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Carol Ferenz

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July 11, 2024
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
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Join RCPA to learn about enabling technology to support independent living and how SimplyHome aligns with performance-based contracting. SimplyHome designs and installs innovative and affordable technology solutions that transform how we care for individuals with disabilities, aging adults, and veterans. Their technology empowers individuals to live their own self-determined lifestyle while addressing the concerns of caregivers.

We will hear from Kristie Ondisco, PA/OH Representative, and Matt Wright, Enterprise Director of Sales.

Register here for this informative session. If you have any questions, contact Carol Ferenz.

Thursday June 20, the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) held the fourth Provider Preparedness Summit for residential providers. Additional discussion on specific performance standards for Performance-Based Contracting took place.

The PowerPoint can be viewed here, and a recording of the session will be posted shortly on the MyODP website.

ODP staff answered many questions submitted by providers and will take questions/comments into consideration for change. The discussion was primarily focused on an overview of the performance standards, including Competitive Integrated Employment, Community Inclusion, and use of Remote Support Technology.

ODP staff referenced the ISP Manual, which contains useful information on Remote Supports.

ODP also polled participants for questions such as the possibility of postponing Provider Tier assignments until March, and acceptable referral process for individuals in Needs Group 4.

No changes have been made at this time, but ODP is interested in feedback from stakeholders.

Providers are encouraged to attend all four sessions as well as watch a pre-recorded webinar. All of these recordings and resources can be found on the MyODP website.

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RCPA is partnering with The Arc of PA, PAR, TPA, The Alliance of Community Service Providers, and MAX to hold a press conference on Wednesday, June 26, 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Speakers scheduled to participate include House Human Services Co-Chairs Rep. Doyle Heffley and Rep. Stephen Kinsey, self -advocates, families, and DSPs to express our appreciation and support of the governor’s proposed budget funding for ID/A services in PA. Members are welcome to join us in the rotunda of the Capitol. No registration is necessary. There is a limit to the amount of people who are permitted to be in the rotunda for these events, so we are not encouraging large groups to attend. Any questions, please contact Carol Ferenz.