AT Training Library
Welcome to the Ability Tools (formerly AT Network) training library. Many of the trainings were recorded live. All trainings are open captioned and available for you to view on YouTube at your leisure.
Please choose as many categories below to view relevant trainings:
List of 8 Archived Trainings:
Important Things to Consider When Starting a Reuse Program: Return of Investment, Partnerships & Sustaining that Program! Tuesday - June 21st, 2016 • 1:30PM (PST)
The presenters will discuss how to develop creative partnerships that reduce operating costs and leverage transportation, labor and space for your Reuse programs from around the country. How to use state statutes related to, distressed and reused medical equipment to advance your program, and as well as some creative funding strategies to sustain reuse programs.
Transcript 1 of 2: http://abilitytools.org/training/uploads/2016-Reuse_Conference/ReturnOfInvestmentPartnerships&SustainingThatProgram_CBRAND.pptm
Transcript 2 of 2: http://abilitytools.org/training/uploads/2016-Reuse_Conference/ReturnOfInvestmentPartnerships&SustainingThatProgram2.ppt
Presenters: Cathy Valdez, Executive Director, Project MEND
Roger Levy, Director, University of Texas Austin, Texas Technology Access
Chris Brand, Executive Director, Friends of Disabled Adults & Children
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: See above.
Materials: a_ReturnOfInvestmentPartnerships&SustainingThatProgram_CBRAND.rtf
Getting Recognized: How to Market your Reuse Program Tuesday - June 21st, 2016 • 11:00AM (PST)
This session includes strategies for successful marketing and awareness building of your reuse program. We will discuss campaigns, partnerships, social media techniques, fundraising events and community outreach.
Presenters: Denise E. Bennett, Director, Operations & Development, Project MEND
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: 2016-Reuse_Conference/GettingRecognizedHowToMarketYourReuseProgram_DBENNETT.ppt
Materials: a_GettingRecognizedHowToMarketYourReuseProgram_DBENNETT.rtf
Statewide Medicaid Reuse Partnerships & Collaborations Tuesday - June 21st, 2016 • 9:30AM (PST)
This session will focus on how two states: Kansas and Oklahoma have built statewide reuse programs through Medicaid. Presenters will discuss how advocates for Reuse developed strategies and forged relationships that led to public policy changes necessary to make it possible for Medicaid to support Reuse programs and services in their states. They will describe how their networks function, their Reuse outcomes and impact, and discuss any barriers and improvements that they have identified.
Transcript 1 of 2: http://abilitytools.org/training/uploads/2016-Reuse_Conference/StatewideMedicaidPartnerships&CollaborationsATReuse_SSACK.pptx
Transcript 2 of 2: http://abilitytools.org/training/uploads/2016-Reuse_Conference/StatewideMedicaidPartnerships&CollaborationsATReuse_LJACO.pptx
Presenters: Sara Sack, Program Director Assistive Technology for Kansas
Linda Jaco, Associate Director and Director of Sponsored Programs Department of Wellness – Oklahoma State University
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: See above.
Materials: a_StatewideMedicaidPartnerships&CollaborationsATReuse_SSACK_LJACO.rtf
Supporting your Reuse Program through the California AT Reuse Coalition and the Keep the Wheels Rolling Fund Monday - June 20th, 2016 • 2:45PM (PST)
During this session you will learn about the California Assistive Technology Re-use Coalition. You will also learn about the tools and resources available to help fund repairs for community based non-profit organizations to create easier access to DME Reuse for consumers with disabilities.
Presenters: Kevin Hansen, Device Lending & Reuse Manager, Ability Tools
Rosemarie Punzalan, Technology Coordinator, Ability Tools
Location: 2016 Reuse Conference, Sacramento CA.
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: 2016-Reuse_Conference\SupportingYouReuseProgramThroughCATRC&KWRF_CFILC.ppt
The Nuts and Bolts of Running a Reuse Program Monday - June 20th, 2016 (PST)
During this session you will learn that there is more to DME Reuse than one can imagine. In this session you will learn how much of your day to day time goes to activities such as pick-up and delivery, data entry, mechanic, problem solver, sanitizer, logistics organizer, service provider, fundraiser, grant writer, and net worker. You will also learn ways that will help save the environment, help the community and save government agency resources.
Presenters: Eddie Lopez, AT Advocate, Independent Living Resources of Solano and Contra Costa Counties
Deborah Uhl, AT Advocate, Disability Action Center
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference, AT Professional Development, Reuse
Transcript: 2016-Reuse_Conference/TheNutsAndBoltsOfRunningAReuseProgram_ELOPEZ_DUHL.pptx
Materials: a_TheNutsAndBoltsOfRunningAReuseProgram_ELOPEZ_DUHL.rtf
Emergency Preparedness & Reuse - Stories from the California Wildfires Monday - June 20th, 2016 (PST)
This session will discuss the collaboration of national, state and local governments and non-profits as we responded to the needs of California Wildfire survivors in 2015, with Reused Assistive Technology & Durable Medical equipment.
Presenters: Vance Taylor, Chief, Office of Access and Functional Needs California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Teresa Favuzzi, Executive Director, California Foundation for Independent Living Centers
Dwight Bateman, Resource Specialist, Department of Rehabilitation
Sandra Graham, AT Advocate, Disability Resource Agency for Independent Living
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: 2016-Reuse_Conference/Reuse&EmergencyPreparedness_TFAVUZZI.pptx
Materials: a_Reuse&EmergencyPreparednessStoriesFromTheCAWildfires.rtf
Fundraising Strategies for your Reuse Program Monday - June 20th, 2016 (PST)
This session will discuss how to diversify your funding sources to include social entrepreneur concepts, fee for service, foundation approach for operating and capital needs, and Individual and corporate approaches. Other information if needed: Some discussion will also center around reporting your service outcomes and testimonials to maximize your funding opportunities.
Presenters: Chris Brand, Executive Director, Friends of Disabled Adults & Children
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: 2016-Reuse_Conference\FundraisingStrategiesForYourReuseProgram_CBRAND.pptx
Materials: a_FundraisingStrategiesForYourReuseProgram.rtf
Scaling Up Your Reuse Program Monday - June 20th, 2016 (PST)
Scaling up a Reuse program requires employing a variety of strategies including: Remote donation sites, how to leverage volunteers, community outreach, collaboration social entrepreneurship and becoming better stewards in getting equipment returned.
Presenters: Mark Waterson, Executive Director, Convalescent Aid Society
Location: Webinar Platform
Tags: 2016 Reuse Conference
Transcript: 2016-Reuse_Conference\Ability-Tools-Reuse-Conference-FINAL.ppt
Materials: a_ScalingUpYourReuseProgram_MWATERSON.rtf