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Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

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As we approach the conclusion of the Governor’s Council on Reform public comment period on December 16, 2019, RCPA would like to ensure that each member has the materials for providing their public comments, feedback, and support. RCPA will be submitting commentary within each policy director’s purview, and we strongly urge your agency to submit your thoughts to the Council, including areas and issues that may not be represented in the current recommendations.

If you would like to send your submissions to your respective policy director for inclusion in the RCPA public comment, please have them submitted by close of business on Wednesday December 11, 2019.

Below you will find the links to important documents relating to the Council on Reform, including the Public Comment Submission Form. If you have further questions, please contact your respective RCPA Policy Director.

  1. Governor’s Executive Order
  2. November 1 Press Release
  3. Recommendation Document
  4. Public Comment Form

Thank you for your efforts and partnership to bring these recommendations to the forefront of your work.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) and the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) announced the publication of a new issue of Positive Approaches Journal, written by and for professionals who provide supports and services to individuals with mental and behavioral health challenges, intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities. This issue’s theme is “Rights, Risks, and Restrictions.”

“Data Discoveries,” a feature of Positive Approaches, spotlights useful data presented in ways that are interesting and customizable. “Data Discoveries” will feature a word cloud of thoughts and phrases pertinent to the theme of “Rights, Risks, and Restrictions.” In an effort to learn more about your perceptions of how rights, risks, and restrictions are perceived in the community, the editorial board of Positive Approaches asks for your participation in a brief online survey exploring the words or phrases you feel correspond with these concepts, as they relate to work, experiences, and priorities.

The Positive Approaches Journal is published quarterly. For additional information, please submit inquiries/comments via email.

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Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Communication 19-152 announces that the final public notice for fee schedule rates and Department-established fees have been published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin.

A public notice will appear in the Pennsylvania Bulletin Volume 49, Number 47 on Saturday, November 23, 2019. The notice informs stakeholders of the final Fee Schedule Rates and Department-established fees. The title of the notice is Fee Schedule Rates and Department-Established Fees for Consolidated, Community Living and Person/Family Directed Support Waivers Services, Targeted Support Management and the Community Intellectual Disability Base-Funded Program.

The final Fee Schedule Rates and Department-established fees represent the maximum rates that the Department will pay and can be accessed on the Department’s website. Please note that the link in the public notice is no longer accurate as the DHS website was updated in the past week.

Section 6100.571(c) requires the Department to update the data used to establish the fee schedule rates at least every three years. When the data is updated, the Department will publish a notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin of the Fee Schedule Rates. In the future, the Department will only publish a notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin of the Fee Schedule Rates for Targeted Support Management and select services funded through the Consolidated, Community Living and P/FDS waivers and the Department-established fees for residential ineligible services when the rates are changed.

Interested persons are invited to submit written comments by 11:59 pm on December 23, 2019, regarding the final Fee Schedule Rates and Department-established fees to the Department of Human Services, Office of Developmental Programs, Division of Provider Assistance and Rate Setting, 4th Floor, Health and Welfare Building, 625 Forster Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120. Comments can also be sent via email. Use subject header ”PN Fee Schedule.”

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The Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is requesting proposals for providers to highlight their innovative approaches to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they relate to the Everyday Lives (EDL) Recommendations. ODP invites providers to share their success stories with implementing models relating to one or more of the following EDL Recommendations:

  • Assure Effective Communication;
  • Promote Self-Direction, Choice, & Control;
  • Increase Employment;
  • Promote Health, Wellness, And Safety;
  • Support Families Throughout The Lifespan;
  • Support People With Complex Needs;
  • Develop And Support Qualified Staff;
  • Simplify The System;
  • Improve Quality / Expand Options For Community Living;
  • Increase Community Participation;
  • Provide Community Services For Everyone; and
  • Evaluate Future Innovations.

This is an opportunity to share your innovative approach with other interested agencies so they may consider adoption or replication. Providers are asked to be available during specified times at the conference to discuss their models. Proposals will be reviewed and selected by a committee designated by ODP. ODP is grateful to presenters who volunteer to share their expertise and experiences with colleagues. Thank you for your time, interest, and effort!

The conference is scheduled January 7–9, 2020 at the Hershey Lodge, 325 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033. Please submit your poster proposal via QuestionPro at: EDLposter.QuestionPro.com.

Proposal Deadline is November 30; see announcement for submission details.

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Person Centered Thinking is a core concept at the foundation of the services and supports provided to people with intellectual disabilities and autism in Pennsylvania. People with disabilities, self-advocates, families, and other stakeholders are invited to come and learn about Person Centered Thinking and how it can be used to enhance the quality of life of the people we support.

This is a professional development opportunity. Training begins at 9:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm. You must attend both days in order to complete the training and receive a certificate of attendance.

Training Description: This interactive, two-day training serves as a foundation for everyone involved in supporting people with significant disabilities. During this training, participants will have the opportunity to develop their skills by completing a series of guided exercises. Participants will practice utilizing person-centered thinking resources and techniques. Information gathered using these skills can help teams develop meaningful Individual Support Plans that help people with disabilities achieve an Everyday Life.

2019–2020 Training Dates and Locations

Dates (Participants must attend both training days) Location
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 and
Thursday, December 5, 2019		 Northampton County Human Services Building
2801 Emrick Blvd
Bethlehem PA 18020
Monday, January 6, 2020 and
Monday, January 13, 2020		 Berks County Intermediate Unit – #14
1111 Commons Blvd
Reading, PA 19612-6050
Thursday, February 20, 2020 and Friday, February 21, 2020 PaTTAN Harrisburg
6340 Flank Drive
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Monday, March 2, 2020 and
Monday, March 9, 2020		 Chester County Government Services Center
601 Westtown Road
West Chester, PA 19380
Thursday, March 26, 2020 and Friday, March 27, 2020 PaTTAN Pittsburgh
3190 William Pitt Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Gate code for 3/26: 48309
Gate code for 3/27: 40927

All training sessions will be held from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Registration will begin at 8:30 am. Lunch will not be provided.

Pre-registration is required. To register online, use this link. If you have any questions about this training opportunity, please submit via email.

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