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Effectiveness of Assistive Technology and Environmental Interventions in Maintaining Independence and Reducing Home Care Costs for the Frail Elderly: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
William C. Mann, OTR, PhD; Kenneth J. Ottenbacher, OTR, PhD; Linda Fraas, OTR, MA; Machiko Tomita, PhD; Carl V. Granger, MD. Archives of Family Medicine. May/June 1999 v8, p210-217.Practical Guide to Universal Home Design: Convenience, Ease, and Livability: Remodeling, Building, Buying a Home (2010) -- Available formats: pdf rtf
Produced by the Iowa Program for Assistive Technology (IPAT), Center for Disabilities and Development, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.Prevention of falls in the elderly trial (PROFET): a randomised controlled trial (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Jacqueline Close, Margaret Ellis, Richard Hooper, Edward Glucksman, Stephen Jackson, Cameron Swift. The Lancet. Jan 9, 1999 v353 i9147 p93(1).Services to Preschool Children with Disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
This is the Volume 13 number 3 Winter 2009-2010 issue of the AT Advocate which details what services and funding are available for young children under IDEA.The Great Efficacy of Personal and Equipment Assistance in Reducing Disability (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
Lois M. Verbrugge, PhD, MPH, Catherine Rennert, MD, MPH, and Jennifer H. Madans, PhD. American Journal of Public Health. March 1997, v87 no3 p384-392.Work, Assistive Technology and Transition-Aged Youth (2009) -- Available formats: word
This publication from Neighborhood Legal Services looks at funding sources for AT as youth transition to work and post-secondary activities.Sample Documents
Flyer for Assistive Technology In Long Term Care - Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Sample flyer to market workshop.Resource List for Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Resources to accompany workshop.CReATE Service Fee Form (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This form is used by the Utah AT Reuse Program to charge fees for service. Part of the Fee-for-Service teleconference October 29, 2009Alternative Funding System: Assistive Technology Act Program of Colorado (2006) -- Available formats: ppt
Describes the funding database used in Colorado. Includes screen shotsFAAST Funding Sources Database (2006) -- Available formats: ppt
Describes the Florida database for funding sources in that state. Includes screen shots of the web site.Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great Resource Packet (2006) -- Available formats: word
This Resource Packet accompanies the teleconference on Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great. It has sample forms, sample correspondence, and checklists related to recruiting and retaining your advisory council.Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers (2006) -- Available formats: mp3 rtf
Conference call held in May 2006 on "Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers".Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers - Illinois’ AT Demonstration Center (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
Sample documents provided by the Illinois AT Demonstration Center on Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers.Status of Feasibility Studies (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This final call in the series allowed the participants to provide updates on the status of their feasibility studies. States shared the recommendations from their studies and future next stepsWeb-based AT Funding Resources Data Systems Teleconference - MP3 (2006) -- Available formats: mp3
Audio for Web-based AT Funding Resources Data Systems TeleconferenceToolkits
Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great Resource Packet (2006) -- Available formats: word
This Resource Packet accompanies the teleconference on Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great. It has sample forms, sample correspondence, and checklists related to recruiting and retaining your advisory council.Marketing Materials
Flyer for Assistive Technology In Long Term Care - Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Sample flyer to market workshop.AT @ Work: What is YOUR Value to Business? Part 1 of 2 - July 16, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Joan Kester from the George Washington University conducted a presentation that provided information on the landscape of employment affecting people with disabilities and how to analyze the needs of employers in your area. During the webinar, participants had an opportunity to discuss strategies to expand their employer base and define their value to business. This is the powerpoint of the presentation.Building Sustainable Business Partnerships – Part 2 of 2 - August 27, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Joan Kester from the George Washington University discussed the importance of building partnerships with employers and identify ways to refine your approach when contacting employers. In today’s climate, it is essential to view employers as customers and to paint a clear picture of what AT professionals offer business partners. During the webinar/teleconference, participants had the opportunity to discuss strategies to build sustainable partnerships, customize your approach, and work smarter—not harder by connecting with other organizations. This is the powerpoint of the presentation.Pennsylvania AT @ Work Training Materials, May 14, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: mp3 rtf
Amy Goldman and Ann Dolloff from Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT), and Jennifer Garman of the Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania presented information on their collaborative approach within the employment network that they developed to promote assistive technology in the workplace through outreach, training, and technical assistance. This call was a follow up from the 2009 AT Act Annual Conference session on the AT Collaborative where more detailed information on the employment collaborative with a focus on the “AT@Work” training package that is used during the Train-the-Trainer trainings throughout their state was shared.Rural Statewideness Mobile Demonstrations Teleconference – January 15, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
NATTAP hosted the second affinity call for programs to discuss their outreach to Rural populations on the set up of portable and mobile demonstration centers. Roger Levy, of the Texas Technology Access Program and Kevin Wright, of the Tennessee Technology Access Program, presented information on how their programs established these demonstration centers and share strategies for Statewide programs to consider in the development of a mobile/portable demonstration in their state as well as the challenges associated with the maintenance of a mobile/portable demonstration center.Rural Statewideness - Audio of Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: mp3
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.Rural Statewideness - Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: rtf
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.Rural Statewideness Marketing Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.Establishing an AT Awareness Program (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
During this session statewide programs discussed strategies that they have used to promote awareness of AT through events, such as awareness weeks and months.Populating Device Exchange Sites (2007) -- Available formats: rtf
Teleconference on how to populate your device exchange website. Speakers included: Arlene Lugo-Connecticut, Kathy Adams - Maine, and Kristi Barber - Indiana.Using 211 Systems for AT-Related Information and Referral (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
This session describe how community information and referral systems can increase the awareness of the services AT Act programs provide.Training Materials
Quality Indicators for Device Loan Teleconference - March 15, 2012 (2012) -- Available formats: ppt mp3 word
This teleconference discussed best practices and resources that can help your program in providing device loan services in your state. Carol Girt (Indiana) and Lynette Strode (Illinois) led the discussion and help to answer questions.Early Intervention Initiatives in Assistive Technology - July 15, 2010 - Powerpoint (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
This presentation describes the Colorado statewide AT program that provides services to young children. It describes the consultant network, the training, the loan bank, and plans for the future. Goals for the upcoming year include increase the numbers served, enhancing branding and marketing of the program, and expanding the training available to the providers in the state.Effectiveness of Assistive Technology and Environmental Interventions in Maintaining Independence and Reducing Home Care Costs for the Frail Elderly: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
William C. Mann, OTR, PhD; Kenneth J. Ottenbacher, OTR, PhD; Linda Fraas, OTR, MA; Machiko Tomita, PhD; Carl V. Granger, MD. Archives of Family Medicine. May/June 1999 v8, p210-217.Flyer for Assistive Technology In Long Term Care - Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Sample flyer to market workshop.Practical Guide to Universal Home Design: Convenience, Ease, and Livability: Remodeling, Building, Buying a Home (2010) -- Available formats: pdf rtf
Produced by the Iowa Program for Assistive Technology (IPAT), Center for Disabilities and Development, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.Prevention of falls in the elderly trial (PROFET): a randomised controlled trial (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Jacqueline Close, Margaret Ellis, Richard Hooper, Edward Glucksman, Stephen Jackson, Cameron Swift. The Lancet. Jan 9, 1999 v353 i9147 p93(1).Resource List for Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Resources to accompany workshop.Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Presentation (2010) -- Available formats: rtf ppt
This presentation describes a training curriculum that promotes awareness of low tech items.The Great Efficacy of Personal and Equipment Assistance in Reducing Disability (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
Lois M. Verbrugge, PhD, MPH, Catherine Rennert, MD, MPH, and Jennifer H. Madans, PhD. American Journal of Public Health. March 1997, v87 no3 p384-392.Training to Keep Seniors in their Homes – Thursday, January 21, 2010 Transcript (2010) -- Available formats: rtf external
Aimee Sterk from the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition, Jane Gay from the Iowa Program for Assistive Technology, Sandra Root-Elledge from the WIND Assistive Technology Resources, and Deb Fleming from the Wyoming Geriatric Education Center will share information on how their program has provided specialized training to consumers about assistive technology and the importance of the role can play in helping seniors to independently remain in their communities. There are many handouts for this presentation.Pennsylvania AT @ Work Training Materials, May 14, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: mp3 rtf
Amy Goldman and Ann Dolloff from Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT), and Jennifer Garman of the Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania presented information on their collaborative approach within the employment network that they developed to promote assistive technology in the workplace through outreach, training, and technical assistance. This call was a follow up from the 2009 AT Act Annual Conference session on the AT Collaborative where more detailed information on the employment collaborative with a focus on the “AT@Work” training package that is used during the Train-the-Trainer trainings throughout their state was shared.Direct and Indirect Costs (2007) -- Available formats: word
This document is a transcript from a 2007 conference call with RSA explaining direct and indirect costs for statewide AT Act programs.Profile
Early Intervention Initiatives in Assistive Technology - July 15, 2010 - Transcript (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Brian Burne and Maureen Melonis of Assistive Technology Partners, University of Colorado shared information on the network of early intervention (EI) providers who have gone through training with AT Partners in order to serve as a resource for their local EI community. Beth Heyd of the Westchester Institute for Human Development with New York State TRAID Center also provided information on the long term collaboration with the counties in their region to provide an early intervention device demonstration and loan program.EPSDT & AT - May 13, 2010 Powerpoint (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
Diana Straube presents information about the Medicaid Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment Program (EPSDT). She describes the main components of the program, what DME is covered and what AT services can be covered. Also included are two case studies.CReATE Fee for Services (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Heather Young and Alma Burgess from the Utah Assistive Technology Program shared information on how their program has implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilitiesFee for Service Teleconference Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: rtf ppt
Tammy Koger from the North Carolina AT Act Program shared information on how NC has implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilities. This presentation provides information about the NC administrative code, the fees charged, and the type of services provided.Rural Statewideness - Teleconference – January 15, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
NATTAP hosted the second affinity call for programs to discuss their outreach to Rural populations on the set up of portable and mobile demonstration centers. Roger Levy, of the Texas Technology Access Program and Kevin Wright, of the Tennessee Technology Access Program, presented information on how their programs established their demonstration centers and shareed strategies for Statewide programs to consider in the development of a mobile/portable demonstration in their state as well as the challenges associated with the maintenance of a mobile/portable demonstration center.Rural Statewideness - Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: rtf
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.Legislation
AT Act One Year Anniversary Conference Call, October 25, 2005 - Transcript (2005) -- Available formats: rtf
This teleconference celebrated the one-year accomplishments of the AT Act. Transcript.Essential Documents
EDGAR 74.24 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Excerpts from EDGAR regarding accounting for fee- for-service activities.EDGAR 74.24 - Fee for Service (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This document spell out what is allowed when providing servicesfor fees.Teleconferences
AT AFP Grant Competition Information Call - August 21, 2014 (2014) -- Available formats: mp3
The RESNA Catalyst project and Rob Groenendaal from RSA hosted a Q&A call on the new AT AFP grant competition. The general guidelines were discussed and specific questions from interested parties were answered.WIOA Information call - August 5 2014 (2014) -- Available formats: mp3
Rob Groenendaal from RSA presented on a call to discuss the recent passage of the new Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) legislation and answered questions on how this may impact the statewide programs.WIOA Information call - August 7 2014 (2014) -- Available formats: mp3
Rob Groenendaal from RSA presented on a call to discuss the recent passage of the new Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) legislation and answered questions on how this may impact the alternative financing programs.New Statewide AT Directors Conference Call – February 2, 2012 (2012) -- Available formats: mp3
MP3 of the new statewide AT Directors call on February 2, 2012, which focuses on Module Six (Data) from the New Statewide AT Directors Orientation Curriculum. Diane Golden with the Center for Assistive Technology Act Data Assistance (CATADA), joined the group to help answer data questions.Quality Indicators for Device Demonstration Teleconference – April 12, 2012 (2012) -- Available formats: word ppt mp3
This teleconference discussed best practices and resources that can help your program in providing device demonstration services in your state. Jamie Hayhurst (West Virginia), Kevin R. Wright, and Sarah Mak (Tennessee) led the discussion and answered questions.Quality Indicators for Device Loan Teleconference - March 15, 2012 (2012) -- Available formats: ppt mp3 word
This teleconference discussed best practices and resources that can help your program in providing device loan services in your state. Carol Girt (Indiana) and Lynette Strode (Illinois) led the discussion and help to answer questions.AT for Employment Work Group Meeting Call Notes - November 17, 2011 (word) (2011) -- Available formats: word
These notes and information are from the third AT for Employment Work Group Meeting Call-November 17, 2011.Developing a Promotion Plan - Wednesday, February 9, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: rtf
Worksheets on key promotion and advertising. Worksheets on key influencersDeveloping State Plans Teleconference-January 12, 2012-Transcript, MP3, and OSATP State Plan Template (2011) -- Available formats: external
Developing State Plans Teleconference-Thursday, January 12, 2012 Rob Groenendaal and Brian Bard from RSA discussed State Plan requirements and timelines, and Project Directors Sachin Pavithran (UT) and Alan Knue (WA) talked about how each of their Projects approach developing the State Plan.How to Liquidate Formula Funds Teleconference - Thursday, August 18, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: mp3
Brian Bard and Rob Groenendaal from RSA provide information about a new process for obligating and liquidating formula grant funds for statewide programs, with particular attention on the procedure for late liquidations.Identifying Target Markets and Analyzing Distribution Channels - Worksheets for January 12, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: rtf
Worksheets on identifying your target markets, conducting focus groups and reaching your target markets.MP3-Introducing the SF 425 – Financial Reporting Instrument - December 8, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: mp3
Part 2 - Identifying Target Markets and Analyzing Distribution Channels - January 12, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Mary Virtue of Cornerstone Consultants guides programs to look at their various markets and how to best reach them. Programs will look to defining their own target markets and distribution channels.Part 3 - Developing a Promotion Plan - Wednesday, February 9, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Mary Virtue will discuss how to develop the promotion plan, including identifying influencers and the use of focus groups to assist with understanding your markets.Part 4 – Reviewing Your Marketing Goals and Putting Your Marketing Plan Together - Wednesday, February 23, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: mp3 rtf
This call focuses on reviewing the worksheets from the earlier calls to compile a marketing plan. Discussion centers on ensuring that each of the components of the plan are consistent and that they are likely to reach the marketing goals and that the marketing activities will be evaluated.Performance Based Contracts Teleconference - September 22, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: ppt mp3
Sonke Dornblut, Project Coordinator with Assistive Technology in New Hampshire, discussed the Program's use of Performance Based Contracts (PBC), how to achieve statewideness through PBC, determining PBC project goals and data reporting, contractor professional development, and what is funded through PBC.Reviewing Your Marketing Goals and Putting Your Marketing Plan Together - Worksheets for Wednesday, February 23, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: rtf
Worksheets on MArketing Position and Goals ant advice on how to put the marketing plan together.SF425 Reporting Form (2011) -- Available formats: pdf
SF425 Reporting Form Instructions (2011) -- Available formats: pdf
Statewide AT Program Data Submission Teleconference - November 14, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: mp3
This conference call provided information about submission requirements and timelines for FY 2011 data for Statewide AT Programs. Diane Golden explained the changes made to the data instrument and answered questions from participants.Transcript: Introducing the SF 425 – Financial Reporting Instrument - December 8, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: word
A Year in Review: FY 2009 Data for Statewide AT Programs and AFPs - October 4, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Rob Groenendaal from RSA and Diane Golden from NISAT discuss the national data generated by statewide AT programs and AFPs this past year. They look at trends from FY 2007 to the FY 2009 data.A Year in Review: FY 2009 Data for Statewide AT Programs and AFPs - Power points for October 4, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
Data from FY 2009 are presented for the AFP and statewide AT programs.Collaborations with Money Follows the Persons Program - March 25, 2010 Transcript (2010) -- Available formats: html
Laurie Brooks from the Oregon Statewide AT Act Program, Arlene Lugo from the Connecticut Statewide AT Act Project, Bil Roby from Nebraska's Department of Health and Human Services - Division of Medicaid and Long-Term Care and Lauren Rock from the Nebraska Assistive Technology Partnership shared information on collaborations their programs have created with Money Follows the Person initiatives throughout their state.Early Intervention Initiatives in Assistive Technology - July 15, 2010 - Powerpoint (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
This presentation describes the Colorado statewide AT program that provides services to young children. It describes the consultant network, the training, the loan bank, and plans for the future. Goals for the upcoming year include increase the numbers served, enhancing branding and marketing of the program, and expanding the training available to the providers in the state.Early Intervention Initiatives in Assistive Technology - July 15, 2010 - Transcript (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Brian Burne and Maureen Melonis of Assistive Technology Partners, University of Colorado shared information on the network of early intervention (EI) providers who have gone through training with AT Partners in order to serve as a resource for their local EI community. Beth Heyd of the Westchester Institute for Human Development with New York State TRAID Center also provided information on the long term collaboration with the counties in their region to provide an early intervention device demonstration and loan program.Effectiveness of Assistive Technology and Environmental Interventions in Maintaining Independence and Reducing Home Care Costs for the Frail Elderly: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
William C. Mann, OTR, PhD; Kenneth J. Ottenbacher, OTR, PhD; Linda Fraas, OTR, MA; Machiko Tomita, PhD; Carl V. Granger, MD. Archives of Family Medicine. May/June 1999 v8, p210-217.EPSDT & AT - May 13, 2010 Powerpoint (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
Diana Straube presents information about the Medicaid Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment Program (EPSDT). She describes the main components of the program, what DME is covered and what AT services can be covered. Also included are two case studies.EPSDT & AT - May 13, 2010 Transcript and MP3 (2010) -- Available formats: html mp3
Diana Straube from Neighborhood Legal Services presented information on the special requirements of the Medicaid Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment Program (EPSDT) and how they can be used to meet unique AT-related needs for children under the age of 21.Flyer for Assistive Technology In Long Term Care - Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Sample flyer to market workshop.Introducing the New Technical Assistance Grant – November 4, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Nancy Meidenbauer and Jason Luciano unveil the new RESNA Catalyst Project. They present the vision, major themes, and activities under the new technical assistance grant for the AT Act Programs that are planned for the next five years.Introducing the New Technical Assistance Grant – Power points for November 4, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
The new RESNA Catalyst technical assistnace project is described.Meeting the AT Needs of Preschool Students Under the IDEA – June 17, 2010 - Powerpoint (2010) -- Available formats: ppt
This presentation covers IDEA Part C and selected parts of Part B. It describes the components of Part C and the purpose of the provisions, who is eligible, and the process that is followed. It details the role of the service provider, the coordination needed, the evaluations and the development of the individualized family service plan. It discusses the AT covered and provides examples.Meeting the AT Needs of Preschool Students Under the IDEA – June 17, 2010 - Transcript and MP3 (2010) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Ron Hager from the National Disability Rights Network presented information on the variety of funding sources available to preschool students needing AT. One of the most important is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Part C of the IDEA, the early intervention program for infants and toddlers, covers children with disabilities from birth through age two. The school-age provisions of the IDEA, Part B, cover students beginning at age three.Part 1 Value of a Marketing Plan and Creating a Brand - December 14, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Mary Virtue of Cornerstone Consultants sets the stage for preparing a marketing plan. It touches on the importance of a plan and the components. Discussion also touches on the question of branding one service versus branding all the program services.Practical Guide to Universal Home Design: Convenience, Ease, and Livability: Remodeling, Building, Buying a Home (2010) -- Available formats: pdf rtf
Produced by the Iowa Program for Assistive Technology (IPAT), Center for Disabilities and Development, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.Prevention of falls in the elderly trial (PROFET): a randomised controlled trial (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Jacqueline Close, Margaret Ellis, Richard Hooper, Edward Glucksman, Stephen Jackson, Cameron Swift. The Lancet. Jan 9, 1999 v353 i9147 p93(1).Q&A With RSA: SF269, State Plans, and Other Items - Teleconference - December 9, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Rob Groenendaal, Brian Bard, and Ken Schellenberg from RSA discuss the SF269 form, and its newer version the 425. They explain the importance of these forms. In addition, they answer questions on State Plan amendments and performance measures.Resource List for Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Workshop (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Resources to accompany workshop.Services to Preschool Children with Disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
This is the Volume 13 number 3 Winter 2009-2010 issue of the AT Advocate which details what services and funding are available for young children under IDEA.Small changes BIG DIFFERENCES Presentation (2010) -- Available formats: rtf ppt
This presentation describes a training curriculum that promotes awareness of low tech items.The Great Efficacy of Personal and Equipment Assistance in Reducing Disability (2010) -- Available formats: pdf
Lois M. Verbrugge, PhD, MPH, Catherine Rennert, MD, MPH, and Jennifer H. Madans, PhD. American Journal of Public Health. March 1997, v87 no3 p384-392.Training to Keep Seniors in their Homes – Thursday, January 21, 2010 Transcript (2010) -- Available formats: rtf external
Aimee Sterk from the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition, Jane Gay from the Iowa Program for Assistive Technology, Sandra Root-Elledge from the WIND Assistive Technology Resources, and Deb Fleming from the Wyoming Geriatric Education Center will share information on how their program has provided specialized training to consumers about assistive technology and the importance of the role can play in helping seniors to independently remain in their communities. There are many handouts for this presentation.Value of a Marketing Plan and Creating a Brand - Worksheets for December 14, 2010 (2010) -- Available formats: rtf
Worksheets on describing your program and developing marketing goals.AT @ Work: What is YOUR Value to Business? Part 1 of 2 - July 16, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Joan Kester from the George Washington University conducted a presentation that provided information on the landscape of employment affecting people with disabilities and how to analyze the needs of employers in your area. During the webinar, participants had an opportunity to discuss strategies to expand their employer base and define their value to business. This is the powerpoint of the presentation.AT School Exchange Program Teleconference Powerpoint Slides – March 26, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Arlene Lugo of the Connecticut Assistive Technology Project, Kathy Adams of MaineCITE, and Sharon Alderman of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program presented information on how they collaborated with the public schools systems in their states in developing an AT Exchange Program specifically designed for school districts to share AT equipment.AT, Work and Transition Aged Youth – June 18, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Jim Sheldon from Neighborhood Legal Services led a discussion on how students with disabilities and their families can fund a range of assistive technology (AT) needed as they finish their last years of high school, move into higher education, and plan to enter the workforce. Using a case scenario, Jim facilitated a discussion about how a young person can access several funding sources, including special education programs, Medicaid, Medicare, vocational rehabilitation programs, and SSI Plan for Achieving Self Support (PASS) that can be used to acquire a range of AT.AT, Work and Transition Aged Youth – June 18, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Jim Sheldon from Neighborhood Legal Services led a discussion on how students with disabilities and their families can fund a range of assistive technology (AT) needed as they finish their last years of high school, move into higher education, and plan to enter the workforce. Using a case scenario, Jim facilitated a discussion about how a young person can access several funding sources, including special education programs, Medicaid, Medicare, vocational rehabilitation programs, and SSI Plan for Achieving Self Support (PASS) that can be used to acquire a range of AT. This is the powerpoint for the presentation.Audio file for AT School Exchange Program – March 26, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: mp3
Arlene Lugo of the Connecticut Assistive Technology Project, Kathy Adams of MaineCITE, and Sharon Alderman of the Vermont Assistive Technology Program presented information on how they collaborated with the public schools systems in their states in developing an AT Exchange Program specifically designed for school districts to share AT equipment. MP3 fileBuilding Sustainable Business Partnerships – Part 2 of 2 - August 27, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Joan Kester from the George Washington University discussed the importance of building partnerships with employers and identify ways to refine your approach when contacting employers. In today’s climate, it is essential to view employers as customers and to paint a clear picture of what AT professionals offer business partners. During the webinar/teleconference, participants had the opportunity to discuss strategies to build sustainable partnerships, customize your approach, and work smarter—not harder by connecting with other organizations. This is the powerpoint of the presentation.Case Study - AT, Work and Transition Aged Youth (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Jim Sheldon from Neighborhood Legal Services led a discussion on how students with disabilities and their families can fund a range of assistive technology (AT) needed as they finish their last years of high school, move into higher education, and plan to enter the workforce. Using a case scenario, Jim facilitated a discussion about how a young person can access several funding sources, including special education programs, Medicaid, Medicare, vocational rehabilitation programs, and SSI Plan for Achieving Self Support (PASS) that can be used to acquire a range of AT.CReATE Fee for Services (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Heather Young and Alma Burgess from the Utah Assistive Technology Program shared information on how their program has implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilitiesCReATE Service Fee Form (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This form is used by the Utah AT Reuse Program to charge fees for service. Part of the Fee-for-Service teleconference October 29, 2009EDGAR 74.24 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Excerpts from EDGAR regarding accounting for fee- for-service activities.EDGAR 74.24 - Fee for Service (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This document spell out what is allowed when providing servicesfor fees.Fee for Service Teleconference Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: rtf ppt
Tammy Koger from the North Carolina AT Act Program shared information on how NC has implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilities. This presentation provides information about the NC administrative code, the fees charged, and the type of services provided.Fee for Service Teleconference - October 29, 2009 - Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt rtf
This teleconference focused on how to start fee-for-service activities. During this call, Rob Groenendaal and Brian Bard from RSA discussed EDGAR regulations and how to report generated program income. Tammy Koger from the North Carolina AT Act Program, Heather Young and Alma Burgess from the Utah Assistive Technology Program shared information on how their programs have implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilities.Fee for Service Teleconference - October 29, 2009 - Transcript (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This teleconference focused on how to start fee-for-service activities. During this call, Rob Groenendaal and Brian Bard from RSA discussed EDGAR regulations and how to report generated program income. Tammy Koger from the North Carolina AT Act Program, Heather Young and Alma Burgess from the Utah Assistive Technology Program shared information on how their programs have implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilities.Fee for Service Teleconference - October 29, 2009 - Transcript and MP3 file (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
This teleconference focused on how to start fee-for-service activities. During this call, Rob Groenendaal and Brian Bard from RSA discussed EDGAR regulations and how to report generated program income. Tammy Koger from the North Carolina AT Act Program, Heather Young and Alma Burgess from the Utah Assistive Technology Program shared information on how their programs have implemented fee-for-service to serve more people with disabilities.How to Conduct Ad Hoc MIS Data Queries - August 21, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Ken Schellenberg, Rob Groenendaal, and Brian Bard from RSA discussed how to search the RSA MIS data system to find annual report and state plan data for AT Act programs. NATTAP has also compiled a chartbook of standard searches of the FY 2009 state plans.How to Conduct Ad Hoc MIS Data Queries - August 21, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Ken Schellenberg, Rob Groenendaal, and Brian Bard from RSA discussed how to search the RSA MIS data system to find annual report and state plan data for AT Act programs. NATTAP has also compiled a chartbook of standard searches of the FY 2009 state plans. This is the Powerpoint for that presentationPennsylvania AT @ Work Training Materials, May 14, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: mp3 rtf
Amy Goldman and Ann Dolloff from Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT), and Jennifer Garman of the Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania presented information on their collaborative approach within the employment network that they developed to promote assistive technology in the workplace through outreach, training, and technical assistance. This call was a follow up from the 2009 AT Act Annual Conference session on the AT Collaborative where more detailed information on the employment collaborative with a focus on the “AT@Work” training package that is used during the Train-the-Trainer trainings throughout their state was shared.Providing Services to Veterans and Wounded Service Members - Teleconference February 19, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Tammy Koger from the North Carolina Assistive Technology Project hosted a conference call to discuss their collaboration with Enable America as well as share information on how they reach out to provide services to veterans and active duty service members.Providing Services to Veterans and Wounded Service Members Work Group Call Wednesday, December 9, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Sandy Hanebrink, OTR/L from the South Carolina branch of Touch the Future, shared information on her experience with working with various groups (some of which include: PVA, National Guard, and VFW), in her outreach efforts to provide services to veterans.Reporting Financial Status Using the SF-269 – December 10, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Brian Bard and Rob Groenendaal from RSA shared information on how to annually report your program’s financial status using the SF269 form via RSA’s MIS system.Review of FY 2008 Data from Statewide AT Programs and AFPs - September 10, 2009 - Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
FY 2008 marked the first year in which we had comprehensive data about the performance of many programs under the AT Act. These data, along with information from the state plans of statewide AT programs, will be featured in the next report to Congress and provide a rich picture of the impact of AT Act programs. Jeremy Buzzell from RSA and Diane Golden from NISAT discussed the national data generated by Statewide AT Programs and AFPs in FY 2008.Review of FY 2008 Data from Statewide AT Programs and AFPs - September 10, 2009 - Webinar Transcript (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
FY 2008 marked the first year in which we had comprehensive data about the performance of many programs under the AT Act. These data, along with information from the state plans of statewide AT programs, will be featured in the next report to Congress and provide a rich picture of the impact of AT Act programs. Jeremy Buzzell from RSA and Diane Golden from NISAT discussed the national data generated by Statewide AT Programs and AFPs in FY 2008.Rural Statewideness - Teleconference – January 15, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
NATTAP hosted the second affinity call for programs to discuss their outreach to Rural populations on the set up of portable and mobile demonstration centers. Roger Levy, of the Texas Technology Access Program and Kevin Wright, of the Tennessee Technology Access Program, presented information on how their programs established their demonstration centers and shareed strategies for Statewide programs to consider in the development of a mobile/portable demonstration in their state as well as the challenges associated with the maintenance of a mobile/portable demonstration center.Rural Statewideness Mobile Demonstrations Teleconference – January 15, 2009 (2009) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
NATTAP hosted the second affinity call for programs to discuss their outreach to Rural populations on the set up of portable and mobile demonstration centers. Roger Levy, of the Texas Technology Access Program and Kevin Wright, of the Tennessee Technology Access Program, presented information on how their programs established these demonstration centers and share strategies for Statewide programs to consider in the development of a mobile/portable demonstration in their state as well as the challenges associated with the maintenance of a mobile/portable demonstration center.Work, Assistive Technology and Transition-Aged Youth (2009) -- Available formats: word
This publication from Neighborhood Legal Services looks at funding sources for AT as youth transition to work and post-secondary activities.Rural Statewideness - Audio of Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: mp3
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.Rural Statewideness - Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: rtf
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.Rural Statewideness Marketing Teleconference – November 13, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
NATTAP hosted an affinity group call on outreach to rural and frontier populations. Kathy Laurin from the Montana AT Program and Dorothy Young from Mississippi’s Project START discussed common issues they experience in achieving rural statewideness as well as strategies for addressing those challenges.SF269/ State Plans Teleconference – December 18, 2008 (2008) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
NATTAP hosted a teleconference on grants management issues. Rob Groenendaal, Ken Schellenberg, Brian Bard, and Jeremy Buzzell from RSA provided information on how to annually report your program’s financial status using the SF 269 form via RSA’s Management Information System (MIS). Questions regarding State Plans were also addressed. MP3 fileDeveloping Effective Subcontracting Relationships Teleconference (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Developing Effective Subcontracting Relationships, Teleconference held September 27, 2007Direct and Indirect Costs (2007) -- Available formats: word
This document is a transcript from a 2007 conference call with RSA explaining direct and indirect costs for statewide AT Act programs.Establishing an AT Awareness Program (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
During this session statewide programs discussed strategies that they have used to promote awareness of AT through events, such as awareness weeks and months.Indirect Cost Rates Teleconference (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Indirect Cost Rates, Teleconference held October 30, 2007Populating Device Exchange Sites (2007) -- Available formats: rtf
Teleconference on how to populate your device exchange website. Speakers included: Arlene Lugo-Connecticut, Kathy Adams - Maine, and Kristi Barber - Indiana.RSA Indirect Cost Q & A – Conference Call October 30, 2007 (2007) -- Available formats: rtf
RSA Indirect Cost Q & A – Conference Call provides some answers to common questions and situations.RSA Update - End of FY2007, May 17, 2007 Teleconference (2007) -- Available formats: ppt
RSA provides an update of the year's activities.RSA Update - End of FY2007, May 17, 2007 Teleconference - MP3 (2007) -- Available formats: mp3
Audio for RSA Update - End of FY2007, May 17, 2007 teleconference.State AT Program and AgrAbility Teleconference - March 22, 2007 (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
AgrAbility is a grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that provides education, assistance and support to farmers and ranchers with disabilities. Statewide AT Programs are collaborating with AgrAbility to reach out to rural areas of the state and to provide access to AT to farmers and their families. A conference call held on March 22, 2007 provided an overview of the AgrAbility Program from a national perspective, an overview of specific state models, partnerships and relationships of the AgrAbility Programs and tips and strategies on why and how to become involved with AgrAbility in your state.Update from RSA - Dear Colleague Letter - May 2007 (2007) -- Available formats: word
Describes how programs need to treat funds at the end of the fiscal year.Using 211 Systems for AT-Related Information and Referral (2007) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
This session describe how community information and referral systems can increase the awareness of the services AT Act programs provide.Alternative Funding System: Assistive Technology Act Program of Colorado (2006) -- Available formats: ppt
Describes the funding database used in Colorado. Includes screen shotsAnalyzing and Reporting on Needs Assessment Data for Feasibility Studies - May 4, 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This call helped the states to continue to discuss the activities they were doing as part of their feasibility studies, such as conducting online surveys, distributing mail in surveys, and hosting focus groups. The discussion also touched on the selection of audiences to survey. Patti Lind then provided information on deriving recommendations from the data. Particular emphasis was placed on determining loan products to fit the needs, such as direct loan for unbankable consumers. The discussion touched on the various audiences for the study findings, such as potential funders to justify the market.AT Demonstrations Using Mobile Units (2006) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
This session provided several perspectives on operating a mobile unit to reach populations for device demonstrationFAAST Funding Sources Database (2006) -- Available formats: ppt
Describes the Florida database for funding sources in that state. Includes screen shots of the web site.Fee for Service Teleconference - September 14, 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
Fee for Service Teleconference - September 14, 2006Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great Teleconference Powerpoints (2006) -- Available formats: ppt
These are powerpoint slides used during the presentation of the Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great - Teleconference held on October 26, 2006.Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great Resource Packet (2006) -- Available formats: word
This Resource Packet accompanies the teleconference on Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great. It has sample forms, sample correspondence, and checklists related to recruiting and retaining your advisory council.Moving Your Advisory Council from Good to Great Teleconference Transcript - October 26, 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This is the transcript of the "Good to Great" teleconference on October 26, 2006National Information System for Assistive Technology Teleconference - October 12, 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
Transcript for National Information System for Assistive Technology Teleconference - October 12, 2006. Describes the plans for the new data collection system.NATTAP: Accomplishments and Plans for the Coming Months - Teleconference Transcript (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
NATTAP: Accomplishments and Plans for the Coming Months - Teleconference held August 24, 2006. TranscriptNontraditional State Financing Activities (2006) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
A teleconference on state financing activities where presenters shared information on nontraditional alternatives financing activities or state financing activities.Overview and Introduction to Feasibility Studies (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This call provided background information by Jeremy Buzzell from RSA on what the statute requires as part of a feasibility study, in that the study must include the feasibility of an alternative financing program but it can also be broader and incorporate other financing options. It also provides a brief description of what some states are planning to do as they conduct their studies - from studying the modification and expansion of an existing loan program to the start up of a new loan program, to broadly looking at a number of optional funding sources for a state.Overview and Introduction to Feasibility Studies March 2 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This call provided background information by Jeremy Buzzell from RSA on what the statute requires as part of a feasibility study, in that the study must include the feasibility of an alternative financing program but it can also be broader and incorporate other financing options. It also provides a brief description of what some states are planning to do as they conduct their studies - from studying the modification and expansion of an existing loan program to the start up of a new loan program, to broadly looking at a number of optional funding sources for a state.Planning and Conducting a Feasibility Study - March 30, 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This call contained a discussion of how states were planning their studies. Patti Lind provided some tips for including stakeholders in planning the study and offered some suggestions for questions that could be part of needs assessment instruments. Additional resources were also provided related to conducting focus groups, on-line surveys and print surveys.Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers (2006) -- Available formats: mp3 rtf
Conference call held in May 2006 on "Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers".Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers (2006) -- Available formats: rtf mp3
This session provided a discussion of criteria used when selecting devices for programs.Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers - Illinois’ AT Demonstration Center (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
Sample documents provided by the Illinois AT Demonstration Center on Selecting Devices for AT Loan and Demonstration Centers.State Plan for AT Updates/Amendments – Teleconference June 6, 2006 Transcript (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
State Plan for AT Updates/Amendments – June 6, 2006 Teleconference TranscriptStatus of Feasibility Studies (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This final call in the series allowed the participants to provide updates on the status of their feasibility studies. States shared the recommendations from their studies and future next stepsStatus of Feasibility Studies - July 31, 2006 (2006) -- Available formats: rtf
This final call in the series allowed the participants to provide updates on the status of their feasibility studies. States shared the recommendations from their studies and future next steps.Web-based AT Funding Resources Data Systems Teleconference - MP3 (2006) -- Available formats: mp3
Audio for Web-based AT Funding Resources Data Systems TeleconferenceAT Act One Year Anniversary Conference Call, October 25, 2005 - Transcript (2005) -- Available formats: rtf
This teleconference celebrated the one-year accomplishments of the AT Act. Transcript.Options for State Financing Activities teleconference - April 14, 2005 (2005) -- Available formats: rtf
This teleconference provided a discussion among programs as to the options of activities that could be considered state financing activities. One of two callsRSA State Plan Update - Teleconference Call Sept 13, 2005 Transcript (2005) -- Available formats: rtf
This call summarized common issues that were raised in the submission of the state plansState Financing Activities teleconference - April 27, 2005 (2005) -- Available formats: rtf
This teleconference provided a discussion among programs as to the options of activities that could be considered state financing activities. The second of two callsWebinars
AT @ Work: What is YOUR Value to Business? Part 1 of 2 - July 16, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Joan Kester from the George Washington University conducted a presentation that provided information on the landscape of employment affecting people with disabilities and how to analyze the needs of employers in your area. During the webinar, participants had an opportunity to discuss strategies to expand their employer base and define their value to business. This is the powerpoint of the presentation.Building Sustainable Business Partnerships – Part 2 of 2 - August 27, 2009 Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
Joan Kester from the George Washington University discussed the importance of building partnerships with employers and identify ways to refine your approach when contacting employers. In today’s climate, it is essential to view employers as customers and to paint a clear picture of what AT professionals offer business partners. During the webinar/teleconference, participants had the opportunity to discuss strategies to build sustainable partnerships, customize your approach, and work smarter—not harder by connecting with other organizations. This is the powerpoint of the presentation.Review of FY 2008 Data from Statewide AT Programs and AFPs - September 10, 2009 - Powerpoint (2009) -- Available formats: ppt
FY 2008 marked the first year in which we had comprehensive data about the performance of many programs under the AT Act. These data, along with information from the state plans of statewide AT programs, will be featured in the next report to Congress and provide a rich picture of the impact of AT Act programs. Jeremy Buzzell from RSA and Diane Golden from NISAT discussed the national data generated by Statewide AT Programs and AFPs in FY 2008.Review of FY 2008 Data from Statewide AT Programs and AFPs - September 10, 2009 - Webinar Transcript (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
FY 2008 marked the first year in which we had comprehensive data about the performance of many programs under the AT Act. These data, along with information from the state plans of statewide AT programs, will be featured in the next report to Congress and provide a rich picture of the impact of AT Act programs. Jeremy Buzzell from RSA and Diane Golden from NISAT discussed the national data generated by Statewide AT Programs and AFPs in FY 2008.Organizational Resources
New Statewide AT Directors Conference Call – February 2, 2012 (2012) -- Available formats: mp3
MP3 of the new statewide AT Directors call on February 2, 2012, which focuses on Module Six (Data) from the New Statewide AT Directors Orientation Curriculum. Diane Golden with the Center for Assistive Technology Act Data Assistance (CATADA), joined the group to help answer data questions.Developing State Plans Teleconference-January 12, 2012-Transcript, MP3, and OSATP State Plan Template (2011) -- Available formats: external
Developing State Plans Teleconference-Thursday, January 12, 2012 Rob Groenendaal and Brian Bard from RSA discussed State Plan requirements and timelines, and Project Directors Sachin Pavithran (UT) and Alan Knue (WA) talked about how each of their Projects approach developing the State Plan.
