The purpose of this communication is to announce that the proposed amendments to the Consolidated, Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS), Community Living, and Adult Autism Waivers and proposed rates for select services are available for public review and comment. There is a 30-day public comment period that starts on May 27, 2023 and
Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in distributing the attached communication: ODPANN 20-114 Reissue COVID-19 FAQ About Modifications to MedAdmin Requirements. The purpose of this communication is to provide updated information regarding that “Training for non-oral routes of medication administration that is permitted to be provided by a certified trainer
To announce a 45-day public comment period on the Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) proposal to implement Selective Contracting for Residential and Supports Coordination (SC) services. Public comment will be accepted until 11:59pm on July 10, 2023. Attachment 1: ODP Announcement 23-042: Open for Public Comment: Concept Paper on Selective Contracting for Residential
October 23 and October 24, 2023 The Pennsylvania Lifesharing Coalition invites you to save the date for the 11th Annual Lifesharing Conference - October 23rd and 24th, 2023. The family friendly event will feature presentations, exhibitors, and the Excellence in Lifesharing Award Ceremony. The event will offer training hours. $200 early bird
Family Friendly, Training Hours, Sponsorship and Presenter Opportunities, Exhibit Hall, Excellence in Lifesharing Award Ceremony, and so much more! Attachment 1: SAVE THE DATE: Pennsylvania 2023 Lifesharing Conference - October 23 and 24 - Eden Resort Lancaster
During the 2023 Charting The LifeCourse Showcase held in Kansas City, Missouri, two representatives of Pennsylvania's support professional cohort were recognized for their work. Francine Hogan, Director of PA Family Network, and Christine Breakstone, Western Coordinator for Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1) each received awards at the national conference recognizing their
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing announcement ODPANN 23-041 Max Number of Hours per Week of InHome and CS Companion Services that Relatives and Legal Guardians May Provide. The purpose of this announcement is to: • Notify stakeholders of the restoration of the maximum number of hours per
The Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the ODP External Training Calendar for June, 2023 Attachment 1: ODP June 2023 Training Calendar
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing announcement ODPANN 23-040 FY23-24 Renewal Guidance. This communication will provide guidance for the FY 2023-2024 renewal period. The following topical areas will be addressed in this communication: • Federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ending • Leap Year • Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS)
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has launched a new landing page at GetInternet.gov for its Affordable Connectivity Program. AffordableConnectivity.gov will still exist as a resource for consumers and digital navigators with more detailed information about the program. The FCC is continuing its efforts to promote the program by providing grants to community
