ODP Bulletin ODPANN 24-015 provides guidance for implementing changes to Assistive Technology and Remote Supports in the amendments to the Consolidated, Community Living, Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS), and Adult Autism Waivers. Please note that this communication is being reissued with an update to Attachment B only. The other attachments are being included for reference.
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The Pennsylvania Office for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (ODHH) is pleased to offer the following webinar on August 28, 2024, from 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm entitled “Interpreting vs. SSP: What’s the Difference?” When working with people who are Deaf and use American Sign Language (ASL), non-Deaf professionals can confuse the role of the interpreter and Support Service Provider (SSP). An experienced ASL interpreter and an experienced SSP will discuss their roles and responsibilities. View the flyer for more info!
Please contact ODHH for additional accommodations or info:
ODHH’s email
717-783-4912 v/tty
717-831-1928 videophone
In addition to the webinar, the Advisory Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ACDHH) has issued a community survey to gather feedback from Pennsylvanians who are D/deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind. ACDHH is seeking feedback about the services individuals are getting from their communities, with the goal of developing a strategic plan for future ACDHH advocacy efforts. Each question on the survey is written in English and signed in American Sign Language. If you need help filling out this survey, please contact the Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing via email. Don’t delay! The deadline is Friday, September 6, 2024.
Complete the survey here.
The Bureau of Epidemiology will be hosting two webinars for LTCFs related to respiratory virus prevention and outbreak control available on PA-TRAIN. Act 58 CE credits are available and NHA CE credits are pending.
Log into your TRAIN account to register. Get your LTCF ready for respiratory season!
August 9, 2024
When Heather Radcliffe of Philadelphia completed her DSP I E-Badge Academy training certificate, she became the thousandth Direct Support Professional in Pennsylvania to do so. To celebrate this milestone in Pennsylvania’s DSP workforce development, the Office of Developmental Programs visited SPIN to present Heather with a signed proclamation of recognition from Governor Josh Shapiro.
Insidious Trauma: Context, Impact, and Considerations for Care
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Register Here
This session will introduce the impact of trauma broadly, provide an overview of insidious trauma and its effects, and explore some relevant interpersonal and clinical considerations in supporting those impacted by traumatic stress. Presenters will share their expertise on best and promising practices as well as provide general knowledge. View the announcement for more information.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has announced the annual publication of the Resource Guide for Supporting Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing Individuals. This guide offers resources in one central location for those who support or care for someone who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind and receives supports from ODP.
The Resource Guide is available here or on MyODP’s website under Topics > Special Population Services > Deaf Services. For questions, email ODP Deaf Services.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has released ODPANN 24-075, which announces that registration for the September – December Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course cohorts is now open in MyODP. Please view the communication for details.
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