To address identification of staffing ratios for facility time in the provision of the Community Participation Support service. Attachment ODP 19-098: Clarification on Identification of Staffing Ratios for Facility Time in the Community Participation Support Service
To provide continued guidance, including a timeline for transitional activities, regarding the July 1, 2019 requirement in the Community Participation Support and Day Habilitation service definitions that each individual be offered opportunities to spend time in community locations consistent with her or her preferences, choices and interests. Attachment ODP 19-090: Continued Guidance:
To inform all waiver providers and vendors that a modification in the Office of Developmental Programs Provider Enrollment will take effect July 1, 2019. Attachment ODP 19-069: Reissue 2-- Process Modification in The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Provider Enrollment Process
To announce that an updated version of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) Contact Information for ID/Autism Coordinators is now available. Attachment ODP 19-048: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) Contact Information for ID/Autism Coordinators--Updated 4/10/19
These documents are intended to provide updated guidance related to the following Intellectual Disability/Autism (ID/A) Waiver employment services: • Advanced Supported Employment • Supported Employment • Small Group Employment • Community Participation Support – The Prevocational Component • Benefits Counseling [Included in the Quick Guide] Attachment ODP 19-025: Now Available-- Updated ID/Waiver
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
To announce new documentation requirements within the Individual Support Plan (ISP).These requirements are part of the implementation of a settlement agreement, whichpertains to services received by individuals through the Consolidated Waiver. UPDATE:To clarify guidance on Page 5 regarding “Frequency and Duration of the actionsneeded.” The total number of units will NOT be
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
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
This ODP communication is intended to provide clarification regarding the provision of discrete Respite services for individuals who are authorized to receive Life Sharing services as well as clarification on the provision of Respite in Life Sharing homes. This communication applies to Life Sharing and/or Respite services rendered through the Consolidated, Person/Family
