The purpose of this announcement is to provide updated guidance and information relating to a qualification requirement that has been added to the Residential Habilitation, Life Sharing, and Supported Living services (“residential services”). The updated guidance reflects a change from the original accepted training related to this requirement. Changes are highlighted in
To better support professionals assisting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families, the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), and the Autism Services, Education, Resources and Training Collaborative (ASERT) want to learn more about the training needs of professionals. The data collected from this survey will be used by ODP to inform
The Office of Developmental Programs is issuing this Health Alert to bring awareness that GFA Production (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Easy Care first aid® AfterBurn ® Cream, 0.9 g single-use packets. FDA analysis found the product to be contaminated with Bacillus licheniformis, and Bacillus sonorensis. This recall
To announce that a new Room and Board Residency Agreement (DP 1077) has been developed to align with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 6100 requirements. ODP Announcement 22-123: New Room and Board Residency Agreement
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is an Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that provides funds and discounts for families and households struggling to afford internet service. You are likely eligible if your household’s income is below 200% of the Federal Poverty Line. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The Fiscal Year (FY) Workplan reflects ongoing efforts as well as areas of focus for new or enhanced strategies for the Supporting Families Initiative Director and leadership team for the fiscal year. It also includes highlights of accomplishments from the prior FY. Now Available: Pennsylvania's Community of Practice (CoP) for Supporting Families
Welcome to MyODP News Online Digest, a virtual publication from the Office of Developmental Programs. For complete stories, please visit MyODP News Online Story suggestions and/or comments may be sent to: ra-pwmyodp@pa.gov. MyODP News Online Digest - November 7, 2022
The purpose of this communication is to provide information regarding flu season and flu shots. Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Health Alert- Flu
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