Due to scheduling conflicts, the March 2026 date for the Long-Terms Services and Supports Subcommittee (LTSS) meeting has been changed. The meeting has been changed from March 4, 2026, to March 11, 2026. The meeting will be held via webinar and remote streaming, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Questions and comments may be submitted electronically.
This is a reminder that RCPA will be holding a membership benefits webinar on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 1:00 pm, as an opportunity for members to orient themselves with all that RCPA membership includes. This is not just for new and future members. For current members, there may be benefits associated with our membership that you may not be aware of, including targeted meetings and groups that are held throughout the year.
Registration is required; please register here to attend the webinar. Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Visit the RCPA member benefits web page for more information, or contact Tieanna Lloyd for benefit details.
The Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Office of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) host a quarterly Statewide Positive Approaches & Practices meeting. This meeting aims to provide the most recent research and resources for people with mental health and behavioral challenges, intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities to live an everyday life.
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 8:30 am – 10:30 am and 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. The topic for the morning session is “The Foundation is Communication.” The topic for the afternoon session is “Sensory or Behavior? Diving into Sensory Processing.” This meeting will be held online via Zoom.
Please see the announcement for additional information.
The Zoom link for joining the session will be sent to the email you used to register. This link will be unique to your registration. Please do not share this link.
Questions? Email PATraining.
The agenda and link to join the January 7, 2026, Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Subcommittee meeting have been released. The call on January 7, 2026, will be held via webinar and remote streaming only and will take place from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
A few of the key agenda topics, in addition to an update from the Office of Long-Term Living’s (OLTL) Deputy Security, include information being shared by OLTL on the 2026 OBRA Waiver renewal and the Community HealthChoices (CHC) Waiver amendment. Additionally, there will be a presentation from OLTL’s Enrollment Unit on enrollment and redeterminations/data requests.
To participate in the meeting, the information is below:
Conference line — Bridge Number: 1 (415) 655-0052 PIN: 571-523-182#
Webinar Link
Remote Streaming Link
Comments and questions may be sent electronically.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) convened for the Provider Performance Review Subcommittee on December 18, 2025, to provide updates on service utilization, National Core Indicators (NCI), and family engagement initiatives.
The statewide summary for services in CY 2025 highlights a continued focus on community-based and non-residential options.
National Core Indicators (NCI) and Satisfaction
ODP shared findings from the NCI-IDD In-Person Survey (2023/24) to measure person-centered outcomes and satisfaction.
Residential Services: Family Engagement
ODP is actively measuring how well providers engage with and support families through communication and relationship building.
For Questions or Additional Information
Please contact Tim Sohosky for any follow-up or inquiries related to this update.
RCPA is excited to host a membership benefits webinar on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 1:00 pm, as an opportunity for members to orient themselves with all that RCPA membership includes. This is not just for new and future members. For current members, there may be benefits associated with our membership that you may not be aware of, including targeted meetings and groups that are held throughout the year.
Registration is required; please register here to attend the webinar. Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Visit the RCPA member benefits web page for more information, or contact Tieanna Lloyd for benefit details.
On November 12, 2025, the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget was signed into law, removing travel restrictions. As a result, OLTL will resume holding hybrid LTSS Subcommittee meetings. The meetings scheduled for April 2026 – June 2026, which were changed to webinar and remote streaming only earlier this year, are now scheduled to be held as both in-person and webinar with remote streaming.
Since the travel ban has been lifted, reimbursement for Subcommittee members’ travel expenses may be submitted with an itemized receipt for review.
The Office of Long-Term Living appreciates your understanding and flexibility.
Please share this message with staff, participants, and any other interested parties.
If you have questions about the LTSS Subcommittee Meetings, please send them electronically.
Due to conflicts for the presenters, RCPA will be cancelling the Physical Disabilities & Aging Division meeting that was scheduled for December 17, 2025. We apologize for the late notice. The next PD&A meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026; registration information will be sent in mid-January.
If you have any questions, please contact Fady Sahhar.
The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) will host its Annual Women and Children’s Meeting from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm on Wednesday, December 10. The virtual meeting provides an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share updates on programs and initiatives that support women and children across the Commonwealth. Participants will hear from county administrators and receive statewide updates highlighting innovative efforts and best practices related to supports and services for women and children in Pennsylvania.
Use the information below to join the meeting or add the meeting to your calendar.
Join the meeting
Meeting ID: 251 287 171 369 74
Passcode: RJ2pc2fR
Dial in by phone
+1 267-332-8737,,471562118# (United States, Philadelphia)
Find a local number
Phone conference ID: 471 562 118#
The final agenda for the Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Subcommittee meeting on December 3, 2025, has been released. As a reminder, this meeting will be conducted via webinar and remote streaming only and will take place from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Register here to attend. The conference line for the meeting: 1 (415) 655-0052 PIN: 883-556-407#
Comments and questions may be sent electronically.
Remote streaming is available here.
