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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-008. This communication is to inform all Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Supports Coordination Organizations (SCO), whose last digit of their Master Provider Index (MPI) number is 6, 7, 8, or 9 as well as new SCOs who enrolled in the AAW during fiscal year 2024/25, that they must submit their qualification documentation to the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) between February 1, 2026, through March 31, 2026.

Documentation must include a completed AAW SCO Qualification form and SCO Qualification Documentation Record, as well as any other required supporting documentation.

Please view the announcement for more details.

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) wants to continue to expand the use of the Life Sharing service, as this service is rated as having one of the highest satisfactions by individuals for having an everyday life (IM4Q data). ODP is hosting two webinars to provide education and an explanation about the Life Sharing service.

To register:

Please see ODPANN 26-007 for more details.

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared an update to ODPANN 26-005, which was posted yesterday, January 12, 2026. The purpose of this update is to clarify calculation methods for the new federal reimbursement for transportation costs. All updated information will appear in red, underlined font.

NOTE: The release of this communication obsoletes ODP Announcement 25-004.

Please view the announcement for more details.

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-006. The purpose of this communication is to provide a clear, step-by-step process for new provider applicants seeking qualification under the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) ID/A waivers. The steps flow in the order they must be completed, making it easier for providers and AEs to follow the required sequence from PAO through qualification, enrollment, and service authorization.

Please view the announcement for more details.

ATTACHMENTS:

  • Attachment #1: New Provider Qualification Approval Template
  • Attachment #2: New Provider Qualification – Additional Information Needed Template
  • Attachment #3: New Provider Qualification Not Approved Template

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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 26-002The purpose of this communication is to provide guidance regarding the intent and purpose of an Individual Support Plan (ISP) meeting and whether attending an ISP meeting is a billable unit of service.

Please view the announcement for more details. Questions about this announcement should be directed to the appropriate ODP BSASP Regional Office.

On July 1, 2025, the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) rolled out a new assessment bundle for the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW). The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is interested in hearing from Supports Coordinators (SC) and providers on their experiences with implementing the new assessments.

Please join ODP for a Virtual Office Hour (VOH) to share feedback, ask questions, and review resource materials.

Who should attend?
All AAW SCs and Providers

Date: January 30, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Register Here

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 25-117. This communication is intended to inform all interested parties of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) publication of updated versions of the Intellectual Disability/Autism (ID/A) Employment Services Definition Question and Answer (Q&A) and the Employment Service Definition Quick Guide for ID/A Waivers and Base-Funded Participants.

NOTE: The release of this communication obsoletes ODP Announcement 19-025 – Now Available Updated ID/A Waiver Employment Service Definition Question and Answer Document and ID/A Waiver Employment Service Definition Quick Guide.

Please review the announcement for more details.

ATTACHMENTS:

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The Provider Innovation Series is an exclusive opportunity for our provider community to showcase and be recognized for their innovations, new and ongoing, in support of the everyday lives of those we serve. The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) believes in the power of peer learning and support, and they look forward to showcasing your innovative practices that drive quality.

ODP will select providers to present based on the provider’s innovative practices and encourages providers to use ISAC Recommendations and Strategies to identify areas of innovation. Presenters will also be celebrated for their innovation and leadership in the field with a showcase on MyODP News, a certificate of appreciation, and a digital badge, which can be added to email signatures and displayed on their website and social media.

Don’t miss this opportunity to demonstrate your impact! We encourage all Provider organizations, large and small, to consider what innovations they may like to share, and look forward to both learning more about — and sharing with others — your innovative work! Proposals are being accepted through January 5, 2026. To submit an application, please complete the survey.

The December 1 informational webinar can be found here.

For questions or comments, please contact Tim Sohosky.

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.

Register Here

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.