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ODP Shares Sensory Friendly Preparedness Guide for Large-Scale Events
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-030. The purpose of this communication is to introduce the guide Sensory Friendly Preparedness Guide for Large-Scale Events and the accompanying social story. The guide is designed to support providers in assessing and preparing for planned large-scale public events. This resource aims to help ensure that individuals receiving services remain safe and continue to access the support they need throughout such events.
Please view the announcement for more details.
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ODP Shares Updates to the PUNS Manual, DP1055, and Supplemental Form
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-028. The purpose of this communication is to distribute the updated Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services (PUNS) Manual and the revised DP1055 – PUNS Form, effective February 2026, and to announce the implementation of related updates to the Emergency PUNS process.
These updates are part of the Office of Developmental Programs’ continued implementation of the Multi-Year Program Growth Strategy and are intended to strengthen the accuracy, consistency, and documentation of Emergency Need determinations statewide.
Please review the announcement for more details.
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Reminder: PBC March 2026 Quarterly Provider Forum for SCOs March 3
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared this important reminder for the provider forum for support provider preparedness for Support Coordination Organizations (SCO). ODP will review the quarterly forums and discuss data presented to the Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Provider Performance Review Subcommittee. ODP will also review the emerging themes or trends with the implementation of performance-based contracting.
Audience:
Supports Coordination Organization (SCO)
Date and Time:
March 3, 2026
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
ODP Shares Updates for MyTranscript Reports
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-027. This announcement shares that an update has been made to Part 1 and Part 2 of the MyTranscript reports and is now available to access from the MyTranscript link in the navigation bar. Users will now be able to export the MyTranscript report as a PDF. Please visit here to view instructions on how to print the MyTranscript reports.
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ODP Shares Vol. 3.1 of CI Program Spotlight Quarterly Newsletter
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-026. This communication announces the release of a new issue of the quarterly newsletter. The newly released CI Program Spotlight, Volume 3, Issue 1, may be found on the MyODP website by following the link on the CI Program home page.
Please view the announcement for more details.
ODP to Host Virtual Discussion on ID/A Waivers, ISP Manual, and Enrollment Process
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) invites individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism (ID/A) and their families to join in a virtual discussion with members of the Division of Policy and Program Innovation. These sessions are informal, meaning the conversation will not be recorded, and rules will be set before the session starts to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe to provide questions and comments. The session will be held through Microsoft Teams.
Please note: This event is being held only for individuals and family members; this is not an event for someone who is only a professional.
What Will Be Covered?
ODP staff will demonstrate where to go online to find the ID/A waivers available in Pennsylvania and the Individual Support Plan (ISP) manual, as well as how to navigate within the documents. The session also includes a review of the enrollment process using the publicly available documents. Finally, ODP staff will discuss with individuals and family members who they should contact once they begin the registration process.
Audience:
Individuals and Families
Date and Time:
March 18, 2026
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
March 2026 ODP Training Calendar Now Available
Registration Now Open for Spring/Summer 2026 ODP QM Certification Classes
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-024. This announcement provides information on how to register for new 2026 Quality Management (QM) Certification virtual classes.
Key things you should know about the virtual class:
- Class size is limited to 32 participants.
- Classes are held over 2 consecutive days, from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm.
- Prerequisite modules are required to prepare learners for the class and must be completed prior to attending class.
Spring/Summer 2026 Class Dates:
- April 27 – 28
- May 11 – 12
- June 15 – 16
- July 13 – 14
- July 27 – 28
Register here. Please review the announcement for more details.
Reminder: MyPBC Portal Data Submission Window Now Open
ODP Residential Providers are reminded that the ODP MyPBC Portal is now open for providers to submit their Performance-Based Contracting (PBC) data. The portal will remain open for providers to submit their data until March 16, 2026, at 11:59 pm.
ODP held a training for the MyPBC Portal system for Residential Service Providers. The recording of this session can be found here.
Please view ODPANN 26-017 for more details.
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