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Sep 19, 2016

068-16 : Scheduling Support Service Workers to Work More than 40 Hours per Week in the Consolidated and P/FDS Waivers

The purpose of this communication is to provide guidance and expectations relating to SSW scheduling in ODP’s Participant-Directed Services models. Attachment 068-16 : Scheduling Support Service Workers to Work More than 40 Hours per Week in the Consolidated and P/FDS…

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AAW SSD ProvidersAnnouncements
Aug 3, 2016

BAW16-35 Admin Notice : SSB SBP Guidance

To communicate the availability of new and revised resources which provide clarified guidance about developing a Skill Building Plan (SBP). Attachment BAW16-35 Admin Notice : SSB SBP Guidance
AAW ProvidersAAW SSD ProvidersAnnouncements
Jun 16, 2016

BAW16-25 Info Memo : SSB Certificates

To clarify the training requirements, timelines and certificate submission process for the SSB component of the SSD service. Attachment BAW16-25 Info Memo : SSB Certificates
AAW Behavioral SpecialistsAAW ProvidersAAW SSD ProvidersAnnouncements
May 16, 2016

BAW16-16 Announcement : SSB Training

To announce the availability of the virtual version of the required training for the new “Specialized Skill Development/Systematic Skill Building” Service being added to the Adult Autism Waiver. Attachment BAW16-16 […]
AnnouncementsInterested Parties
Apr 21, 2016

Memo 034-15 : Helpful Resources from the PA Department of Transportation

To share two resources available through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Attachment Memo 034-15 : Helpful Resources from the PA Department of Transportation
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports CoordinatorsIndividuals and FamiliesInterested Parties
Feb 20, 2016

Memo 018-15 : Communication Assistance Compliance Standards for Individuals who are Deaf

The purpose of this memorandum is to provide clarification about interpreter use and ODP’s expectations for compliance with applicable laws when rendering services to individuals who are deaf. Attachments Memo […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports CoordinatorsIndividuals and FamiliesInterested Parties
Oct 11, 2013

093-13 : Corrective Action Plan Process

This serves to clarify requirements regarding use of the standardized corrective action plan template issued by ODP and explain when the entity being monitored must develop and implement an improvement […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports CoordinatorsIndividuals and Families
Aug 2, 2013

Memo 059-13 : PA Secondary Transition Website

The purpose of this communication is to inform interested parties of a new Secondary Transition website. Attachment Memo 059-13 : PA Secondary Transition Website
AnnouncementsInterested Parties
Jun 8, 2012

Memo 045-12 : Admissions to State Operated Intermediate Care Facilities for Persons with Intellectual Disability

The purpose of this Informational Memo is to discuss and consider options to prevent or deter admissions to State Operated Intermediate Care Facilities for Persons with Intellectual Disability (ICFs/ID) effective […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports Coordinators
Mar 6, 2012

Memo 019-12 : Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania Review

The Disabilities Rights Network (DRN) provides legal, policy, and advocacy services necessary to protect the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Disabilities Act and its implementing regulations, 45 […]
AnnouncementsIndividuals and Families
Feb 17, 2012

Packet 015-12 : Re-Issued Use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for Individuals Residing in Group Living Arrangements (GLAs)

To encourage eligible GLAs of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to utilize SNAP and to follow the process as outlined in this communication. Attachment Packet 015-12 : Re-Issued Use […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A ProvidersID-A Supports Coordinators
Jun 16, 2011

Packet 075-11 : Prudent Payment of Claims Policy Enforced Effective July 1, 2011

This Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Informational Packet is intended to provide notification to the audience above that the “Prudent Payment of Claims” policy will be enforced effective July 1, […]
Administrative EntitiesAnnouncementsID-A Supports Coordinators
Mar 23, 2010

Memo 043-10 : FMS Administrative Fee Services need to be on the ISP

This ODP Informational Memo is intended to provide guidance surrounding the use of the monthly and one‐time vendor FMS administration fees. Attachments Memo 043-10 : FMS Administrative Fee Services need […]
AnnouncementsID-A Providers
Aug 21, 2009

Packet 014-09 : PROMISe TM Billing Quick Reference Document Error Status Codes (ESCs) Effective July 1, 2009

This Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Informational Packet is a Quick Reference resource which lists the error status codes (ESCs) that apply to ODP services rendered for dates of service […]