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TRAIN Program

Individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism are at an increased risk of experiencing trauma, however, few therapists are skilled in both trauma and ID/A support. …

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One Page Reference for Supports Coordination (SC) Billing for Cross-Systems Meetings

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has provided a One Page Reference for Supports Coordination (Sc) Billing for Cross-Systems Meetings. The reference document was developed …

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Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1) April Virtual Events Flyer

Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1) is a group of people who envision a world where people with developmental disabilities and their families are united …

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ODPANN 23-020 Update 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide Update

The communication announces further formatting and content updates to 55 Pa.Code Chapter 6400 Regulatory Compliance Guide released on February 15th, 2023. Please review the announcement …

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State Budget Debate: Intellectual Disability Community Resolves Not Be Left Behind

March 28, 2023 – OpEd in MyChesCo Op-Ed by Gary Blumenthal, Mechanicsburg, PA resident, disability advocate, and former federal official. My brother is a 66-year-old …

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PA House Bill 687 Introduced: Elimination of Prudent Pay

On March 23, 2023, Representative Hogan and Representative James introduced House Bill 687 to eliminate Prudent Pay. The bills was referred to the Human Services …

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AAIDD Releases SIS-A 2nd Ed

SIS-A 2nd Edition Now Available!  AAIDD is pleased to announce the release of the second edition of the Supports Intensity Scale- Adult Version! SIS-A, 2nd …

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PA House Bill 661 Introduced: ID/A Market Index for DSP Services (former HB 92)

On March 21, 2023, House Bill 661 was introduced in the PA House of Representatives and referred to the Human Services Committee. Click here to …

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ANCOR

New Report Examines the Use of Technology & Remote Supports for People with I/DD

ANCOR is pleased to share a new resource, Expanding the Use of Remote Supports for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, with members and partners who …

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The HCBS Settings Rule is Now in Effect

Dear ANCOR members, Today marks a significant milestone in the history of our community, as the effective date of the Home and Community Based Services …

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ANCOR Update: President Biden’s Budget Recommends $150 Billion for HCBS

In a move welcomed by the disability community, President Biden released his fiscal year 2024 budget this week, which includes a recommended $150 billion over 10 years …

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ANCOR CALL TO ACTION

The Ask: It’s time to tell Congress we need action now.  Use our action tool to tell Congress to invest in our community-based supports and services and …

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Tech News

Would Cameras Make Group Homes Safer? Debate Rages Over Privacy

by Susan K. Livio, NJ.com/TNS | February 1, 2023 | Disability Scoop ISELIN, N.J. — Since 2018, Children’s Aid and Family Services has used video cameras …

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Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation Releases NEW Financial Education Publications

On January 23,  Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) published two new editions of their fully accessible financial education guides:  Cents and Sensibility: A Guide to Money Management, the …

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January 2023 Technology Today Newsletter Available

The latest edition of ODP’s technology newsletter,  Technology Today,  is available for you to review. This newsletter shared information about how technology can support individuals …

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Instructions for DHS Licensing Administration Online Payments

 Click here to Visit this Webpage To make a payment for any other Commonwealth of PA Service, Fee or Program you can review “How to make a payment for a Commonwealth …

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