Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include any State Financing? | Yes |
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Did your approved state plan for this reporting period include conducting a Financial Loan Program? | Yes |
Area of Residence | Total | ||
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Metro RUCC 1-3 |
Non-Metro RUCC 4-9 |
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Approved Loan made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Approved Not made | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Rejected | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Lowest Income: | $0 | Highest Income: | $0 |
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Sum of Incomes | Loans Made | Average Annual Income |
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$0 | 00 | $0 |
Income Ranges | Total | ||||||
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$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 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Percentage of Loans | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Percentage of loans |
---|---|---|
Revolving Loans | 00 | 0% |
Partnership Loans | 0% | |
Without interest buy-down or loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
With interest buy-down only | 00 | 0% |
With loan guarantee only | 00 | 0% |
With both interest buy-down and loan guarantee | 00 | 0% |
Total | 00 | 100% |
Type of Loan | Number of Loans | Dollar Value of Loans |
---|---|---|
Revolving Loans | 00 | $0 |
Partnership Loans | 00 | $0 |
Total | 00 | $0 |
Lowest | 0% |
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Highest | 0% |
Sum of Interest Rates | Number of Loans Made | Average Interest Rate |
---|---|---|
00 | 00 | 0% |
Interest Rate | Number of loans |
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0.0% to 2.0% | 00 |
2.1% to 4.0% | 00 |
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 | 00 |
Type of AT | Number of Devices Financed | Dollar Value of Loans |
---|---|---|
Vision | 00 | $0 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 |
Speech communication | 00 | $0 |
Learning, cognition, and developmental | 00 | $0 |
Mobility, seating and positioning | 00 | $0 |
Daily living | 00 | $0 |
Environmental adaptations | 00 | $0 |
Vehicle modification and transportation | 00 | $0 |
Computers and related | 00 | $0 |
Recreation, sports, and leisure | 00 | $0 |
Total | 00 | $0 |
Number Loans in default | 00 |
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Net loss for loans in default | $0 |
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? | 00 |
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How many state financing activities that allow consumers to obtain AT at a reduced cost were included in your approved state plan? | 00 |
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No loans were made this year so not anecdote is available.
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 | 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% |
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% |
No loans were made this fiscal year.
Activity | Number of Individuals Receiving a Device from Activity |
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A. Device Exchange | 00 |
B. Device Refurbish/Repair - Reassign and/or Open Ended Loan | 07 |
C. Total | 07 |
Performance Measure | |
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D. Device Exchange - Excluded from Performance Measure | 00 |
E. Reassignment/Refurbishment and Repair and Open Ended Loans - 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 |
F. Number of Individuals Included in Performance Measures | 07 |
If a number is reported in E you must provide a description of the reason the individuals are excluded from the performance measure:
(1) individual with a disability who was assisted through the re-utilization program with a posture walker by The CNMI AT Program is a client of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Type of AT Device | Number of Devices Exchanged | Total Estimated Current Purchase Price | Total Price for Which Device(s) Were Exchanged | Savings to Consumers |
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Vision | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Hearing | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Speech Communication | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Daily Living | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Vehicle Modification & Transportation | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Computers and Related | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total | 00 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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 |
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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 | 07 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
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 | 07 | $200 | $0 | $200 |
The CNMI Assistive Technology program through the device re-utilization program assisted (1) individual with a disability with Mobility Aids. The individual with a disability is employed and needed some form of device to assist her getting to and from work. The AT Program provided the individual a posture walker which was a donation and in good condition. The individual continued to use the device until she received a brand new posture walker from Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
1. Could only afford the AT through the AT program. | 00 | 00 | 07 | 07 |
2. AT was only available through the AT program. | 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 | 07 | 07 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 07 | 07 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 07 | 07 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Satisfied | 07 | 100% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 07 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Primary Purpose of Short-Term Device Loan | Number |
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Assist in decision-making (device trial or evaluation) | 24 |
Serve as loaner during service repair or while waiting for funding | 13 |
Provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time-limited event/situation | 05 |
Conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity | 00 |
Total | 42 |
Type of Individual or Entity | Number of Device Borrowers |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 28 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 10 |
Representative of Education | 02 |
Representative of Employment | 02 |
Representatives of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Total | 42 |
Length of Short-Term Device Loan in Days | 42 |
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Type of AT Device | Number |
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Vision | 00 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 00 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 35 |
Daily Living | 00 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 05 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 02 |
Total | 42 |
The CNMI Assistive Technology assisted (1) individual with a disability through the device loan program with a mobility device (scooter). The individual is not able to walk long distance to get to and from daily activities and doctors appointment. The individual after receiving her surgical procedure will need a standard wheelchair until such time she is able to walk independently.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 00 | 00 | 24 | 24 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 24 | 24 |
Have not made a decision | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 24 | 24 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 00 | 00 | 24 | 24 |
Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% |
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 | 18 | 18 |
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 | 18 | 18 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 18 | 18 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 18 | 18 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
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Highly satisfied | 02 | 4.76% |
Satisfied | 40 | 95.24% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total Surveyed | 42 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
Type of AT Device / Service | Number of Demonstrations of AT Devices / Services |
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Vision | 00 |
Hearing | 00 |
Speech Communication | 00 |
Learning, Cognition and Developmental | 00 |
Mobility, Seating and Positioning | 36 |
Daily Living | 00 |
Environmental Adaptations | 00 |
Vehicle Modification and Transportation | 00 |
Computers and Related | 06 |
Recreation, Sports and Leisure | 00 |
Total # of Devices Loaned | 42 |
Type of Participant | Number of Participants in Device Demonstrations |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 30 |
Family Members, Guardians, and Authorized Representatives | 10 |
Representatives of Education | 02 |
Representatives of Employment | 00 |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representative of Community Living | 00 |
Representative of Technology | 00 |
Total | 42 |
Type of Entity | Number of Referrals |
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Funding Source (non-AT program) | 20 |
Service Provider | 18 |
Vendor | 04 |
Repair Service | 00 |
Others | 00 |
Total | 42 |
The CNMI Assistive Technology Program conducted a demonstration to (1) family member with a disability who needed water and swimming therapy by using a Beach Wheelchair. The AT Program demonstrated to the family member how to dis-assemble and assemble the device, the functions and features of the device, and safety handling of the device. The individual with the disability continues to use the device for therapy sessions at the beach.
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 01 | 02 | 20 | 23 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 02 | 06 | 10 |
Subtotal | 03 | 04 | 26 | 33 |
Have not made a decision | 01 | 02 | 06 | 09 |
Subtotal | 04 | 06 | 32 | 42 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 04 | 06 | 32 | 42 |
Performance on this measure | 75% | 66.67% | 81.25% |
Customer Rating of Services | Number of Customers | Percent |
---|---|---|
Highly satisfied | 02 | 4.76% |
Satisfied | 40 | 95.24% |
Satisfied somewhat | 00 | 0% |
Not at all satisfied | 00 | 0% |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 0% |
Total | 42 | |
Response rate % | 100% |
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 | 25 | 25 |
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 | 25 | 25 |
5. None of the above | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
6. Subtotal | 00 | 00 | 25 | 25 |
7. Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
8. Total | 00 | 00 | 25 | 25 |
9. Performance on this measure | NaN% | NaN% | 100% | 100% |
ACL Performance Measure | 75% | 75% | 75% | 75% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Met | Met | Met |
Response | Primary Purpose for Which AT is Needed | Total | ||
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Education | Employment | Community Living | ||
Decided that AT device/service will meet needs | 01 | 02 | 44 | 47 |
Decided that an AT device/ service will not meet needs | 02 | 02 | 06 | 10 |
Subtotal | 03 | 04 | 50 | 57 |
Have not made a decision | 01 | 02 | 06 | 09 |
Subtotal | 04 | 06 | 56 | 66 |
Nonrespondent | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 04 | 06 | 56 | 66 |
Performance on this measure | 75% | 66.67% | 89.29% | 86.36% |
ACL Performance Measure | 70% | 70% | 70% | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met | Not Met | Met | Met |
Type of Participant | Number |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 180 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 00 |
Representatives of Education | 20 |
Representatives of Employment | 00 |
Rep Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 00 |
Representatives of Community Living | 00 |
Representatives of Technology | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 |
TOTAL | 200 |
Metro | Non Metro | Unknown | TOTAL |
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00 | 200 | 00 | 200 |
Primary Topic of Training | Participants |
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AT Products/Services | 20 |
AT Funding/Policy/ Practice | 10 |
Information Technology/Telecommunication Access | 10 |
Combination of any/all of the above | 80 |
Transition | 80 |
Total | 200 |
Describe innovative one high-impact assistance training activity conducted during the reporting period:
The CNMI Assistive Technology Program conducted a training to (1) individual with a disability on the Proloque2go app. The training consisted of learning the basic functions and features of the APP and learning how to create communication picture and words step by step. The individual was able to demonstrate her knowledge by creating communication skills using the App and its features.
Breifly describe one training activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
The CNMI Assistive Technology Program conducted training to (150) students with disability on the islands of Saipan, Tinian, and Rota high schools. The training topics were Assistive Technology and Post-Secondary Education and Assistive Technology and Apps for Employment. The training conducted was to developed students knowledge on several APPs that can be used for Post-Secondary Education and Apps for Employment when transitioning.
Breifly describe one training activity related to Information and Communication Technology accessibility:
The CNMI Assistive Technology program assisted (10) individuals with a disability who are also self-advocates in producing and creating a video on employment. These are persons with disability and Self-Advocates meeting with CNMI Policy Makers discussing their duties and responsibilities and advocating for accessibility in the workplace. The AT program assisted by adding captions to the video which will be posted on youtube and other social networks to promote employment and advocating.
Outcome/Result From IT/Telecommunications Training Received | Number |
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IT and Telecommunications Procurement or Dev Policies | 00 |
Training or Technique Assistance will be developed or implemented | 10 |
No known outcome at this time | 00 |
Nonrespondent | 00 |
Total | 10 |
Performance Measure Percentage | 100% |
RSA Target Percentage | 70% |
Met/Not Met | Met |
Education | 60% |
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Employment | 0% |
Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation | 40% |
Representative of Community Living | 0% |
Technology (IT, Telecom, AT) | 0% |
Total | 100% |
Describe Innovative one high-impact assistance activity that is not related to transition:
The CNMI Assistive Technology provided Technical Assistance to the Veteran’s Affairs Office on 2010 ADA Guidance on Accessible Parking and Entrances to (2) staffs of the VA who were preparing to re-design their offices and parking for accessibility.
Breifly describe one technical assistance activity related to transition conducted during the reporting period:
The CNMI Assistive Technology provided Technical Assistance to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation for (2) two post secondary students attending the Northern Marianas College who needed information about the functions and accessibility features on the device.
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 CNMI Assistive Technology Program has submitted informational articles and assistive technology advertisement to the Disability Watch Newsletters with (500) newsletters distributed to various disability organizations, agencies, and the community.
2. The CNMI Assistive Technology Program distributed (120) Assistive Technology informational brochures during the 2017 PRE-ETS conference held on the islands of Saipan, Rota, and Tinian to students with disabilities who attended and participated in the event. The CNMI Assistive Technology conducted a presentation to (18) students with disability from Tinian High School on how to advocate for Assistive Technology in the CNMI.
Types of Recipients | AT Device/ Service |
AT Funding | Total |
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Individuals with Disabilities | 178 | 58 | 236 |
Family Members, Guardians and Authorized Representatives | 30 | 10 | 40 |
Representative of Education | 24 | 06 | 30 |
Representative of Employment | 10 | 02 | 12 |
Representative of Health, Allied Health, and Rehabilitation | 10 | 04 | 14 |
Representative of Community Living | 08 | 04 | 12 |
Representative of Technology | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Unable to Categorize | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Total | 260 | 84 | 344 |
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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1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
1. In one or two sentences, describe the outcome. Be as specific as possible about exactly what changed during this reporting period as a result of the AT program's initiative.
2. In one or two sentences, describe the written policies, practices, and procedures that have been developed and implemented as a result of the AT program's initiative. Include information about how to obtain the full documents, such as a Web site address or e-mail address of a contact person, but do not include the full documents here. (If there are no written polices, practices and procedures, explain why.)
3. What was the primary area of impact for this state improvement outcome?
Did you have Additional and Leveraged Funding to Report? | No |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds |
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Fund Source | Amount | Use of Funds | Individuals Served | Other Outcome |
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