PCHC to Host Special In-Person Presentation & Performance “It Took a Village: Raising A Child With Special Needs Into Adulthood”
ODP Fiscal Year 2023/24 Annual Data Report Released
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has released the FY 2023/24 Annual Data Report. The ODP Annual Data Report provides statistical information to educate stakeholders about the individuals ODP serves and the services they receive. The accompanying resource, Everyday Lives: Values in Action Information, Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Recommendations, Strategies, and Performance Measures, provides information on indicators of success used to gauge the effectiveness of the work of ODP.
Access the ODP FY 2023/24 Annual Data Report here. This document can also be found by visiting MyODP and following this path: Everyday Lives > Everyday Lives Publications > ODP’s Annual Data Reports.
The Everyday Lives: Values in Action ISAC Recommendations, Strategies, and Performance Measures publications are available here.
Quality Management Spotlight Spring 2025
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Division of Quality Management has released the thirteenth in a series of its quarterly publication QM Spotlight. This issue focuses on developing effective target objectives in quality management plans to increase the likelihood of being successful. You can view QM Spotlight, Issue 13, Spring 2025 here.
Performance Analysis Services for PBC Contract Announced
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared communication ODPANN 25-036. This announcement is to inform stakeholders that the contract for Performance Analysis Services (PAS) associated with PBC has been awarded.
Effective April 1, 2025, the Department of Human Services (DHS) has executed a competitively procured contract with Deloitte for PAS. The PAS vendor will assist ODP with the following primary functions related to the implementation of PBC:
- Collect, aggregate, and analyze data and documentation;
- Create dashboards;
- Generate reports; and
- Implement an information system to support the administration of the 1915(b)(4) waiver for residential and supports coordination services for the Consolidated, Community Living, and Person/Family-Directed Support (P/FDS) waivers.
The PAS vendor will support the collection and analysis of data relevant to Pay for Performance (P4P) initiatives associated with PBC. Additionally, systems level data on performance measures will be reported to the Provider Performance Review Subcommittee of the Information Sharing and Information Committee (ISAC).
Please view the announcement for additional information and details.
Positive Approaches Journal Vol. 13, Issue 4 Released
The Intersection of Mental and Physical Health Impacting our Communities: Part 1
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) and the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) are pleased to announce the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal.
This issue of the Positive Approaches Journal looks at topics related to challenges around maintaining and supporting both physical and mental health, as well as information on resources. This issue looks at the shortage of both primary health and mental health care professionals, and the five primary health conditions that can significantly elevate the risk of severe illness and death in individuals with ID/A. Other topics include: supporting the nutritional needs of individuals with autism, utilizing a public health approach to address wellness for individuals who have encountered trauma, and supporting individuals and their families who have survived suicide.
This issue of Positive Approaches Journal is in digital form, available for viewing online or for downloading. To print a copy of the PDF, online journal, or a specific article, you will find these options within your left navigation bar on any Positive Approaches Journal page. A new window will open with your selected document. In your browser, you may click the Print button in the top left corner of the page, or by using the Print capability within your browser.
Please submit feedback regarding your experience with the Positive Approaches Journal on MyODP by selecting the feedback image on MyODP within your left navigation bar on any Positive Approaches Journal page.
The Positive Approaches Journal is published quarterly. For additional information, please contact ODP Training’s inbox.
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REMINDER: PA OVR Implementation of Order of Selection Beginning April 1
PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation’s (OVR) Executive Director Ryan Hyde has released a memo regarding OVR implementing an Order of Selection (OOS) beginning April 1, 2025.
As detailed in the memo, any questions about the OOS should be directed to the OVR inbox for OOS questions. Any customers with questions about how the OOS may impact your case, please contact your vocational rehabilitation counselor at your local OVR District Office.
Sponsor, Exhibit, and Advertise at the 2025 RCPA Conference “Strive to Thrive”
RCPA is excited to share the growing list of sponsors and exhibitors who are committed to supporting our 2025 Conference Strive to Thrive! This event, which will be held September 9 – 12 at the Hershey Lodge, is a highlight for the PA health and human services fields. We would like to thank the organizations who have committed their support already; you can view them below and on our Conference website!
There are still many opportunities available for sponsorship and exhibit booths, and we encourage your organization to view this year’s Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Advertisers Brochure, which features detailed lists of all the ways your organization can thrive at our conference. These include networking opportunities in Connections Hall and new sponsorship items. Please be aware booth self-selection will also be available for exhibitors and exhibiting sponsors. In order to be considered for self-selection, a completed contract with payment must be submitted.
Sign Up Now!
Sponsors, exhibitors, and advertisers who wish to be listed on the website, the mobile app, and in the conference program must submit all materials by August 20. The association looks forward to welcoming you at the conference! Space and opportunities are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis, and no reservation is considered complete without payment. Please contact Carol Ferenz, Conference Coordinator, with any questions.
View our sponsors and exhibitors at our Conference website!
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