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ODP ISAC Member to Testify on Workforce Shortages

Nicholas “Nick” Smith, member of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) will be testifying in front of the United States Senate Special Committee on Aging on the topic of “The Long-Term Care Workforce: Addressing Shortages and Improving the Profession” on Tuesday, April 16, 10:00 AM. Nick is

ODPANN24-035: Action Required in Preparation for Enterprise Case Management (ECM)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-035 - Action Required in Preparation for Enterprise Case Management (ECM). The purpose of this communication is to request providers’ assistance in updating their contact information and service information to ensure accuracy in the Home and Community-Based Services

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Eye Protection Needed During Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024

On Monday, April 8, 2024, there will be an eclipse event, and parts of Pennsylvania will have a view of a total solar eclipse. The Office of Developmental Programs is reminding everyone that it is not safe to directly view an eclipse with the unprotected eye. Severe eye damage or blindness can occur. It

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New Respiratory Guidance – ID (Infectious Disease) Connect Newsletter

On March 15, 2024, Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) released a health advisory about the CDC New Respiratory Virus Guidance (which is a general guidance for community settings). Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) provides this guidance based upon available information and is subject to change. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

ODPANN 24-034: Now Available: Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Settings Rule Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-034: Now Available: Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Settings Rule Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023. The purpose of this announcement is to inform all interested persons of the availability of the latest annual report that assesses

ODPANN 24-032 Reissue Now Available Administrative Review (AR) Courses

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-032 Now Available: Administrative Review (AR) Courses. The purpose of this announcement is to communicate that the AR Course, which includes an online module and a live virtual case study session, is now available. Please review the announcement

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April is Autism Acceptance Month!

April is Autism Acceptance Month! Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed a proclamation to acknowledge the many individuals on the autism spectrum, their abilities and contributions, and their inclusion within the community. Click on the proclamation image above to view and download a PDF version.

SAU1 Events Flyer April 2024

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in sharing the attached calendar of events from Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1). Attachment 1: SAU1 Events Flyer April 2024

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