ODP 19-036: Process To Implement Participant Direction Transfers From the Adult Autism Waiver to an ID/A Waiver

This communication provides an overview about the process to implement reserved capacity for participant direction transfers in the Consolidated, Community Living and Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) waivers (hereafter referred to as the Intellectual Disability/Autism waivers [ID/A waivers]). Each waiver reserves 5 spaces each year (a total of 15 per year) for participants

ODP 19-29: Quality Investigation Unit at Temple University

ODP is pleased to announce that the Certified Investigator Training Program vendor, Temple University of Harrisburg (TUH), has established a Quality Investigations Unit. This unit will be conducting Certified Investigator Peer Reviews (CIPRs) of investigations completed by Department-certified Investigators. Attachment ODP 19-29: Quality Investigation Unit at Temple University

ODP 19-007: Improving the Quality of Residential Services Report Available

ODP is pleased to release the following report: “Improving the Quality of Residential Services.” For an overview and explanation, ODP encourages you to read and share the attached announcement with stakeholders, as it provides a brief overview of the report’s contents. The referenced report marks evidence of ODP’s continued commitment toward improved

ODP 19-003 : New Process for Residential Habilitation Vacancies

This Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Communication is to inform all interested parties of revisions in the Residential Habilitation vacancy management process that pertains to Harry M. class members. Attachment ODP 19-003 : New Process for Residential Habilitation Vacancies

Health Alert– Choking: A Medical Emergency

This Health Alert is intended to make all providers, staff and other caregivers aware of this serious issue of choking. All should become familiar with resources to aid in the identification of individuals at risk for choking, the training of staff and the appropriate documentation of special dietary needs and choking precautions.

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