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The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) on Wednesday issued Policy Bulletin 23-01, which outlines modifications to the DDAP Fiscal Manual, Prevention Manual, Operations Manual, Case Management & Clinical Services Manual, and the Substance Abuse Prevention & Treatment Block Grant Provisions. The modifications cover various topics, including funding strategies, media restrictions, outcome measures, licensure requirements, treatment definitions, telehealth assessments, staff qualifications and training, and confidentiality of information. The updated documents are available on the DDAP website, and the bulletin applies to all single county authorities and their contracted providers. The changes are effective immediately.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) shared the latest flyers from Self-Advocates United as 1. This includes flyers for Speak Up Saturdays in July and August. You can view the full list below:

In addition, an event flyer regarding the July listing of Virtual Events has been distributed. You can view the flyer here.

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Registration is now open for the 2023 RCPA Annual Conference A Decade of Unity: Enhancing Lives and Shaping the Future!

Our impressive keynote speakers will include:

  • Secretary Valerie Arkoosh, PA Dept. of Human Services
    State of the State. The secretary will discuss current critical issues for human services providers.
  • Chaz Kellem, Highmark Health
    Beyond Accessibility: Diversity and Inclusion in the Disability Community. This session will engage participants in exploring the intersection of race and disability through the lens of consumers.
  • John T. Broderick, Jr., Juris Doctor
    Changing the Conversation Around Mental Health: It’s Way Past Time. Broderick believes that “we have the ability to change the culture and the way mental health is viewed.” R.E.A.C.T. was developed to provide clear next steps when someone sees any of the five signs of emotional suffering in another person.
We are excited to share our registration brochure, which contains a full listing of workshops, general sessions, and Connections Hall offerings, with multiple networking opportunities. We have a well-rounded roster containing workshops on everything critical to the health and human resources fields, including value-based purchasing, the workforce crisis, and artificial intelligence and technology. Visit our Conference website for the latest information. Claim your seat today!

Note: Sponsor and exhibitor spots are filling up quickly, so be sure to complete the sponsor/exhibitor brochure! Contact Carol Ferenz, Conference Coordinator, with any questions.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 23-060: Webinar Opportunity: Clarifications and Guidance for the Community Participation Support (CPS) service in the Intellectual Disability/Autism (ID/A) Waivers. This webinar is scheduled for Thursday, July 20, from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, with the intent of providing clarifications for CPS service provision and discussing CPS-related guidance regarding Appendix K.

Please review the announcement for details. Register for the webinar here.

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Effective July 10, 2023, the Pennsylvania State Boards/Commissions of the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs will move to a new physical location at 2525 N. 7th St., Harrisburg, PA 17110. The new 7th Street lobby will be open for in-person assistance for licensure needs. Mailing addresses will remain the same.

Board meetings will continue to take place within Penn Center (2601 N. 3rd St.) until further notice.

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) shared the following communication: ODPANN 23-059: Supports Intensity Scale-Adult 2nd Edition (SIS-A 2nd ed) & Kepro Name Change/Rebrand. This announcement discusses the planned release of the SIS-A 2nd Edition and the name change/rebranding of Kepro to Acentra Health.

Please review the announcement for additional information and details related to these changes. If you have any questions, please reach out to your SIS Regional Lead.

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