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<div>=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
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=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** Jan. 4th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Were due December 3rd - Thank you!<br />
*'''CIDI Holiday Party! Dec. 15th + White Elephant Gift Exchange"'''<br />
* Jon moving to GSU OT Program. TS2 will stay! <br />
* Need help with TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - Gina, Eric & I are presenting to College of Design Leadership. Contract moving. <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
**Presentation to HHS | ACL December 15th.<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos - Almost finished!<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (Feb. 2022)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (March 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**KOMP (2021). https://www.noisolation.com/komp <br />
**https://www.noisolation.com/research<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
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'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** Presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** Presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
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'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
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'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
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'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
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'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
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'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
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'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
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'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
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*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
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**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**No TFL Advisory Council meeting on 12/16. We are required to host 3 meetings in a year and we have fulfilled that this year.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - More info in 2022.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? '''Let Tori (cc: Liz & Kayla) know by Monday 12/13'''<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
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*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - UDL and Plain Language''' - Completed!<br />
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*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
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*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Discussions on Design Competition<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
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*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Norah, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - NMD United - Connecting Adults Living with Neuromuscular Disabilities. A 501(c)(3) that serves adults living with a variety of NMD through peer connections, education, independent living grants, and much more. (https://www.nmdunited.org/ NMD United website)<br />
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=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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K-12 Updates<br />
*State Board of Education approved the FY22 DOE Statement of Work <br />
**Contract is in process of development and will have to be signed by both agencies<br />
***there is an expansion of deliverables that will be discussed in more detail later as we continue to move through the process<br />
***FY 22 does not include videos or webinars<br />
**For now, continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
**Received two new collaboration requests Friday – both are AAC with access issues<br />
**we are continuing to get a lot “loose” requests for DOE <br />
***either being redirected to the AT Portal<br />
***directly providing brief information and tracking time (deciding it doesn’t need to go to the portal, but providing information about the AT Partnership)<br />
***follow-up to previous consultation/collaboration<br />
***situations where school staff is unable to get access to the AT Portal<br />
**trying to manage loans – ensuring they are staying on a cycle of being returned and going out as requested<br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://aem.cast.org/learning-series/online-learning-series-accessible-materials-technologies Online Learning Series on Accessible Materials & Technologies]<br />
**[https://www.atselect.org/ AT Select]<br />
**[http://acentral.education/ Accommodation Central]<br />
**[https://mathshare.benetech.org/cms?fbclid=IwAR3Z4qJiSeSf-_530bDk28NpC5YPXHjWqW082FpS43L6_uaNyrDL_IZxV6A Mathshare]<br />
**[https://cisl.cast.org/ Center on Inclusive Software for Learning (cisl) at CAST]<br />
**[https://cisl.cast.org/products/about-clusive Clusive]<br />
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=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
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Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
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* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal (conceptualizing sync with AT Partnership project requirements)<br />
** Monthly report automation (reporting dashboard in place)<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON system (accessible ~ January 15th)<br />
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GVRA Updates<br />
* We have 3 GVRA Transition Work Groups at work on "pilots within the pilot":<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts - Martha & Ben<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern) Martha & Ben<br />
** A pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level - Zerrin & Ben<br />
*** Ciara is helping us address training needs<br />
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* A 4th Work Group is preparing the surveys of AT knowledge & understanding of the larger GVRA staff - Zerrin<br />
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* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement - Ben<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
** Make reporting more robust & meaningful<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- last one of the year! Brando Conrad with Matchware will be our guest speaker on Dec 8th<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this- it is looking great, still need help with a few more items that need to be barcoded and put up, labeling drawers and cabinets, and adding location. Sal is working on a script for the tour.<br />
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*Reading Progress Demo with Microsoft Teams- for educators- super cool way that students and teachers can see progress<br />
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*DeeDee, Rachel, and Martha worked on technical assistance with social worker and family on quality of life and communication<br />
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*Working on some AT loans<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NilBP_YwXDw - Microsoft Teams Reading Progress for Educators<br />
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=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 6<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 10<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 4<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 8<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
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'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - new iMac has been set up in the TFL bay and some team members have been given access. We are waiting for training to be set up with Jerel and OIT in order to learn how to add devices and use Jamf<br />
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'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/programs/mentortech - Available for you to be a mentor or mentee, and a great way to meet other people on campus.<br />
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=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Updated "wish list” to enhance the Aging Well section of AT Lab specifically addressing the needs of people living with Dementia/Alzheimer's. Goals are to have AT for Aging Well easily accessible, labeled, and showcased, then create a video with Raminta to highlight a virtual tour of this area to share with network partners, consumers, and website.<br />
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*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Continuing to stay connected with DAS as we await the extension for the Cares Act project. <br />
ADRC State Advisory Committee meeting this week. Will represent TFL, provide updates and report back updates from the stakeholders as it applies to TFL.<br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia hosted a "CCNG Rally" last month. This was a virtual event to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga updated progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL shared updates with those in attendance.<br />
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* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Held focus group on Mental Health in the workplace, team is preparing for ATIA presentation and possible focus groups while at the conference.<br />
Colleagues and consumers continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific and complex challenges. Martha, Dee Dee, and I were able to virtually meet and assist a family caring for their mom with resources and AT suggestions. <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
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=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
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Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
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Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
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AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''== <br />
# ALL: Who can help? TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
# ALL: <br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6146TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T13:57:24Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel's Updates */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
<br />
*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6145TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T13:50:57Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel's Updates */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
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=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
<br />
*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
** <br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in workplace as main area of focus<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6144TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T13:47:34Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel's Updates */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
<br />
*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing Public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6143TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T13:38:34Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel's Updates */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
<br />
*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
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=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6142TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T13:36:47Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel's Updates */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
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'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
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**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
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*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
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*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
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=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
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Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
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Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
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AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/19/2021&diff=6126TFL Team Meeting - 10/19/20212021-10-19T17:14:04Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel's Updates */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
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'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 4th)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
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'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is holding an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations - Oct 25th<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 - Nov. 1st<br />
* Preparing a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
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'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
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'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
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'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
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'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
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'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
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'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
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*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
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**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
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*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
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*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
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*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
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*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
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=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** ATAP/AT3 Site Design**<br />
** ACCESS Projects**<br />
** AT Network**<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
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*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
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*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
** Adobe Max 2021: FREE Virtual Creativity Conference - October 26-28 | Register at https://max.adobe.com**<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted<br />
**Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables<br />
* We are experiencing an increase in K-12 STEM/STEAM / AT / technology requests for support/collaboration. <br />
*Receive notification from UGA that the implementation grant for the Georgia College Transition Partnership was funded. This will provide an additional three years of funding to implement the work. <br />
*Preparing a new presentation for the Emory Neurodiversity Course – November 9 – Working with Dr. Matt Segall & Dr. Laurel Snider. About half of the class has disclosed, publicly, some personal aspect of or connection to having a neurodivergent identity or diagnosis. <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021 – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person)<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
**[https://communicationfirst.org/LISTEN/#movie LISTEN Movie] 5:25<br />
**[https://thisisnotaboutme.film/ this is not about me] Rent Movie for $9.99 <br />
**[https://digitability.com/pixarloop/ Loop] Pixar’s First Non-Verbal Character with Autism -stream on Disney+<br />
**[https://vimeo.com/43931633 Thaysa] 13:18<br />
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=IGKS95G4ynM Carr Brackett – DynaVox: Down Syndrome AAC Success Story] 4:33<br />
**[https://www.wretchesandjabberers.org/ Wretches & Jabberers] Purchase or watch with public library card or university login 1 hr. 34 mins<br />
**[https://www.atia.org/at3-center-portal/ AT3 Center – ATIA Online Course Subscription Program Portal]<br />
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=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
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Team & Project Plan<br />
* September Report complete and submitted <br />
* Ben has met with Matthew Blake - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
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GVRA Updates<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in October to discuss:<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
*Thank you again for a successful DS Strategic planning meeting yesterday. I am looking forward to further discussions on things we talked about<br />
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*We shall begin to move forward and not complete any AT Eval/Assessments in all areas. Please be sure to check slides in upcoming presentations.<br />
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*Last Thursday Rachel, Sal, and Martha presented to the Chattahoochee OTA class. Despite some technical problems on their end at the beginning- it went really well. Students asked several questions. Cross-training with Sal on presenting other presentations.<br />
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*Monday, October 25, Adam Palmer will be at CIDI with AT for vision for people to try and ask questions. https://www.palmervision.com/about-us/ As a reminder he would like to donate items to our AT Lab in exchange for data and being able to assist training on devices to those who borrow. I feel this could be a win-win esp with K-12. Please look at the link and send me any device you would like for him to bring by tomorrow.<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Sal has been adding new devices to the database. Ciara will be working with Sal tomorrow on how to create the barcodes. We have been adding device location into the Teams file<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Purchased 2 new joysticks that has dwell software built-in! This is new technology because in the past you would have to buy the dwell software separate.<br />
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*Working with Maureen with a University of Fla capstone student Rachel Scarboro. She is completing her OTD. Maureen will be the lead and she will work with Rachel and Martha on the DS Team as well as Maureen on research. Looking for her to join Fall 2022. Hours are flexible meaning that they can be virtual and not limited to therapy or one on one with a person.<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://astroaccess.org/<br />
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=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
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'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - waiting for go-ahead from Matthew & Jerel, will check if new device is set up in the AT lab when I am in the office<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
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'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - what would everyone like to see how-to guides for? <br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
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=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• Su Jin Lee OT professor at GSU and formally Research Scientist with CIDI reached out to discuss potential collaborations with her students and 3-D printing. Will follow up to get more information. Status of our 3-D printer?<br />
• Attended GOTA conference held this past weekend. Completely virtual and well-done. Chad Leaman, Cofounder of Makers Making Change was the Keynote speaker. Additionally, a session on 3-D printing and opportunities here in ATL with Shephard Center. <br />
• Chatt tech OTA class presentation last week. ~ 15 students participated with Sal, Martha, and me presenting.<br />
• Other notables: The Capable Program (teaming OT, Nursing and Handyperson) connecting indiv with disabilities to find AT solutions/ home modifications. Interestingly enough, Yolanda with DAS reached out to Brenau OT program looking at program. Provided initial findings/research that Bryan Clever (FODAC) and I discovered when we were looking into the program. Many challenges to consider include having the bandwidth<br />
In early stages of planning for an OT Capstone student from University of Florida to begin August of 2022. Maureen will assist as this is a first, but looking forward to this being a great opportunity for all of us! <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
***Governor’s and Gwinnett County’s Proclamation (ensure a11y)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
***Six trainings being scheduled on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**ASTHO Disabiltiy Awareness and Digital A11y Request<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates begun<br />
* Training webinars planning begun<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/5/2021&diff=6035TFL Team Meeting - 10/5/20212021-10-04T18:25:49Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
**About the Training<br />
#Regularly occurring cybersecurity awareness training ensures that faculty, staff, and student employees are vigilant, prepared, and empowered to identify cyber threats or scams when they encounter them. Training also encourages employees to adopt practices that safeguard their information and technology from ransomware attacks and compromise.<br />
#Georgia Tech’s cybersecurity training covers a variety of topics such as cybersecurity policies, data protection categorizations, sharing protected data, and endpoint protection. <br />
#Employees can access the training via the recently updated Georgia Tech Employee Learning Portal (powered by Genius). https://gatech.geniussis.com/LearnerDashboard.aspx<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm Friday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
** 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*ATOB! v16.2<br />
*EPIC National Webinar - Liz & CP (Completed)<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation<br />
*AUCD - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
* NIDILRR FIP proposal was not funded..<br />
** Composite Review Score was 95 <br />
** Typically good enough for funding<br />
** Team is examining critique to improve future proposals<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts & Administration <br />
* Walton Subcontract PO finally fully authorized (Thanks to Eric T. for his help!)<br />
* Finalizing: TextHelp Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with most team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Still need to meet with IT - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report was completed and delivered<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben is meeting this week with Jeff Allen to discuss monthly reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 136<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 25<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 188<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 76<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4677<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*AT Lab- thank you to everyone who helped! Items on the 2nd floor have been organized. Worked with IT and things that no longer work will need to be surplused. Charlie has the form for that and can assist. Drawers are labeled with items and will be added onto an online word doc in the AT Lab channel on TEAMS. There is also another document for items needed for the lab (this is not AT equipment)<br />
*Have added serval new AT items for voice amplification and FM system<br />
*Rachel, Martha, Sal presenting Chattahoochee OTA class on October 14th<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agency<br />
**As part of National Disability Awareness Month in Oct, “Living and Thriving with a Disability” Webinar will be distributed to: <br />
***private contractors<br />
***Dept. of Community Health<br />
***Dept. of Labor<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center – SoW approved<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
*** Series of six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Contract for just under 75K – awaiting final approval before Sept. 29th<br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
***19 trainings scheduled on topics related to disability awareness and digital accessibility <br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**Georgia AER/GVEST Combined Conference: Stronger Together<br />
***Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Friday, March 11, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Gina’s presentation on March 11: EdTrade: Georgia’s K-12 Assistive Technology Reuse Program – Rethink, Reuse, Share, & Save<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Cybersecurity Compliance <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances - October & November!</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_5/4/2021&diff=5881TFL Team Meeting - 5/4/20212021-05-03T22:44:20Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flex forms <br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** DeeDee is now reporting to Gina<br />
** In process – Graphic Designer!<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Funding Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** GT Implicit Bias Training!<br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
**AT for Lending? Please, send me a budget & ideas! Ciara 😊<br />
** Ideas?<br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
*Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
** Tori (10% for 12 mths/20% for 6 mths) <br />
** Martha (30% for 12 mths/60% for 6 mths) <br />
** Rachel (60% for 12 mths/90% for 6 mths) <br />
** Ciara (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sarah (5% for 12 mths/10% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sal (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mth)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
* ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
*'''RRTC on Technology Interventions Proposal''' <br />
* Ballenger, Sheryl: Training - C&DMS Manager/Instruction<br />
* Blake, Matthew: Dissemination & TA - IT Lead/Investigator<br />
* Endicott, Sarah: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Fahie, Norford: TA - Technical Assistance<br />
* Harris, Fran: Training - Investigator<br />
* Holder, Tori: Training, Dissemination & TA - Social Media Investigator<br />
* Johnson, Heather: Training - Webinar Captioning<br />
* Linden, Maureen: PI<br />
* Milchus, Karen: Training - Investigator<br />
* Persaud, Liz: Project Director Training & Dissemination<br />
* Ondin, Zerrin: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Phillips, Carolyn: PI<br />
* Rempel, Johan: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Rust, Martha: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Sinclair, Norah: Training - Instructional Designer<br />
* Thompson, Ken: Dissemination & TA - IT Developer - Investigator<br />
* Wilson, Rachel: Training - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Zebrakaus, Raminta: Training & TA - Video Production<br />
* NEW GRAPHIC DESIGNER: <br />
* Kibler, Sal: Training, Dissemination & TA<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
* Raminta is producing a new video for the project that tells the story of how the Work ACCESS tool will work.<br />
* Functioning model took a step forward last week<br />
** Actualizing more elements of the design of the tool<br />
** Is out on a server for review as updates continue.<br />
* Preparing for validation of decision trees. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
** Creating a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper doumenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
* Research Team has submitted 3 additional grant proposals: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12; 1 Year, $100K<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Impact of AT on Community Participation & Independence<br />
** Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
** Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
** Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions are completed <br />
*Mentor recruitment is completed <br />
**14 students and 14 mentors <br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Who is entering their training and presentation data? '''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep working on it! <br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually. This is happening whether it be through Wired Wednesdays, various projects (DAS & CDC, etc.), or individual requests to TFL team members.<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***'''Updated!''' Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience here]<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' Recordings of sessions must be submitted to CRCC after completion. (Tori is looking into conferences, etc.)<br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
****Have you shared any announcements related to the project? <br />
****Has anyone provided any outreach in the I/DD community for the MTC/easy to read resources and videos?<br />
***Vaccine Webinars 3:00PM to 4:00PM ET - May 12 (Caregivers - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/covid-19-vaccines-for-caregivers-and-personal-care-assistants-pca-tickets-149933907353 registration]), May 26 (FAQ's - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faqs-about-covid-19-vaccines-that-people-with-disabilities-should-consider-tickets-149943744777?aff=erelpanelorg registration])<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Texthelp Software (4.19.21)<br />
**407,623 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles) / 0 not yet provisioned <br />
**122 Districts<br />
<br />
*GaDOE Portal Overview (4.19.21 ) <br />
**287 total registered portal users <br />
** Total of 176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
<br />
*GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Consultations: follow-ups, new requests, summaries (Martha, DeeDee, & Ben) <br />
**Loans: loan requests, tracking loans, sent out emails for loans that have been out a while w/ survey, & redirecting to the portal (Ciara, DeeDee & Martha) <br />
**Tracking time<br />
**EdTrade (Martha, Ben, Matthew, Ken, & Jerel)<br />
***Soft Launch now with 3 -5 districts – working fast and furious<br />
***Statewide rollout in the late summer / early fall / return to school<br />
**Videos (Ben, Nora, Raminta, Martha, DeeDee, & Ciara)<br />
*** Notes for 3 of videos have been submitted by SME team<br />
*** First video (ALgS) has progressed to story board stage <br />
**Webinars <br />
**Discussion of timelines for Statement of Work (SOW) for AT Partnership Year 3<br />
<br />
*Other <br />
**Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work continues<br />
**College Transition Partnership Grant w/ UGA & GSU continues<br />
**Okefenokee RESA AT Consortia presentation – AT Partnership / Tools for Life (completed)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 56<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 61<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1461<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- April was Streamer and they gave a great demo! May will be the Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquotogo; July and August will be WATAP<br />
*Sal and Martha are presenting for a GGS Lunch and Learn on May 11<br />
*DAS Contract has been signed and will need to be completed by end of September<br />
*Met with DAS to clarify and finalize plan as we can now move forward- 39 individuals to receive AT and 16 will have virtual assessments<br />
*Matthew has made adjustments to the portal specifically for the DAS Contract <br />
*There will be 4 trainings for the DAS Contract. Dates are Kickoff May 20th, June 23rd, 2pm-3, July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Raminta created an excellent video showcasing AT in the lab that can address social isolation- <br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference is free this year, June 16-18- Sal, Rachel, and Martha will be presenting on the 18th; https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services/adrc-healthy-communities-summit<br />
*Sal- Culture Change Network Advisory Council Meeting, April 16 – Rich discussion about many of the issues facing long-term care facilities during this time. Key issues revolved around the importance of immunization of staff, healthcare workers and aides. Unemployment funding and stimulus checks made retaining and attracting staff a significant problem. Significant incentives are being offered to attract new workers. Discussion around need for increasing minimum pay for aides as home care agencies and direct pay are paying more. CARES Act money is allowing for placement of technology in residential facilities. Promoted our CDC work, DAS contract and invited the group to promote our upcoming webinar on immunizations within their organizations. Follow-up meeting this Thursday as there are updates on the Grant to be discussed.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**Georgia Arts<br />
***technical assistance<br />
<br />
*State ADA Meet & Greet: overview of services<br />
**State ADA Conference webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
**FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Institute Communications<br />
**MarCom Checklist<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Accessibility Policy<br />
*Input from CIDI<br />
<br />
*USG HR<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluation of employment application<br />
<br />
*Non-Profit Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
**Decode<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester <br />
**Video updates<br />
**Updates on materials<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_3/2/2021&diff=5748TFL Team Meeting - 3/2/20212021-03-01T22:24:03Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project will soon be released!<br />
** Manuscript is in final copy editing.<br />
** Release date set for February/ March 2021<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Presentation:<br />
** ATIA (Jan/Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..'' presentation is available now to paid attendees through end of March.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing Round 3 data. <br />
** Preparing for Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team has submitted a NIDILRR FIP proposal <br />
** Three years, $600K<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions, mentor recruitment and project webpage is in progress <br />
**Evaluating the applications on a rolling basis<br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Got feedback from Hanover<br />
*Found a mentor and three advisory board members<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Software requests & New Portal Registrations <br />
** Slow<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software; in the upcoming weeks coordinating a communications blast to remind those registered in the portal how to access and how to request software and other services.<br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (completed)<br />
**Savannah-Chatham County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Supporting other requests for assistance/information/help as they come in<br />
* Continue to be actively involved in the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work and participate on the leadership team. We are beginning the self-assessment process at the state level by going through a series of 7 quality indicators for AEM and using the information for goal setting for Georgia. <br />
*Active work participating in the College Transition Partnership (GaCTP) Grant with GSU and UGA. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work or graduate education for students on the autism spectrum. I am working to infuse AT into any component of the Pilot project where it fits – utilizing resources that are readily available.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***web accessibility evaluation<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*CDC Foundation<br />
**Social Media Presentation Feb. 18th with Tori<br />
**PDF Remediation for previously submitted Word docs to CDC<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**exploring ways to make their digital assets more accessible<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media Feb. 22<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
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** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
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** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
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** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_2/16/2021&diff=5733TFL Team Meeting - 2/16/20212021-02-15T22:33:44Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''Happy New Year to You!''' <br />
* '''eWAFs - Review, Correct (if Needed) & Archive (in Your "FY21 Allocations CIDI Services & Education" Dropbox Folder)'''<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* Danny's Announcement (Proud of You, Danny!)<br />
* TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions<br />
<br />
=='''CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
***Formats: Podcast, Brief PDF Tip Sheet<br />
***DRAFT Podcast Description:<br />
***A skilled user of social media with accessibility expertise will demonstrate how to make shared information more accessible on frequently used platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. Based on needs assessments, these platforms may have a greater likelihood of being used to share CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with disabilities. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This medium targets user audiences who are less likely to use the mainstream internet to seek protective healthcare guidance.<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
***This podcast will demonstrate how accessibility principles can be applied to platforms designed for brief messaging or posting. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform. A related Tip Sheet will be posted on the CIDI website. This podcast will be xx minutes long.<br />
***Presenter(s): ??PwD??<br />
***Facilitator: Sam Peters<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release, depending upon approval: Jan. 20, 2021<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Glossary of ASL Signs'''<br />
***Format(s): Video<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so does American Sign Language (ASL). This video will demonstrate COVID-19 ASL signs to more effectively communicate vital information about COVID-19. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 ASL Signs. <br />
***Presenters: Deaf Link ASL Interpreters<br />
***Facilitator(s): Maureen Linden & Sheryl Ballenger<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release depending upon approval: December 16, 2020<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
**This video will be produced in ASL with captioning and guidance to go along with the video. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform.<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
***Format: Webinar Panel Discussion<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***As businesses continue to operate and/or reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many questions about how businesses can continue operations safely while considering the needs of employees and patrons with disabilities. Join us for a panel discussion with disability leaders, business owners, consultants and professionals as we explore issues and share strategies, solutions and resources. <br />
**Presenters:<br />
***Disability:IN<br />
***EY or PWC<br />
***Publix or Walgreens<br />
***Facilitator: Liz or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: December 16, 2020, 2-3 PM EST; OR January 20, 2021, 2-3 PM EST; OR February 10, 2021, 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021 <br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
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'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
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'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
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'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project will soon be released!<br />
** Manuscript is in final copy editing.<br />
** Release date set for February/ March 2021<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Presentation:<br />
** ATIA (Jan/Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..'' presentation is available now to paid attendees through end of March.<br />
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'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
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'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing Round 3 data. <br />
** Preparing for Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team has submitted a NIDILRR FIP proposal <br />
** Three years, $600K<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
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<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions, mentor recruitment and project webpage is in progress <br />
**Evaluating the applications on a rolling basis<br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
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<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Got feedback from Hanover<br />
*Found a mentor and three advisory board members<br />
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<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Wiki and webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website - Sam, Liz, Shaina<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
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*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
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*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
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***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
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*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
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*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
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*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
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*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
GaDOE FY 21 Update<br />
*Software<br />
**385, 399 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles)<br />
*Portal<br />
**281 total registered portal users <br />
**176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
***156 Districts represented<br />
***9 Charters <br />
***4 State Schools<br />
***7 GNETS <br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Columbia County -loan<br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
**Indirect Questions/Requests – redirecting to the portal<br />
*Miscellaneous<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software as of 2.8.21<br />
*Discovery Survey <br />
**looking at that data<br />
*Webinar Series Collaboration<br />
**Completed 2/3 for the FY21 contract – want support for the 3rd Fall 2021<br />
*Work beginning on the video series<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Camp Speak (AAC Camp) – looking less probable<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
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*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
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*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
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*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- Feb 17th with Naomi and will need people to continue to sign up <br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha will be presenting on Feb 17th for GSU OT Class to cover AT for ADL and Funding<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Met with Thom Synder and Yolanda with DAS in regards to creating new onboarding training webinars<br />
*Last week/s review of AT was recorded- it was sent out and recording is also in the Teams Meeting<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with two additional state agencies<br />
**AccessGA Webinar Feb. 3rd: Moving Beyond Compliance in the Digital Space<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*CDC Foundation<br />
**Social Media Presentation Feb. 18th with Tori<br />
**PDF Remediation for previously submitted Word docs to CDC<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**exploring ways to make their digital assets more accessible<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance being scheduled<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/17/2020&diff=5580TFL Team Meeting - 11/17/20202020-11-16T22:43:34Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''Election Day! Vote. Vote. Vote!'''<br />
*'''Checking In with You!''' <br />
** https://hw.gatech.edu/<br />
* GT Compliance - DUE 11/17<br />
* USG Open Enrollment - DUE 11/6<br />
* TFL - First CR received! (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase!<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (9 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan & (Maureen - moving to Consulting PI)<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Setting up meeting re: AbleData<br />
<br />
=='''CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* CDC Category 3! Review & Discuss. How would You like to help?<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Draft Description:<br />
***Life looks different for many as we collectively navigate through this COVID-19 crisis. Staying safe, healthy and physically distanced is more important now than ever. Apps, extensions and the accessibility features built into various technology platforms can help people stay safe. Come learn and share valuable information about apps for connecting, shopping, navigating and even relaxing. This interactive webinar will leave you full of knowledge and resources for navigating COVID-19.<br />
***Presenters: Tools for Life – Danny Housley and Ciara Montes<br />
***Organizers & Content Creation: Danny <br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: November 12, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME)''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Draft Description:<br />
***Sanitizing durable medical equipment is a top priority for individuals with mobility disabilities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This webinar will share up-to-date CDC guidance and resources that go beyond the everyday cleaning process and discuss what it means to optimize infection prevention. While COVID-19 is more dangerous because we lack treatments and infected persons do not always manifest symptoms, other viruses (e.g., norovirus) persist on solid surfaces much longer. By understanding more about COVID-19 transmission and adopting best practice guidance for cleaning and disinfection, individuals who use DME have another important way of protecting themselves from infection.<br />
**Presenters:<br />
***FODAC<br />
***Project MEND<br />
***REquipment or AT3<br />
<br />
**Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips and Liz Persaud<br />
***Organizer & Content Creation: Trish!<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: November 18, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Glossary of ASL Signs'''<br />
***Format(s): Video<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so does American Sign Language (ASL). This video will demonstrate COVID-19 ASL signs to more effectively communicate vital information about COVID-19. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 ASL Signs. <br />
***Presenters: Deaf Link ASL Interpreters<br />
***Facilitator(s): Maureen Linden & Sheryl Ballenger<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release depending upon approval: December 16, 2020<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
**This video will be produced in ASL with captioning and guidance to go along with the video. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform.<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Draft Description:<br />
***COVID-19 brought with it a need for everyone to follow individual safety measures including the important guidance of wearing face masks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends wearing a face mask or facial covering in public places/retail establishments (e.g., grocery stores, pharmacies, etc.) where it is difficult to maintain at least six feet of physical distance (social distancing) from others. In addition to the CDC recommendations, many state and local governments have required or recommended the use of a face mask or facial covering in indoor and outdoor public spaces. This webinar will outline the CDC guidelines, and explore solutions to challenges some people with disabilities may experience in attempting to follow the guidance. Some disabilities may make it difficult or impossible to wear a face mask and some individuals with mobility/movement disorders may have difficulty putting on, adjusting, and/or removing a face mask without great difficulty or without assistance. Participants will receive tips, resources and guidance regarding face masks as we collectively navigate this challenging time.<br />
***Presenters:<br />
**Autism Speaks or AUCD<br />
**Deaf Link or NDBA<br />
**MDA and/or<br />
**NFB or ACB<br />
***Facilitators: Liz, Danny or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: Dec. 9, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19'''<br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have an active and direct impact on our lives which can affect our mental health on various levels. Within the disability community, there have emerged some unique challenges and surprising outcomes. Many people are experiencing heightened anxiety locally and around the world, social and physical disconnection from others, and ongoing concerns as the unknown unfolds. Interestingly, many people within the disability community have reported they are experiencing increased inclusion and more connectedness than before. This webinar will explore, through the lens of the disability community, various factors for understanding the mental health and resilience impacts of individuals with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will receive tips, resources and guidance for increasing mental health and building resilience as we collectively navigate this challenging time.<br />
***Presenters:<br />
**AUCD, CLD, etc.<br />
**NAMI, DBHDD, etc.<br />
**NCIL or APRIL<br />
***Facilitator: Carolyn Phillips and Danny Housley<br />
***Organizer: Danny<br />
***Content Creator: Trish<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: Dec. 16, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''First-hand Perspectives of COVID-19’s Impact on Individuals with Disabilities and Loved Ones''' <br />
***Format: Podcast<br />
***Podcast DRAFT Idea:<br />
***Individuals with disabilities who have contracted and survived COVID-19 will share their first-hand experiences and lessons learned. Listeners will learn tangible tips about wearing masks, hand washing, staying connected while physically distancing, navigating shopping safely and how to clean during COVID-19. Steps will be shared on how to advocate for safety during COVID-19 in working with personal care attendants and direct support providers. Presenters will also share guidance on how to be safe, yet connected, in your friendships and relationships. Participants will receive COVID-19 tips, resources and guidance directly from survivors as we collectively navigate through this pandemic.<br />
***Presenters: Several individuals have been identified<br />
***Facilitator: Carolyn, Sam or John<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: January 13, 2021; 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''First-Hand Perspectives of COVID-19’s Impact on Individuals with Disabilities and Loved''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Webinar DRAFT Idea:<br />
***Individuals with disabilities who have contracted COVID-19 will share their first-hand experiences and lessons learned. Participants will learn tangible tips about staying connected while physically distancing, navigating shopping safely and how to clean during COVID-19. There will also be demonstrations on wearing masks, hand washing and cleaning. Steps will be shared on how to advocate for safety during COVID-19 in working with personal care attendants and direct support providers. Presenters will also share guidance on how to be safe in your friendships and relationships. Participants will receive COVID-19 tips, resources and guidance directly from survivors as we collectively navigate through this pandemic.<br />
***Presenters: Several individuals have been identified.<br />
***Facilitator: Carolyn, Sam or John<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: February 3, 2021; 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
***Format: Webinar Panel Discussion<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***As businesses continue to operate and/or reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many questions about how businesses can continue operations safely while considering the needs of employees and patrons with disabilities. Join us for a panel discussion with disability leaders, business owners, consultants and professionals as we explore issues and share strategies, solutions and resources. <br />
**Presenters:<br />
***Disability:IN<br />
***EY or PWC<br />
***Publix or Walgreens<br />
***Facilitator: Liz or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: December 16, 2020, 2-3 PM EST; OR January 20, 2021, 2-3 PM EST; OR February 10, 2021, 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021 <br />
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**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
***Formats: Podcast, Brief PDF Tip Sheet<br />
***DRAFT Podcast Description:<br />
***A skilled user of social media with accessibility expertise will demonstrate how to make shared information more accessible on frequently used platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. Based on needs assessments, these platforms may have a greater likelihood of being used to share CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with disabilities. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This medium targets user audiences who are less likely to use the mainstream internet to seek protective healthcare guidance.<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
***This podcast will demonstrate how accessibility principles can be applied to platforms designed for brief messaging or posting. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform. A related Tip Sheet will be posted on the CIDI website. This podcast will be xx minutes long.<br />
***Presenter(s): ??PwD??<br />
***Facilitator: Sam Peters<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release, depending upon approval: Dec. 18, 2020<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been conditionally accepted!<br />
** Revisions have been completed.<br />
** Manuscript was resubmitted last week and has gone for 2nd review.<br />
** "Thank-you" to the co-authors who have assisted in these changes and updates.<br />
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'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Discussions with "GogyUp" - the makers of Snap Reader - in possible replication of "What AT Users Wish.." study<br />
* Presentations:<br />
** GA Ed. Tech Conference (Saturday) ''What Users of AT Wish Teachers Knew..'' <br />
** ATIA (Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..''<br />
*** Pre-recording this session just before Thanksgiving<br />
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'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
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* Upcoming Focus Groups: Supports for Remote Meeting Participation (Nov. 12, 19)<br />
* Planning for Communication in Workplace for Deaf/ASL users<br />
* Other members of the team wrapping up first round of tasks <br />
* Team is exploring a "Utilization Study" to accompany the release of the Work ACCESS Tool.<br />
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'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is under development. <br />
* This version will implement Annabel's visual design for interface. <br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is wrapping up Round 2 data collection.<br />
** Analysis of Round 2 has begun.<br />
* Research Team is contemplating submission of a NIDILRR FIP proposal in December.<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
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'''CDC'''<br />
*Needs Assessment for Braille is complete<br />
**John has conducted the interviews<br />
**Zerrin has analyzed the data and developed the report<br />
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*Needs Assessment and Message Testing & Heuristic Evaluation for Minimizing Text Complexity (MTC) are now complete<br />
** Presentation of findings for Message Testing and Heuristic Eval set for Wednesday at the full CDC team meeting<br />
**Full data reports will follow.<br />
<br />
*Message Testing for Braille is complete<br />
**John has conducted the interviews<br />
**Zerrin has analyzed the data and developed the report<br />
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*Message Testing for MTC is complete<br />
** Ben & Ciara have conducted interviews <br />
** Subject Matter Expert panel has been completed<br />
** Working on reports this week<br />
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<br />
'''USG BOR Survey''' <br />
*Survey for the 2019-2020 has been disseminated<br />
*Had a group meeting with Dr.Sheeks to discuss ideas for revising the survey & platform <br />
*We will present at ACLD meeting<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
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'''Updates'''<br />
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*''' Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures (status check, postpone deadline to April 2021) - Liz, Sam<br />
**Keeping wiki updated and organized - Tori<br />
**TFL Website - Sam, Shaina<br />
**Working on training plan to host more virtually - be thinking about this - will circle back in 2021<br />
**Presentation for Cobb Libraries 12/2 - Sam, Danny and Liz<br />
**State Agency Trainings with John Rempel 11/17, 12/1, 12/8 - Liz and Carolyn<br />
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*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Carolyn PI, Johan, Maureen and Liz Co-PI, Sam Project Management<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations/webinars<br />
****Category 3 webinar coordination - Thanks to Ciara, Danny and CP for the Apps webinar on 11/12! Sanitization of Personal DME is on Wed 11/18 - Liz & CP<br />
****Will provide templates to you for outreach to potential partners <br />
****Project management - Sam <br />
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*'''Social Media'''<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post and share with TFL followers<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages with your networks and others <br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**Exploring 2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
***Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a) - Liz, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
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*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Updating CRC's and CEUs for live and archived webinars - Liz & Tori<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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*K-12 Contract FY 20 Updates<br />
** Portal <br />
*** 271 Users registered representing <br />
****147 local districts<br />
**** 10 Charter Schools<br />
**** 4 State Schools<br />
**** 7 Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Supports (GNETS)<br />
****Total of 168 Local Education Agencies (LEA’s) Represented<br />
*Software <br />
**105 districts signed and operational <br />
** 385,538 licenses requested (287,987 licenses provisioned as of 10.19) <br />
*Consultation Requests 6 this month; on-going; complex; generating a written summary for districts) <br />
** loan requests: no new, but anticipating loans as a result of these consultations, many indicating waiting until after new year or see about return to F2F instruction<br />
*EdTrade – working towards finalizing and roll-out<br />
* Discovery Surveys – sent out – 111 responses to date<br />
*Preparing to complete the 3rd and final collaborative webinar with GaDOE for the FY20 contract – Using Text to Speech to Support the Struggling Writer – November 10; 3:00 -3:30, hosted by GaDOE<br />
* AAC Camp Work: Gina and DeeDee continue to participate in committee work to develop a local AAC Camp. Camp Speak will be day camp for individuals who utilize or are learning to utilize augmentative and alternative communication AAC for interactive communication. Ben has also been invited to participate to contribute in looking at grants and research opportunities. Meet monthly. <br />
* Gina will be representing the Institute on Human Development and Disability/ UCEDD (IHDD) at UGA to represent the Community Advisory Council (CAC) by serving as member on the College Transition Partnership grant. <br />
** The grant was jointly submitted with the Institute on Human Development and Disability/UCEDD (IHDD) at the University of Georgia and the Center for Leadership (CLD) in Disability/UCEDD at GSU (lead organizations).<br />
** The Georgia College Transition Partnership seeks to increase the proportion of college graduates with ASD who are either employed in careers related to their college majors with wages comparable to other college graduates in their field, or are enrolled in a graduate school in their field of choice. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work/graduate education for students on the autism spectrum.<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
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*Device Demo 10/1-19- 9/30/20 All Centers 481<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/19 - 9/30/20 TFL 79<br />
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*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present All Centers 236<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present TFL 91<br />
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*Device Reutilization 3361<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- DeeDee will be presenting this Wed on AAC apps. Do we want to continue this in 2021?<br />
*DAS Cares Act Funding- Waiting for the contract to be finalized so we can begin working on the deliverables. Rescheduling the training on AT and Social Isolation originally set for this Thurs. until after contract is complete.<br />
Meetings scheduled this week with Liz Head, Dept Public Health and Kim McCrae, Culture Change Network of Ga re: potential collaborations in the space of Dementia and Alzheimer, which fits well with many of our AT Aging Well projects. <br />
*MTC group is keeping to dates and timelines (Thank you DeeDee)<br />
*Sarah, Sal, Rachel, Martha- tuned in the completed updates for the Washington Tags of equipment that was found after database was reviewed to Nima! <br />
*Sal- update on Social Isolation Friday meetings<br />
*requests for AT solutions continue to come in from our network (AAA/ADRC's and FODAC) and following webinars/presentations from participants.<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
'''Device Loan'''<br />
# I got a chance to do some hands on with the Orcam Read <br />
# Other equipment was returned including the Vision Buddy, Trifecta and MyEye 2<br />
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'''Presentations'''<br />
# UGA Today<br />
# APRIL next Thursday<br />
# GSU next Friday<br />
# Completed one on physical access with a work focus<br />
# Working on a presentation for safety <br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
# Working with GT HR on an accommodation for an employee<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**DHS – Consent Order addressing Section 504/ADA compliance<br />
***Web Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
**Disability Awareness & Sensitivity Training<br />
***registration and pre-training questionnaire results completed (153 registrars)<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Georgia Dept. of Corrections<br />
***Dept. of Community Supervision<br />
***Attorney General’s Office<br />
***Dept. of Juvenile Justice<br />
<br />
**GPLS Tech Boot Camp 2020 – Oct. 29th<br />
<br />
**Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Accessibility review of their recently updated policies and procedures in Google Docs<br />
***Web accessibility evaluation<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance <br />
<br />
*Virginia Commonwealth University<br />
**webinar preparation<br />
<br />
*CDC Foundation<br />
**updated web accessibility evaluation review to reflect best practices and changing CDC pages<br />
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*The NORA Project<br />
**initial accessibility review of Squarespace CMS<br />
**full accessibility review planned after build-out<br />
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*Emory University (Rollins School of Public Health)<br />
**Web a11y evaluation <br />
**technical assistance review of application<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
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*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
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**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
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=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
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** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
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** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
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** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
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*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
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*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
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*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
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* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
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* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
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*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
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*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/3/20&diff=5551TFL Team Meeting - 11/3/202020-11-02T22:10:44Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* Check In - <br />
** https://hw.gatech.edu/<br />
** https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/ep/behavioral/anxiety.pdf<br />
* TFL - CR funds released in Late October<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act<br />
** GaDOE FY20 & FY 21 - Co-PI Gina<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI Martha & Zerrin <br />
** CDC Contract (9 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan & Maureen<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K<br />
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=='''CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* CDC Category 3! Review & Discuss. How would You like to help?<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Draft Description:<br />
***Life looks different for many as we collectively navigate through this COVID-19 crisis. Staying safe, healthy and physically distanced is more important now than ever. Apps, extensions and the accessibility features built into various technology platforms can help people stay safe. Come learn and share valuable information about apps for connecting, shopping, navigating and even relaxing. This interactive webinar will leave you full of knowledge and resources for navigating COVID-19.<br />
***Presenters: Tools for Life – Danny Housley and Ciara Montes<br />
***Organizers & Content Creation: Danny <br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: November 11, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME)''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Draft Description:<br />
***Sanitizing durable medical equipment is a top priority for individuals with mobility disabilities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This webinar will share up-to-date CDC guidance and resources that go beyond the everyday cleaning process and discuss what it means to optimize infection prevention. While COVID-19 is more dangerous because we lack treatments and infected persons do not always manifest symptoms, other viruses (e.g., norovirus) persist on solid surfaces much longer. By understanding more about COVID-19 transmission and adopting best practice guidance for cleaning and disinfection, individuals who use DME have another important way of protecting themselves from infection.<br />
**Presenters:<br />
***FODAC<br />
***Project MEND<br />
***REquipment or AT3<br />
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**Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips and Liz Persaud<br />
***Organizer & Content Creation: Trish!<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: November 18, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''COVID-19 Glossary of ASL Signs'''<br />
***Format(s): Video<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so does American Sign Language (ASL). This video will demonstrate COVID-19 ASL signs to more effectively communicate vital information about COVID-19. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 ASL Signs. <br />
***Presenters: Deaf Link ASL Interpreters<br />
***Facilitator(s): Maureen Linden & Sheryl Ballenger<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release depending upon approval: December 16, 2020<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
**This video will be produced in ASL with captioning and guidance to go along with the video. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform.<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Draft Description:<br />
***COVID-19 brought with it a need for everyone to follow individual safety measures including the important guidance of wearing face masks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends wearing a face mask or facial covering in public places/retail establishments (e.g., grocery stores, pharmacies, etc.) where it is difficult to maintain at least six feet of physical distance (social distancing) from others. In addition to the CDC recommendations, many state and local governments have required or recommended the use of a face mask or facial covering in indoor and outdoor public spaces. This webinar will outline the CDC guidelines, and explore solutions to challenges some people with disabilities may experience in attempting to follow the guidance. Some disabilities may make it difficult or impossible to wear a face mask and some individuals with mobility/movement disorders may have difficulty putting on, adjusting, and/or removing a face mask without great difficulty or without assistance. Participants will receive tips, resources and guidance regarding face masks as we collectively navigate this challenging time.<br />
***Presenters:<br />
**Autism Speaks or AUCD<br />
**Deaf Link or NDBA<br />
**MDA and/or<br />
**NFB or ACB<br />
***Facilitators: Liz, Danny or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: Dec. 9, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19'''<br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have an active and direct impact on our lives which can affect our mental health on various levels. Within the disability community, there have emerged some unique challenges and surprising outcomes. Many people are experiencing heightened anxiety locally and around the world, social and physical disconnection from others, and ongoing concerns as the unknown unfolds. Interestingly, many people within the disability community have reported they are experiencing increased inclusion and more connectedness than before. This webinar will explore, through the lens of the disability community, various factors for understanding the mental health and resilience impacts of individuals with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will receive tips, resources and guidance for increasing mental health and building resilience as we collectively navigate this challenging time.<br />
***Presenters:<br />
**AUCD, CLD, etc.<br />
**NAMI, DBHDD, etc.<br />
**NCIL or APRIL<br />
***Facilitator: Carolyn Phillips and Danny Housley<br />
***Organizer: Danny<br />
***Content Creator: Trish<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: Dec. 16, 2020; 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''First-hand Perspectives of COVID-19’s Impact on Individuals with Disabilities and Loved Ones''' <br />
***Format: Podcast<br />
***Podcast DRAFT Idea:<br />
***Individuals with disabilities who have contracted and survived COVID-19 will share their first-hand experiences and lessons learned. Listeners will learn tangible tips about wearing masks, hand washing, staying connected while physically distancing, navigating shopping safely and how to clean during COVID-19. Steps will be shared on how to advocate for safety during COVID-19 in working with personal care attendants and direct support providers. Presenters will also share guidance on how to be safe, yet connected, in your friendships and relationships. Participants will receive COVID-19 tips, resources and guidance directly from survivors as we collectively navigate through this pandemic.<br />
***Presenters: Several individuals have been identified<br />
***Facilitator: Carolyn, Sam or John<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: January 13, 2021; 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''First-Hand Perspectives of COVID-19’s Impact on Individuals with Disabilities and Loved''' <br />
***Format: Webinar<br />
***Webinar DRAFT Idea:<br />
***Individuals with disabilities who have contracted COVID-19 will share their first-hand experiences and lessons learned. Participants will learn tangible tips about staying connected while physically distancing, navigating shopping safely and how to clean during COVID-19. There will also be demonstrations on wearing masks, hand washing and cleaning. Steps will be shared on how to advocate for safety during COVID-19 in working with personal care attendants and direct support providers. Presenters will also share guidance on how to be safe in your friendships and relationships. Participants will receive COVID-19 tips, resources and guidance directly from survivors as we collectively navigate through this pandemic.<br />
***Presenters: Several individuals have been identified.<br />
***Facilitator: Carolyn, Sam or John<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: February 3, 2021; 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
***Format: Webinar Panel Discussion<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***As businesses continue to operate and/or reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many questions about how businesses can continue operations safely while considering the needs of employees and patrons with disabilities. Join us for a panel discussion with disability leaders, business owners, consultants and professionals as we explore issues and share strategies, solutions and resources. <br />
**Presenters:<br />
***Disability:IN<br />
***EY or PWC<br />
***Publix or Walgreens<br />
***Facilitator: Liz or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: December 16, 2020, 2-3 PM EST; OR January 20, 2021, 2-3 PM EST; OR February 10, 2021, 2-3 PM EST<br />
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**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021 <br />
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**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
***Formats: Podcast, Brief PDF Tip Sheet<br />
***DRAFT Podcast Description:<br />
***A skilled user of social media with accessibility expertise will demonstrate how to make shared information more accessible on frequently used platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. Based on needs assessments, these platforms may have a greater likelihood of being used to share CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with disabilities. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This medium targets user audiences who are less likely to use the mainstream internet to seek protective healthcare guidance.<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
***This podcast will demonstrate how accessibility principles can be applied to platforms designed for brief messaging or posting. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform. A related Tip Sheet will be posted on the CIDI website. This podcast will be xx minutes long.<br />
***Presenter(s): ??PwD??<br />
***Facilitator: Sam Peters<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release, depending upon approval: Dec. 18, 2020<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been conditionally accepted!<br />
** Some revision is required <br />
** May need assistance from the co-authors to get these changes addressed.<br />
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'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Interest from "GogyUp" - the makers of Snap Reader - in possible replication of "What AT Users Wish.." study<br />
** SBIR-NSF Stage 1 grant - March `21 submission contemplated<br />
** Thanks to Ciara for her help in making this connection <br />
* Presentations have been accepted at these virtual conferences: <br />
** GA Ed. Tech Conference (Nov) ''What Users of AT Wish Teachers Knew..''<br />
** ATIA (Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..''<br />
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'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Just completed "Telework" - webinar Oct 14th<br />
* Ben has submitted final draft of "Communication" branch.<br />
* Ben, Sheryl Ballanger are beginning 2 new branches: <br />
** Supports for Remote Meeting Participation (Tentative Focus Group Oct 29)<br />
** Communication in workplace for Deaf/ASL users<br />
* Other members of the team wrapping up first round of tasks on "Reading & Writing":<br />
** proofing, short descriptions, validation, tagging & mapping to decision tree, etc.)<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model (skeleton) is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version coming later this month. <br />
* Annabel is helping with visual design for interface <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is completing analysis on first round of data collection.<br />
** Round 2 is being designed and is expected to be launched by the end of October.<br />
* Research Team is contemplating submission of a NIDILRR FIP proposal in December.<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
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'''CDC'''<br />
*Needs Assessment for Braille is complete<br />
**John has conducted the interviews<br />
**Zerrin has analyzed the data and developed the report<br />
<br />
*Needs Assessment for Minimizing Text Complexity (MTC) is complete<br />
** Ben & Ciara have conducted the interviews <br />
**Zerrin has analyzed the data and developed the report<br />
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*Message Testing for Braille is complete<br />
**John has conducted the interviews<br />
**Zerrin has analyzed the data and developed the report<br />
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*Message Testing for MTC is under way<br />
** Ben & Ciara have conducted interviews <br />
** Subject Matter Expert panel has been launched<br />
** Expect to wrap up next week<br />
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<br />
'''USG BOR Survey''' <br />
*Survey for the 2019-2020 has been disseminated<br />
*Had a group meeting with Dr.Sheeks to discuss ideas for revising the survey & platform <br />
*We will present at ACLD meeting<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*''' Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
**Keeping wiki updated and organized - Tori<br />
**TFL Website - Sam, Shaina<br />
**Working on training plan to host more virtually <br />
**GATE 2020 update - Sam<br />
**NDEAM presentation for the ACEC (American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia) Georgia Inclusion & Diversity Task Force this Wednesday at 11 - Tori & Liz<br />
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*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Carolyn PI, Johan, Maureen and Liz Co-PI, Sam Project Management <br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations/webinars<br />
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*'''Social Media'''<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post and share with TFL followers<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages with your networks and others <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**Exploring 2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
***Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a) - Liz, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Updating CRC's and CEUs for live and archived webinars - Liz & Tori<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*K-12 Contract FY 20 Updates<br />
** Portal <br />
*** 271 Users registered representing <br />
****147 local districts<br />
**** 10 Charter Schools<br />
**** 4 State Schools<br />
**** 7 Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Supports (GNETS)<br />
****Total of 168 Local Education Agencies (LEA’s) Represented<br />
*Software <br />
**105 districts signed and operational <br />
** 385,538 licenses requested (287,987 licenses provisioned as of 10.19) <br />
*Consultation Requests 6 this month; on-going; complex; generating a written summary for districts) <br />
** loan requests: no new, but anticipating loans as a result of these consultations, many indicating waiting until after new year or see about return to F2F instruction<br />
*EdTrade – working towards finalizing and roll-out<br />
* Discovery Surveys – sent out – 111 responses to date<br />
*Preparing to complete the 3rd and final collaborative webinar with GaDOE for the FY20 contract – Using Text to Speech to Support the Struggling Writer – November 10; 3:00 -3:30, hosted by GaDOE<br />
* AAC Camp Work: Gina and DeeDee continue to participate in committee work to develop a local AAC Camp. Camp Speak will be day camp for individuals who utilize or are learning to utilize augmentative and alternative communication AAC for interactive communication. Ben has also been invited to participate to contribute in looking at grants and research opportunities. Meet monthly. <br />
* Gina will be representing the Institute on Human Development and Disability/ UCEDD (IHDD) at UGA to represent the Community Advisory Council (CAC) by serving as member on the College Transition Partnership grant. <br />
** The grant was jointly submitted with the Institute on Human Development and Disability/UCEDD (IHDD) at the University of Georgia and the Center for Leadership (CLD) in Disability/UCEDD at GSU (lead organizations).<br />
** The Georgia College Transition Partnership seeks to increase the proportion of college graduates with ASD who are either employed in careers related to their college majors with wages comparable to other college graduates in their field, or are enrolled in a graduate school in their field of choice. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work/graduate education for students on the autism spectrum.<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
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*Device Demo 10/1-19- 9/30/20 All Centers 481<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/19 - 9/30/20 TFL 79<br />
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*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present All Centers 236<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present TFL 91<br />
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*Device Reutilization 3361<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- DeeDee will be presenting this Wed on AAC apps. Do we want to continue this in 2021?<br />
*DAS Cares Act Funding- Waiting for the contract to be finalized so we can begin<br />
*Working with Yolanda and Karen on the first training in November 19th- will present TFL 101 and some AT for social isolation. Should be 1 hour.<br />
*MTC group is keeping to dates and timelines (Thank you DeeDee)<br />
*Sarah, Sal, Rachel, Martha- working on the new Washington Tags of equipment that was found after database was reviewed. There are several that we are working on and tagging for Nima.<br />
*Sal- update on Social Isolation Friday meetings<br />
*requests for AT solutions continue to come in from our network (AAA/ADRC's and FODAC) and following webinars/presentations from participants.<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
'''Device Loan'''<br />
# I got a chance to do some hands on with the Orcam Read <br />
# Other equipment was returned including the Vision Buddy, Trifecta and MyEye 2<br />
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'''Presentations'''<br />
# UGA Today<br />
# APRIL next Thursday<br />
# GSU next Friday<br />
# Completed one on physical access with a work focus<br />
# Working on a presentation for safety <br />
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'''Other Updates'''<br />
# Working with GT HR on an accommodation for an employee<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA<br />
**DHS – Consent Order addressing Section 504/ADA compliance<br />
***Web Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Disability Awareness & Sensitivity Training<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Georgia Dept. of Corrections<br />
***Dept. of Community Supervision<br />
***Attorney General’s Office<br />
***Dept. of Juvenile Justice<br />
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*ADA Conference moved to 1st quarter of 2020<br />
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*Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
**An accessibility review of recently updated policies and procedures<br />
**Web accessibility evaluation<br />
**Follow-up technical assistance<br />
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<br />
*Georgia ADA Conference<br />
**Scheduled for 1st quarter of 2020<br />
**One presentation (Overview of a11y related to online meeting/webinar platforms)<br />
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*Virginia Commonwealth University<br />
**beginning work on deliverables<br />
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*CDC Foundation<br />
**ongoing UX testing/Compliance and best practice reviews<br />
**Overview of web accessibility evaluation<br />
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<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**The Nora Project’s award-winning school programming allows students to explore disability, adaptation, and friendship in exciting and innovative ways.<br />
<br />
<br />
*Emory University (Rollins School of Public Health)<br />
**Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance review of application<br />
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=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*October<br />
**Employment<br />
***Tool Kit: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)<br />
What can YOU do? Campaign for Disability Employment (CDE)<br />
Resources: Employment from the ADA National Network<br />
Podcasts & Resources: ADA Live! by Topic - employment (ADA Title I)<br />
ADA Live! Episode 73: Do You Want a Job or a Career?<br />
**Reflections on National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)<br />
**More ways to listen:<br />
***SoundCloud ADA Live! Episode 73<br />
***Accessible Captioning & Interactive Transcript for ADA Live! Episode 73<br />
***Interactive Transcript for ADA Live! Episode 73<br />
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**Hashtags:<br />
#NDEAM #RightTalentRightNow #ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
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**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
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=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
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** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
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** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
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** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Send in your Success Stories and ensure your TFL Data is submitted.<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021<br />
# Send CP your ideas for get togethers <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th.</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/4/2020&diff=5396TFL Team Meeting - 8/4/20202020-08-03T21:20:43Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* Check In - How are You?<br />
** USG COVID-19; HR Plan/Return to work - Questions?<br />
* TFL Advisory Council Development <br />
* TFL 30th Anniversary<br />
* TFL Website - New! Need Everyone's help. Accessibility!<br />
* Credit-Able Discussions & Path for long-term Sustainability <br />
* ADA Celebration - Plan & Help!<br />
** Disability 101<br />
** Disability Awareness for Researchers <br />
* Funding:<br />
** GaDOE FY20 & FY 21 - Co-PI Gina<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI Martha & <br />
** Georgia Division of Aging Services (DAS) - <br />
** CDC Contract (9 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz & Johan<br />
** MENTAL COVID-19 Grant - Co-PI Maureen Linden<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* TFL (Vol 15) Article on DBHDD Project has been submitted. <br />
* Waiting for results of peer review.<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' complete<br />
* Report will be submitted shortly<br />
* Presentations have been submitted to: <br />
** GA Ed. Tech Conference (Nov/Atlanta)<br />
** ATIA (Feb/virtual)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Liz & Carolyn - Working on "Telework"<br />
* Ben & Dee Dee finalizing "Communication" tags and descriptions<br />
* Other members of the team wrapping up first round of tasks on "Reading & Writing":<br />
* proofing, short descriptions, validation, tagging & mapping to decision tree, etc.)<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model (skeleton) is out on a server for preliminary review. More robust version coming soon. <br />
* Annabel is helping with visual design for interface <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT) Small Bets project''' kicked off July 1st.<br />
* Team has finalized panel of AT "power users"<br />
* First round of data collection will start in late August.<br />
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'''Other Projects:'''<br />
* '''Aging - Decision Tree Project''' (Washington State)<br />
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*'''PIT-UN Challenge'''<br />
**submitted<br />
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*'''CDC'''<br />
**working with John<br />
***UX methodology<br />
***IRB <br />
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*'''USG BOR Survey''' <br />
**had a meeting with Gerry and Will <br />
**we will reach out to ACLD<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*''' Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
***How's it going?<br />
**Wiki PPT submissions - Tori<br />
**TFL Website Redo - Liz, Sam, Shaina, CP<br />
***Everyone will have a piece in this project<br />
**PIOC website key pieces built into TFL<br />
**Wiki cleanup, possible transition to Zendesk<br />
**Diversity Symposium on September 9 - Liz, Danny<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
** Carolyn PI, Johan and Liz Co-PI<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media'''<br />
**ADA Celebration!<br />
***TFL Team ADA Questions - Thank you to everyone who has responded so far! We will be highlighting everyone over the next few weeks.<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages and posts<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**Finished videos - Raminta<br />
**Finished document remediation - Tori<br />
**Last webinar tomorrow!<br />
**Exploring 2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
***Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a) - CP, Liz, Rachel and Martha<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Able to offer CRC's and CEUs<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K -12<br />
*K-12 Contract FY 20 Updates <br />
** Portal<br />
***193 users registered representing:<br />
**** 127 districts<br />
**** 8 Charter Schools<br />
**** 3 State Schools<br />
**** 1 Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support (GNETS)<br />
**Software<br />
*** 84 districts signed and operational<br />
*** 237,600 licenses (Read & Write, EquatIO, & WriQ)<br />
** Deliverables In Process and/or On-going<br />
*** 5 mini videos (Speech-to-Text, Text-to-Speech, Graphic Organizers, Captioning, & Visual Supports)<br />
*** Consultations – Portal open for consultations<br />
*** Loans – prepared to begin loans for 2020-21 school; loan to districts requesting<br />
*** supporting webinars with Texthelp & GaDOE (contract to do 3 webinars, we’ve done 1) to continue to support software support and implementation<br />
*** EdTrade – development in process; materials development for roll-out<br />
*** Discovery Surveys – beginning stages<br />
*K-12 Contract FY21 Updates<br />
**New Statement of Deliverables & Budget to GaDOE end of July (go through committees and ready for State Board of Education (SBOE) September meeting for approval (no SBOE Oct. mtg), go through contract process and be ready for Jan. 2021 implementation)<br />
** GVRA funds – Statement of work – moving forward and preparing to submit<br />
** Notified GaDOE as a courtesy and responded to a request that Tools for Life no longer doing AT/AAC evaluations K-12 – “I would like to inform you that Tools for Life is no longer offering assistive technology / augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) evaluations as part of our continuum of services. The need in this area is growing so rapidly and intensely among Georgia districts that Tools for Life cannot keep up with the demand and provide quality and timely service throughout Georgia. As you move forward in looking for other providers, I'd suggest checking the Special Needs Database on the Parent to Parent of Georgia website.”<br />
*Accessible Educational Materials Cohort Application<br />
** collaboratively worked on this with GaDOE with active roles from TFL and CIDI<br />
** waiting on the 2020-2024 AEM Cohort to be announced (don’t have an announcement date) – five states will be selected<br />
** intensive AEM technical assistance<br />
*Georgia School for the Deaf (GSD) Contract<br />
** new administration at GSD; administration that spearheaded the contract left<br />
** former administration supported moving the current contract training format from 2 – 4 hour sessions to 4 -2 hour sessions virtual format. Working with new administration. <br />
*AAC State Strategic Plan<br />
*Revising GPAT AT Resource Guide<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
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*Device Demo 10/1-19 until present All Centers 291<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/19 - Present TFL 77<br />
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*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present All Centers 193<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present TFL 80<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2921<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays are going great! Next on will be August 12 with Ciara covering Capti. Need people to sign up for Sept<br />
*Working with Liz to turn some of these into an hour for CRC and CEU credits<br />
*DAS Cares Act Funding as been approved!<br />
**SOW<br />
**1. Assist 39 consumers (at least 3 in each of Georgia’s 12 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Planning and Service Areas) with procurement of appropriate AT solutions (including set-up/training/support on use of device) to address Activities of Daily Living/Independent Activities of Daily Living (ADL/IADL) needs and/or social connectedness (including connectivity solutions, data plans, etc..). Telephonic support on device use should remain available throughout contract period.<br />
**2. Provide assessments to identify appropriate AT solutions to 16 clients, serving at least one client in each of GA’s 12 AAA Planning and Service Areas (maximum of 1 client served in Atlanta region). Maximum rate per assessment is $1,500, inclusive of mileage/travel expenses/staff time/tools used in assessment. <br />
**3. Provide one online training/education event regarding AT solutions, implementation, or access/funding options in each quarter of the contract period for a total of 4 trainings.<br />
**4. Initiate design and development of Dementia and/or Social Connection/Isolation ACCESS (Addressing Concerns and Challenges with Everyday Solution Strategies) system to help Georgia’s ADRC network identify AT solutions quickly and accurately. <br />
**5. Provide client and service data and monthly reports to DAS as required. <br />
<br />
*Carolyn, John and Martha to follow up with Dr. Lisa Adams and Rick Sigman with the University of West Ga Wednesday. <br />
*Washington Access AT List has been completed and Sarah, Sal, Martha, and Rachel are reviewing and making changes<br />
*Washington ACCESS- Rachel, Sarah, Sal, and I finishing spreadsheet to get to Matthew on Thursday<br />
*Display equipment for AAC lab has been submitted and approved, computer access equipment is being researched.<br />
*Working on product and AAC information sheets for AAC lab<br />
*Work Access Communication tasks are being finalized<br />
<br />
*Additionally: Virtual demo provided last week and another one scheduled this week with consumers reaching out to TFL for AT guidance.<br />
*Ga State Gerontology class- Rachel and Sal participated in a virtual presentation: "Careers in Aging: Meet the Expert"<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
<br />
'''Dollars and Sense'''<br />
# Who wants to give it a look and help with content development <br />
<br />
'''gTRADE'''<br />
# After meeting with Matthew on EdTRADE, it should be pretty easy to relaunch gTRADE<br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Processing some of the backlog of apps since March <br />
# Discussions continue on relocating <br />
<br />
'''Other'''<br />
# I will be on leave from 7/10-7/17 and will not be checking e-mail/voicemail<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/4/2020&diff=5395TFL Team Meeting - 8/4/20202020-08-03T21:20:05Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* Check In - How are You?<br />
** USG COVID-19; HR Plan/Return to work - Questions?<br />
* TFL Advisory Council Development <br />
* TFL 30th Anniversary<br />
* TFL Website - New! Need Everyone's help. Accessibility!<br />
* Credit-Able Discussions & Path for long-term Sustainability <br />
* ADA Celebration - Plan & Help!<br />
** Disability 101<br />
** Disability Awareness for Researchers <br />
* Funding:<br />
** GaDOE FY20 & FY 21 - Co-PI Gina<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI Martha & <br />
** Georgia Division of Aging Services (DAS) - <br />
** CDC Contract (9 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz & Johan<br />
** MENTAL COVID-19 Grant - Co-PI Maureen Linden<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* TFL (Vol 15) Article on DBHDD Project has been submitted. <br />
* Waiting for results of peer review.<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' complete<br />
* Report will be submitted shortly<br />
* Presentations have been submitted to: <br />
** GA Ed. Tech Conference (Nov/Atlanta)<br />
** ATIA (Feb/virtual)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Liz & Carolyn - Working on "Telework"<br />
* Ben & Dee Dee finalizing "Communication" tags and descriptions<br />
* Other members of the team wrapping up first round of tasks on "Reading & Writing":<br />
* proofing, short descriptions, validation, tagging & mapping to decision tree, etc.)<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model (skeleton) is out on a server for preliminary review. More robust version coming soon. <br />
* Annabel is helping with visual design for interface <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT) Small Bets project''' kicked off July 1st.<br />
* Team has finalized panel of AT "power users"<br />
* First round of data collection will start in late August.<br />
<br />
'''Other Projects:'''<br />
* '''Aging - Decision Tree Project''' (Washington State)<br />
<br />
*'''PIT-UN Challenge'''<br />
**submitted<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**working with John<br />
***UX methodology<br />
***IRB <br />
<br />
*'''USG BOR Survey''' <br />
**had a meeting with Gerry and Will <br />
**we will reach out to ACLD<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*''' Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
***How's it going?<br />
**Wiki PPT submissions - Tori<br />
**TFL Website Redo - Liz, Sam, Shaina, CP<br />
***Everyone will have a piece in this project<br />
**PIOC website key pieces built into TFL<br />
**Wiki cleanup, possible transition to Zendesk<br />
**Diversity Symposium on September 9 - Liz, Danny<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
** Carolyn PI, Johan and Liz Co-PI<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media'''<br />
**ADA Celebration!<br />
***TFL Team ADA Questions - Thank you to everyone who has responded so far! We will be highlighting everyone over the next few weeks.<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages and posts<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**Finished videos - Raminta<br />
**Finished document remediation - Tori<br />
**Last webinar tomorrow!<br />
**Exploring 2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
***Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a) - CP, Liz, Rachel and Martha<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Able to offer CRC's and CEUs<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K -12<br />
*K-12 Contract FY 20 Updates <br />
** Portal<br />
***193 users registered representing:<br />
**** 127 districts<br />
**** 8 Charter Schools<br />
**** 3 State Schools<br />
**** 1 Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support (GNETS)<br />
**Software<br />
*** 84 districts signed and operational<br />
*** 237,600 licenses (Read & Write, EquatIO, & WriQ)<br />
** Deliverables In Process and/or On-going<br />
*** 5 mini videos (Speech-to-Text, Text-to-Speech, Graphic Organizers, Captioning, & Visual Supports)<br />
*** Consultations – Portal open for consultations<br />
*** Loans – prepared to begin loans for 2020-21 school; loan to districts requesting<br />
*** supporting webinars with Texthelp & GaDOE (contract to do 3 webinars, we’ve done 1) to continue to support software support and implementation<br />
*** EdTrade – development in process; materials development for roll-out<br />
*** Discovery Surveys – beginning stages<br />
*K-12 Contract FY21 Updates<br />
**New Statement of Deliverables & Budget to GaDOE end of July (go through committees and ready for State Board of Education (SBOE) September meeting for approval (no SBOE Oct. mtg), go through contract process and be ready for Jan. 2021 implementation)<br />
** GVRA funds – Statement of work – moving forward and preparing to submit<br />
** Notified GaDOE as a courtesy and responded to a request that Tools for Life no longer doing AT/AAC evaluations K-12 – “I would like to inform you that Tools for Life is no longer offering assistive technology / augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) evaluations as part of our continuum of services. The need in this area is growing so rapidly and intensely among Georgia districts that Tools for Life cannot keep up with the demand and provide quality and timely service throughout Georgia. As you move forward in looking for other providers, I'd suggest checking the Special Needs Database on the Parent to Parent of Georgia website.”<br />
*Accessible Educational Materials Cohort Application<br />
** collaboratively worked on this with GaDOE with active roles from TFL and CIDI<br />
** waiting on the 2020-2024 AEM Cohort to be announced (don’t have an announcement date) – five states will be selected<br />
** intensive AEM technical assistance<br />
*Georgia School for the Deaf (GSD) Contract<br />
** new administration at GSD; administration that spearheaded the contract left<br />
** former administration supported moving the current contract training format from 2 – 4 hour sessions to 4 -2 hour sessions virtual format. Working with new administration. <br />
*AAC State Strategic Plan<br />
*Revising GPAT AT Resource Guide<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1-19 until present All Centers 291<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/19 - Present TFL 77<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present All Centers 193<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present TFL 80<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2921<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays are going great! Next on will be August 12 with Ciara covering Capti. Need people to sign up for Sept<br />
*Working with Liz to turn some of these into an hour for CRC and CEU credits<br />
*DAS Cares Act Funding as been approved!<br />
**SOW<br />
**1. Assist 39 consumers (at least 3 in each of Georgia’s 12 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Planning and Service Areas) with procurement of appropriate AT solutions (including set-up/training/support on use of device) to address Activities of Daily Living/Independent Activities of Daily Living (ADL/IADL) needs and/or social connectedness (including connectivity solutions, data plans, etc..). Telephonic support on device use should remain available throughout contract period.<br />
**2. Provide assessments to identify appropriate AT solutions to 16 clients, serving at least one client in each of GA’s 12 AAA Planning and Service Areas (maximum of 1 client served in Atlanta region). Maximum rate per assessment is $1,500, inclusive of mileage/travel expenses/staff time/tools used in assessment. <br />
**3. Provide one online training/education event regarding AT solutions, implementation, or access/funding options in each quarter of the contract period for a total of 4 trainings.<br />
**4. Initiate design and development of Dementia and/or Social Connection/Isolation ACCESS (Addressing Concerns and Challenges with Everyday Solution Strategies) system to help Georgia’s ADRC network identify AT solutions quickly and accurately. <br />
**5. Provide client and service data and monthly reports to DAS as required. <br />
<br />
*Carolyn, John and Martha to follow up with Dr. Lisa Adams and Rick Sigman with the University of West Ga Wednesday. <br />
*Washington Access AT List has been completed and Sarah, Sal, Martha, and Rachel are reviewing and making changes<br />
*Washington ACCESS- Rachel, Sarah, Sal, and I finishing spreadsheet to get to Matthew on Thursday<br />
*Display equipment for AAC lab has been submitted and approved, computer access equipment is being researched.<br />
*Working on product and AAC information sheets for AAC lab<br />
*Work Access Communication tasks are being finalized<br />
<br />
*Additionally: Virtual demo provided last week and another one scheduled this week with consumers reaching out to TFL for AT help.<br />
*Ga State Gerontology class- Rachel and Sal participated in a virtual presentation: "Careers in Aging: Meet the Expert"<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
<br />
'''Dollars and Sense'''<br />
# Who wants to give it a look and help with content development <br />
<br />
'''gTRADE'''<br />
# After meeting with Matthew on EdTRADE, it should be pretty easy to relaunch gTRADE<br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Processing some of the backlog of apps since March <br />
# Discussions continue on relocating <br />
<br />
'''Other'''<br />
# I will be on leave from 7/10-7/17 and will not be checking e-mail/voicemail<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/4/2020&diff=5394TFL Team Meeting - 8/4/20202020-08-03T21:19:41Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* Check In - How are You?<br />
** USG COVID-19; HR Plan/Return to work - Questions?<br />
* TFL Advisory Council Development <br />
* TFL 30th Anniversary<br />
* TFL Website - New! Need Everyone's help. Accessibility!<br />
* Credit-Able Discussions & Path for long-term Sustainability <br />
* ADA Celebration - Plan & Help!<br />
** Disability 101<br />
** Disability Awareness for Researchers <br />
* Funding:<br />
** GaDOE FY20 & FY 21 - Co-PI Gina<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI Martha & <br />
** Georgia Division of Aging Services (DAS) - <br />
** CDC Contract (9 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz & Johan<br />
** MENTAL COVID-19 Grant - Co-PI Maureen Linden<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* TFL (Vol 15) Article on DBHDD Project has been submitted. <br />
* Waiting for results of peer review.<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' complete<br />
* Report will be submitted shortly<br />
* Presentations have been submitted to: <br />
** GA Ed. Tech Conference (Nov/Atlanta)<br />
** ATIA (Feb/virtual)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Liz & Carolyn - Working on "Telework"<br />
* Ben & Dee Dee finalizing "Communication" tags and descriptions<br />
* Other members of the team wrapping up first round of tasks on "Reading & Writing":<br />
* proofing, short descriptions, validation, tagging & mapping to decision tree, etc.)<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model (skeleton) is out on a server for preliminary review. More robust version coming soon. <br />
* Annabel is helping with visual design for interface <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT) Small Bets project''' kicked off July 1st.<br />
* Team has finalized panel of AT "power users"<br />
* First round of data collection will start in late August.<br />
<br />
'''Other Projects:'''<br />
* '''Aging - Decision Tree Project''' (Washington State)<br />
<br />
*'''PIT-UN Challenge'''<br />
**submitted<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**working with John<br />
***UX methodology<br />
***IRB <br />
<br />
*'''USG BOR Survey''' <br />
**had a meeting with Gerry and Will <br />
**we will reach out to ACLD<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*''' Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
***How's it going?<br />
**Wiki PPT submissions - Tori<br />
**TFL Website Redo - Liz, Sam, Shaina, CP<br />
***Everyone will have a piece in this project<br />
**PIOC website key pieces built into TFL<br />
**Wiki cleanup, possible transition to Zendesk<br />
**Diversity Symposium on September 9 - Liz, Danny<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
** Carolyn PI, Johan and Liz Co-PI<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media'''<br />
**ADA Celebration!<br />
***TFL Team ADA Questions - Thank you to everyone who has responded so far! We will be highlighting everyone over the next few weeks.<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages and posts<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**Finished videos - Raminta<br />
**Finished document remediation - Tori<br />
**Last webinar tomorrow!<br />
**Exploring 2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
***Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a) - CP, Liz, Rachel and Martha<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Able to offer CRC's and CEUs<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K -12<br />
*K-12 Contract FY 20 Updates <br />
** Portal<br />
***193 users registered representing:<br />
**** 127 districts<br />
**** 8 Charter Schools<br />
**** 3 State Schools<br />
**** 1 Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support (GNETS)<br />
**Software<br />
*** 84 districts signed and operational<br />
*** 237,600 licenses (Read & Write, EquatIO, & WriQ)<br />
** Deliverables In Process and/or On-going<br />
*** 5 mini videos (Speech-to-Text, Text-to-Speech, Graphic Organizers, Captioning, & Visual Supports)<br />
*** Consultations – Portal open for consultations<br />
*** Loans – prepared to begin loans for 2020-21 school; loan to districts requesting<br />
*** supporting webinars with Texthelp & GaDOE (contract to do 3 webinars, we’ve done 1) to continue to support software support and implementation<br />
*** EdTrade – development in process; materials development for roll-out<br />
*** Discovery Surveys – beginning stages<br />
*K-12 Contract FY21 Updates<br />
**New Statement of Deliverables & Budget to GaDOE end of July (go through committees and ready for State Board of Education (SBOE) September meeting for approval (no SBOE Oct. mtg), go through contract process and be ready for Jan. 2021 implementation)<br />
** GVRA funds – Statement of work – moving forward and preparing to submit<br />
** Notified GaDOE as a courtesy and responded to a request that Tools for Life no longer doing AT/AAC evaluations K-12 – “I would like to inform you that Tools for Life is no longer offering assistive technology / augmentative-alternative communication (AAC) evaluations as part of our continuum of services. The need in this area is growing so rapidly and intensely among Georgia districts that Tools for Life cannot keep up with the demand and provide quality and timely service throughout Georgia. As you move forward in looking for other providers, I'd suggest checking the Special Needs Database on the Parent to Parent of Georgia website.”<br />
*Accessible Educational Materials Cohort Application<br />
** collaboratively worked on this with GaDOE with active roles from TFL and CIDI<br />
** waiting on the 2020-2024 AEM Cohort to be announced (don’t have an announcement date) – five states will be selected<br />
** intensive AEM technical assistance<br />
*Georgia School for the Deaf (GSD) Contract<br />
** new administration at GSD; administration that spearheaded the contract left<br />
** former administration supported moving the current contract training format from 2 – 4 hour sessions to 4 -2 hour sessions virtual format. Working with new administration. <br />
*AAC State Strategic Plan<br />
*Revising GPAT AT Resource Guide<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1-19 until present All Centers 291<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/19 - Present TFL 77<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present All Centers 193<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present TFL 80<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2921<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays are going great! Next on will be August 12 with Ciara covering Capti. Need people to sign up for Sept<br />
*Working with Liz to turn some of these into an hour for CRC and CEU credits<br />
*DAS Cares Act Funding as been approved!<br />
**SOW<br />
**1. Assist 39 consumers (at least 3 in each of Georgia’s 12 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Planning and Service Areas) with procurement of appropriate AT solutions (including set-up/training/support on use of device) to address Activities of Daily Living/Independent Activities of Daily Living (ADL/IADL) needs and/or social connectedness (including connectivity solutions, data plans, etc..). Telephonic support on device use should remain available throughout contract period.<br />
**2. Provide assessments to identify appropriate AT solutions to 16 clients, serving at least one client in each of GA’s 12 AAA Planning and Service Areas (maximum of 1 client served in Atlanta region). Maximum rate per assessment is $1,500, inclusive of mileage/travel expenses/staff time/tools used in assessment. <br />
**3. Provide one online training/education event regarding AT solutions, implementation, or access/funding options in each quarter of the contract period for a total of 4 trainings.<br />
**4. Initiate design and development of Dementia and/or Social Connection/Isolation ACCESS (Addressing Concerns and Challenges with Everyday Solution Strategies) system to help Georgia’s ADRC network identify AT solutions quickly and accurately. <br />
**5. Provide client and service data and monthly reports to DAS as required. <br />
<br />
*Carolyn, John and Martha to follow up with Dr. Lisa Adams and Rick Sigman with the University of West Ga Wednesday. <br />
*Washington Access AT List has been completed and Sarah, Sal, Martha, and Rachel are reviewing and making changes<br />
*Washington ACCESS- Rachel, Sarah, Sal, and I finishing spreadsheet to get to Matthew on Thursday<br />
*Display equipment for AAC lab has been submitted and approved, computer access equipment is being researched.<br />
*Working on product and AAC information sheets for AAC lab<br />
*Work Access Communication tasks are being finalized<br />
<br />
Additionally: Virtual demo provided last week and another one scheduled this week with consumers reaching out to TFL for AT help.<br />
Ga State Gerontology class- Rachel and Sal participated in a virtual presentation: "Careers in Aging: Meet the Expert"<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
<br />
'''Dollars and Sense'''<br />
# Who wants to give it a look and help with content development <br />
<br />
'''gTRADE'''<br />
# After meeting with Matthew on EdTRADE, it should be pretty easy to relaunch gTRADE<br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Processing some of the backlog of apps since March <br />
# Discussions continue on relocating <br />
<br />
'''Other'''<br />
# I will be on leave from 7/10-7/17 and will not be checking e-mail/voicemail<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=Team&diff=5211Team2020-05-29T16:58:28Z<p>Rwilson85: /* Rachel Wilson */</p>
<hr />
<div>==Carolyn P. Phillips==<br />
<br />
[[File:Carolyn_Phillips_2_SQ.png|160px|thumb|left|Carolyn Phillips]]<br />
'''Program Director and Principal Investigator'''<br/><br />
Carolyn P. Phillips is nationally recognized in the field of assistive technology and disabilities. Carolyn serves as Director and Principal Investigator of Tools for Life, Georgia’s Assistive Technology (AT) Act Program and the Interim Director of Services and Education at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation at Georgia Tech. In this capacity, she oversees a wide range of AT projects and programs, including the National Pass It On Center. Carolyn teaches a graduate class at the University of Georgia in the College of Education. She is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences and guest lecturer at other universities. She has published articles in journals, chapters in books in AT and poetry focused on living with disabilities. Carolyn has dedicated her time and energy to promoting independence of all people, including those with disabilities through advocacy, education, assistive technology and systems change. Among other awards and recognitions, she has received the National Rehabilitation Association’s Belle Greve Award for “outstanding contributions and major positive impacts” in the disability community. The Department of Labor in Georgia also gave her the Director’s Award for “extraordinary and diligent service on behalf of people with disabilities.” She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia, and her Master's Degree from the University of Kentucky. Carolyn lives in Atlanta, Georgia. <br />
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Send an email to Carolyn: [mailto:carolyn.phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu carolyn.phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Liz Persaud==<br />
[[File:Liz_headshot.png|200px|thumb|left|Liz Persaud]]<br />
'''Program and Outreach Manager'''<br/><br />
Liz Persaud is a nationally recognized keynote, public speaker, and advocate addressing the need to build bridges and solidify the gaps between individuals living with and without disabilities. Liz currently serves as the Program and Outreach Manager for Tools for Life (Georgia’s Assistive Technology Act Program) and the Pass It On Center (The National Assistive Technology Device Reutilization Coordination and Technical Assistance Center) at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation within the College of Design at Georgia Tech. Additionally, Liz provides online and in person training and public awareness for TechSAge 2, the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center focused on successful aging with a disability. She is a sought-after guest lecturer at numerous universities speaking on the power of assistive technology. Liz is an active advocate with the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Atlanta as well as the nonprofit group Living United with NMD, providing outreach and raising awareness to numerous groups and organizations across the globe. Her passion lies within education about generations of adults growing up and living independently and successfully with childhood neuromuscular diseases. She is also the proud two-time recipient of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Personal Achievement Award in Georgia. Liz has dedicated her life to increasing independence for individuals with disabilities by educating on self-determination and advocacy with a focus on technology and disabilities. She is a graduate of Georgia State University and lives in Alpharetta, Georgia with her hero of a husband and supportive family.<br />
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Send an email to Liz: [mailto:liz.persaud@gatfl.gatech.edu liz.persaud@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Martha Rust==<br />
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[[File:Martha.png|200px|thumb|left|Martha Rust]]<br />
'''Assistive Technology Access Team Manager'''<br/><br />
Martha Rust completed her masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Tennessee and received her CRC. She also is a RESNA certified ATP and earned a certificate in Assistive Technology Applications from California State University at Northridge. Ms. Rust is the Assistive Technology Access Team Manager for Tools for Life | CIDI at Georgia Tech. Ms. Rust has presented at numerous international, national, regional, and state conferences on assistive technology and serves on several disability related committees.<br />
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Send an email to Martha: [mailto:martha.rust@gatfl.gatech.edu martha.rust@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Danny Housley==<br />
[[File:Danny Housley headshot2.jpg|160px|thumb|left|Danny Housley]]<br />
'''Assistive Technology Acquisition Manager'''<br /><br />
Danny Housley is the Assistive Technology Acquisition Manager with Tools for Life, Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program overseeing Credit-Able, Georgia's Alternative Financing Program. He finds funding solutions and resources for people with disabilities to increase or maintain their independence. <br />
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Danny is an executive board member of the National Federation of the Blind of Georgia's Atlanta chapter, is a board member of the Disability CDFI Coalition, he serves on the board of disABILITY LINK, the Center for Independent Living that serves the Metro Atlanta area and serves on the Community Advisory Council for the Center for Leadership in Disability at Georgia State University. Previously, Danny has worked at disABILITY LINK, to support people with disabilities to live in the community of choice. Danny is a graduate of Georgia State University, where he received his MA in Applied Linguistics. <br />
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Send an email to Danny: [mailto:danny.housley@gatfl.gatech.edu danny.housley@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Gina Gelinas==<br />
[[File:Gina_Gelinas.png|160px|thumb|left|Gina Gelinas]]<br />
'''Educational Outreach Manager'''<br/><br />
Gina Gelinas is the Educational Outreach Manager for Tools for Life at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation. She is responsible for assisting students, teachers, administrators and others within the K-12 setting in finding effective assistive technology (AT) solutions to improve student achievement, productivity, and independence.<br />
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Certified as a Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Gina has over 30 years’ experience in public education. She has experience as a practitioner and in leadership. Having served as the Program Manager for the Georgia Project for Assistive Technology, she understands the importance of creating a strong foundation for assistive technology at the administrative level. Throughout her career, Gina has worked on numerous assistive technology guides, resources and toolkits that have been recognized nationally.<br />
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Gina is passionate about helping individuals find the appropriate assistive technology to help them be successful in their education, employment, homes and communities. She also finds satisfaction in empowering educators to embrace and implement assistive technology for their students. When Gina isn’t working you will find her camping with her family. She lives in Monroe, Georgia. <br />
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Send an email to Gina: [mailto:ggelinas3@gatech.edu ggelinas3@gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Rachel Wilson==<br />
[[File:Rachel_headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|Rachel Wilson]]<br />
'''AT Specialist'''<br/><br />
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Rachel Wilson is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and serves as an Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist for Tools for Life, the Georgia Assistive Technology Act Program. She provides assistance to feature-match individuals of all ages and all disabilities with assistive technology to enhance daily lives. Rachel is the lead when it comes to aging-well and aging with disabilities. Following a career of over 25 years specializing in rehabilitation, transitioning out of nursing homes back to the home of choice, and aging in place, Rachel provides her knowledge and experience to effectively support people to be independent and have fulfilling lives. Her interests include AT, advocacy, self-determination, and functional independence so individuals can live, learn, work, and play in communities of their choice. Rachel received her degree from the Medical College of Georgia, and her certification from the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapist (NBCOT)<br />
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Send an email to Rachel: [mailto:rachel.wilson@gatfl.gatech.edu rachel.wilson@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Sam Peters==<br />
[[File:Sam_headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|Sam Peters]]<br />
'''Program Specialist'''<br/><br />
Sam Peters currently serves as the Program Specialist at Tools for Life. As the program specialist Sam assists in coordinating state leadership activities such as trainings and outreach, as well as assists in overall daily programmatic activities. This includes trainings for various grants and organizations throughout Georgia and assistive technology labs at state and national conferences. Sam enjoys getting to pursue her passion of educating individuals with disabilities, parents, teachers, professoinals and caregivers about the many possibilities of assistive technology. She loves TFL’s mission to Live, Learn, Work and especially Play independently in the community of your choice. Sam Peters is a graduate from Clemson University with her Bachelor of Science in Sociology. Currently, Sam is pursuing her Masters in Public Administration from the University of Georgia with a concentration in Public Policy. Sam is interested in health and education policy and the intersection between the two. Particularly, how these policies effect individuals with disabilities and their ability to live independently. <br />
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Send an email to Sam: [mailto:speters37@gatech.edu speters37@gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Tori Holder==<br />
[[File:Insert_Picture.png|160px|thumb|left|Tori Holder]]<br />
'''Outreach Specialist'''<br/><br />
Tori Holder earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Shorter University in 2012 and her Master of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2014. When the news business didn't live up to her expectations, Tori turned toward her passion of disability advocacy for a new career path. There she found Tools for Life and joined the team in January 2017. As Outreach Specialist for Tools for Life, Tori is part of the Training & Outreach Team. She assists with organizing statewide projects, conferences, trainings, exhibits, etc. to share information about the services offered by Tools for Life. Tori has been involved in adaptive sports, particularly wheelchair racing, for most of her life. Tori is a committee member for the Cedartown Wheelchair Athlete Training Camp and 5K in Cedartown, Georgia and has also commentated at the finish line of the Peachtree Road Race for the wheelchair division in 2014, 2016, and 2018 sharing her knowledge of the sport and the athletes with Atlanta. Tori lives in Cartersville with her husband, Cody, and she hopes to continue to share her knowledge of AT with smaller communities so people are aware of their options when it comes to living and working independently with a disability.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Tori: [mailto:tori.holder@gatfl.gatech.edu tori.holder@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Ciara Montes==<br />
[[File:Ciara_Headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|Ciara Montes]]<br />
'''AT Specialist'''<br/><br />
Ciara Montes graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Certificate in Music Business. She completed her Master’s in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling at Georgia State University in May of 2018. Ciara has both her Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor Certificates. Ciara began as an intern with Tools for Life in the last year of her Master’s program and found a passion for working with people of all ages and all disabilities. She enjoys finding different resources, researching new technologies, and coming up with solutions to help people become more independent. As an AT Specialist, she is responsible for demonstrating assistive technology, assisting in technology recommendations, and completing assessments in the field. Ciara is very interested in transition work with students who have disabilities and want to pursue higher education. She has worked closely with individuals in the inclusive program here at Georgia Tech and looks forward to making more connections with other programs in the future.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Ciara: [mailto:ciara.montes@gatfl.gatech.edu ciara.montes@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Annabel Joyner==<br />
[[File:Annabel_Circle.jpg|160px|thumb|left|Annabel Joyner]]<br />
'''Graphic Design Intern'''<br/><br />
Annabel Joyner is currently studying graphic design at Georgia State University. Annabel started her internship with Tools for Life in the fall of 2017 where she began learning many useful skills related to accessibility in design, as well as many other aspects of disability, accessibility, and inclusion. She is thrilled to be part of an organization where she can put her talents to good use through outreach and education, while also growing and learning as a designer. In her role, Annabel creates new materials and updates existing resources in a way that makes them even more widely accessible to everyone. Annabel hopes to use these skills for many years to come. She is set to graduate from Georgia State University in the Spring of 2021.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Annabel: [mailto:ajoyner8@gatech.edu ajoyner8@gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==DeeDee Bunn==<br />
[[File:DeeDee_Headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|DeeDee Bunn]]<br />
'''Speech-Language Pathologist'''<br/><br />
DeeDee Bunn is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who specializes in augmentative communication and assistive technology. She has over 30 years’ experience working as a Speech-Language Pathologist and is the augmentative communication specialist for Tools for Life and CIDI at Georgia Tech, assisting individuals with speech/language and communication difficulties in finding communication systems to help them succeed in school, work and play. DeeDee has presented at numerous national, state and regional conferences on augmentative communication and assistive technology, with an emphasis on helping individuals increase their language, literacy and communication skills. <br/><br />
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Send an email to DeeDee: [mailto:deedee.bunn@gatfl.gatech.edu deedee.bunn@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Dr. Ben Satterfield==<br />
[[File:BenSatterfield-circle.png|160px|thumb|left|Dr. Ben Satterfield]]<br />
'''Research Associate'''<br/><br />
Dr. Ben Satterfield is a Research Associate at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation at Georgia Tech. His research is focused on measuring outcomes of AT use. Ben has a background as an instructional designer who participated in the design of several software titles for young children and children with disabilities. He is also a conference presenter and workshop instructor. Ben served as the President of the Dunamis Educational Foundation and the President/CEO of Dunamis, Inc. He taught in a public high school near Richmond, Va. for seven years and served five years as a Head Soccer Coach and in sports administration at Virginia Commonwealth University. He also worked for two years as a software designer at ChalkBoard, Inc.<br />
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Ben holds a BA in History from William & Mary, and an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Virginia. In 2007, Ben completed work on his doctoral program in Instructional Technology and Distance Education at NOVA Southeastern University. Today he is a Research Associate with GA Tools for Life at Georgia Tech and an Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia College of Education teaching the graduate course in AAC in the Communication Science and Special Education Department.<br/><br />
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<div>==Carolyn P. Phillips==<br />
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[[File:Carolyn_Phillips_2_SQ.png|160px|thumb|left|Carolyn Phillips]]<br />
'''Program Director and Principal Investigator'''<br/><br />
Carolyn P. Phillips is nationally recognized in the field of assistive technology and disabilities. Carolyn serves as Director and Principal Investigator of Tools for Life, Georgia’s Assistive Technology (AT) Act Program and the Interim Director of Services and Education at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation at Georgia Tech. In this capacity, she oversees a wide range of AT projects and programs, including the National Pass It On Center. Carolyn teaches a graduate class at the University of Georgia in the College of Education. She is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences and guest lecturer at other universities. She has published articles in journals, chapters in books in AT and poetry focused on living with disabilities. Carolyn has dedicated her time and energy to promoting independence of all people, including those with disabilities through advocacy, education, assistive technology and systems change. Among other awards and recognitions, she has received the National Rehabilitation Association’s Belle Greve Award for “outstanding contributions and major positive impacts” in the disability community. The Department of Labor in Georgia also gave her the Director’s Award for “extraordinary and diligent service on behalf of people with disabilities.” She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia, and her Master's Degree from the University of Kentucky. Carolyn lives in Atlanta, Georgia. <br />
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Send an email to Carolyn: [mailto:carolyn.phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu carolyn.phillips@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Liz Persaud==<br />
[[File:Liz_headshot.png|200px|thumb|left|Liz Persaud]]<br />
'''Program and Outreach Manager'''<br/><br />
Liz Persaud is a nationally recognized keynote, public speaker, and advocate addressing the need to build bridges and solidify the gaps between individuals living with and without disabilities. Liz currently serves as the Program and Outreach Manager for Tools for Life (Georgia’s Assistive Technology Act Program) and the Pass It On Center (The National Assistive Technology Device Reutilization Coordination and Technical Assistance Center) at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation within the College of Design at Georgia Tech. Additionally, Liz provides online and in person training and public awareness for TechSAge 2, the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center focused on successful aging with a disability. She is a sought-after guest lecturer at numerous universities speaking on the power of assistive technology. Liz is an active advocate with the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Atlanta as well as the nonprofit group Living United with NMD, providing outreach and raising awareness to numerous groups and organizations across the globe. Her passion lies within education about generations of adults growing up and living independently and successfully with childhood neuromuscular diseases. She is also the proud two-time recipient of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Personal Achievement Award in Georgia. Liz has dedicated her life to increasing independence for individuals with disabilities by educating on self-determination and advocacy with a focus on technology and disabilities. She is a graduate of Georgia State University and lives in Alpharetta, Georgia with her hero of a husband and supportive family.<br />
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Send an email to Liz: [mailto:liz.persaud@gatfl.gatech.edu liz.persaud@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Martha Rust==<br />
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[[File:Martha.png|200px|thumb|left|Martha Rust]]<br />
'''Assistive Technology Access Team Manager'''<br/><br />
Martha Rust completed her masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Tennessee and received her CRC. She also is a RESNA certified ATP and earned a certificate in Assistive Technology Applications from California State University at Northridge. Ms. Rust is the Assistive Technology Access Team Manager for Tools for Life | CIDI at Georgia Tech. Ms. Rust has presented at numerous international, national, regional, and state conferences on assistive technology and serves on several disability related committees.<br />
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Send an email to Martha: [mailto:martha.rust@gatfl.gatech.edu martha.rust@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Danny Housley==<br />
[[File:Danny Housley headshot2.jpg|160px|thumb|left|Danny Housley]]<br />
'''Assistive Technology Acquisition Manager'''<br /><br />
Danny Housley is the Assistive Technology Acquisition Manager with Tools for Life, Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program overseeing Credit-Able, Georgia's Alternative Financing Program. He finds funding solutions and resources for people with disabilities to increase or maintain their independence. <br />
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Danny is an executive board member of the National Federation of the Blind of Georgia's Atlanta chapter, is a board member of the Disability CDFI Coalition, he serves on the board of disABILITY LINK, the Center for Independent Living that serves the Metro Atlanta area and serves on the Community Advisory Council for the Center for Leadership in Disability at Georgia State University. Previously, Danny has worked at disABILITY LINK, to support people with disabilities to live in the community of choice. Danny is a graduate of Georgia State University, where he received his MA in Applied Linguistics. <br />
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Send an email to Danny: [mailto:danny.housley@gatfl.gatech.edu danny.housley@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Gina Gelinas==<br />
[[File:Gina_Gelinas.png|160px|thumb|left|Gina Gelinas]]<br />
'''Educational Outreach Manager'''<br/><br />
Gina Gelinas is the Educational Outreach Manager for Tools for Life at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation. She is responsible for assisting students, teachers, administrators and others within the K-12 setting in finding effective assistive technology (AT) solutions to improve student achievement, productivity, and independence.<br />
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Certified as a Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Gina has over 30 years’ experience in public education. She has experience as a practitioner and in leadership. Having served as the Program Manager for the Georgia Project for Assistive Technology, she understands the importance of creating a strong foundation for assistive technology at the administrative level. Throughout her career, Gina has worked on numerous assistive technology guides, resources and toolkits that have been recognized nationally.<br />
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Gina is passionate about helping individuals find the appropriate assistive technology to help them be successful in their education, employment, homes and communities. She also finds satisfaction in empowering educators to embrace and implement assistive technology for their students. When Gina isn’t working you will find her camping with her family. She lives in Monroe, Georgia. <br />
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Send an email to Gina: [mailto:ggelinas3@gatech.edu ggelinas3@gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Rachel Wilson==<br />
[[File:Rachel_headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|Rachel Wilson]]<br />
'''AT Specialist'''<br/><br />
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Rachel Wilson is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and serves as an Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist for Tools for Life, the Georgia Assistive Technology Act Program. She provides assistance to feature-match individuals of all ages and all disabilities with assistive technology to enhance daily lives. Rachel is the lead when it comes to aging-well and aging with disabilities. Following a career of over 25 years specializing in rehabilitation, transitioning out of nursing homes back to the home of choice, and aging in place, Rachel provides her knowledge and experience to effectively support people to be independent and have fulfilling lives.<br />
Her interests include AT, advocacy, self-determination, and functional independence so individuals can live, learn, work, and play in communities of their choice. Rachel received her degree from the Medical College of Georgia, and her certification from the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapist (NBCOT)<br />
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Send an email to Rachel: [mailto:rachel.wilson@gatfl.gatech.edu rachel.wilson@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br/><br />
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==Sam Peters==<br />
[[File:Sam_headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|Sam Peters]]<br />
'''Program Specialist'''<br/><br />
Sam Peters currently serves as the Program Specialist at Tools for Life. As the program specialist Sam assists in coordinating state leadership activities such as trainings and outreach, as well as assists in overall daily programmatic activities. This includes trainings for various grants and organizations throughout Georgia and assistive technology labs at state and national conferences. Sam enjoys getting to pursue her passion of educating individuals with disabilities, parents, teachers, professoinals and caregivers about the many possibilities of assistive technology. She loves TFL’s mission to Live, Learn, Work and especially Play independently in the community of your choice. Sam Peters is a graduate from Clemson University with her Bachelor of Science in Sociology. Currently, Sam is pursuing her Masters in Public Administration from the University of Georgia with a concentration in Public Policy. Sam is interested in health and education policy and the intersection between the two. Particularly, how these policies effect individuals with disabilities and their ability to live independently. <br />
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Send an email to Sam: [mailto:speters37@gatech.edu speters37@gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Tori Holder==<br />
[[File:Insert_Picture.png|160px|thumb|left|Tori Holder]]<br />
'''Outreach Specialist'''<br/><br />
Tori Holder earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Shorter University in 2012 and her Master of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2014. When the news business didn't live up to her expectations, Tori turned toward her passion of disability advocacy for a new career path. There she found Tools for Life and joined the team in January 2017. As Outreach Specialist for Tools for Life, Tori is part of the Training & Outreach Team. She assists with organizing statewide projects, conferences, trainings, exhibits, etc. to share information about the services offered by Tools for Life. Tori has been involved in adaptive sports, particularly wheelchair racing, for most of her life. Tori is a committee member for the Cedartown Wheelchair Athlete Training Camp and 5K in Cedartown, Georgia and has also commentated at the finish line of the Peachtree Road Race for the wheelchair division in 2014, 2016, and 2018 sharing her knowledge of the sport and the athletes with Atlanta. Tori lives in Cartersville with her husband, Cody, and she hopes to continue to share her knowledge of AT with smaller communities so people are aware of their options when it comes to living and working independently with a disability.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Tori: [mailto:tori.holder@gatfl.gatech.edu tori.holder@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Ciara Montes==<br />
[[File:Ciara_Headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|Ciara Montes]]<br />
'''AT Specialist'''<br/><br />
Ciara Montes graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Certificate in Music Business. She completed her Master’s in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling at Georgia State University in May of 2018. Ciara has both her Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor Certificates. Ciara began as an intern with Tools for Life in the last year of her Master’s program and found a passion for working with people of all ages and all disabilities. She enjoys finding different resources, researching new technologies, and coming up with solutions to help people become more independent. As an AT Specialist, she is responsible for demonstrating assistive technology, assisting in technology recommendations, and completing assessments in the field. Ciara is very interested in transition work with students who have disabilities and want to pursue higher education. She has worked closely with individuals in the inclusive program here at Georgia Tech and looks forward to making more connections with other programs in the future.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Ciara: [mailto:ciara.montes@gatfl.gatech.edu ciara.montes@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Annabel Joyner==<br />
[[File:Annabel_Circle.jpg|160px|thumb|left|Annabel Joyner]]<br />
'''Graphic Design Intern'''<br/><br />
Annabel Joyner is currently studying graphic design at Georgia State University. Annabel started her internship with Tools for Life in the fall of 2017 where she began learning many useful skills related to accessibility in design, as well as many other aspects of disability, accessibility, and inclusion. She is thrilled to be part of an organization where she can put her talents to good use through outreach and education, while also growing and learning as a designer. In her role, Annabel creates new materials and updates existing resources in a way that makes them even more widely accessible to everyone. Annabel hopes to use these skills for many years to come. She is set to graduate from Georgia State University in the Spring of 2021.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Annabel: [mailto:ajoyner8@gatech.edu ajoyner8@gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==DeeDee Bunn==<br />
[[File:DeeDee_Headshot.png|160px|thumb|left|DeeDee Bunn]]<br />
'''Speech-Language Pathologist'''<br/><br />
DeeDee Bunn is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who specializes in augmentative communication and assistive technology. She has over 30 years’ experience working as a Speech-Language Pathologist and is the augmentative communication specialist for Tools for Life and CIDI at Georgia Tech, assisting individuals with speech/language and communication difficulties in finding communication systems to help them succeed in school, work and play. DeeDee has presented at numerous national, state and regional conferences on augmentative communication and assistive technology, with an emphasis on helping individuals increase their language, literacy and communication skills. <br/><br />
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Send an email to DeeDee: [mailto:deedee.bunn@gatfl.gatech.edu deedee.bunn@gatfl.gatech.edu]<br /><br />
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==Dr. Ben Satterfield==<br />
[[File:BenSatterfield-circle.png|160px|thumb|left|Dr. Ben Satterfield]]<br />
'''Research Associate'''<br/><br />
Dr. Ben Satterfield is a Research Associate at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation at Georgia Tech. His research is focused on measuring outcomes of AT use. Ben has a background as an instructional designer who participated in the design of several software titles for young children and children with disabilities. He is also a conference presenter and workshop instructor. Ben served as the President of the Dunamis Educational Foundation and the President/CEO of Dunamis, Inc. He taught in a public high school near Richmond, Va. for seven years and served five years as a Head Soccer Coach and in sports administration at Virginia Commonwealth University. He also worked for two years as a software designer at ChalkBoard, Inc.<br />
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Ben holds a BA in History from William & Mary, and an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Virginia. In 2007, Ben completed work on his doctoral program in Instructional Technology and Distance Education at NOVA Southeastern University. Today he is a Research Associate with GA Tools for Life at Georgia Tech and an Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia College of Education teaching the graduate course in AAC in the Communication Science and Special Education Department.<br/><br />
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Send an email to Ben: [mailto:rsatterfield8@gatech.edu rsatterfield8@gatech.edu]<br /></div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_2/18/2020&diff=5013TFL Team Meeting - 2/18/20202020-02-18T15:05:32Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn)'''==<br />
Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal:<br />
* Volume 14 the theme of which will be "Literacy" is coming together. Tori is working on the layout and final copy of the first set of articles.<br />
* The theme for Volume 15 of ATOB Journal will be "AT and Communication." <br />
** Situation may be right to submit an article based upon our DBHDD project.<br />
** March 1st Call for Papers. Closes June 5th<br />
** New style guidelines coming.<br />
<br />
What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew About Their Literacy Experiences Project:<br />
* Transcription of sessions is now complete.<br />
* Thematic analysis under way.<br />
* Next step: working with college students from GA Tech.<br />
<br />
Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project):<br />
* Team is assessing feedback from pre-conference and small group expert panels from ATIA.<br />
* Finishing up current segments by end of April: <br />
** Working with Dee Dee on Communication segment.<br />
** Karen is finishing up Computer Access segment.<br />
** Maureen Linden is completing Seating & Mobility segment.<br />
* New modification areas (yet to be determined) begin May 1<br />
* Jeff Wilson is updating the demo of the Work ACCESS decision tree tool <br />
** Based upon feedback from ATIA. <br />
** First roll out Fall 2020<br />
* Started work on an article for publication on what we have learned in WA project on work accommodation for people with intellectual disabilities.<br />
<br />
Other Decision Trees/Algorithm Projects:<br />
* Aging - Decision Tree Project (Washington State)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
*'''What Happened & What's Upcoming'''<br />
**AT3 webinar focused on "Social Media Accessibility" - Danny and Tori were wonderful!<br />
***We are using a new webinar platform, Blackboard Collaborate Ultra<br />
***Internal training on this new platform will be coming soon<br />
**Amazon Contract & Video Project<br />
***Working on scope of work and budget with Patrick <br />
***Developing scripts/storyboards for videos<br />
***TFL team members involved: CP, Liz, Sam, Danny, Rachel, DeeDee<br />
**CIDI Open House and Symposium, May 6-7 - Liz & Sam co-leads for the planning committee along with Chantal; other committee members: Elena, Trin, Shaina, Zerrin, Carolyn<br />
***The Open House and keynote speaker will be on the first day, in the late afternoon/evening, the symposium/program will be a full day on the second day<br />
***More information coming soon! Save the date!<br />
**GSU Classes coming up - TFL guest lecture <br />
***Communication 2/19 - DeeDee (speaker), Tori (logistics)<br />
***Funding 3/4 - Danny (speaker), Tori (logistics)<br />
**TechSAge<br />
***Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
****TFL activity - save the date! Sunday, April 5 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Liz, Sam, Gina<br />
***We have created an "itty bitty policy and procedure committee" that will be overseeing TFL policies and procedures.<br />
***Annabel is creating a template.<br />
***More information, specifically to managers, coming soon.<br />
**UD Videos - On track and final videos in captioning process<br />
**Wiki PPT submissions - Tori<br />
***Please be sure to submit your PPT's in a timely manner.<br />
**TFL Advisory Council Meeting - March 5<br />
**Please include the training team on professional development activities - presentations, trainings, events, tours, demos, visiting other sites, etc.<br />
<br />
*'''Ongoing Projects'''<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**2020 contract is in place - webinars, etext remediation <br />
***social media accessibility webinar, videos, accessible docs (Danny and Tori)<br />
<br />
*'''AT Reuse Activities'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Danny, others as needed<br />
**Still continue to provide Reuse TA.<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts: PIDS - Danny lead, Portal requests - Danny/Ciara/Tori <br />
<br />
*'''GTPE UD Video Project'''<br />
**Liz, Sam, Tori, Raminta<br />
**Writing scripts, Editing videos - almost done!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sarah, Ben S., Tori<br />
**Focus groups - we need participants and would like your input on possible candidates <br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Have you listened to the podcast yet?<br />
**Continue to provide public awareness and education, Planning continues for competition. (Danny, Carolyn)<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Wireless RERC SoT - 5/21-22 - Save the Dates!<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
*K-12 <br />
**'''K-12 Contract''' – Statement of Work (SOW) <br />
***Contract is signed and ready to be executed<br />
***Timelines are January 2020 – December 2020 (Formal announcement last week to local education agencies (LEA's)<br />
***Components of this contract include:<br />
****Customized, mini AT Training Videos (3-7 minutes each) – 5 videos (Raminta & Nora)<br />
****Assistive Technology (AT Consultation Services) – portal to log services and track time<br />
****Assistive Technology Webinar Series – supporting a series that has already been scheduled and marketed<br />
****AT/UDL Software Pilot Program – software for reading, writing & math, possibly accommodation assessment<br />
****Assistive Technology Lending Library (shipping supplies & shipping from Danny's old office, DBHDD Equipment approved) <br />
****Discovery Surveys<br />
****EdTrade, Georgia Assistive Technology School Swap Database (meeting tomorrow to work on) <br />
****Strategic Roadmaps for future development and operation of <br />
****Expanded UDL/AT Software package<br />
****E-Text delivery program<br />
****District membership for CIDI/TFL services<br />
<br />
**** February 25 @ 1:00 Staff meeting to focus on GaDOE Contract<br />
**** TFL_GaDOE Portal for Requesting Services to go live Monday, February 24, 2017<br />
**** Districts are already requesting software (Texthelp)<br />
<br />
**'''K-12 Referrals'''<br />
***Continue to get requests; refer for demonstrations<br />
*** Thomaston-Upson County currently scheduled for next week<br />
<br />
*'''Georgia School for the Deaf Contract'''<br />
***AAC Assessment Complete<br />
***Two Trainings<br />
****waiting on feedback for GSD for feedback on training dates and content<br />
<br />
*Metro AT Consortia<br />
**last meeting March 11, 2020<br />
**started offering virtual meeting option which has been well received, requests to record when presentations are being made for future reference and redelivery<br />
**requesting a tour for the last meeting; coordinate details <br />
<br />
*'''AAC Camp''' – week of IDEAS Conference<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1-19 until present All Centers 104<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/19 - Present TFL 43<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present All Centers 131<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/19- Present TFL 71<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1270<br />
<br />
*3 new MFP Assessments in various stages of progress<br />
*Collaborating with Brian Clever from FODAC - Rachel<br />
*Tomorrow Second Wind Dreams- Rachel<br />
*AT Makers Making Change: Kristen Webber and Adina Bradshaw from Shepherd<br />
*MapHabit: Memory Management and communication tool for mobile devices (Thanks, Sal for bringing to our attention!)<br />
<br />
*Finishing up demos and assessments for the year<br />
*Working on demos<br />
*Ciara and Martha working on the report for Augusta University with John and Sheryl<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
<br />
'''App Finder Database'''<br />
# THANK YOU CIARA! <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
#(Still) Getting ready to work on a grant application. <br />
#New focus! <br />
#Telework loans!<br />
<br />
'''ALIGN''' <br />
# It's a thing <br />
# Waiting on the thumbs up from Jon Sanford for recruitment <br />
<br />
'''TechSage'''<br />
# April 5th <br />
# Seeking participants who are "aging with a disability" <br />
<br />
'''Miscellaneous Updates'''<br />
# SILC is having their ADA 30 celebration Thursday<br />
## We will have access to the 30-ish minute documentary they made<br />
# Danny is moving, find him out by the train tracks</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/5/2019&diff=4809TFL Team Meeting - 11/5/20192019-11-05T14:44:53Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn)'''==<br />
ATOB:<br />
* Volume 13 has been released. Thank you, again, Tori for all your hard work on this volume! Here’s a link to the Volume 13 web page: https://www.atia.org/atob-volume-13/<br />
* Volume 14 theme will be "Literacy". The paper we submitted, "Does Mastery of AT in High school Impact Post Secondary Performance?" has been accepted for that issue. Release will be mid-2020.<br />
<br />
Presentations accepted:<br />
* GA Ed Tech Conf (Nov 6th) in ATL. on Mastery of AT in High school and Post Secondary Performance<br />
* ATIA (Jan 29-Feb 1) - DBHDD Project Poster Presentation and Mastery of AT presentation.<br />
* GSHA (Feb 13-15) DBHDD Project full presentation<br />
<br />
On DBHDD Contract:<br />
* Team is contacting & visiting individuals who were in works in June. We have completed work with 15 individuals since the new project launch.<br />
* Modifications to DBHDD research records in SRI database are being implemented. Thanks to Ciara and team for excellent input. Thanks to Matthew Blake for his creativity and perseverance...<br />
* We are waiting on the subcontracts with FODAC and CFII.<br />
We have reached out to Josie Baker, DBHDD Autism Project Coordinator, about revisiting the Autism Crisis Home proposal we submitted this past spring.<br />
<br />
What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew About Their Literacy Experiences Project<br />
* "Think Aloud" with students from Howard School was completed Oct 30.<br />
* Transcription of sessions is now in process.<br />
* Next step: working with college students from GA Tech.<br />
<br />
Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)<br />
* Team conducted several focus groups on mobility, workstation accommodation and remembering things in the workplace. More to come in the weeks ahead. <br />
* Working on a pre-conference event at ATIA to tap experts in job accommodation for validation of Work Access project Expert Panels.<br />
* Thanks to Liz and her team for coordinating captioning services, pulling the focus group announcements together, and sending them out. <br />
<br />
Other Decision Trees/Algorithum Projects:<br />
* Aging Decision Tree Project (Washington)<br />
* We have reached out to Jeffrey Thompson Director Planning List Systems about collaboration on decision tree for DONR in GA.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
*'''What Happened'''<br />
**CDC/EOO AT Lab - 10/16 (Sam, Ciara lead)<br />
**Shepherd Center Visit - 10/28 (Tori, Rachel)<br />
**A Morning with Judy Heumann, International Disability Rights Activist - Tuesday, October 29, 2019<br />
**GATE - exhibitor registration is now open - Sam lead<br />
***List of [https://www.dropbox.com/s/4aejh1mu1hyql12/GATE%202019%20Exhibitors%20Master%208.19.xlsx?dl=0 current exhibitors]<br />
<br />
*'''What's Coming up'''<br />
**Texthelp User Group - 11/12<br />
**CDC Visit - 11/14<br />
**GATE 2019 - 12/6<br />
**TFL policy and procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
**TFL website - Liz, Tori<br />
**ATIA planning is underway! Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Please include the training team on professional development activities - presentations, trainings, events, tours, demos, visiting other sites, etc.<br />
<br />
*'''Projects'''<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**2020 contract is in place - webinars, videos, accessible docs<br />
<br />
*'''AT Reuse Activities'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Danny, others as needed<br />
**Still continue to provide Reuse TA.<br />
**Working with AT3 on TA protocol, etc.<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts: PIDS - Danny lead, Portal requests - Ciara/Tori <br />
<br />
*'''GTPE UD Video Project'''<br />
**Liz, Sam, Tori, Raminta<br />
**Writing scripts, Editing videos - almost done!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sarah, Ben S., Tori<br />
**Focus groups - we need participants and would like your input on possible candidates <br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Have you listened to the podcast yet?<br />
**Continue to provide public awareness and education, Planning continues for competition.<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
*K-12 <br />
**'''K-12 Contract''' – Statement of Work (SOW) <br />
***From CIDI/TFL end is complete – GaDOE/Special Education is pleased with it<br />
***Currently back with Special Education to initiate contract, go through Cabinet, and take to the State Board of Education (SBE)<br />
***Timelines are January 2020 – December 2020<br />
***Components of this contract include:<br />
****Customized, mini AT Training Videos (3-7 minutes each) – 5 videos<br />
****Assistive Technology (AT Consultation Services) – portal to log services and track time<br />
****Assistive Technology Webinar Series – supporting a series that has already been scheduled and marketed<br />
****AT/UDL Software Pilot Program – software for reading, writing & math, possibly accommodation assessment<br />
****Assistive Technology Lending Library<br />
****Discovery Surveys<br />
****EdTrade, Georgia Assistive Technology School Swap Database<br />
****Strategic Roadmaps for future development and operation of <br />
****Expanded UDL/AT Software package<br />
****E-Text delivery program<br />
****District membership for CIDI/TFL services<br />
**'''K-12 Referrals'''<br />
***Slow and steady scheduling referrals we have and writing reports<br />
***Regularly getting requests for new evaluations; trying to move towards demonstrations<br />
<br />
*'''Georgia School for the Deaf Contract'''<br />
** Delay in the Contract<br />
***AAC Assessment<br />
***Two Trainings<br />
<br />
*Preliminary discussions regarding participation in '''National Science Foundation (NSF) grant'''. Georgia would be 1/3 states (Kentucky, Georgia, & Michigan). Proposed project – Accessible Online Science Assessment Outcomes for Students with Disabilities - looking at online assessments, embedded tools and impact on student performance.<br />
<br />
*'''AAC Camp''' – @ Camp Twin Lakes this spring (2020) for a weekend camp for kick-off (Camp Jabberjaw - Mississippi State University is losing funding looking to replicate something like Camp Jabberjaw here in GA)<br />
**CHOA is involved, private individuals – logistics & fundraising to be worked out, but seeming determined to get this off the ground for the spring <br />
**UGA & UWG with SLP Programs<br />
***looking to involve Valdosta, Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus, & Georgia State SLP Programs<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
*Device Demos All Centers 10/1/18- Present: 1040<br />
*Device Demo TFL 10/1/18- Present: 186<br />
<br />
*Device Loan All Centers 10/1/18-Present: 574<br />
*Device Loan TFL 10/1/18- Present: 301<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 10/1/18- Present: 6756<br />
<br />
*Contract Updates<br />
*1. DBHDD- We have began seeing individuals and scheduling appts using new system<br />
*2. Other assessments- MFP assessments continue to be requested. 1 completed 10/31 with report in process; 2 workplace assessments have been asked about<br />
*3. AT has been added into database and has been bar-coded- will begin to put kits together<br />
*4. Receiving several requests for demos as unable to do evals<br />
*5. Ciara is working with Heather and EXCEL<br />
*6. KSU Contracts- $1500 and $5000<br />
*7. New AAC App- Tippy Talk<br />
*8 DAS requesting AT Training- in process of determining needs of their staff and confirming dates/funding possibilities<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-op<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ <br />
<br />
'''DBHDD Equipment''' <br />
# One cabinet has been assembled, I'll be organizing items soon<br />
# SLP kits need to be assembled <br />
# Items must still be kept separate, regardless of the status of the DBHDD project. Those items are not property of TFL. <br />
# We will be getting some stickers to put on DBHDD items<br />
<br />
'''Miscellaneous''' <br />
# APRIL was a huge success! (Will be in Orlando next year, hopefully Liz will be able to join me) 800+ people in attendance</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/5/2019&diff=4808TFL Team Meeting - 11/5/20192019-11-05T14:43:12Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn)'''==<br />
ATOB:<br />
* Volume 13 has been released. Thank you, again, Tori for all your hard work on this volume! Here’s a link to the Volume 13 web page: https://www.atia.org/atob-volume-13/<br />
* Volume 14 theme will be "Literacy". The paper we submitted, "Does Mastery of AT in High school Impact Post Secondary Performance?" has been accepted for that issue. Release will be mid-2020.<br />
<br />
Presentations accepted:<br />
* GA Ed Tech Conf (Nov 6th) in ATL. on Mastery of AT in High school and Post Secondary Performance<br />
* ATIA (Jan 29-Feb 1) - DBHDD Project Poster Presentation and Mastery of AT presentation.<br />
* GSHA (Feb 13-15) DBHDD Project full presentation<br />
<br />
On DBHDD Contract:<br />
* Team is contacting & visiting individuals who were in works in June. We have completed work with 15 individuals since the new project launch.<br />
* Modifications to DBHDD research records in SRI database are being implemented. Thanks to Ciara and team for excellent input. Thanks to Matthew Blake for his creativity and perseverance...<br />
* We are waiting on the subcontracts with FODAC and CFII.<br />
We have reached out to Josie Baker, DBHDD Autism Project Coordinator, about revisiting the Autism Crisis Home proposal we submitted this past spring.<br />
<br />
What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew About Their Literacy Experiences Project<br />
* "Think Aloud" with students from Howard School was completed Oct 30.<br />
* Transcription of sessions is now in process.<br />
* Next step: working with college students from GA Tech.<br />
<br />
Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)<br />
* Team conducted several focus groups on mobility, workstation accommodation and remembering things in the workplace. More to come in the weeks ahead. <br />
* Working on a pre-conference event at ATIA to tap experts in job accommodation for validation of Work Access project Expert Panels.<br />
* Thanks to Liz and her team for coordinating captioning services, pulling the focus group announcements together, and sending them out. <br />
<br />
Other Decision Trees/Algorithum Projects:<br />
* Aging Decision Tree Project (Washington)<br />
* We have reached out to Jeffrey Thompson Director Planning List Systems about collaboration on decision tree for DONR in GA.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
*'''What Happened'''<br />
**CDC/EOO AT Lab - 10/16 (Sam, Ciara lead)<br />
**Shepherd Center Visit - 10/28 (Tori, Rachel)<br />
**A Morning with Judy Heumann, International Disability Rights Activist - Tuesday, October 29, 2019<br />
**GATE - exhibitor registration is now open - Sam lead<br />
***List of [https://www.dropbox.com/s/4aejh1mu1hyql12/GATE%202019%20Exhibitors%20Master%208.19.xlsx?dl=0 current exhibitors]<br />
<br />
*'''What's Coming up'''<br />
**Texthelp User Group - 11/12<br />
**CDC Visit - 11/14<br />
**GATE 2019 - 12/6<br />
**TFL policy and procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
**TFL website - Liz, Tori<br />
**ATIA planning is underway! Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Please include the training team on professional development activities - presentations, trainings, events, tours, demos, visiting other sites, etc.<br />
<br />
*'''Projects'''<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**2020 contract is in place - webinars, videos, accessible docs<br />
<br />
*'''AT Reuse Activities'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Danny, others as needed<br />
**Still continue to provide Reuse TA.<br />
**Working with AT3 on TA protocol, etc.<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts: PIDS - Danny lead, Portal requests - Ciara/Tori <br />
<br />
*'''GTPE UD Video Project'''<br />
**Liz, Sam, Tori, Raminta<br />
**Writing scripts, Editing videos - almost done!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sarah, Ben S., Tori<br />
**Focus groups - we need participants and would like your input on possible candidates <br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Have you listened to the podcast yet?<br />
**Continue to provide public awareness and education, Planning continues for competition.<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
*K-12 <br />
**'''K-12 Contract''' – Statement of Work (SOW) <br />
***From CIDI/TFL end is complete – GaDOE/Special Education is pleased with it<br />
***Currently back with Special Education to initiate contract, go through Cabinet, and take to the State Board of Education (SBE)<br />
***Timelines are January 2020 – December 2020<br />
***Components of this contract include:<br />
****Customized, mini AT Training Videos (3-7 minutes each) – 5 videos<br />
****Assistive Technology (AT Consultation Services) – portal to log services and track time<br />
****Assistive Technology Webinar Series – supporting a series that has already been scheduled and marketed<br />
****AT/UDL Software Pilot Program – software for reading, writing & math, possibly accommodation assessment<br />
****Assistive Technology Lending Library<br />
****Discovery Surveys<br />
****EdTrade, Georgia Assistive Technology School Swap Database<br />
****Strategic Roadmaps for future development and operation of <br />
****Expanded UDL/AT Software package<br />
****E-Text delivery program<br />
****District membership for CIDI/TFL services<br />
**'''K-12 Referrals'''<br />
***Slow and steady scheduling referrals we have and writing reports<br />
***Regularly getting requests for new evaluations; trying to move towards demonstrations<br />
<br />
*'''Georgia School for the Deaf Contract'''<br />
** Delay in the Contract<br />
***AAC Assessment<br />
***Two Trainings<br />
<br />
*Preliminary discussions regarding participation in '''National Science Foundation (NSF) grant'''. Georgia would be 1/3 states (Kentucky, Georgia, & Michigan). Proposed project – Accessible Online Science Assessment Outcomes for Students with Disabilities - looking at online assessments, embedded tools and impact on student performance.<br />
<br />
*'''AAC Camp''' – @ Camp Twin Lakes this spring (2020) for a weekend camp for kick-off (Camp Jabberjaw - Mississippi State University is losing funding looking to replicate something like Camp Jabberjaw here in GA)<br />
**CHOA is involved, private individuals – logistics & fundraising to be worked out, but seeming determined to get this off the ground for the spring <br />
**UGA & UWG with SLP Programs<br />
***looking to involve Valdosta, Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus, & Georgia State SLP Programs<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
*Device Demos All Centers 10/1/18- Present: 1040<br />
*Device Demo TFL 10/1/18- Present: 186<br />
<br />
*Device Loan All Centers 10/1/18-Present: 574<br />
*Device Loan TFL 10/1/18- Present: 301<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 10/1/18- Present: 6756<br />
<br />
*Contract Updates<br />
*1. DBHDD- We have began seeing individuals and scheduling appts using new system<br />
*2. Other assessments- MFP assessments continue to be requested. 1 completed 10/31 with report in process; 2 workplace assessments have been asked about<br />
*3. AT has been added into database and has been bar-coded- will begin to put kits together<br />
*4. Receiving several requests for demos as unable to do evals<br />
*5. Ciara is working with Heather and EXCEL<br />
*6. KSU Contracts- $1500 and $5000<br />
*7. New AAC App- Tippy Talk<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-op<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ <br />
<br />
'''DBHDD Equipment''' <br />
# One cabinet has been assembled, I'll be organizing items soon<br />
# SLP kits need to be assembled <br />
# Items must still be kept separate, regardless of the status of the DBHDD project. Those items are not property of TFL. <br />
# We will be getting some stickers to put on DBHDD items<br />
<br />
'''Miscellaneous''' <br />
# APRIL was a huge success! (Will be in Orlando next year, hopefully Liz will be able to join me) 800+ people in attendance</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_08/08/2019&diff=4733TFL Team Meeting - 08/08/20192019-08-08T14:06:46Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*'''Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.'''<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
'''1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.'''<br />
<br />
'''2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.'''<br />
<br />
'''3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.'''<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn)'''==<br />
ATOB:<br />
* Volume 13 is in final editing. Expect release soon. Thank you Tori for all your hard work on this volume!<br />
* Volume 14 theme will be "Literacy". Call for Papers closed June 15. We submitted a paper, "Does Mastery of AT in High school Impact Post Secondary Performance?"<br />
<br />
On DBHDD Contract:<br />
* Draft report on recently completed DBHDD Project is being circulated. All feedback and critique is appreciated.<br />
* New DBHDD Project contract has reportedly been signed by GA Tech and awaits final approval from DBHDD.<br />
* Modifications to SRI database are just getting started. Team is in the process of articulating changes for Matthew Blake in a format that he can work from.<br />
* Ben is part of Calloway Working Group (Employment First Initiative) looking at partnership between DBHDD and GVRA on employment of PWDD. Ben has been assigned to the Data and Research Sub-group. This should provide some visibility to current outcomes data on employment of people with developmental disabilities (GVRA/UGA).<br />
* Ben, Carolyn and Chantal met with GTRI and DBHDD regarding their project to examine the DON-R (Determination of Need) instrument for assessing levels of need of PWDD. We will be exploring possible ways to collaborate going forward.<br />
<br />
Work ACCESS Project<br />
* Team conducted several focus groups on mobility, workstation accomodation and reading and writing in the workplace. More to come in the weeks ahead. <br />
* Thanks to Liz for pulling the focus group announcements together and sending them out. <br />
<br />
Other Decision Trees/Algorithum Projects:<br />
* K-12 - Phillip Roberts is sharing access to what he has done so far. Will be here in ATL/ at TFL in late August.<br />
* Paroles & Pardons Project<br />
* Aging Decision Tree Project (Washington)<br />
<br />
Development Grant from College of Design: What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew About Their Literacy Experiences<br />
* Awaiting IRB approval<br />
* Howard school is on board and lining up participants.<br />
<br />
TextHelp (Literacy and AT) Project - Troup County (LaGrange, GA) <br />
* Data collection is finished and analysis is under way. <br />
<br />
Other Projects:<br />
* Exploring other possible Grant opportunities:<br />
* HIIAT (High Impact Innovative Assistive Technology) Grants<br />
* FIP (Field Initiated Proposals) NIDILRR Proposals<br />
* GVRA Contract<br />
* Establishing a UX Accessibility Lab (John)<br />
* Establishing a Consortium for Accessibility Research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Data'''<br />
**Public Awareness (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 184,661<br />
**Public Awareness (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 50,650<br />
**Information and Assistance (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 848<br />
**Information and Assistance (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 848<br />
**Group Training (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 1,018<br />
**Group Training (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 749<br />
**Technical Assistance (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 9<br />
**Technical Assistance (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 9<br />
**'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
*'''What Happened'''<br />
**GATE - exhibitor registration is now open. <br />
**USDA tour on July 30 - Liz, Sam, team<br />
**ADA Lunch and Learn and Celebration July 26 - Carolyn, Danny, Liz<br />
<br />
*'''What's Coming up'''<br />
**Tech and Aging Summit August 20 - most hands on deck - Carolyn, Rachel, Liz<br />
**Atlanta Archdiocese Training August 27 - Gina, Sam, Liz<br />
**TFL policy and procedures - Liz, Sam<br />
**TFL website - Liz, Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Projects'''<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' working on SOW for 2020 contract; webinar next week on hearing aid reuse 8/14 at 3:00<br />
<br />
*'''AT Reuse Activities'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Danny, others as needed<br />
**Still continue to provide Reuse TA.<br />
**Working with AT3 on TA protocol, etc.<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts: PIDS - Danny lead, Portal requests - Ciara/Tori <br />
<br />
*'''GTPE UD Video Project'''<br />
**Liz, Sam, Tori, Raminta<br />
**Writing scripts, Editing videos<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Ben S.<br />
**Focus groups - we need participants and would like your input on possible candidates <br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Continue to provide public awareness and education, Planning continues for competition.<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
<br />
*'''ATOB Journal'''<br />
**Tori continues to work on the ATOB layout.<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Updates- K-12 Initiatives (Gina)'''==<br />
K-12<br />
<br />
o K-12 Referrals<br />
<br />
* Approximately 30 active referrals<br />
<br />
* Not accepting any new K-12 referrals for this fiscal year<br />
<br />
* Will take time to complete evaluations and reports for the existing referrals we have<br />
<br />
o Other Key Points Regarding K-12 Referrals<br />
<br />
* Will not consider referrals that require signed contracts/paperwork – such as in the case of Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE’s)<br />
<br />
* Working to update our evaluation rates – work in progress<br />
<br />
* Working to update the overall referral process with background information and intake forms to give us a better foundation before beginning evaluations<br />
<br />
* Working to “standardize” our evaluation process – using forms; creating toolkits<br />
<br />
o K-12 Meeting<br />
<br />
* Carolyn and I meeting are with Wina, Zel, and Paula today to discuss current trends & plans at Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE)<br />
<br />
* Archdiocese Training – August 27<br />
<br />
o Assistive Technology for Reading & Writing<br />
<br />
o AT for Calming the Jitters (Fidgets, Alternative Seating, Sensory)<br />
<br />
o Tour involving E-Text, Captioning & Described Media, & Braille<br />
<br />
* State Special Education Directors<br />
<br />
o September 16, 2019; 1-4<br />
<br />
o October 23, 2019; 1-4<br />
<br />
o March 16, 2020; 1-4<br />
<br />
o State Special Education Directors and administrators will sign up to attend one of the three dates for session here at CIDI. We will cover AT. Interests include: E-Text, Captioning & Described Media, Large print & Braille, AAC & Communication, Smart Pens & Note Taking, PODD Books & Core Vocabulary to support communication in the classroom, PDF and the mark-up process, the use text-to-speech to access PDF and Word docs, fidgets and alternate seating.<br />
<br />
* Georgia Advocacy Office<br />
<br />
o Meeting to discuss augmentative-alternative communication last month with a group there<br />
<br />
o Affirmation we are all seeing very similar trends<br />
<br />
o There is interest in a group coming here for a tour as it has been a while<br />
<br />
* Guest Speaking – Ben’s AAC class at UGA<br />
<br />
o September – chance for DeeDee and I to update engineered materials – to create a presentation that can meet serve in a lot of capacities<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
*Device Demos All Centers 10/1/18- Present: 949<br />
*Device Demo TFL 10/1/18- Present: 140<br />
<br />
*Device Loan All Centers 10/1/18-Present: 519<br />
*Device Loan TFL 10/1/18- Present: 272<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 10/1/18- Present: 6266<br />
<br />
*Contract Updates<br />
*1. DBHDD- Waiting on the new contract- working on the research now and completing the Belton Reports<br />
*2. Other assessments- completed MFP assessment, 2 workplace assessments have been asked about<br />
*3. Working with Danny on inventory in AT Lab<br />
*4. From a contact of Sal's- Elder Care Fair at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta on August 14, 2019 from 11:00AM to 2:00PM<br />
*5. Met with Marnie Harris who is interning with Hello Robot yesterday<br />
*6. School Assessments- we are working on scheduling the ones on the list and answering calls and emails from those who inquire<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-op<br />
# Joseph Ford is the new CFII admin assistant, still waiting on his affiliate status with GT<br />
# Still waiting on a contract with TFL and CFII<br />
# Working on a possible new database for Credit-Able - made from the ground up <br />
# Credit-Able update: Since June 1, 2019<br />
## 12 loans issued totaling $26,559.62 <br />
## 134 Active Loans totaling $396,964<br />
## 2 charge offs totaling $1,418.96 <br />
## 5% default rate for this year so far <br />
## 17 PIF (23 for fiscal year so far)<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inventory''' <br />
# Thank you!<br />
# (almost) done<br />
## Tori is printing labels and attaching<br />
## Newly labeled items will then be stored<br />
## Does old software need to be added to the surplus list?<br />
# New homes for items!<br />
## Working on labeling drawers and cabinets<br />
## Vision and hearing AT is located in the cabinet outside the lab<br />
## Eating/kitchen related AT, Writing aids and bathing/dressing are in the cabinet outside the student bays<br />
## Keyboards/computer access, smartphone equipment, home mod and speakers/headphones are in the cabinet in the access lab<br />
## Safety, sensory, medication management and table top desks are in the cabinet behind Rachel<br />
## Communication, switches, AAC in the cabinet between Rachel and DeeDee <br />
# Surplus<br />
<br />
Miscellaneous <br />
# DBHDD Equipment is being shipped, some has already arrived <br />
# Seven pallets are now on their way to FODAC<br />
# Where is it going to go?</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_07/17/2019&diff=4703TFL Team Meeting - 07/17/20192019-07-16T21:16:22Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*'''Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.'''<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
'''1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.'''<br />
<br />
'''2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.'''<br />
<br />
'''3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.'''<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn)'''==<br />
ATOB:<br />
# Volume 13 is in final editing. Expect release soon. Thank you Tori for all your hard work on this volume!<br />
# Volume 14 theme will be "Literacy". Call for Papers closed June 15. We submitted a paper, "Does Mastery of AT in High school Impact Post Secondary Performance?"<br />
<br />
On DBHDD Contract:<br />
# Team has been focused upon getting out and seeing participants up through last Friday. No more contact with DBHDD project participants until new contract begins.<br />
# Collected data is being updated in SRI Database. Surveys are received and entered. Analysis has begun.<br />
# Numbers are close to final: 66 individuals are complete (47 PWDD; 19 Belton). Another 30 more are close to complete and 16 have asked to delay meeting again or are in process of scheduling.<br />
# IRB has approved/renewed the continuation of the current DBHDD project in order to complete research<br />
# We have submitted the IRB Protocol for DBHDD-2020. Status is pending awaiting completion of CITI courses by team members.<br />
# Plans are being articulated for modifications to SRI database which will streamline data collection and reporting for DBHDD project.<br />
# TFL Team was nominated for the McLean-Yoder Award for Interdisciplinary Collaboration for their work on DBHDD. Did not win but received complementary and encouraging note from Dr. Billy Ogletree, Chair of National Joint Committee for the Communication Needs of Persons with Severe Disabilities.<br />
# Ben is part of Calloway Working Group (Employment First Initiative) looking at partnership between DBHDD and GVRA on employment of PWDD. First fruits of this collaboration are now emerging. There is some cause to be encouraged! Ben is presenting next Friday (7/26) on AT that can support/enhance employment of PWDD.<br />
# Ben and Carolyn have been invited to meet with GTRI and DBHDD regarding the possibility of joining their project to examine the DON-R (Determination of Need) instrument for assessing levels of need of PWDD. We believe we now have a way to monetize movement on the DON-R.<br />
<br />
Work ACCESS Project<br />
# Team conducted several focus groups on mobility and reading and writing in the workplace. More to come next week. <br />
# Thanks to Liz for pulling the focus group announcements together and sending them out. <br />
# Need experts to invite to focus groups on Workstation accomodation, moving around the workplace, reading& writing, and remembering tasks.<br />
<br />
Georgia Tech Professional Education (GTPE project) Work is complete.<br />
# Funding from CATEA to complete courses for professional/ continuing education through GTPE (Sheryl Ballanger - lead)<br />
# Universal Design - leveraging work done for other projects. Thanks to Danny, Sam & Tori for their creative energy and hours invested.<br />
# Introduction to AAC - leveraging course content from UGA course.<br />
# Zerrin - preparing a foundational course for a certificate in AT from CIDI.<br />
<br />
Other Decision Trees/Algorithum Projects:<br />
* K-12 - Phillip Roberts is sharing access to what he has done so far. Will be here in ATL/ at TFL in late August.<br />
* Paroles & Pardons Project<br />
* Aging Decision Tree Project (Washington)<br />
<br />
Development Grant from College of Design: What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew About Their Literacy Experiences<br />
* Think-Aloud data collection while reading<br />
* Lead to the development of "personas" for guidance to developers of AT products<br />
* intended to be a "seed" project that will lead to larger grant in future<br />
<br />
TextHelp (Literacy and AT) Project - Troup County (LaGrange, GA) <br />
* Data collection is finished and analysis is under way. <br />
<br />
Other Projects:<br />
* Exploring other possible Grant opportunities:<br />
* HIIAT (High Impact Innovative Assistive Technology) Grants<br />
* FIP (Field Initiated Proposals) NIDILRR Proposals<br />
* GVRA Contract<br />
* Establishing a UX Accessibility Lab (John)<br />
* Establishing a Consortium for Accessibility Research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Data'''<br />
**Public Awareness (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 177225<br />
**Public Awareness (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 43214<br />
**Information and Assistance (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 763<br />
**Information and Assistance (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 763<br />
**Group Training (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 679<br />
**Group Training (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 410<br />
**Technical Assistance (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 5<br />
**Technical Assistance (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 5<br />
**'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
*'''What Happened'''<br />
**IDEAS - 44 exhibitors! Gross sales - $10,875. Continued growth from last year. 5 sponsors - 3 jekyll, 1 tybee and 1 general conference.<br />
**GATE - exhibitor registration is now open. Will start advertising on website once attendee registration is open (they're still on summer break, so things will start rolling out soon)<br />
**Georgia Power ADAPPT AT Showcase 6/13 - Liz, Sam, Tori, Rachel, Ben J., Ciara<br />
<br />
*'''Projects'''<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' working on SOW for 2020 contract <br />
<br />
*'''AT Reuse Activities'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Danny, others as needed'''<br />
**Still continue to provide Reuse TA.<br />
**Working with AT3 on TA protocol, etc.<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts: PIDS - Danny lead, Portal requests - Ciara/Tori <br />
<br />
*'''GTPE UD Video Project'''<br />
**'''Liz, Sam, Tori, Raminta'''<br />
**Writing scripts, Editing videos, Danny content leader<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Ben S.'''<br />
**Focus groups - we need participants<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Ben J.'''<br />
**Continue to provide public awareness and education, Planning continues for competition<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta'''<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
<br />
*'''ATOB Journal'''<br />
**Tori continues to work on the ATOB layout. Next draft due by July 19.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
*Device Demos All Centers 10/1/18- Present: 747<br />
*Device Demo TFL 10/1/18- Present: 131<br />
<br />
*Device Loan All Centers 10/1/18-Present: 491<br />
*Device Loan TFL 10/1/18- Present: 268<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 10/1/18- Present: 5083<br />
<br />
*Contract Updates<br />
*1. DBHDD- Waiting on the new contract- working on the research now and completing the Belton Reports<br />
*2. Gracewood- COMPLETED! All reports and observations have been sent to Shanta Searles<br />
*3. Other assessments- Have 2 MFP, 2 workplace assessments have been asked about<br />
*4 School Assessments- we have over 30 requests<br />
<br />
From Gina:<br />
School referrals:<br />
Cherokee Charter - 3 new referrals<br />
Glascock County - AAC Assessment complete, report needs to be written<br />
Washington County Schools - inquiring about AT Assessment, waiting on follow-up<br />
Upson County Schools - Norford is working on CIDI membership<br />
Atlanta Public Schools - AAC Assessment scheduled 5/7/19<br />
DeKalb County Schools - in-kind AAC/AT Assessment<br />
Lowndes County Schools - 2 referrals, in process for late summer/early Fall 2019 (AT Evaluations)<br />
Clayton County Schools - 2 referrals, type unknown, in process<br />
2 Private AT Evaluations<br />
<br />
Additional activities regarding Aging Well include: <br />
AIRS conference: Presentation sparked interest in other states (NY & OH) creating their own AT Labs<br />
ADRC conference: hosted AT lab with over 350 participants<br />
Tech & Aging Summit August 20th<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-Op'''<br />
<br />
Dollars and Sense<br />
# Repurposing D&S as a transition resource<br />
# May discuss more at Interagency Transition meeting<br />
## Link to P2P GA database<br />
## Bulk up resources for <br />
### Transition<br />
### AT Plan<br />
### Other (k-12 resources?)<br />
<br />
Credit-Able Updates<br />
# Since March, 18 loans have been approved, $16,900 disbursed (HHS funds are now down to $2,379.38<br />
# 116 active loans totaling $361,499<br />
# The maximum loan Credit-Able will be doing is $5,000<br />
# First $TEP will continue (for now)<br />
<br />
Other <br />
# GLASS Accessibility Conference - great job Tori and Johann! <br />
# SGS was a great experience, lots of interest <br />
# dLINK Not Gala Gala - TFL and AT had some shoutouts <br />
# GLASS prom was a success, everyone loved the space<br />
# SunTrust coming on Friday<br />
# GLASS Accessibility Fair Saturday<br />
# Regions coming next Tuesday<br />
# ABLE Alliance<br />
# I will be missing for a lot of June (IDEAS, CBA, ADRC, CAC) just as a heads up<br />
<br />
=='''Special Projects and Access Lab Updates (Ben J.)'''==<br />
<br />
#Google I/O<br />
#Alexa Privacy<br />
#LeadingAge<br />
#Wireless Leadership Luncheon<br />
#TechSage Advisory Board<br />
#ATIA Webinar<br />
#Gaming Assessments</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_05/07/2019&diff=4661TFL Team Meeting - 05/07/20192019-05-07T14:24:47Z<p>Rwilson85: /* TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Rachel) - 10 mins. */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*'''Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.'''<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
'''1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.'''<br />
<br />
'''2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.'''<br />
<br />
'''3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.'''<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn) - 30 mins'''==<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn) - 10 mins.'''==<br />
ATOB:<br />
# Volume 13 submissions have been peer reviewed in and in editing stage.<br />
# Volume 14 theme will be "Literacy". Call for Papers open April - June 15.<br />
<br />
TextHelp (Literacy and AT) Project - Troup County (LaGrange, GA) <br />
# Troup County has made some unannounced changes in student assignments in the control group classroom. <br />
# We are assessing what information we can gather and use from the semester.<br />
<br />
On DBHDD Contract<br />
# Collected data is being updated in SRI Database<br />
# Numbers are changing daily but as of last week: 26 individuals are complete, 19 more are in the last stage (have AT and need final follow up), 36 are in the process of receiving their AT. We have completed 81 evaluations!<br />
# Team is focused on getting out and seeing participants.<br />
# We met with Amy R. from DBHDD about the proposed budget for next year last Friday. <br />
# There is the potential that we will have another fully funded year - we are working through the exact parameters of this agreement.<br />
<br />
Work ACCESS Project<br />
# Team is preparing for first focus groups. To start in early May.<br />
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Georgia Tech Professional Education (GTPE project)<br />
# Funding from CATEA to complete courses for professional/ continuing education through GTPE.<br />
# Universal Design - leveraging work done for other project.<br />
# Introduction to AAC - leveraging course content from UGA course.<br />
# Sheryl Ballanger - lead.<br />
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Other Decision Trees/Algorithum Projects:<br />
* Paroles & Pardons Project<br />
* Aging Decision Tree Project (Washington)<br />
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Planning meeting for K-12 membership program was held on Tuesday April 23rd.<br />
# Would build upon K-12 decision tree that was developed by Philip Roberts.<br />
# Looking to engage other services besides evals (team building, consulting, etc.)<br />
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Other Projects:<br />
* Exploring other possible Grant opportunities:<br />
* HIIAT (High Impact Innovative Assistive Technology) Grants<br />
* FIP (Field Initiated Proposals) NIDILRR Proposals<br />
* GVRA Contract<br />
* Establishing a UX Accessibility Lab (John)<br />
* Establishing a Consortium for Accessibility Research<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - Program, Outreach & Training Updates (Liz) - 10 mins.'''==<br />
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*'''Data'''<br />
**Public Awareness (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 177225<br />
**Public Awareness (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 43214<br />
**Information and Assistance (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 763<br />
**Information and Assistance (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 763<br />
**Group Training (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 679<br />
**Group Training (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 410<br />
**Technical Assistance (All Centers) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 5<br />
**Technical Assistance (TFL) - 10/01/2018 to Present: 5<br />
**'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
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*'''What’s Upcoming - Important Reminders'''<br />
**GVRA New Hire Orientation 5/8 - Liz lead, who would like to join?<br />
**Georgia Power ADAPPT AT Showcase 6/13 - Liz, Martha, Sam<br />
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*'''IDEAS 2019'''<br />
**Exhibitors:43<br />
**Sponsorship: 5 ($3,500)<br />
**IDEAS Meeting - 5/15 at 2:00<br />
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*'''Other Projects'''<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Trish Redmon'''<br />
**Webinars Focused on Reuse (4)<br />
**CPAP Reuse<br />
**Hearing Aid Reuse<br />
**Prison Refurbishment<br />
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*'''AT Reuse Activities'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Danny, others as needed'''<br />
**Still continue to provide Reuse TA.<br />
**Working with AT3 on TA protocol, etc.<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts: PIDS National Call (Danny), Portal requests - Ciara/Tori lead (Liz/Danny support)<br />
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*'''GTPE UD Video Project'''<br />
**'''Liz, Sam, Tori, Raminta'''<br />
**Currently writing scripts<br />
**Raminta working on videos. Completed "rough cut" of 3 videos.<br />
**Danny is working on content<br />
**Liz is a content contributor<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree and AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Ben S.'''<br />
**Funded!<br />
**Focus groups - 5/13 and 14 at 12:30 (we need participants)<br />
**Focus groups at IDEAS - 6/4 at 9:00 and 12:00 <br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Ben J.'''<br />
**TechSAge 2 - Funded for 5 years!<br />
**Continue to provide public awareness and education<br />
**Planning continues for competition<br />
**Be sure to check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more about what we do!<br />
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*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**'''Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta'''<br />
**Wireless RERC Leadership Luncheon 4/25 - Sam coordinated, Liz and Ben presented<br />
**Video series: Active! (Sam lead, Raminta support)<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
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*'''GVRA''' <br />
**New Hire Orientation - check out calendar for schedule<br />
**New Managers Orientation<br />
**Who would like to co-present?<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Rachel) - 10 mins.'''== <br />
*Device Demos All Centers 10/1/18- Present: 317<br />
*Device Demo TFL 10/1/18- Present: 81<br />
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*Device Loan All Centers 10/1/18-Present: 269<br />
*Device Loan TFL 10/1/18- Present: 124<br />
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*Device Reutilization 10/1/18- Present: 2913<br />
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*Contract Updates<br />
*1. DEI- Rachel and Martha successfully delivered AT to One-Stop Workforce centers in Augusta, Gwinnett and Athens. <br />
*2. DBHDD- Continuing to deliver AT, finalize last visits before June. Meeting with DBHDD went well with TFL team presenting data on how the project has progressed to this point. <br />
*3. Gracewood- Dee Dee completed training on Visual Supports and 4 Assessments. Dee Dee is planning next training in April and to complete the remaining 6 assessments. The reports will be written after. Martha has reached out to Dan Howell regarding a new contract and he is to be in touch next week.<br />
4. Met with DAS 5/6/19: continuing to build the relationship and our opportunities with $157K state received for AT, next phase of Decision Tree, serving AAA/ADRC's assistance with AT across the state, and new ideas including assisting with combating isolation in older adults, especially in rural areas of state.<br />
From Gina:<br />
School referrals:<br />
Cherokee Charter - 3 new referrals<br />
Glascock County - AAC Assessment complete, report needs to be written<br />
Washington County Schools - inquiring about AT Assessment, waiting on follow-up<br />
Upson County Schools - Norford is working on CIDI membership<br />
Atlanta Public Schools - AAC Assessment scheduled 5/7/19<br />
DeKalb County Schools - in-kind AAC/AT Assessment<br />
Lowndes County Schools - 2 referrals, in process for late summer/early Fall 2019 (AT Evaluations)<br />
Clayton County Schools - 2 referrals, type unknown, in process<br />
2 Private AT Evaluations<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny) - 10 mins.'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-Op'''<br />
<br />
Dollars and Sense<br />
# Repurposing D&S as a transition resource<br />
# May discuss more at Interagency Transition meeting<br />
## Link to P2P GA database<br />
## Bulk up resources for <br />
### Transition<br />
### AT Plan<br />
### Other (k-12 resources?)<br />
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Credit-Able Updates<br />
# Since March, 18 loans have been approved, $16,900 disbursed (HHS funds are now down to $2,379.38<br />
# 116 active loans totaling $361,499<br />
# The maximum loan Credit-Able will be doing is $5,000<br />
# First $TEP will continue (for now)<br />
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Other <br />
# GLASS Accessibility Conference - great job Tori and Johann! <br />
# SGS was a great experience, lots of interest <br />
# dLINK Not Gala Gala - TFL and AT had some shoutouts <br />
# GLASS prom was a success, everyone loved the space<br />
# SunTrust coming on Friday<br />
# GLASS Accessibility Fair Saturday<br />
# Regions coming next Tuesday<br />
# ABLE Alliance<br />
# I will be missing for a lot of June (IDEAS, CBA, ADRC, CAC) just as a heads up<br />
<br />
=='''Special Projects and Access Lab Updates (Ben J.) - 10 mins.'''==<br />
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#Google I/O<br />
#Alexa Privacy<br />
#LeadingAge<br />
#Wireless Leadership Luncheon<br />
#TechSage Advisory Board<br />
#ATIA Webinar<br />
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Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S. & Carolyn)'''==<br />
# ATOB - o Volume 11 is available on ATIA.ORG/Research site o Volume 12 is in production o Volume 13 submissions are in - Ben submitted article on AMAC Study (Impact of Mastery of AT in HS on Post 2ndary Performance) for peer review. <br />
# TextHelp! - Troup County (LaGrange, GA) has agreed to host this study. Ben is preparing IRB Protocol for submission. Starts in August!<br />
# Decision Trees/Algorithum<br />
# In DBHDD Contract<br />
# In GVRA Contract<br />
# Establishing a UX Accessibility Lab (John)<br />
# Establishing a Consortium for Accessibility Research<br />
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=='''Special Projects and Access Lab Updates (Ben J.)'''==<br />
<br />
*BEP Currency Reader<br />
- New Pilot Program TFL is a part of<br />
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- We will be providing currency readers at no cost to the individual. The individual will need to fill out the application and we will need to track number that are going out. <br />
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- Devices should be coming in later this week. <br />
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- Have created some slides to include in our presentations, will get those out to everyone. <br />
<br />
*IOT Tracking Azure Platform<br />
*DragonCon<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-Op'''<br />
<br />
# Credit Builders Alliance reached out for a webinar on accessible presentations and a mini-disability 101<br />
# FEMA partnership day is next week after NCIL, working with FODAC and Trach Momma's on the presentation (thank you Liz for the PIOC ppt)<br />
# AT Act funds for AFPs! $2,000,000 proposed for expansion and creation of AFPs. Not the final appropriations bill, but keep fingers crossed <br />
## for creations and expansion<br />
## focus on financial education <br />
# NCIL is next week, connecting our work with National Pass It On Center <br />
# Putting in requests for Dollars and Sense and gTrade redesigns this week <br />
# At disABILITY LINK tomorrow for most of the day 1-on-1 application assistance in the morning, board meeting in the afternoon <br />
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Credit-Able Updates<br />
# 11 applications processed this month (10 approved, 1 denied), total of $29,800 lent <br />
# With increased funding we have exponentially increased applications and dollars lent<br />
## FY 2016- 14 applications (11 approved, 2 denied) $35,123.04 lent<br />
## FY 2017- 33 applications (29 approved, 2 denied, 2 withdrawn) $77,251.93 lent<br />
## FY 2018- 66 applications (56 approved, 8 denied, 2 withdrawn) $175,845.00 lent<br />
# 161 active loans with principle totaling $596,454<br />
# Our default rate is still good, 5 loans were written off, four of those were due to my predecessor over lending to an individual<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
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WELCOME DEE DEE!!<br />
<br />
Projects:<br />
#) TFL Project - Activities: Demo, Device Loan, AT Eval, AT Training, TFL Network: <br />
- 10/1/17- present - All Centers - Device Loans 417, Device Demo 1254, Device Reutilization 2115; TFL- Device Loans 77, Device Demo 182<br />
<br />
#) Division of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) for $1,000,000: <br />
- 126 Referred; 20 declined services or not eligible for the program; majority needing speech services <br />
<br />
#) Division of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) | $68,500 for AT services and training to Gracewood Hospital in Augusta: Almost through DBHDD's contract process.<br />
- Survey has been completed (thanks Asha and Sam C); waiting to hear back from Gracewod regarding mailing iPads for surveys to be completed- hopefully will be mailed this week<br />
- Trainings will be shaped by the outcome of surveys- Asha is compiling results (Sent in 90 responses on papaer)<br />
- 10 individuals already identified to be transitioned out soon and will need AT ASAP<br />
- Krista, Rachel, and Martha have made one trip to Gracewood. We are waiting to receive the AT Agreement forms to be returned; will follow-up this week<br />
- This project does not have funds to purchase equipment; will be doing loans to make sure equipment is right fit<br />
- Rachel and Martha working with Gracewood and TFL Training team in regards to 6 2 hour Disability 101 Trainings. One will be a recorded webinar. Looking at the week of July 23rd for the other 5<br />
- Rachel and Martha looking at calendars for Savannah- Two Gracewood individuals have transitioned out there and there are 4/5 new DBHDD referrals in the Savannah area<br />
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#) DEI ''' <br />
- Doing a contract and budget modification<br />
- referred 2 individuals but not able to complete assessments due to on the job training or individual keeps canceling<br />
- Rachel doing a great job with communication btw TFL and DEI <br />
- Call with Rossany last Thursday; budget modification should be coming through soon<br />
- Would like to hire counselors in Atlanta and has asked for TFL Training June 22nd; Training on hold until they are able to hire<br />
<br />
#) National Parks<br />
- Sounds like contract modification/extension until Dec coming through <br />
- Brian would like to rerecord webinars to keep; this is on hold until Brian confirms what platform NPS will be using<br />
- Brian is working with Jeremy Buzzell on Rapid Visual Assessment and will let us know how to proceed<br />
- Ray Bloomer from the National Center for Accessibility will be here and Brian Cook for a tour at 3:30 this Thursday <br />
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#) GVRA HR Membership has been completed. Have referred 4 individuals for AT Assessments. All Assessments have been completed<br />
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#) Division of Aging Services (DAS) | $10,000 for TA to set up 4 new AT Labs in the ADRCs - DAS has had turn-over/staffing changes, will continue to follow. <br />
- Rachel has at least one MFP assessment ADRC 2019 Conference will be June 19-21 in Savannah<br />
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#) Division of Aging Services (DAS) | $70,000 for AT services and TA to transition people out of nursing homes (MFP): Rolling out through AMAC Membership process!<br />
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#) Still have several requests for AT Evals and AAC Assessments. <br />
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LDA: Conference committee meets each month. 6/27/2018: John Rempel provided updates for the group regarding the LDA Website and App needing attention for accessibility.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - Program, Training and Outreach Updates (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Upcoming Activities'''<br />
**Tobii DynaVox training here at TFL - July 27 (Sam lead)<br />
**GVRA New Hire Orientation - August 2 (Danny lead)<br />
**Senior Services North Fulton - August 2 (Rachel lead)<br />
**GSU LEND Meeting - August 15 and 16 (Tori lead, Danny support)<br />
**DBHDD Power of Connections Symposium (lab and presentations) - August 21 and 22 (Liz, Sam, Tori lead with TFL support)<br />
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*'''GVRA''' - New Hire Orientation on Tuesday July 10 - Complete & Success!<br />
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*'''ATOB Journal''' - V12: Tori has started working on organizing and checking articles - Carolyn & Tori lead<br />
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*''' TFL Graphic Design''' - What are your needs? What materials would you like created? Think further out! - Annabel lead w/Liz<br />
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*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**2018 Tech and Aging Summit - 1st planning meeting on July 27 (Liz & Tori lead)<br />
**Video series: Active! (Sam lead, Raminta support)<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
<br />
*'''GT CATEA TechSAge - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**TechSAge 5 year APR - Complete & Success!<br />
**TechSAge 2 site visit on June 6 - Complete & Now we wait!<br />
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*'''Decision Tree Development''' <br />
**Division of Aging Services (DAS) - Dementia Able and DONR<br />
***May continues to work on Decision Tree visual prototype<br />
***2-4 focus groups coming up - Liz & Rachel lead<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3) National Pass It On Center'''<br />
**AT Reuse Activities: <br />
***CoP Webinars: Marketing for AT Reuse Programs (Complete & Success!)<br />
**Disaster Relief Efforts<br />
***AT/DME/Supplies National Call - Every last Tuesday of the month at 2:00 PM (Liz)<br />
***'''Next Call on Tuesday, July 24'''<br />
***Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (PIDS) National Call - Every Tuesday at 3:00 PM (Danny)<br />
***Portal requests and submissions - Asha lead (Liz/Danny support)<br />
***FEMA ODIC Director - Monday July 9 - Thank you to everyone involved! (Complete & Success!)<br />
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*'''GT CATEA Workplace DRRP'''<br />
**Currently writing scripts - Sam and Tori<br />
**Raminta working on videos. Completed "rough cut" of 3 videos.<br />
**Complete by end of September 2018!<br />
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*'''GT CATEA FIP'''<br />
**2 focus groups @ ATIA 2018 (Complete!)<br />
**Survey, Design Input<br />
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=='''TFL Action Items'''==<br />
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*Presentation Protocol Training<br />
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*TFL Please begin to add all monthly reports to the GA Tech Dropbox<br />
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==Open Floor, Action Items, Agenda Setting (Carolyn facilitates, Open Floor, 5-10 mins)==<br />
*(This time can be used for further discussion of follow-up and/or new topics, hot/action items, and to set agenda items for next month.)<br />
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==Director's Updates (Carolyn)==<br />
* AMAC - Budget & Projections - '''PROGRESS!'''<br />
* Goals 2018:<br />
** 1. Ensure financial sustainability by diversifying revenue, *managing costs, and building a reserve.<br />
** 2. Promote staff excellence by enhancing skill development through training and strengthening accountability.<br />
** 3. Strengthen research contributions to advance academic and public engagement and enhance quality/trust in products and service.<br />
* Effective Program Management<br />
** Best Use of Time and Talents<br />
** Outcome Oriented and Results Focused<br />
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=='''TFL Administration Updates'''==<br />
* HR - <br />
**Reorganization - <br />
** Will Hire:<br />
*** 1-2 more Managers<br />
*** 1 Project Specialist/Research<br />
*** 1 Programmer<br />
* Performance Reviews & Goals<br />
** Updated your Progress Every month<br />
** Save and Share your Kudos!<br />
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==Finance & Programmatic Updates (Carolyn)==<br />
Grants & Contracts Updates!<br />
*1-5 year Strategy!<br />
*PEB<br />
# '''FUNDED'''-AT Act 2017: P4 - do not use. <br />
# '''FUNDED'''-AT Act 2018 - CR1 & CR2: AK Hope to Have Final Budget soon. Preseident Budget 2019 released.<br />
# '''FUNDED''' Division of Behavioral Heath and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) for $1,000,000: Budget Modification<br />
# '''FUNDED''' Division of Behavioral Heath and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) | $68,500 for AT services and training to Gracewood Hospital in Augusta: Moving Forward<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - DEI: Do not charge to unless working on this.<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - Division of Aging Services (DAS) | $10,000 for TA to set up 4 new AT Labs in the ADRCs<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - Alternative Financing Program Grant | $661,742 for Credit-Able: Wrapping up. Only Danny's time. <br />
# '''FUNDED''' - GT Wireless RERC | $15,000 for Training and TA:<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - GT CATEA TechSAge ($10,000):<br />
# '''FUNDED'''- Division of Aging Services (DAS) "Dementia Able" | $40,000 for AT technical assistance for Decision Tree Development:<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - Division of Aging Services (DAS) "DONR" | $16,500 for AT technical assistance for Decision Tree Development:<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - ATAP | $47k for for National Pass It On Center:<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - GTC - PIOC from Portlight! $70k<br />
# '''FUNDED''' - GT CATEA Workplace DRRP | Training and TA: $76,650: Wrapping up<br />
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==Strategic Development Updates (Carolyn)==<br />
2018 Proposals:<br />
# '''NPS''' 5 year funding<br />
# '''RERC''' TechSAge 2: 5 year funding<br />
# '''DRRP''' CATEA: 5 year funding<br />
# '''DBHDD'''<br />
# '''HHS - DT'''<br />
#'''CDFI''' CFII - Match<br />
#'''GVRA''' 1-3 year funding<br />
#'''NIDLIRR''' AbleData: 5 year funding<br />
#'''Aging?'''<br />
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2019 Planning:<br />
#'''RERC?''' AMAC Lead<br />
#'''FIP''' AMAC Lead<br />
#'''NSF'''<br />
#'''Increase State Funding'''<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services Updates'''==<br />
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==AT Access Updates (Martha)==<br />
Projects:<br />
#) TFL Project - Activities: Demo, Device Loan, AT Eval, AT Training, TFL Network: <br />
- 10/1/17- present - All Centers - Device Loans 417, Device Demo 1254, Device Reutilization 2115; TFL- Device Loans 77, Device Demo 182<br />
<br />
#) Division of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) for $1,000,000: <br />
- 126 Referred; 20 declined services or not eligible for the program; majority needing speech services <br />
<br />
#) Division of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) | $68,500 for AT services and training to Gracewood Hospital in Augusta: Almost through DBHDD's contract process.<br />
- Survey has been completed (thanks Asha and Sam C); waiting to hear back from Gracewod regarding mailing iPads for surveys to be completed- hopefully will be mailed this week<br />
- Trainings will be shaped by the outcome of surveys- Asha is compiling results (Sent in 90 responses on papaer)<br />
- 10 individuals already identified to be transitioned out soon and will need AT ASAP<br />
- Krista, Rachel, and Martha have made one trip to Gracewood. We are waiting to receive the AT Agreement forms to be returned; will follow-up this week<br />
- This project does not have funds to purchase equipment; will be doing loans to make sure equipment is right fit<br />
- Rachel and Martha working with Gracewood and TFL Training team in regards to 6 2 hour Disability 101 Trainings. One will be a recorded webinar. Looking at the week of July 23rd for the other 5<br />
- Rachel and Martha looking at calendars for Savannah- Two Gracewood individuals have transitioned out there and there are 4/5 new DBHDD referrals in the Savannah area<br />
<br />
#) DEI ''' <br />
- Doing a contract and budget modification<br />
- referred 2 individuals but not able to complete assessments due to on the job training or individual keeps canceling<br />
- Rachel doing a great job with communication btw TFL and DEI <br />
- Call with Rossany last Thursday; budget modification should be coming through soon<br />
- Would like to hire counselors in Atlanta and has asked for TFL Training June 22nd; Training on hold until they are able to hire<br />
<br />
#) National Parks<br />
- Sounds like contract modification/extension until Dec coming through <br />
- Brian would like to rerecord webinars to keep; this is on hold until Brian confirms what platform NPS will be using<br />
- Brian is working with Jeremy Buzzell on Rapid Visual Assessment and will let us know how to proceed<br />
- Would like TFL to create 2 Universal Design Templates for physical and programmatic; these are on hold for now <br />
- Martha has weekly calls with Brian Cook<br />
- A survey list of questions and a draft strategic plan has been sent for him to review<br />
- Brian has asked for us to Review NPS projects for Accessibility- has not given us feedback on the one we sent yet on 5/29<br />
- Brian has asked for an Accessibility Checklist- sent draft 5/29 and asked us to keep working on it <br />
- Rachel and Martha went to Cumberland Island and looked at accessibility<br />
F/U: Phone call with Brian on 6/26:<br />
-Review and provide comments on the one-year plan spreadsheet<br />
TFL: We will provide comments to the spreadsheet- so far things look good on TFL part<br />
-Review and provide comments on the accessibility project tool.<br />
TFL: We will begin the focus in the UD Section<br />
-Brian will figure out how to identify all the PDFs (potentially 700!) and videos that need to be brought up to 508 compliance and send the list to TFL.<br />
TFL: will wait to hear from Brian<br />
Brian will email the parks get stories and requests for fodder about service/comfort animal training. Will be 30 minutes long with 15 for Q&A.<br />
Will look at calendars and confirm date- sent email to begin planning<br />
Sarah and Rachel will continue to work on "checklist" and email status updates to Brian. Weekly phone calls are on hold until after Brian returns from vacation. <br />
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#) GVRA HR Membership has been completed. Have referred 4 individuals for AT Assessments. Danny and Martha are completing; asked John Rempel to check is referring for ICT accessibility on AWARE database was needed.<br />
Remaining 2 AT assessments are scheduled- Mike G. provided excellent information and guidance re: accessibility with AWARE database.<br />
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#) Division of Aging Services (DAS) | $10,000 for TA to set up 4 new AT Labs in the ADRCs - '''Memberships - Are they all Members?''' Rachel will review. DAS has had turn-over/staffing changes, will continue to follow. <br />
- Rachel has at least one MFP assessment<br />
- <br />
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#) Division of Aging Services (DAS) | $70,000 for AT services and TA to transition people out of nursing homes (MFP): Rolling out through AMAC Membership process!<br />
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#) Still have several requests for AT Evals and AAC Assessments. AAC Assessment are on hold until new SLP has been hired<br />
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LDA: Conference committee meets each month. 6/27/2018: John Rempel provided updates for the group regarding the LDA Website and App needing attention for accessibility.<br />
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==AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)==<br />
Projects: <br />
TFL - '''Activities: Credit-Able, G-Trade, Dollars & Sense, AT Depot Co-Op'''<br />
<br />
# Credit Builders Alliance was a '''success'''<br />
## Accessibility issues<br />
## We were thanked for our space<br />
## Surprise panel appearance by Danny<br />
### Natural and Declared Disasters <br />
# Loans applications are still coming in <br />
# August/September we will hear back regarding the ACL grant, thanks to all that helped with that!<br />
# Upcoming: National Council for Independent Living (partially sponsored by disABILITY LINK) and FEMA community day (right after NCIL)<br />
# Disasters with Liz: calls are now once a month for National Pass It On Center, but still weekly for PIDS and Getting It Right calls<br />
<br />
==Access Lab/Special Projects Updates (Ben J.)==<br />
<br />
*IOT Tracking Azure Platform<br />
*ATIA Proposals<br />
*DragonCon<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Updates'''==<br />
==Program, Training & Outreach Updates (Liz)==<br />
*'''IDEAS Annual Conference'''<br />
**IDEAS 2018 - Complete & Success!<br />
**IDEAS 2019 - Sam & Liz have already started planning with GDOE<br />
<br />
*'''ATIA 2019 Orlando - Proposals submitted! (Proposal acceptances will be announced in September.)'''<br />
**Creating an Inclusive Emergency Planning Summit in Your State - Carolyn, Liz and Amy G. (State AT Programs)<br />
**Self-Advocacy: Tips, Tricks and Lessons Learned - Danny & Liz<br />
**Increasing Assistive Technology Service Delivery Through Partnerships - Liz & Jessi Wright w/WVATS (State AT Programs)<br />
**Creativity and Nontraditional Approaches to Enhancing Individuals Lives - Liz & Olivia Rains - TXATP<br />
**Taking Your Assistive Technology Lab on the Road: Best Practices - Sam P, Rachel & Liz<br />
**Emergency Management: Exploring and Maximizing Statewide and National Partnerships - Carolyn, Liz and Chris Brand (State AT Programs)<br />
**AT Software Knowledge Base FIP w/CATEA - Sam P. and Karen Milchus<br />
**AT for Notetaking - Martha, Rachel & Jessi Wright w/WVATS<br />
<br />
*'''GVRA'''<br />
**GVRA Manager and Supervisor Training on 6/22 - Complete & Success! <br />
**GVRA New Hire Orientation on Tuesday July 10 - Liz lead w/Danny (anyone can join)<br />
<br />
*'''ATOB Journal'''<br />
**V11 Complete!<br />
**V12: Tori has started working on organizing and checking articles - Carolyn & Tori lead<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design''' - What are your needs? What materials would you like created? Think further out! - Annabel lead w/Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Credit-Able - Training Logistics, Website deliverables'''<br />
**Training team to catch up with Danny on presentations and outreach<br />
**Annabel created financial education materials. Complete!<br />
<br />
*'''GT Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**2018 Tech and Aging Summit - 1st planning meeting on July 27 (Liz & Tori lead)<br />
**Video series: Active! (Sam lead, Raminta support)<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
<br />
*'''GT CATEA TechSAge - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**TechSAge 5 year APR - Complete & Success!<br />
**TechSAge 2 site visit on June 6 - Complete & Now we wait!<br />
<br />
*'''Decision Tree Development''' <br />
**Division of Aging Services (DAS) - Dementia Able<br />
**Division of Aging Services (DAS) - DONR<br />
***Todd has passed the torch on the Decision Tree algorithm<br />
***May continues to work on Decision Tree visual prototype<br />
***2-4 focus groups coming up - Liz & Rachel lead<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3) National Pass It On Center'''<br />
**AT Reuse Activities: <br />
***AT Reuse TA to State AT Programs: Ongoing - Liz lead<br />
***CoP Subcommittees: Medicaid, IQ ATR, Knowledge Base - Carolyn, Trish, Liz (Almost done!)<br />
***CoP Webinars: Next one is on Wednesday, July 11 - Marketing for AT Reuse Programs<br />
**'''Disaster Relief Efforts'''<br />
***Grant Proposal - CDC with PIDS & PIOC - funding during times of emergencies. Complete! - Carolyn & Liz lead<br />
***Grant Proposal - CNCS (Corporation for National and Community Service) with PIDS and AUCD - 2018 Community Conversations Research - focuses on engaging communities in conversations about civic health using participatory research approaches (emergency/disaster relief). $200,000! Complete! - Carolyn & Liz lead<br />
***AT/DME/Supplies National Call - Every last Tuesday of the month at 2:00 PM <br />
***Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (PIDS) National Call - Every Tuesday at 3:00 PM<br />
***Portal requests and submissions - Asha lead (Liz/Danny support)<br />
**'''National Pass It On Center'''<br />
***AT Reuse Technical Assistance: Ongoing - Liz lead<br />
***Reuse Locations Database maintenance<br />
***FEMA ODIC Director - Monday July 9<br />
<br />
*'''GT CATEA Workplace DRRP'''<br />
**Currently writing scripts - Sam and Tori<br />
**Raminta working on videos. Completed "rough cut" of 3 videos.<br />
<br />
*'''GT CATEA FIP'''<br />
**2 focus groups @ ATIA 2018 (Complete!)<br />
**Survey, Design Input<br />
<br />
==TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)==<br />
# ATOB<br />
# TextHelp!<br />
# Decision Trees/Algorithum<br />
# In DBHDD Contract<br />
# In GVRA Contract<br />
# Establishing a UX Accessibility Lab (John)<br />
# Establishing a Consortium for Accessibility Research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Action Items'''==<br />
==Open Floor, Action Items, Agenda Setting (Carolyn facilitates, Open Floor, 5-10 mins)==<br />
*(This time can be used for further discussion of follow-up and/or new topics, hot/action items, and to set agenda items for next month.)<br />
<br />
==Follow Up Topics and Upcoming Topics==</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3325ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-15T16:01:24Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
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<div><br />
Contents [hide] <br />
1 AT Solutions Lab<br />
2 AT Lab Schedule<br />
3 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab[edit]<br />
Assistive technology provides opportunities for productive and healthy living as we age. Solutions and new ideas will be available to explore in the technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the ADRC Healthy Communities Summit Conference.<br />
The AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
Lab Set-up - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 7 (confirming time to set up- anticipate late in afternoon)<br />
<br />
9-4:00 pm Rachel<br />
Wednesday, June 8<br />
<br />
8:30pm-5:00pm Rachel<br />
Thursday, June 9<br />
<br />
<br />
5:00 AT Lab Tear Down- <br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
LDA AT Solutions Lab<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment List ADL: <br />
*'''Feeding''': <br />
*Liftware<br />
*Liftware level spoon<br />
*Built-up handle utensils<br />
*Divided Freedom plate<br />
*Plate guard<br />
*Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
*Universal cuff<br />
*2 handle mug<br />
*3-D printed soda can holder<br />
*'''Dressing''': <br />
*Reacher<br />
*Dressing stick<br />
*Long shoe horn<br />
*Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
*Adaptive shoe<br />
*Bathing/Personal: <br />
*Denture brush<br />
*Freedom wand<br />
*Long sponge<br />
*Medication management systems<br />
*Talking thermometer<br />
*Vision: <br />
*Pebble<br />
*AbiSee<br />
*'''Hearing''': <br />
*Pocket Talker<br />
*Comfort Duett<br />
*T.V. Soundbox<br />
*Chattervox<br />
*Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
*AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
*'''Mobility''': <br />
*Swivel seat<br />
*Handy bar <br />
*Grab bar<br />
*Bed assist<br />
*Roomba<br />
*Rear view car mirror<br />
*'''Safety'''<br />
*Epic ID bracelet<br />
*Yellow Safety Tape<br />
*Wander Alert<br />
<br />
*'''Computer access''': <br />
*selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
*Mounts<br />
*Fidget items<br />
*'''Recreation'''<br />
*Gardening/playing card holder<br />
<br />
*'''Other AT'''<br />
*Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
*Kubi<br />
*iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
*Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
*Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)<br />
*Glassous<br />
*Stationary Bike<br />
*Gaming<br />
*Beams</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3318ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-03T16:36:48Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
<hr />
<div><br />
Contents [hide] <br />
1 AT Solutions Lab<br />
2 AT Lab Schedule<br />
3 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab[edit]<br />
Assistive technology provides opportunities for productive and healthy living as we age. Solutions and new ideas will be available to explore in the technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the ADRC Healthy Communities Summit Conference.<br />
The AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
Lab Set-up - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 7 (confirming time to set up- anticipate late in afternoon)<br />
<br />
9-4:00 pm Rachel<br />
Wednesday, June 8<br />
<br />
8:30pm-5:00pm Rachel<br />
Thursday, June 9<br />
<br />
<br />
5:00 AT Lab Tear Down- <br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
LDA AT Solutions Lab<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment List ADL: <br />
*'''Feeding''': <br />
*Liftware<br />
*Liftware level spoon<br />
*Built-up handle utensils<br />
*Divided Freedom plate<br />
*Plate guard<br />
*Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
*Universal cuff<br />
*2 handle mug<br />
*3-D printed soda can holder<br />
*'''Dressing''': <br />
*Reacher<br />
*Dressing stick<br />
*Long shoe horn<br />
*Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
*Adaptive shoe<br />
*Bathing/Personal: <br />
*Denture brush<br />
*Freedom wand<br />
*Long sponge<br />
*Medication management systems<br />
*Talking thermometer<br />
*Vision: <br />
*Pebble<br />
*AbiSee<br />
*'''Hearing''': <br />
*Pocket Talker<br />
*Comfort Duett<br />
*T.V. Soundbox<br />
*Chattervox<br />
*Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
*AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
*'''Mobility''': <br />
*Swivel seat<br />
*Handy bar <br />
*Grab bar<br />
*Bed assist<br />
*Roomba<br />
*Rear view car mirror<br />
*'''Safety'''<br />
*Epic ID bracelet<br />
*Yellow Safety Tape<br />
*Wander Alert<br />
<br />
*'''Computer access''': <br />
*selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
*Mounts<br />
*Fidget items<br />
*'''Recreation'''<br />
*Gardening/playing card holder<br />
<br />
*'''Other AT'''<br />
*Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
*Kubi<br />
*iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
*Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
*Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3317ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-03T15:36:11Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
<hr />
<div><br />
Contents [hide] <br />
1 AT Solutions Lab<br />
2 AT Lab Schedule<br />
3 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab[edit]<br />
Assistive technology provides opportunities for productive and healthy living as we age. Solutions and new ideas will be available to explore in the technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the ADRC Healthy Communities Summit Conference.<br />
The AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
Lab Set-up - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 7 (confirming time to set up- anticipate late in afternoon)<br />
<br />
9-4:00 pm Rachel<br />
Wednesday, June 8<br />
<br />
8:30pm-5:00pm Rachel<br />
Thursday, June 9<br />
<br />
<br />
5:00 AT Lab Tear Down- <br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
LDA AT Solutions Lab<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment List ADL: <br />
*'''Feeding''': <br />
*Liftware<br />
*Liftware level spoon<br />
*Built-up handle utensils<br />
*Divided Freedom plate<br />
*Plate guard<br />
*Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
*Universal cuff<br />
*2 handle mug<br />
*3-D printed soda can holder<br />
*'''Dressing''': <br />
*Reacher<br />
*Dressing stick<br />
*Long shoe horn<br />
*Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
*Adaptive shoe<br />
*Bathing/Personal: <br />
*Freedom wand<br />
*Long sponge<br />
*Medication management systems<br />
*Talking thermometer<br />
*Vision: <br />
*Pebble<br />
*AbiSee<br />
*'''Hearing''': <br />
*Pocket Talker<br />
*Comfort Duett<br />
*Chattervox<br />
*Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
*AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
*'''Mobility''': <br />
*Swivel seat<br />
*Handy bar <br />
*Grab bar<br />
*Bed assist<br />
*Roomba<br />
*Rear view car mirror<br />
<br />
*'''Computer access''': <br />
*selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
*Mounts<br />
*Fidget items<br />
*'''Recreation'''<br />
*Gardening/playing card holder<br />
<br />
*'''Other AT'''<br />
*Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
*Kubi<br />
*iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
*Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
*Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3316ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-03T15:30:17Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
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<div><br />
Contents [hide] <br />
1 AT Solutions Lab<br />
2 AT Lab Schedule<br />
3 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab[edit]<br />
Assistive technology provides opportunities for productive and healthy living as we age. Solutions and new ideas will be available to explore in the technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the ADRC Healthy Communities Summit Conference.<br />
The AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
Lab Set-up - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 7 (confirming time to set up- anticipate late in afternoon)<br />
<br />
9-4:00 pm Rachel<br />
Wednesday, June 8<br />
<br />
8:30pm-5:00pm Rachel<br />
Thursday, June 9<br />
<br />
<br />
5:00 AT Lab Tear Down- <br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
LDA AT Solutions Lab<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment ListADL: <br />
*Feeding: <br />
*Liftware<br />
*Liftware level spoon<br />
*Built-up handle utensils<br />
*Divided Freedom plate<br />
*Plate guard<br />
*Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
*Universal cuff<br />
*2 handle mug<br />
*3-D printed soda can holder<br />
*Dressing: <br />
*Reacher<br />
*Dressing stick<br />
*Long shoe horn<br />
*Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
*Adaptive shoe<br />
*Bathing/Personal: <br />
*Freedom wand<br />
*Long sponge<br />
*Medication management systems<br />
*Talking thermometer<br />
*Vision: <br />
*Pebble<br />
*AbiSee<br />
*Hearing: <br />
*Pocket Talker<br />
*Comfort Duett<br />
*Chattervox<br />
*Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
*AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
*Mobility: <br />
*Swivel seat<br />
*Handy bar <br />
*Grab bar<br />
*Bed assist<br />
*Roomba<br />
*Rear view car mirror<br />
<br />
Computer access: selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
Mounts<br />
Fidget items<br />
Gardening/recreation/playing card holder<br />
Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
Kubi<br />
iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3300ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-01T20:16:23Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
<hr />
<div><br />
Contents [hide] <br />
1 AT Solutions Lab<br />
2 AT Lab Schedule<br />
3 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab[edit]<br />
Assistive technology provides opportunities for productive and healthy living as we age. Solutions and new ideas will be available to explore in the technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the ADRC Healthy Communities Summit Conference.<br />
The AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
Lab Set-up - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 7 (confirming time to set up- anticipate late in afternoon)<br />
<br />
9-4:00 pm Rachel<br />
Wednesday, June 8<br />
<br />
8:30pm-5:00pm Rachel<br />
Thursday, June 9<br />
<br />
<br />
5:00 AT Lab Tear Down- <br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
LDA AT Solutions Lab<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment ListADL: <br />
Feeding: <br />
Liftware<br />
Liftware level spoon<br />
Built-up handle utensils<br />
Divided Freedom plate<br />
Plate guard<br />
Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
Universal cuff<br />
2 handle mug<br />
3-D printed soda can holder<br />
Dressing: <br />
Reacher<br />
Dressing stick<br />
Long shoe horn<br />
Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
Adaptive shoe<br />
Bathing/Personal: <br />
Freedom wand<br />
Long sponge<br />
Medication management systems<br />
Talking thermometer<br />
Vision: <br />
Pebble<br />
AbiSee<br />
Hearing: <br />
Pocket Talker<br />
Comfort Duett<br />
Chattervox<br />
Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
Mobility: <br />
Swivel seat<br />
Handy bar <br />
Grab bar<br />
Bed assist<br />
<br />
Computer access: selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
Mounts<br />
Fidget items<br />
Gardening/recreation/playing card holder<br />
Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
Kubi<br />
iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3299ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-01T20:14:32Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
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<div><br />
Contents [hide] <br />
1 AT Solutions Lab<br />
2 AT Lab Schedule<br />
3 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab[edit]<br />
Creative, comprehensive use of technology and the Internet by students and teachers as the very best resource ever is the focus for the Technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the LDA Conference.<br />
<br />
The AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
Lab Set-up - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 7 (confirming time to set up- anticipate late in afternoon)<br />
<br />
9-4:00 pm Rachel<br />
Wednesday, June 8<br />
<br />
8:30pm-5:00pm Rachel<br />
Thursday, June 9<br />
<br />
<br />
5:00 AT Lab Tear Down- <br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
LDA AT Solutions Lab<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment ListADL: <br />
Feeding: <br />
Liftware<br />
Liftware level spoon<br />
Built-up handle utensils<br />
Divided Freedom plate<br />
Plate guard<br />
Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
Universal cuff<br />
2 handle mug<br />
3-D printed soda can holder<br />
Dressing: <br />
Reacher<br />
Dressing stick<br />
Long shoe horn<br />
Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
Adaptive shoe<br />
Bathing/Personal: <br />
Freedom wand<br />
Long sponge<br />
Medication management systems<br />
Talking thermometer<br />
Vision: <br />
Pebble<br />
AbiSee<br />
Hearing: <br />
Pocket Talker<br />
Comfort Duett<br />
Chattervox<br />
Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
Mobility: <br />
Swivel seat<br />
Handy bar <br />
Grab bar<br />
Bed assist<br />
<br />
Computer access: selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
Mounts<br />
Fidget items<br />
Gardening/recreation/playing card holder<br />
Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
Kubi<br />
iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=ADRC_Healthy_Communities_Summit_2017&diff=3297ADRC Healthy Communities Summit 20172017-05-01T19:59:46Z<p>Rwilson85: Created page with "Contents [hide] 1 AT Solutions Lab Partners 2 Presentations 3 AT Lab Schedule 4 AT Solutions Lab Layout 5 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List AT Solutions Lab Partners[edit] Ass..."</p>
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1 AT Solutions Lab Partners<br />
2 Presentations<br />
3 AT Lab Schedule<br />
4 AT Solutions Lab Layout<br />
5 AT Solutions Lab Equipment List<br />
AT Solutions Lab Partners[edit]<br />
Assistive technology provides opportunities for productive and healthy living as we age. Solutions and new ideas will be available to explore in the technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the ADRC Healthy Communities Summit Conference.<br />
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center<br />
2 Tenth Street<br />
Augusta, GA 30901<br />
<br />
<br />
Tools for Life AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
<br />
AMAC http://www.amacusg.org/<br />
Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/<br />
Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Presentations[edit]<br />
<br />
List of Apps for LDA PDF Handout<br />
AT Lab Schedule[edit]<br />
<br />
AT Lab Setup - Rachel<br />
Tuesday, June 6, 2017: Time to be confirmed (anticipate 4-6 pm)<br />
<br />
AT Lab Hours: <br />
Wednesday 9:00-4:00<br />
Thursday 8:30-5:00<br />
<br />
<br />
AT Lab Breakdown - Rachel<br />
AT Solutions Lab Layout[edit]<br />
<br />
AT Solutions Lab Equipment List[edit]<br />
TFL Equipment ListADL: <br />
Feeding: Liftware<br />
Liftware level spoon<br />
Built-up handle utensils<br />
Divided Freedom plate<br />
Plate guard<br />
Dysem/non-slip mat<br />
Universal cuff<br />
2 handle mug<br />
3-D printed soda can holder<br />
Dressing: Reacher<br />
Dressing stick<br />
Long shoe horn<br />
Adaptive clothing- Zipcares<br />
Adaptive shoe<br />
Bathing/Personal: Freedom wand<br />
Long sponge<br />
Medication management systems<br />
Talking thermometer<br />
Vision: Pebble<br />
AbiSee<br />
Hearing: Pocket Talker<br />
Comfort Duett<br />
Chattervox<br />
Memory: Reminder Rosie<br />
AAC/Communication: low tech/high tech AT ??<br />
Mobility: Swivel seat<br />
Handy bar <br />
Grab bar<br />
Bed assist<br />
<br />
Computer access: selection of keyboards and mice for vision/arthritis<br />
Mounts<br />
Fidget items<br />
Gardening/recreation/playing card holder<br />
Nature bright (light for mood)<br />
Kubi<br />
iPad and protective case: apps for memory, vision, emergency<br />
Wearable technology: reminder watch<br />
Mental health: anti-anxiety (weighted vest)</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=2016_International_Learning_Disabilities_(LDA)_Conference_AT_Solutions_Lab-_February_15-18-_Orlando,_Florida&diff=25122016 International Learning Disabilities (LDA) Conference AT Solutions Lab- February 15-18- Orlando, Florida2016-02-04T17:13:25Z<p>Rwilson85: /* AT Lab Schedule */</p>
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<div>==='''AT Solutions Lab Partners'''===<br />
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Creative, comprehensive use of technology and the Internet by students and teachers as the very best resource ever is the focus for the Technology Lab that will be available Wednesday through Friday at the LDA Conference. <br />
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The LDA|AMAC AT Solutions Lab is generously brought to you by:<br />
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* AMAC http://www.amacusg.org/ <br />
* Tools for Life http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/ <br />
* Georgia Institute of Technology http://www.gatech.edu/<br />
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* Washington Assistive Technology Act Program http://watap.org/ <br />
* University of Washington, Center for Technology and Disability Studies http://uwctds.washington.edu/<br />
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* Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) http://www.iltech.org/<br />
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==='''Presentations'''===<br />
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*[[Media:2015_LDA_AT_101.pdf | AT 101: Understanding and Advocating for Assistive Technology]]<br />
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*[[Media:2015_LDA_Tea_&_Talk_Our_Favorite_Apps_-_Writing.pdf | Tea & Talk Our Favorite Apps for Writing]]<br />
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*[[Media:2015_LDA_AT_102_-_Back_to_the_Basics_Tablets,_Apps_and_LD.pdf | AT 102: Back to the Basics: Tablets, Apps and LD]]<br />
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*[[Media:2015_LDA_Learn_More_Do_More_Accessibility_Apps.pdf | Learn More and Do More: Exploring Accessibility and Apps]]<br />
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*[[Media:2015_LDA_Expanding_Social_Media_Knowledge.pdf | Expanding Social Media Knowledge]]<br />
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*[[Media:SNHU_Robot_Therapy.pdf | Robot Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder]]<br />
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*[[Media:Apps_for_LDA.pdf | List of Apps for LDA PDF Handout]]<br />
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==='''AT Lab Schedule'''===<br />
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'''Sunday, February 15 3-5'''<br />
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*Lab Set-up- Everyone, will not take 2 hours<br />
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'''Monday, February 15 9-5:15''' <br />
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*9am to 10- Open exhibited Hours: Rachel<br />
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*10 AM to 11 AM M5 Technology Assistive Technology (AT) 101 – Begin with the End in Mind Carolyn Phillips, AMAC, Tools for Life at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA Martha Rust, AMAC, Tools for Life at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA Maria Kelley, University of Washington, Seattle, WA Welcome to the Assistive Technology Revolution! Assistive Technology developments have been a catalyst for producing positive life-changing results for individuals with learning disabilities. In this session, the presenters will share helpful advocacy tips, AT solutions/strategies, and information on AT trends to watch. Level: Basic<br />
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*9:30-10:30- HearBuilder an online software series that is designed to help students with basic listening and language comprehension skills- Erica Zollman<br />
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*10 AM- 12:00- Rachel<br />
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*12-2- Open Exhibit Hours: Rachel<br />
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*2-3:30-<br />
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*3:30-4:45-Tea & Talk: Our Favorite Apps for Writing & Reading<br />
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*4:45-5:15- Open Exhibit Hours: Rachel<br />
'''Tuesday, February 16 8:45-5:30'''<br />
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*8:45- 9:45- Open Exhibit Hours<br />
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*9:45-11-<br />
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*11-12:15-<br />
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*11-12:15 Assistive Technology (AT) 102 – Diving Below the Surface Carolyn Phillips, AMAC, Tools for Life at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA Martha Rust, AMAC, Tools for Life at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA Maria Kelley, University of Washington, Seattle, WA Assistive Technology can have a transformational effect for individuals with LD. This session will dive deeper to look at AT feature matching. Join us to explore specific AT strategies and solutions to promote success in school, workplace, and community settings that can ultimately assist with smooth transitions throughout life. Level: Intermediate<br />
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*12:15-1:30- Open Exhibit Hours<br />
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*1:30-3-<br />
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*3-4:30<br />
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*4:30-5 Tea & Talk: Our Favorite Apps for Organization<br />
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*5-5:30- Open Exhibit Hours<br />
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'''Wednesday, February 17 8:45-1:15'''<br />
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*8:45- 9:45- Open Exhibit Hours<br />
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*9:45-11:30- Tea & Talk: Our Favorite Apps for Living & Transitions<br />
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*10- 11-W9 Technology Here’s Hope: Assistive Technology (AT) Supporting Mental Health for People with LD Carolyn Phillips, AMAC, Tools for Life, Atlanta, GA Maria Kelley, University of Washington, Seattle, WA Rachel Wilson, AMAC, Tools for Life, Atlanta, GA Assistive technology can be used in innovative ways to support individuals with LD who have mental health (MH) issues. Join us to explore how the use of AT, from telepresence, tablets, apps to word prediction are keeping people with LD off the FAST (Frustration or Fatigue, Anxiety, Stress and Tension) Track. Level: Intermediate<br />
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*11:30-12:15<br />
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*12:15-1:15- Open Exhibit Hours<br />
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*1:15-3-Everyone Lab Tear Down<br />
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==='''AT Solutions Lab Layout'''===<br />
*[[Media:AT_Solutions_Lab.pdf | LDA AT Solutions Lab]]<br />
*[[Media:LDA_AT_Solutions_Lab_configuration.pdf | DRAFT Basic LDA AT Solutions Lab Configuration]]<br />
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<br />
==='''AT Solutions Lab Equipment List'''===<br />
'''IATP Equipment List'''<br />
*2-Mac<br />
*2- Chromebooks<br />
*2- Laptops with windows 7<br />
*2- laptops with Windows 8<br />
*10- iPads/iPad minis<br />
*3- Surface tablets<br />
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*Software:<br />
*JAWS<br />
*Openbook/Pearl<br />
*Zoomtext<br />
*MAGic<br />
*Dragon<br />
*Read and Write Gold<br />
*Solo<br />
*WordQ- Do you have Speech Q?<br />
*Inspiration<br />
*Kurzweil 3000<br />
*Ginger?<br />
<br />
*mount kit<br />
*Ruby<br />
*Livescribe pens<br />
*Keyboards <br />
*mice<br />
*pencil grips<br />
*different cases for iPads<br />
*Eye-Pal Reader<br />
*Droid Watch<br />
*Talking Calculator<br />
*Talking Theromometer<br />
*Talking Pill alarm<br />
*Pocket talker<br />
*Wireless headphones<br />
*sit to stand desk<br />
*ball chair<br />
<br />
'''WATAP'''<br />
<br />
*Telepresence Robot<br />
*Android devices<br />
*Kindle Fire<br />
*Ram mounts<br />
*scale<br />
*pebble<br />
*magnifiers<br />
*laptop with WYNN, ClaroRead and ReadIt<br />
*iPod touch<br />
*Reading Pen<br />
*Talking Dictionary<br />
*Eye Pal Reader<br />
*ergonomic seat<br />
*Foot Fidget<br />
*Wizcom SuperPen Scanner<br />
*Optelect ClearReader +<br />
*LiveScribe Echo<br />
<br />
'''TFL'''<br />
*Kubi<br />
*iPod touch<br />
*Samsung watch<br />
*smaller keyboard<br />
*new Android tablets<br />
*Kindle Fire<br />
*Franklin Anybook anywhere<br />
*Laptop stand<br />
*iGuys case- can put IATP ipad in<br />
*Big Grip Tablet- can put IATP ipad in<br />
*Personal fitbits<br />
*We will have our laptop and new surfaces as well</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_07/06/2015&diff=2304TFL Team Meeting - 07/06/20152015-07-07T15:04:56Z<p>Rwilson85: </p>
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<div>AGENDA<br />
<br />
==='''TFL BUSINESS'''=== <br />
* HR Update - CP<br />
** Rachel<br />
***Goals for Performance Review<br />
** Travel Projections <br />
<br />
* TFL Contracts & Budget - CP<br />
** New Modifications<br />
<br />
==='''DIRECT SERVICE'''=== <br />
*TFL Network Updates: - Martha<br />
*pALS AAC Reuse - Database - Martha<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - + SC - MR<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Device Label - LP<br />
<br />
<br />
*DAS Grant - ADRC Tool Kit & Training Update - Rachel <br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Agenda - RW<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Dates - LP<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - One Drive - RW<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Review AT List - Team<br />
<br />
*TFL Evaluations - Martha <br />
**UGA | RCLD<br />
**TRACE Center<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Shadow - RW<br />
<br />
<br />
* Credit-Able Update - Daphne<br />
**Credit-Able Strategic Planning Meeting Follow up - Modified Vehicle Summit<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Date - DB & LP<br />
**ACTION ITEM: - Log - DB & MR<br />
<br />
==='''STATE LEADERSHIP'''=== <br />
*Conferences/Trainings:<br />
**DAS Lab Update - Liz<br />
**IDEAS Follow Up - Team<br />
*** Pre-Conference - Payment/reimbursement - CP & Martha<br />
**GATE Update - Martha & Ben<br />
* Cave Springs - Martha<br />
* Autism Conference - Martha<br />
<br />
*Public Awareness:<br />
**AppFinder - Indiana - Ben J.<br />
**Website/Wiki:<br />
***Pass It On Center Wiki & Website - CP<br />
**Information & Assistance:<br />
<br />
'''Partnerships:'''<br />
* RESNA - AT Reuse & AFP Conference - CP & Liz<br />
*ODEP Focus Group - CP & Liz<br />
*LDA Technology Committee - CP<br />
*HCBS Lab - CP & Martha<br />
* GCDV - Training & Meeting - CP & Liz<br />
<br />
'''New Business:'''<br />
*GDOE - Opportunity - Ben S.<br />
<br />
==='''STATE OUTCOMES'''=== <br />
* AccessGA - John<br />
<br />
==='''TFL Team Updates!'''=== <br />
* Ben S.:<br />
* Ben J.:<br />
* Daphne:<br />
* Liz:<br />
* Martha:<br />
* Rachel:<br />
<br />
==='''Update & Upcoming TFL Events'''=== <br />
*Roles & Responsibilities <br />
<br />
=== 2015 ===<br />
<br />
Report:<br />
<br />
#June 16-19: DAS - AT Lab - Liz<br />
<br />
Upcoming:<br />
<br />
#July 11-14: AT Directors Meeting - CP<br />
#July 17 Emory Autism conference<br />
#August 31-Sept. 2: RESNA/Catalyst AT Reuse & AFP Conference (in DC)- CP<br />
#August 31-Sept. 2: Aging Conference (in DC)- CP<br />
#DragonCon - Presentation - Laynea, CP, Liz and Ben J.<br />
#September 18-20 GOTA conference<br />
#September 25 Fall Prevention Community Health Day<br />
#October: Switch Training - Liz<br />
#October: MedTrade - Liz<br />
#Dec. GATE<br />
#Dec. TASH - CP<br />
<br />
===2016===<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==='''Next Meeting: July 7, 2015'''===<br />
<br />
Meeting Documentation</div>Rwilson85http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=2014_-_11/18:_Tools_for_Life_Team_Meeting&diff=19132014 - 11/18: Tools for Life Team Meeting2014-11-18T17:55:38Z<p>Rwilson85: /* 2015 */</p>
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<div>AGENDA<br />
<br />
==='''TFL BUSINESS'''=== <br />
* HR Update - CP<br />
* Planning - Leave - CP<br />
**Annual Report to Congress<br />
**State Plan for TFL<br />
** UGA | RCLD<br />
**GATE<br />
**LDA AT Lab<br />
** Credit-Able Mtg<br />
<br />
* TFL Strategic Planning Meeting <br />
** MS Projects - CP<br />
<br />
* TFL Contracts & Budget - CP<br />
** GAN $114,277 through December 11<br />
** All Submitted! - CP<br />
<br />
==='''DIRECT SERVICE'''=== <br />
*TFL Network Updates: - Martha<br />
**AT Tool Kits for ILCs - GREAT JOB! - Martha<br />
<br />
* Credit-Able Update - CP & Daphne<br />
**Credit-Able Strategic Planning Meeting - CP<br />
*** Martha & Liz Teach Daphne Logistics - How's it going to find space? - Daphne<br />
*** Wednesday, Dec. 17th and Thursday, Dec. 18th<br />
<br />
==='''STATE LEADERSHIP'''=== <br />
*Conferences/Trainings:<br />
**GATE Update (See Below) - Ben S.<br />
**GASHA Update - Ben S.<br />
<br />
*Public Awareness:<br />
<br />
*Website/Wiki:<br />
**Dollars & Sense Update - Liz & Daphne<br />
<br />
*Information & Assistance:<br />
**TFL Hotline - How's it going? - Daphne<br />
<br />
'''Partnerships:'''<br />
*DAS - $80,800! - CP<br />
<br />
'''New Business:'''<br />
*UGA Regional Center on Learning Disabilities (RCLD) - AT Evaluations on Fridays - CP<br />
*CDC Potential Project<br />
<br />
==='''STATE OUTCOMES'''=== <br />
* AccessGA - Joy<br />
<br />
==='''TFL Team Updates!'''=== <br />
* Rachel:<br />
* Martha:<br />
* Liz:<br />
* Joy:<br />
* Daphne:<br />
* Ben S.:<br />
* Ben J.: <br />
<br />
<br />
==='''Update & Upcoming TFL Events'''=== <br />
*Roles & Responsibilities <br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
<br />
# November 6: Macon - AT Tool Kits for ILCs Training - Martha, Daphne and Rachel<br />
# November 6: Atlanta - LeadingAge Keynote - Liz<br />
# Dec. 5: GATE - TFL EVENT<br />
<br />
<br />
===2015=== <br />
# January 27-31: ATIA - Orlando - TFL Team - PLAN!<br />
# Feb: Atlanta - Credit-Able Strategic Planning Meeting - TFL Team<br />
# Feb. 18-21: Chicago - International Learning Disabilities Association (LDA) Conference - (AT Solutions Lab & Presentations)<br />
# Feb. 26-28: International Seating Symposium - Nashville - Liz & Ben<br />
# Feb. 27-28 GSHA - Athens, GA - Ben S.<br />
# March 2-7: San Diego CSUN - CP (Presenting)<br />
# April 16-19: Nashville-AOTA Conference- Rachel<br />
# April 27-29: 2015 National ADA Symposium<br />
# June 1-5: IDEAs - TFL EVENT - ALL<br />
# June 1-3: m-Enabling - CP, CL & JK<br />
# June 7-11: AT Act Directors Meeting - Presenting - CP<br />
# June 10-13: Society for Disability Studies Conference & ADA Celebration in Atlanta!<br />
# June 10-14: RESNA - Pre-Instructional Course (All Day) - CP & Martha<br />
# Dec. GATE<br />
<br />
===2016===<br />
<br />
<br />
==='''TFL Duties for GATE 2014'''===<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Organizing Student Guides<br />
**Follow up & confirm with student orgs<br />
*** Schedule for shifts for day of<br />
*** How to set up – locating student guides<br />
**Day of<br />
*** Check-in / t-shirts<br />
*** Placing guides around student center<br />
*** # to call with issues and questions<br />
<br />
*Staging materials for GATE<br />
*** Storage area for materials coming from exhibitors, sponsors<br />
*** Work area for GATE Team<br />
<br />
*Prep for Event<br />
*** Trolley directions to student center<br />
*** MARTA directions<br />
*** From hotel to student center<br />
<br />
*Day before<br />
*** Workspace for GATE Team at GATFL/AMAC<br />
*** Stuff packets<br />
*** Move stuff to Student Center<br />
<br />
<br />
*Last Resort Fund<br />
**Materials for display<br />
*** Tickets<br />
*** Reminder in email to participants – bring $1s<br />
*** Change<br />
*** Change box<br />
*** 3-folds<br />
**Day of<br />
*** Set up table for ticket sales<br />
*** Sell tickets<br />
*** All day? Cut off?<br />
<br />
*Door Prizes<br />
*** Prep list of door prizes ahead of time<br />
*** Remind exhibitors to bring prizes<br />
<br />
*Day of<br />
**Set up PowerPoint / laptop in Ball room<br />
**8 AM Check in with exhibitors (clip board)<br />
*** Door prize?<br />
*** We draw/ they draw (Let us know who so we can announce)<br />
*** We give/ they give<br />
**Collect/ Stage (locate) prizes for give away<br />
*** List prizes on PowerPoint<br />
*** Drawing <br />
*** Collect tickets from Last Resort Fund Table<br />
*** Draw for prizes<br />
*** Post on PowerPoint (announce winners)<br />
*** Meet winners to claim prize<br />
*** Check ticket confirm winner<br />
*** Record name/district of winner<br />
*** Provide prizes<br />
***Plan for unclaimed prizes at end of day.<br />
<br />
*Exhibitors<br />
*** Collect Exhibit Descriptions from EventBrite <br />
*** Round up exhibitors yet to register<br />
*** Solicit sponsorships<br />
*** Remind exhibitors to bring door prize<br />
<br />
**Day of<br />
*** Loading dock directions/instructions<br />
*** Guide posted at Loading dock<br />
*** Manning the Exhibit desk in Exhibit Hall<br />
*** Wifi Passwords<br />
*** Electrical needs<br />
<br />
<br />
==='''Next Meeting: 2015'''===<br />
<br />
Meeting Documentation</div>Rwilson85