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RCPA, alongside various associations and networks, shared a 2025 Budget Impasse Survey in order to collect data regarding the current and projected impacts on organizations in relation to the PA FY 2025/26 budget impasse. We are sending an update to stress that both for-profit and nonprofit organizations may participate in this survey.

We want to hear from your organization via this 2025 Budget Impasse Survey so that we can highlight the impacts this delay has on real people in every neighborhood and community in the Commonwealth.

We will share information with all parties involved so that the survey results can be analyzed and disseminated to the media and legislative contacts most efficiently. Below are the organizations that are coming together to collect this data in order to show you the importance of this information.

 
For more details about the length of the survey and those best suited to complete it, please see this PDF version.

The initial survey deadline is 11:59 pm on Monday, September 15, 2025.

For questions about the survey, please email Anne Gingerich, Executive Director, PANO.

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Attending a conference isn’t just about attending workshops — it’s about engaging with people, networking, and learning from those in your field to grow as a professional. At the 2025 RCPA Conference Strive to Thrive, attendees will have a plethora of opportunities to speak with, learn from, and connect with others in their field. Some activities we have planned include:

  • Tuesday’s Welcome Reception — Grab some hors d’oeuvres and chat with your colleagues. Compare conference schedules, share contact information, and meet both old friends and those new to the industry!
  • Wednesday’s Gentle Yoga — Bring your yoga mat to the Cocoa Terrace bright and early for a gentle breathing and yoga activity. Available for those at all levels of yoga, this exercise routine will be hosted by our Keynote Speaker Victor Reyes, a Retired Judge who teaches and embraces mindfulness.
  • Wednesday’s Association Awards Luncheon — Enjoy lunch with your peers as we recognize those who have enriched our communities and organizations with thought-provoking strategies, flexibility, and leadership roles.
  • Connections Hall — From the Reception on Wednesday to the grand prize giveaway Thursday, Connections Hall lives up to its name. Attendees will connect with over 90 exhibiting organizations, learning about their products and services, while competing with fellow attendees for a host of prizes!
Online Registration Closes THIS Friday!
Register Today!

View our Registration Brochure for complete details, including booking your hotel room, event highlights, and networking opportunities! Contact Carol Ferenz, Conference Coordinator, for questions. We look forward to seeing you at the Hershey Lodge!

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Representative Joe Hohenstein is hosting a disability summit on Thursday, September 25 at the Temple University Student Center, located at 1755 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122.

Please consider adding your voice to the discussion about how we can create greater equality and opportunity for our friends and family in the disability community. Registration for this event is now open.

If you have any questions, please contact Rep. Hohenstein’s office at (215) 744-2600.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has announced a delay in the implementation of the Performance-Based Contracting (PBC) measure RD.01.1, which restricts residential placement options for individuals with higher needs. As originally written, RD.01.1 stated that beginning January 1, 2026, primary tier providers would not be permitted to accept new referrals for individuals assessed at Needs Group 5 (NG5) or higher. This requirement has now been delayed by two years.

  • Effective January 1, 2028, primary tier providers may not accept new referrals for individuals in NG5 or higher.
  • This restriction does not apply to:
    • Individuals already receiving residential services prior to January 1, 2028; or
    • Individuals whose needs assessment results in an increase to NG5 or greater after services have begun.

Until December 31, 2027, it remains permissible for Administrative Entities (AE) and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCO) to refer individuals in NG5 to a primary provider. However, AEs and SCOs may choose to limit these referrals to Select and Clinically Enhanced providers.

Contact:

Questions regarding this announcement should be directed to ODP electronically.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 25-08. This announcement provides guidance for Certified Medication Administration Trainers that train for multiple eligible providers. You can also view “Maintaining your Trainer Certificate” for instructions on ensuring your certificate may be used to teach in eligible provider settings.

If you have any questions regarding this announcement, please submit a ticket through the MA Help Desk.

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