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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 24-034. The purpose of this announcement is to inform all interested persons of the availability of the latest annual report that assesses provider compliance with the federal Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Rule for ODP. Please view the announcement for additional information and details.
PA Family Network has announced important workshops and Good Life Groups for April 2024. You can register for upcoming events at PA Family Network’s website. View the full listing below.
Support Groups
LifeCourse Workshops
Waiver Workshops
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared their Division of Quality Management’s QM Spotlight, the ninth in a series of quarterly publications that provides information and reminders about how to build and sustain your organization’s and ODP’s Culture of Quality. You can view the Issue 9, Spring Edition here.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared a reissue of ODPANN 24-032. There were several items that needed correction within the original document, and these items have been corrected in the updated version. All changes are in red. Please only use this version going forward.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) reminds Residential Providers and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs)* of the new requirement to submit year-end financial statements no later than 9 months after their fiscal year end. For many providers this will be March 31, 2024. Details of this requirement are available in ODPANN 23-76.
If your MPI is included on the available spreadsheet, your financials have not been received as of March 25, 2024, and will need to be submitted.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 24-033. This announcement’s purpose is:
Please view the announcement for additional information and details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is pleased to offer a webinar regarding the Specialty Telehealth and Assessment Team (STAT) waiver service. STAT is a new waiver service available to individuals in the Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS), Community Living, and Consolidated Waiver programs. STAT is a telehealth service that is consultative and provides disability-specific advice on when best to seek additional or in-person medical treatment for the participant. It provides 24/7 access to physicians with extensive education and experience within the IDA population 365 days a year, who triage and evaluate medical conditions as needed. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the STAT waiver service, how it works, and the benefit to participants.
ODP Will be holding two sessions. The information will be the same at both. Pre-registration is required. Select the preferred session date to register.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared this important announcement from FEMA and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers (RCI).
In recognition of caregivers’ dedication and commitment to those in their care, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers (RCI) have created the Disaster Preparedness Guide for Caregivers to help them navigate unique challenges that may arise during disasters.
When forced to evacuate, relocate to emergency shelters, or find temporary housing, care recipients and caregivers require support and services that meet them where they are and account for unmet needs. FEMA is pleased to announce this new guide that focuses on the lived experience of caregivers who often serve as a lifeline for others, whether the skies are blue or gray.
See the new guide for the three essential steps that can help caregivers feel more prepared and in control when disaster strikes.