Miscellaneous
Clearinghouse Clips: May 21, 2009
A Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) Report: The Status of the Medicaid Infrastructure Grants Program as of 12/31/07
Summary: Here is a snapshot of the program, seven years after implementation. The report introduces the grants, their assessment process, profiles funding recipients, and measures how well the program protects workersโ benefits and increases employment. Finally, recommendations for improving outcomes are provided.
Employment Programs, Long-Term Care, Medicaid Infrastructure Grant, Transition/Diversion from Institutions
Source: Mathematica
More Info http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2602
Administration of the National Core Indicators (NCI) Consumer Survey in Ohio: RFP
Summary: Ohio seeks a contractor to coordinate the NCI survey and related interviews involving 400 subjects. The purpose of studying the indicators is to understand service outcomes, compare Ohio to other states, align the state with the CMS HCBS Services Quality Framework, and inform strategic planning. The RFP, a schedule for proposals, blank survey forms, and a โbidderโs libraryโ are given. Proposals are due June 5, 2009.
Topic(s): Developmental/Psychiatric Disabilities, Quality
Source: Ohio Department of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2619
Building Local Housing Strategies and Partnerships
Summary: The presenters lead a discussion on the importance of local strategies for building affordable, accessible housing. They touch on how to identify key partners and opportunities, create a transition support network, and advocate for prioritizing housing in local programs. Examples of Money Follows the Person grantee activities are given, with a focus on Marylandโs experiences. Resources for conducting a local housing market assessment are also provided.
Topic(s): Accessibility, Housing, Long-Term Care, Money Follows the Person, Transition/Diversion from Institutions
Source: NCB Capital Impact
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2605
Consumer Choice, Risk and Homecare - Massachusetts
Summary: This May 2008 presentation by Mary DeRoo of the Elder Services of Merrimack Valley in Massachusetts describes the risk management system they use that manages risk while maximizing consumer choice and control.
Topic(s): Accessibility, Aging Issues, Consumer Direction, Financing HCBS, Long-Term Care, State/Agency Information
Source: Grantee produced, Massachusetts
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2614
Federal and State Family Caregiving Legislation: Trends in 2007 โ 2008
Summary: Recognizing caregivers' needs, many federal and state lawmakers have spent the past several years introducing legislation to provide supports to caregiving families. Unfortunately, fiscal crises and other pressing social concerns have meant that few of these proposals have actually passed or been enacted. Trends in caregiver legislation introduced in 2007 and 2008 are summarized and those that have been successful are highlighted.
Topic(s): Long-Term Care, State/Agency Information, Workforce/Direct Care
Source: Family Caregiver Alliance
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2613
Health Care Reform: Long-Term Services and Supports for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities
Summary: As it becomes increasingly clear that a vigorous effort toward reforming the nationโs health care system will be an important part of the policy landscape in the near future, the National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS) seeks to ensure that health care reform efforts fully consider the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. This brief outlines NASDDDS position on this important issue.
Topic(s): Developmental/Psychiatric Disabilities
Source: NASDDDS
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2612
In-Home Supportive Services Examination of the Impact of SB 1104:The 2004 Quality Assurance Initiative โ California
Summary: CAโs In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) aims to keep people in their homes by paying for personal care services approved by social workers. SB 1104 was introduced in 2004 to ensure and measure delivery of services and program integrity. The report examines whether the elements of the bill were enacted. It also describes alternative models for in-home service delivery, including the Cash & Counseling model and one wherein private companies provide IHSS. Sample timecards and handbooks are given.
Topic(s): Long-Term Care, Quality, State/Agency Information, Transition/Diversion from Institutions
Source: California Senate Office of Oversight and Outcomes
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2610
Maryland Bridge Subsidy Demonstration Program
Summary: The Demonstration aims to provide 75 to 100 low-income residents with rental assistance for up to 3 years as they wait for permanent housing assistance. A process map showing how a subsidy is provided, marketing materials, sample contracts, and several worksheets for gathering unit and participant information and determining assistance eligibility and amount are given here.
Topic(s): Housing, Money Follows the Person, State/Agency Information, Transition/Diversion from Institutions
Source: Grantee produced, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2606
Post secondary Education Options for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Summary: Being part of campus life, taking classes, and learning to navigate a world of high expectations develops the skills needed for successful adult life. This brief presents: definitions of "postsecondary education" and "intellectual disability"; an overview of education options; research findings on education options and outcomes; recommendations for improving access; and a bibliography with a list of websites.
Topic(s): Children and Family Services, Developmental/Psychiatric Disabilities
Source: Institute for Community Inclusion
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2607
Priced Out in 2008: The Housing Crisis for People with Disabilities
Summary: The study compares monthly income for people receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to local median incomes and Fair Market Rent rates for modest units across the U.S. In 2008, there were 219 housing markets in 41 states where recipients of SSI, people with long-term disabilities and virtually no assets, would have to pay 100% of their income for a modest one-bedroom unit. Ten years ago there were 44 such markets in 13 states. Policy recommendations are given to reverse this trend.
Topic(s): Housing, State/Agency Information, Transition/Diversion from Institutions
Source: Technical Assistance Collaborative, Inc.; Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2608
School-to-Career Transition Self-Paced Modules
Summary: Transitioning from school to work for youth with disabilities can be a complicated process. Sponsored by TransCen and the Johnson Scholarship Foundation, these online modules are designed to provide an overview for these young adults in transition, with a focus on work-based experiences, empowerment, health and social service linkage, family supports and interagency collaboration.
Topic(s): Accessibility, Aging Issues, Children and Family Services, Consumer Direction, Developmental/Psychiatric Disabilities, Employment Programs, Resource Center, Transition/Diversion from Institutions, Workforce/Direct Care
Source: TransCen
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2611
Supportive Housing: The Most Effective and Integrated Housing for People with Mental Disabilities
Summary: The brief make the case that supportive housing should be the primary housing option available though mental disability service systems. The point is based on data showing that stable, independent housing is what people with mental disabilities want and is a necessary condition for the success of other services, such as case management and addiction treatments. Further, the Americans with Disabilities Act mandates that services be provided in the most integrated setting possible.
Topic(s): Developmental/Psychiatric Disabilities, Housing, Mental Health
Source: Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2601
Ticket to Work at the Crossroads: A Solid Foundation with an Uncertain Future
Summary: How many people have new or improved jobs due to Ticket to Work (TTW) Why did people choose whether to participate in the program? Which employment supports were the most effective? What are the costs and benefits of TTW to participants, program mangers, and employers? The report describes the program and answers all these questions and others.
Topic(s): Employment Programs
Source: Mathematica
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2603
VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment: Better Incentives, Workforce Planning, and Performance Reporting Could Improve Program
Summary:In 2004, a task force reviewed Veterans Affairsโ Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VRE) program and recommended focusing on employment through a Five-Track service delivery model and increasing program capacity. Here, the GAO looks at how employment has been impacted, the extent to which steps have been taken to improve capacity, and how program outcomes are reported. The authors recommended adjusting financial incentives and to improve strategic planning and transparency of reporting.
Topic(s): Employment Programs, Quality
Source: Government Accountability Office; GAO
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2609
Working Healthy Data Chartbook: Evaluation of the Kansas Medicaid Buy-In 2002-2007
Summary: The Chartbook documents trends in enrollment, earnings, employment, medical expenditures, and consumer experiences and satisfaction since Kansas began its Buy-In program. Summarized are survey and administrative data that document increased earnings and taxes paid over time by participants, decreased medical expenditures for those continuously enrolled, and improved quality of life and financial status.
Employment Programs, State/Agency Information
Source: University of Kansas Center for Research and Learning Division of Adult Studies
More Info: http://www.hcbs.org/moreInfo.php/nb/doc/2604
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