Vol. 9, No. 2 Spring 2001	Previous Issues Subscribe to AT Messenger Download PDF Viewer
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We Need to Hear From You

Beth Mineo, DATI Director

The Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative (DATI) offers many products and services that help Delawareans find and acquire the tools that they need to get the most out of life. We provide training and technical assistance, operate Assistive Technology (AT) Resource Centers, offer equipment demonstrations and short-term equipment loans, help people find resources to pay for AT devices and services, and advocate for the adoption of more consumer-responsive policies and practices.

Every so often, we like to touch base with our "customers"-the individuals, families, agencies, and service providers who rely on DATI-to make sure that our products and services are meeting their needs.

A Very Important Feedback Tool

In the center of the print issue of The AT Messenger, you'll find a white questionnaire. It contains questions about your familiarity and satisfaction with a number of DATI products and services. It also asks about your interest in some new initiatives that we will pursue if interest is sufficiently strong.

DATI at a Crossroads

DATI is at a crossroads in many respects. Our federal funding has been reduced by half, and we must look to new sources of support to carry on with our full array of activities. Now would be a good time for us to eliminate services that are not in high demand.

On the other hand, if your feedback tells us that we shouldn't disrupt services-and perhaps that we even need to expand certain services or initiate new ones-we can use this information as we appeal to state and private funders for financial support.

Please take the time to share your opinions with us. We learned last November that every vote counts I assure you that your input will help to shape the ways in which DATI responds to your needs in the coming years.