ODP Announcements – Page 4

AAW Providers AAW SSD Providers Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 14, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-018: Request for an Exception of Established Service Limits Within the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-018: Request for an Exception of Established Service Limits Within the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW). The announcement provides updates to the AAW policy and procedures to…

ODP Announcement 23-018: Request for an Exception of Established Service Limits Within the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-018: Request for an Exception of Established Service Limits Within the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW). The […]

AAW Employment Providers ACAP Providers Administrative Entities

Feb 14, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-001 UPDATE: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Targeted Service Recovery and Expansion Supplemental Payments

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication update: ODPANN 23-001 Update: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Targeted Service Recovery and Expansion Supplemental Payments and accompanying […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers Interested Parties

Feb 13, 2023

ODPANN 23-017: Provider Qualifications, Provider Enrollment, and Revisions to Individual Support Plans (ISPs)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-017: Provider Qualifications, Provider Enrollment, and Revisions to Individual Support Plans (ISPs). The announcement provides additional […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Providers Interested Parties

Feb 13, 2023

ODPANN 23-017: Provider Qualifications, Provider Enrollment, and Revisions to Individual Support Plans (ISPs)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-017: Provider Qualifications, Provider Enrollment, and Revisions to Individual Support Plans (ISPs). The announcement provides additional […]

AAW Employment Providers Announcements

Feb 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-012 Updated: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Information Table Reissued

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached update to ODPANN 23-012: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Information Table Reissued. NOTE: This announcement and attachment have […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Feb 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Special Education 101 YouTube Presentation and Supporting Links

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) is pleased to share with you resources available through PDE. The Special Education 101 presentation available through the YouTube link is a […]

Interested Parties

Feb 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-016: The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to Participate in the 2022 National Core Indicators® (NCI) State of the Workforce (SoTW) Survey

ODP requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-016: The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to Participate in the 2022 National Core Indicators® (NCI) State of the Workforce (SoTW) […]

Interested Parties

Feb 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Special Education 101 YouTube Presentation and Supporting Links

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) is pleased to share with you resources available through PDE. The Special Education 101 presentation available through the YouTube link is a […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Feb 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-016: The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to Participate in the 2022 National Core Indicators® (NCI) State of the Workforce (SoTW) Survey

ODP requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-016: The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to Participate in the 2022 National Core Indicators® (NCI) State of the Workforce (SoTW) […]

Administrative Entities

Feb 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-015: Guidance for the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Program Enrollment Process

To outline the policy and procedures for AEs to identify individuals who are being enrolled in the Consolidated Waiver and meet the criteria to enroll in the MFP program. Attachment […]

AAW Providers

Feb 8, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-012 Updated: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Information Table Reissued

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached update to ODPANN 23-012: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Information Table Reissued. NOTE: This announcement and attachment have […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Feb 8, 2023

One-on-One Incident Management Virtual Office Hours (VOH) – Now Scheduling

Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) and Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP) providers are invited to sign up for a scheduled one-on-one VOH session to discuss incident management topics with ODP-BSASP. Attachment […]

Interested Parties

Feb 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-013 Now Available: Pennsylvania’s Heightened Scrutiny Locations Submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-013: Now Available: Pennsylvania’s Heightened Scrutiny Locations Submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services […]

AAW Supports Coordinators ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-014: Supports Intensity Scale -Adult (SIS-A) and Pennsylvania (PA) Supplement Assessments – Supports Coordination (SC) Participation and Scheduling Guidance

The purpose of this communication is to provide new guidance to SCOs on Supports Coordinators’ (SC) participation in the SIS-ATM and PA Supplement assessments, as well as clarification and new […]

AAW Supports Coordinators ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-014: Supports Intensity Scale -Adult (SIS-A) and Pennsylvania (PA) Supplement Assessments – Supports Coordination (SC) Participation and Scheduling Guidance

The purpose of this communication is to provide new guidance to SCOs on Supports Coordinators’ (SC) participation in the SIS-ATM and PA Supplement assessments, as well as clarification and new […]

AAW Supports Coordinators Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-014: Supports Intensity Scale -Adult (SIS-A) and Pennsylvania (PA) Supplement Assessments – Supports Coordination (SC) Participation and Scheduling Guidance

The purpose of this communication is to provide new guidance to SCOs on Supports Coordinators’ (SC) participation in the SIS-ATM and PA Supplement assessments, as well as clarification and new […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Feb 7, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-013 Now Available: Pennsylvania’s Heightened Scrutiny Locations Submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-013: Now Available: Pennsylvania’s Heightened Scrutiny Locations Submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Feb 6, 2023

PA Family Network Emergency Preparedness Summits- New Date and Location Added!

Join SUMMITS unique to your region and learn how to prepare for all types of emergencies from your LOCAL experts Attachment 1: PA Family Network Emergency Preparedness Summits- New Date […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Feb 6, 2023

PA Family Network Emergency Preparedness Summits- New Date and Location Added!

Join SUMMITS unique to your region and learn how to prepare for all types of emergencies from your LOCAL experts PA Family Network Emergency Preparedness Summits- New Date and Location […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Feb 6, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-007: Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) System Enhancements and Upcoming Training Opportunities

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) wishes to remind Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Providers that the Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) system enhancement training opportunities are available to assist you in […]

AAW Supports Coordinators Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties Supports Brokers

Feb 3, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-011 Supports’ Broker Recertification Training

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-011: Supports’ Broker Recertification Training. The purpose of this announcement is to advise Supports’ Brokers that […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Feb 2, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-010: Registration Now Open for March Certified Investigator (CI) Forum How to Access CI Forum Question Answer (QA) Documents

To communicate to the above entities that Temple University Harrisburg Certified Investigator Program and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) will be facilitating Forums for Certified Investigators (CIs) and others […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Feb 1, 2023

PAFN February Waiver Basics Workshops

– – Waiver Basics Workshops Join the PA Family Network in this 2-part workshop to learn how waivers can support your loved one. Target Audience: Families with individuals just entering […]

AAW Employment Providers Announcements ID-A Providers

Feb 1, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-012: Adult Autism Waiver Provider Information Table Reissued

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 23-012 Adult Autism Waiver Provider Information Table Reissued. The purpose of this communication is to announce […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators

Feb 1, 2023

Community of Practice for Supporting Families Supports Coordinators’ (SCs) Tip of the Month

Each Tip of the Month will share ideas to help SCs fill their buckets to better help them in supporting individuals and families.  The Tip of the Month is brought […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Feb 1, 2023

ODP Announcement 22-108 Update: Required Provider Qualification (PQ) Training on Common Health Conditions That May Be Associated with Preventable Deaths

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 […]

AAW Providers ACAP Providers ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Jan 17, 2023

Quarterly Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Incident and Risk Management Meeting

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication update: ODPANN 23-001 Update: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Targeted Service Recovery and Expansion Supplemental Payments and accompanying […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Jan 15, 2023

ODP Announcement 23-020: 23-020: 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide (RCG) Update

To announce the release of an updated version of the 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide. ODP Announcement 23-020: 23-020: 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide (RCG) Update

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Jan 4, 2023

Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Training Needs Survey

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 […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Supports Coordinators

Jan 3, 2023

Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) Quality Management (QM) Spotlight – Winter 2022 Issue

Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in sharing the attached informational flyer: ODP’s Division of Quality Management’s QM Spotlight, the third in a series of quarterly publications […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Dec 29, 2022

2022 ODP Health Alert – Easy Care First Aid Burn Cream and First Aid Kits Recalled

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 […]

Interested Parties

Dec 21, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-126: Incident Management Clarification of Roles for the Supports Coordination Organizations and Administrative Entities

The purpose of this announcement is to provide clarification to Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) and County Program/Administrative Entities (AEs) with regards to the SCOs’ role related to administrative reviews as […]

Interested Parties

Dec 21, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-127: SSI COLA 2023

The purpose of this announcement is to provide notice that the Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment will increase beginning January 2023. ODP Announcement 22-127: SSI COLA 2023

Administrative Entities Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Dec 17, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-123: New Room and Board Residency Agreement

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 […]

AAW Providers Administrative Entities ID-A Supports Coordinators

Dec 15, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-122: Provider Qualification Process

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-122: Provider Qualification Process. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require a statewide process […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Dec 9, 2022

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

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 […]

Interested Parties

Nov 21, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-117: Open for Public Comment Proposed Heightened Scrutiny Service Locations to be Submitted to CMS

To announce a 30-day public comment period on the Residential and Community Participation Support (CPS) service locations that the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) proposes to submit to the Centers […]

Interested Parties

Nov 16, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-116: Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Protocol Update

The purpose of this communication is to announce the release of updated protocols for the Health Risk Screening Tool. ODP Announcement 22-116: Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Protocol Update

Administrative Entities Interested Parties

Nov 16, 2022

ODPANN 22-115 Nonreported and underreported Incident Detection using Medicaid Claim Data Administrative Entity

The purpose of this announcement is to inform AEs of a new process to detect unreported and under-reported incidents. This process links together ICD-10 diagnostic codes with corresponding incidents with […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Nov 14, 2022

Now Available: Pennsylvania’s Community of Practice (CoP) for Supporting Families Fiscal Year (FY) Workplan for 2022 – 2023

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 […]

Interested Parties

Nov 6, 2022

ODPANN 22-113: Medication Administration Course Requirements

The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance and a timeline for the implementation requirement of the 2022 Online Medication Administration Training Course and manual. Also, to announce the […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Nov 6, 2022

MyODP News Online Digest – November 7, 2022

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 […]

Interested Parties

Nov 4, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-22-112 Now Available – PA Statewide Transition Plan for HCBS Submitted to CMS

The announcement provides information regarding the Department of Human Services Statewide Transition Plan for Home and Community Based Services. ODP Announcement 22-22-112 Now Available – PA Statewide Transition Plan for […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators

Nov 2, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-111: Guidance for 24-Hour Annual Training Requirements in Training Year 2023

The announcement provides guidance for compliance with annual training requirements specified in ODP’s regulations for training years that end in 2023. ODP Announcement 22-111: Guidance for 24-Hour Annual Training Requirements in […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 21, 2022

Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Health Alert- Flu

The purpose of this communication is to provide information regarding flu season and flu shots. Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Health Alert- Flu

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 17, 2022

Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Essentials

Want to learn about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)? Take a FREE online course to learn about AAC! Each course is designed to value your time and give you practical […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 16, 2022

Technology Taskforce Newsletter – Technology Today: Volume 2 October 2022

Welcome to the first edition of Technology Today! The aim of this quarterly newsletter is to share the work being done by the taskforce, as well as resources, events, and […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 13, 2022

MyODP News Online Digest October 1 through October 14, 2022

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 […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Oct 13, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-089 Update: Community Participation Support (CPS) Service System Capacity Surveys

This communication announces the rerelease of the ODP CPS System Capacity Survey and the Authorization Service Survey. The update is specifically for providers who have yet to respond to the […]

Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Oct 12, 2022

Charting the LifeCourse Using Applying Principles and Using Tools to Support a Good Life

Charting the LifeCourse was created to help individuals and families of all abilities and all ages develop a vision for a good life, think about what they need to know […]

ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Oct 12, 2022

Charting the LifeCourse Using Applying Principles and Using Tools to Support a Good Life

Charting the LifeCourse was created to help individuals and families of all abilities and all ages develop a vision for a good life, think about what they need to know […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 7, 2022

State Center Dual Diagnosis Speaker Presentation Psychologist Dr. Nicholas DeMarco on Trauma

Trauma comes in many forms. Research suggests that individuals with disabilities are two to ten times more likely to experience a traumatic event than the general population. The barriers individuals […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 7, 2022

Supporter’s Toolbox Podcast: More Than IQ

Most of us think that IQ is the primary predictor of success, but researchers and real life experience tells us that practical intelligence may be just as or more important. […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Oct 7, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-109: Infection Control Procedures and Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, COVID-ODPANN 22-109 Infection Control Procedures and Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19. This announcement is to notify all […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 7, 2022

Supporter’s Toolbox Podcast: More Than IQ

Most of us think that IQ is the primary predictor of success, but researchers and real life experience tells us that practical intelligence may be just as or more important. […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Oct 5, 2022

Behavioral Health Telehealth Services for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism (ID/A) Town Hall – November 7, 2022 6 PM – 8 PM

The Town Hall will provide an overview of the Telehealth for ID/A project and opportunities for engagement, including details on future stakeholder focus groups. The meeting will also host breakout […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Providers ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Oct 5, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-107: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Spending Deadline Extended

On June 3, 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) extended the ARPA spending deadline for states, adding an additional year through March 31, 2025. Attachment ODP Announcement […]

Administrative Entities Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 5, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-108: Required Provider Qualification (PQ) Training on Common Health Conditions That May Be Associated with Preventable Deaths

The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance and information relating to a new qualification requirement that has been added to the Residential Habilitation, Life Sharing, and Supported Living […]

Administrative Entities Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 5, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-108: Required Provider Qualification (PQ) Training on Common Health Conditions That May Be Associated with Preventable Deaths

The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance and information relating to a new qualification requirement that has been added to the Residential Habilitation, Life Sharing, and Supported Living […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 4, 2022

Monkey Pox: What You Need to Know Webcast

To raise awareness of the epidemic, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Service approached the Jewish Healthcare Foundation’s Aging Team, which operates the State’s Learning Network, who coordinated just-in-time learning for […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 4, 2022

Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council Announces Golden Opportunity Grant Program

You know when there is an unexpected event or thing that suddenly happens, and the newly revealed situation gives you the perfect chance to influence or create change? Learn more […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Oct 4, 2022

Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council Announces Golden Opportunity Grant Program

You know when there is an unexpected event or thing that suddenly happens, and the newly revealed situation gives you the perfect chance to influence or create change? Learn more […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Providers Interested Parties

Sep 30, 2022

Virtual Office Hours (VOH) Administrative Entity (AE) Provider Risk Screening

Please join us for two upcoming Virtual Office Hours dedicated to the AE Provider Risk Screening process. Attachment Virtual Office Hours (VOH) Administrative Entity (AE) Provider Risk Screening

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 30, 2022

Updated ODP Residential Vacancies Report for October 2022

This communication provides access to the most updated Office of Developmental Programs’ residential vacancy report for October 2022. The report is now posted to MyODP.org and is accessible to AEs […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Supports Coordinators

Sep 30, 2022

Updated ODP Residential Vacancies Report for October 2022

This communication provides access to the most updated Office of Developmental Programs’ residential vacancy report for October 2022. The report is now posted to MyODP.org and is accessible to AEs […]

Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators

Sep 29, 2022

Health Equity Training for Support Coordinators

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is offering Health Equity training for supports coordinators (SCs) through MyODP. Health equity means that everyone has access to healthcare and the support they […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 27, 2022

Quality Management Spotlight

Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in sharing the attached informational flyer: ODP’s Division of Quality Management’s QM Spotlight, the second in a series of quarterly publications […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 27, 2022

Quality Management Spotlight

Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in sharing the attached informational flyer: ODP’s Division of Quality Management’s QM Spotlight, the second in a series of quarterly publications […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 23, 2022

Correction – Time Change – PA Family Network October Workshops- NEW Initiative!

The Community Engagement Workshop on October 5th is from 7pm-8pm, not 6pm-8pm as the previous flyer stated. You’ll find an updated flyer in both English and Spanish attached. Attachment Correction […]

AAW SSD Providers Announcements ID-A Providers Interested Parties

Sep 22, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-093 (UPDATED): Incident Management Representative Survey Link for Adult Autism Waiver Providers

The purpose of this announcement is to request that all Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) providers, including Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs), complete the Incident Management Representative survey via the QuestionPro link […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 18, 2022

The Arc of Pennsylvania Customized Employment Job Development training – October 3, 2022 – October 5, 2022

Attendees will learn how to develop an employer-focused approach to negotiating customized job descriptions on behalf of individuals with disabilities. Participants seeking certification are expected to commit approximately 40 hours […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 18, 2022

Medication Administration Fall/Winter 2022 Train the Trainer Face-to-Face Classes Announced

All Train-the-Trainer Face-to-Face classes will continue to be virtual through December 31, 2022. Classes for New Trainers and Recertifying Trainers will be held separately. View the attached announcement for the […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 18, 2022

MyODP News Online September 16 2022

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 […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 15, 2022

A Supporter’s Toolbox Podcast: Are You Thriving or Just Surviving?

Thriving is not about avoiding the difficulties of life – it’s about confronting and dealing with life in a resilient, optimistic, and hopeful way. We will talk about ways to […]

Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 15, 2022

A Supporter’s Toolbox Podcast: Are You Thriving or Just Surviving?

Thriving is not about avoiding the difficulties of life – it’s about confronting and dealing with life in a resilient, optimistic, and hopeful way. We will talk about ways to […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 14, 2022

PAFN Event: Using the Lifecourse to Plan & Problem Solve

Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to: Identify service/supports so your loved one can live an Everyday Life Learn to use the LifeCourse framework and tools to […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 14, 2022

Healthy Relationships & Sexuality

Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to: Learn practical strategies and skills that encourage healthy relationships and sexuality while mitigating risk Discuss boundaries, relationships, risks, and self […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-105: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) COVID-19 Vaccine and Boosters

To provide the field with the most recent update to recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) about details for COVID-19 vaccine and boosters. Release of this announcement will […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-106: Registration Now Open for October Certified Investigator (CI) Forum & How to Access CI Forum Q & A Documents

Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in distributing the attached announcement: ODPANN 22-106 Registration Now Open for October Certified Investigator (CI) Forum & How to Access CI Forum […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

Statewide Quarterly Positive Approaches & Practices Meeting: October 21, 2022 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Suicide Prevention and Intervention

The Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Office of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) host a quarterly Statewide Positive Approaches & Practices […]

Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

Peace of Mind: Long Term Planning for Siblings

Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to: Network and meet other adult siblings Get information and strategies on handling Long Term Planning* Identify services/supports so you and […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

ODP Training Calendar October 2022

Please assist in the distribution of the ODP October training calendar. Attachment ODP Training Calendar October 2022

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

Peace of Mind: Long Term Planning for Siblings

Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to: Network and meet other adult siblings Get information and strategies on handling Long Term Planning* Identify services/supports so you and […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 13, 2022

Self Advocates United As 1 (SAU1) October 2022 Event Flyer

The SAU1 Events Event Calendar is here! Check here for participation details. Attachments Self Advocates United As 1 (SAU1) October 2022 Event Flyer

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 12, 2022

Honoring Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week

Professional Support Recognition Week is September 11th through 17th 2022 Attachment Honoring Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 9, 2022

PATC 2022 Registration Open

Full admission is $10.00 for professionals and allows access to all conference sessions over all three days. Admission is cost-free for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Attachment PATC […]

Announcements Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 9, 2022

PATC Call for Provider Presentation Proposals – Deadline Extended

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is requesting proposals that focus on the lived experience of professionals who provide support for individuals on the autism spectrum to present at the […]

Announcements Interested Parties Med Admin Trainers or Applicants

Sep 9, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-104: Medication Administration Standard Student Courses Now Available on MedAdmin.MyODP.org

To inform all interested parties that Trainers are now able to administer new classes and students are able to register in the new Medication Administration platform. This announcement contains instructions […]

AAW Providers AAW Supports Coordinators

Sep 7, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-103: Restrictive Procedures in the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

Individuals receiving services in the AAW that have a restrictive procedure plan in place must have a corresponding Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) and Crisis Intervention Plan (CIP). The BSP and […]

AAW Providers AAW Supports Coordinators Announcements

Sep 7, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-103: Restrictive Procedures in the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW)

Individuals receiving services in the AAW that have a restrictive procedure plan in place must have a corresponding Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) and Crisis Intervention Plan (CIP). The BSP and […]

Interested Parties

Sep 6, 2022

MyODP News Online Digest – August 27 through September 2, 2022

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 […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Sep 6, 2022

ODPANN 22-102 Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) 90.05 Release Newsletter Now Available

To announce that the Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) 90.05 Release Newsletter is available under the HCSIS Communique hyperlink found on the Learning Management System (LMS) located on […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 6, 2022

MyODP News Online Digest – August 27 through September 2, 2022

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 […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Interested Parties

Sep 6, 2022

ODPANN 22-102 Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) 90.05 Release Newsletter Now Available

To announce that the Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) 90.05 Release Newsletter is available under the HCSIS Communique hyperlink found on the Learning Management System (LMS) located on […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 6, 2022

Now Available: Claim and Service Documentation Training and Virtual Office Hours

ODP will address frequently asked questions and reserve time to answer additional questions. Attendees are encouraged to view the August webinar prior to the VOH. Attachment Now Available: Claim and […]

Announcements Interested Parties

Sep 2, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-101: Medication Administration Platform Student Courses and Webinar Available on September 8, 2022

To inform all interested parties that Trainers will be able to administer new classes and student registration on September 8, 2022. A webinar for Trainers will occur on September 8, […]

AAW Providers Announcements ID-A Providers

Sep 1, 2022

New Times Available: Scheduled One-on-One Incident Management (IM) Virtual Office Hours (VOH)

Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) and Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP) providers are invited to sign up for a scheduled one-on-one VOH session to discuss incident management topics with the Bureau […]

Administrative Entities ID-A Supports Coordinators Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 1, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-085: UPDATE Clarification for Supports Coordination Organizations on Resuming SC In-Person Monitorings

This Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) communication announces clarification for SCOs on resuming Waiver and Targeted Support Management (TSM) Supports Coordination (SC) in-person monitorings. *This communication is being updated to […]

Administrative Entities Announcements ID-A Supports Coordinators Individuals and Families Interested Parties

Sep 1, 2022

ODP Announcement 22-085: UPDATE Clarification for Supports Coordination Organizations on Resuming SC In-Person Monitorings

This Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) communication announces clarification for SCOs on resuming Waiver and Targeted Support Management (TSM) Supports Coordination (SC) in-person monitorings. *This communication is being updated to […]