Environmental Adaptations	27	$12,420	$195	$12,225
Vehicle Modification & Transportation	01	$530	$0	$530
Computers and Related	17	$1,740	$0	$1,740
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	05	$381	$40	$341
Total	609	$349,384	$15,288	$334,096

D. Anecdote

A consumer with limited income was able to use the Reuse program to get a wheelchair. They were grateful and stated "I am able to be home, without them I probably wouldn't be".

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	139	139
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	00	00	404	404
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	543	543
5. None of the above	00	00	37	37
6. Subtotal	00	00	580	580
7. Nonrespondent	00	00	00	00
8. Total	00	00	580	580
9. Performance on this measure	NaN%	NaN%	93.62%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	494	85.17%
Satisfied	00	0%
Satisfied somewhat	00	0%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	86	14.83%
Total Surveyed	580
Response rate %	85.17%

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)	479
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding	53
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation	340
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity	122
Total	994

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	72	146	218
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	214	213	427
Representative of Education	61	53	114
Representative of Employment	01	00	01
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	104	60	164
Representatives of Community Living	23	13	36
Representatives of Technology	04	30	34
Total	479	515	994

C. Length of Short-Term Device Loans

Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days	30

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	11	22	33
Hearing	29	27	56
Speech Communication	177	129	306
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	85	147	232
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	116	296	412
Daily Living	156	334	490
Environmental Adaptations	27	50	77
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	01	00	01
Computers and Related	93	53	146
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	19	09	28
Total	714	1,067	1,781

E. Anecdote

Amie reached out sharing that she was experiencing increased difficulty with use of her keyboard at her place of employment. Amie was interested in trialing keyboards or wrist cushions to support her ability to complete her work-based tasks while ensuring comfort and ergonomic positioning. Amie expressed, “Thank you so much for the assistance!” She felt that the keyboard that she borrowed worked well and her employer ordered one in order to support her comfort while working.

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	82	08	247	337
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	05	01	58	64
Subtotal	87	09	305	401
Have not made a decision	13	02	16	31
Subtotal	100	11	321	432
Nonrespondent	09	02	36	47
Total	109	13	357	479
Performance on this measure	87%	81.82%	95.02%

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.	27	02	137	166
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	15	06	254	275
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	02	00	03	05
4. Subtotal	44	08	394	446
5. None of the above	00	07	24	31
6. Subtotal	44	15	418	477
7. Nonrespondent	28	00	10	38
8. Total	72	15	428	515
9. Performance on this measure	82.32%	53.33%	94.26%

H. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	901	90.64%
Satisfied	13	1.31%
Satisfied somewhat	04	0.4%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	76	7.65%
Total Surveyed	994
Response rate %	92.35%

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	03
Hearing	11
Speech Communication	78
Learning, Cognition and Developmental	35
Mobility, Seating and Positioning	146
Daily Living	298
Environmental Adaptations	12
Vehicle Modification and Transportation	00
Computers and Related	14
Recreation, Sports and Leisure	108
Total # of Device Demonstrations	705

B. Types of Participants

Type of Participant	Decision-Makers	Other Participants	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	490	26	516
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives	155	140	295
Representatives of Education	11	24	35
Representatives of Employment	00	04	04
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation	44	17	61
Representative of Community Living	05	18	23
Representative of Technology	00	01	01
Total	705	230	935

C. Number of Referrals

Referrals
Type of Entity	Number of Referrals
Funding Source (non-AT program)	08
Service Provider	15
Vendor	49
Repair Service	00
Others	23
Total	95

D. Anecdote

Post stroke, NAME wanted to return to work and explored workstation options. After the demonstration, they sent a message: Another problem I have is the one-handed keyboard you lent me. It is made for left-handed-abled people. I would like to try a right-handed one if you can get it for me. It has been a pleasure working with CITE. I appreciate your service and responsiveness.

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	57	12	494	563
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	01	00	05	06
Subtotal	58	12	499	569
Have not made a decision	29	00	86	115
Subtotal	87	12	585	684
Nonrespondent	00	00	21	21
Total	87	12	606	705
Performance on this measure	66.67%	100%	82.34%

F. Customer Satisfaction

Satisfaction
Customer Rating of Services	Number of Customers	Percent
Highly satisfied	775	82.89%
Satisfied	148	15.83%
Satisfied somewhat	09	0.96%
Not at all satisfied	00	0%
Nonrespondent	03	0.32%
Total	935
Response rate %	99.68%

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.	27	02	276	305
2. AT was only available through the AT program.	15	06	658	679
3. AT was available through other programs, but the system was too complex or the wait time too long.	02	00	03	05
4. Subtotal	44	08	937	989
5. None of the above	00	07	61	68
6. Subtotal	44	15	998	1,057
7. Nonrespondent	28	00	10	38
8. Total	72	15	1,008	1,095
9. Performance on this measure	89.36%	53.33%	93.59%	92.83%
ACL Performance Measure				85%
Met/Not Met				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	139	20	741	900
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs	06	01	63	70
Subtotal	145	21	804	970
Have not made a decision	42	02	102	146
Subtotal	187	23	906	1,116
Nonrespondent	09	02	57	68
Total	196	25	963	1,184
Performance on this measure	77.54%	91.3%	86.73%	85.31%
ACL Performance Measure				90%
Met/Not Met				Not Met

Overall Satisfaction Rating

Customer Rating of Services	Percent	ACL Target	Met/Not Met
Highly satisfied and satisfied	99.45%	95%	Met
Response Rate	93.42%	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	48
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	22
Representatives of Education	258
Representatives of Employment	142
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	103
Representatives of Community Living	341
Representatives of Technology	97
Unable to Categorize	00
TOTAL	1,011

Geographic Distribution of Participants
Metro	Non Metro	Unknown	TOTAL
462	310	239	1,011

B. Educational/Training Activity Topics

Educational/Training Activities by Topic
Primary Topic of Educational/Training Activities	Participants
AT Products/Services	679
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice	00
Combination of any/all of the above	220
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access	112
Transition	00
Total	1,011

C. Description of Educational/Training Activities

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

As Maine moves toward more inclusive classroom settings for students with disabilities, there are many ways educators can make their classrooms and teaching practices more accessible to neurodiverse students. This presentation covers tips, tools, and best practices for creating a welcoming learning environment for all students, no matter how their brains work. Participants were encouraged to make small changes and begin thinking outside the box. They were also encouraged to incorporate UDL in their teaching practices to create a more inclusive learning environment. The presentation stressed the benefits of allowing all students to explore tools for access and learning to know what tools are available when they transition out of K-12 and into higher education/employment. After the training multiple special education directors wished to discuss in-person training options for their educators and staff.

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

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

This was a 40-minute Zoom presentation to the Maine DOE OSSIE group, specific to Math4ME “teachers of influence”. Request to talk about accessibility tools, communication devices, and accessibility ideas specific to math. This presentation introduced accessibility and assistive technology devices for students with disabilities: vision, hearing, cognitive, and motor barriers. Math specific AT solutions for students with those barriers were presented, including accessible math notation, math tools, UDL for math, and digital math tools available as apps. Feedback from the point of contact: I think it was a good overview – a little bit about a lot of ideas. I think this does give them a sprinkling of information that would then allow them to dig further or ask questions is they want more information. I really appreciate the math resources. I am hoping that we can model some of those during our summer in-person training. We look forward to seeing the presentation again. I always take away something new.

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	11
No known outcome at this time	24
Nonrespondent	65
Total	112
Performance Measure Percentage	20.5%
ACL Target Percentage	70%
Met/Not Met	Not Met

E. Notes:

While we did collect ICT performance measures from training events in early FY25, we inadvertently stopped collecting that data mid-year from the relevant trainings we provided for the remainder of FY25.

Technical Assistance

A. Frequency and Nature of Technical Assistance

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

B. Description of Technical Assistance

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

Maine CITE conducted an innovative, high-impact training for 28 members of UMA’s Academic Services Unit (ASU). The session utilized a cross-departmental approach, engaging staff from IT, Library Services, Faculty Development, AI Initiatives, and Learning Media Production. Participants completed modules on ADA compliance in higher education, neurodiversity, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and the role of AI in supporting students with disabilities. Interdisciplinary teams conducted intensive 35-minute peer discussions on seven diverse student disability profiles, followed by a one-hour facilitated plenary session to identify specific AT interventions and institutional supports. The training successfully bridged the gap between academic theory and practical AT application. 100% of participants reported increased competency in identifying AT solutions to enhance accessibility and student success across the university system.

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

Maine CITE conducted a high-impact AT immersion session for rural high school students with disabilities at the USM Gorham campus. The session focused on identifying AT solutions for the workplace and daily living. Participants engaged in hands-on evaluations of mobility, vision, sensory, and switch-access technologies. This outreach strengthened the students' capacity for self-advocacy and introduced them to state-funded resources (AT4Maine) essential for successful transition to the workforce.

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. Maine CITE conducted a high-impact, full-day outreach initiative at the Maine Homeschool Conference held at the Augusta Civic Center. The event served a diverse population of approximately 800 attendees. Public Awareness: Staff provided information on Assistive Technology (AT) and Maine CITE programs to a significant volume of participants. Engagement focused on increasing statewide awareness of AT solutions across the lifespan. Collaborative Support: In partnership with the Autism Society of Maine, Maine CITE facilitated a sensory break-out room. This provided essential accommodations for children with sensory processing needs, demonstrating the practical application of AT in public spaces. Service Utilization: Direct interactions resulted in numerous inquiries regarding the AT4Maine device lending library. Multiple parents and students identified specific AT needs and committed to utilizing the lending library for future device trials and evaluations. Interagency Networking: Maine CITE engaged in strategic networking with various state and community organizations to strengthen referral pathways and collaborative service delivery.

2. Maine CITE participated in the inaugural Maine Innovation Summit and Technology Expo in Portland, engaging with a broad spectrum of assistive technology (AT) stakeholders. The event served as a high-impact venue for promoting state leadership in AT and increasing public awareness of available resources.

Information And Assistance

Information And Assistance Activities by Recipient
Types of Recipients	AT Device/ Service	AT Funding	Total
Individuals with Disabilities	65	18	83
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives	38	12	50
Representative of Education	15	00	15
Representative of Employment	11	00	11
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation	30	08	38
Representative of Community Living	68	10	78
Representative of Technology	03	00	03
Unable to Categorize	00	00	00
Total	230	48	278

Referral Types:

In FY25, outreach opportunities were used to engage with people by having audience-specific AT devices in our displays. This enabled hands-on opportunities to learn about AT and related resources. Data indicated that 20% of the I&A came from outreach events. Also, word of mouth from prior customers was 14% of our referral sources.

Referral Sources:

We met with digital equity networks across the state to build awareness of Title 2 accessibility regulations. This opportunity increased our outreach to rural and aging populations and created new partnerships with advocacy groups, including transportation, digital equity, and aging resources. Almost 60% of our referrals came from non-metro locations.

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 worked with several State DOE programs within the Office of Special Services & Inclusive Education (OSSIE). Maie CITE presented in-person accessibility trainings and overview presentations about AT to create inclusive classroom settings.

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?

We have increased attendance to Accessible Content webinars by educators. And we have had increased requests for educators to borrow AT for students and teacher training events.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

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

Education,

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

Device Loan, Training,

Outreach was conducted with the Vocational Rehabilitation Agency *

Yes

Was collaboration implemented? *

Yes

Maine CITE delivered a comprehensive Assistive Technology (AT) training session for participants of the Maine Department of Labor’s Venturing into Independence and Building skills for Employment (VIBE) program. Held at the University of Southern Maine (USM) Gorham campus, this two-week residential program serves high school students with disabilities from rural communities across the state to facilitate transition to post-secondary education and employment.

Maine CITE facilitated interactive learning stations where 15 total participants (students and staff) engaged in device trials. Demonstrations spanned multiple AT categories, including: Mobility, Recreation, Vision, Sensory, and Alternative Access: Comprehensive informational materials were provided to students and VIBE staff to ensure continued engagement with Maine CITE services and the state lending library post-program.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

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

Education, Employment, Community Participation and Integration,

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

Device Loan, Demo, Information & Assistance,

Outreach was conducted with the Aging Agency *

Yes

Was collaboration implemented? *

Yes

Maine CITE delivered a comprehensive annual training series to all five of the state’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) to enhance the competency of aging-network professionals in Assistive Technology (AT) services. Utilizing a hybrid approach of in-person sessions and synchronous remote learning (Zoom), the program ensured participation from staff within outlying rural networks and specialized sub-programs, addressing geographic barriers to professional development. This included hands-on demonstrations of AT devices, providing staff with the tactile experience necessary to make informed recommendations to consumers. Sessions focused on the practical use of the AT4Maine lending process. The goal was to increase AT knowledge across the state’s aging services infrastructure.

By implementing targeted outreach that highlights practical Assistive Technology (AT) application scenarios and streamlines the device loan process, the program has realized increased referrals from Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). These referrals encompass a broad range of service requests, including: Connections to state and local AT resources and increased participation in the AT4Maine device lending and reuse programs. In collaboration with Spurwink ALLTECH, Maine CITE developed and implemented a comprehensive statewide AT Reuse Network List.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

https://spurwinkalltech.org/resources/

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

Housing/Home Automation, Community Participation and Integration, Recreation/Leisure, Health, Aging,

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

Device Loan, Reuse, Information & Assistance,

Outreach was conducted with the Medicaid Agency *

Yes

Was collaboration implemented? *

Yes

Early in FY25, we worked with the Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) as they started development of a screening tool to assist the AAA networks in making more effective referrals to statewide resources.

Several discussions were held before OADS placed this project on the shelf in early 2025. As a result of these discussions, Maine CITE continued to do outreach to AAA and share resources as part of the annual trainings.

2.a Please include URL for initiative if available

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

Aging, Aging and Disability Network/No Wrong Door,

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

Information & Assistance, Public Awareness,

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 supplemental Public Health Workforce grant funding to increase the number of positions within the disability and aging network for public health professionals. Please document below the cumulative status of these funds, FY22 through FY25, as a final closeout report.

The status of these funds at the end of the FY25 (September 30, 2025) is as follows: (Check one) We did not utilize this funding. (Do not complete this section.)
We expended all or some of this funding (Complete the section below)

Please report the total amount expended (drawn down and liquidated) from FY22 through FY25:

$80,000.00

Please check all position types that were supported with these funds over the period of FY22-25. This can be a direct employee or contractual position.

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

A staff member was hired at 1 FTE to perform outreach and provide information and assistance. This role has a focus on working with the Office of Aging and DIsability Services and the 5 regional Area Agencies of Aging to increase provider knowledge about AT and resources.

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).