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RCPA and Core Solutions to Host Exclusive Cx360 Clinical Assist AI Presentation November 18
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
11:00 am ET
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Join Core Solutions in this exclusive presentation for RCPA members. This session will showcase how Cx360 Clinical Assist integrates seamlessly with your FHIR-enabled EHR to support smarter, faster clinical decisions. Get a first-hand demonstration of how Clinical Assist brings summaries, documentation, insights, planning, and other advanced capabilities directly to the point of care.
During this presentation, you will:
- Experience AI-driven clinical insights that surface key information instantly within your workflow;
- See real-time documentation support that reduces administrative burden and enhances accuracy; and
- Discover how Clinical Assist empowers clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions.
Speakers will include:
- RCPA’s COO and Mental Health Policy Director Jim Sharp, MS; and
- Core Solution’s Director of Clinical Strategy Michael Arevalo, PsyD.
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2025 Dual Diagnosis Virtual Conference to Be Held November 19
November 19, 2025
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Understanding Neuroplasticity and Recent Advancements in Enhancing Supports
The Offices of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) and Developmental Programs (ODP) invite you to register for the 2025 Dual Diagnosis Conference, which is to be hosted virtually on November 19. Join them for this one-day virtual conference to gain a better understanding of neuroplasticity and recent advancements in enhancing supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.
This year’s conference speaker will be Dr. Brandi Kelly. Watch the video to hear from her! Dr. Kelly provides an overview of her presentation on the intersection of wellness and mental health needs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Update on HB1939 – ID/A Market Index for DSP Services
HB1939, the ID/A Market Index for DSP Services, was originally scheduled for a vote in the House Human Services Committee on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. However, the bill was removed from consideration prior to the vote due to identified deficiencies in the bill’s language. Revisions are currently underway to address these issues, and it is anticipated that the committee will reconsider the bill for a vote sometime in November 2025.
RCPA continues to closely monitor the bill’s progress and will provide updates to members as new information becomes available.
Please direct any questions regarding this legislation to Tim Sohosky.
Request for Additional DSP & Family Stakeholders for 1-Person Licensed Residential Homes Discussion
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is hosting a series of discussion boards and focus groups focused on 1-person licensed residential homes. The discussion boards will be online forums open for 48 hours, allowing participants to log in and out at their convenience throughout the two-day period. Total participation time is expected to be about 2 – 3 hours, and the forums will be semi-anonymous (participants will be identified only by first name). Focus groups will follow the discussion boards and will be scheduled at a later date.
ODP continues to seek participants for the DSP and family stakeholder group. Interested individuals should submit their name, agency (if applicable), and contact information to ODP’s Executive Assistant Jordan Kembel electronically.
Stakeholder Groups & Dates
DSP Group
Discussion Board Dates: December 4 – 5, 2025
ODP is seeking DSPs who:
- Support individuals in 1-person homes and can share their experiences, successes, and challenges;
- Have helped individuals transition from 1-person to 2+ person homes; and
- Support individuals with significant behavioral support needs in 2+ person homes.
Family Group
Discussion Board Dates: December 11 – 12, 2025
ODP is seeking family members who have a loved one living in a 1-person licensed home and are willing to share their perspectives and experiences.
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Pediatric Shift Care Stakeholder Call Scheduled for November 14
The Pediatric Shift Care Initiative is hosting a stakeholder call on November 14, 2025, from 10:00 am – 11:30 am.
Leaders will review progress made on the Pediatric Shift Care Initiative. Guest speakers will include original and new collaborators who continue to bring the mission of the Pediatric Shift Care Initiative to reality.
Feedback from stakeholders regarding the Shift Care Initiative is requested by November 7. Please complete this survey; responses will be shared on the November 14 call.
Meeting information can be found below:
Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 389 339 493 158 2
Passcode: HM6wh7hd
Link to Meeting
Dial in by phone
+1 917-781-4388
Phone conference ID: 830 943 47#
83094347# United States, New York City
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