Peter Ybarra, Akudi Loan client, poses next to his 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan accessible vehicle, purchased through AMS Vans. This vehicle has a side-entry for easier access to enter the vehicle.(L-R) Priscilla Ybarra, Peter Ybarra, Christina Jung, and Leah Abelon take a group photo in front of GSAT before concluding the interview on the Akudi Loan Program.On August 23, Christina Jung, Guam CEDDERS Research Associate, (right) and Leah Abelon, Guam System for Assistive Technology (GSAT) Center Coordinator, (not shown), conducted an interview with Peter Ybarra (left), Akudi Loan client, and wife, Priscilla Ybarra (right), at the GSAT Center . The Ybarra family received their accessible vehicle from AMS Vans last week through the assistance of the Akudi Loan Program. During the interview, they excitedly shared how the AT device has promoted great independence and overall quality of life.
Leah Abelon (standing right), GSAT Center Coordinator, and Christina Jung (standing left), Guam CEDDERS Research Associate, presented information on the Akudi Loan Program during the PEP Island-wide Conference on Disabilities at Hotel Nikko Guam on April 29. The Akudi Loan Program assists persons with disabilities and their families, in purchasing assistive technology devices and services.
