To announce the release of new requirements for CI Recertification and a revisedtimeline for access to the CI Recertification exam. Attachment 1: ODPANN 25-016 Newly Released Updates to Certified Investigator (CI) Recertification
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-015 New Support Coordinator Training for Health Risk Training Tool (HRST). The purpose of this communication is to announce a new training course for all new Supports Coordinators (SCs) in the HRST application. This training will be required
Performance Based Contracting General Information Session (January 29, 2025) Recording Slides – Performance Based Contracting General Information Session (January 29, 2025)
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-014 Provider Qualification Process. The purpose of this communication is to share that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require a statewide process to ensure providers are qualified to render services to waiver-funded individuals. The Provider
ODPANN 25-013 UPDATE: Qualification Process for New Intellectual Disability Autism Provider Applicants The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-013 UPDATE: Qualification Process for New Intellectual Disability Autism Provider Applicants and its attachments: Attachment 1 – New Provider Qualification Approval Template, Attachment 2 – New Provider
The LifeCourse Nexus, the national program led by the University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC), released the latest episode of it's Showcase365 podcast which features Pennsylvania's Supporting Families team. Episode 4, titled Supporting Families Together in Pennsylvania, features an interview with ODP's statewide supporting families lead Candi Walton and Pennsylvania Family Network
This communication announces the release of the ISP Manual that includes changes dueto the January 1, 2025 amendments to the Consolidated, Community Living andPerson/Family Directed Support waivers. The Individual Support Plan Signature Form (DP1032) is also updated. Attachment 1: ODPANN 25-012: Updates to the Individual Support Plan (ISP) Bulletin Attachments Attachment 2:
The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-011 Registration for March Certified Investigator (CI) Forum Now Open. The purpose of this announcement is to communicate to the above entities that Temple University Harrisburg Certified Investigator Program and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) will be facilitating
Smart home technology is revolutionizing the way people with disabilities can live more independent, comfortable, and secure lives. For the past four years, Community Interactions (CI) has embraced this innovative shift, integrating smart home devices into the homes of the individuals it supports to enhance autonomy, safety, and convenience. With the encouragement
By Allis KensingEnabling Technology ManagerPenn-Mar Human Services My first experience with Assistive Technology (AT) solutions was in 2016 while working for a provider to find employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I was intrigued with its potential and the limitless possibilities beyond that function. By definition, Assistive Technology is
