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HCBS Quality Indicators for Home and Community-Based Services in Maine

This report provides summary information on the performance of Maine’s home and community based care system. The data can be used to identify areas where the system is working and people are satisfied and also points to areas where further analysis would be helpful. The quality indicators are for the following programs: Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities, Adults with Physical Disabilities - Who Self Direct and Adults with Mental Retardation/Autism.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50797

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Aging and Disability Resource Center Pilot Sites List

The new list of all ADRC pilot sites has been developed as a consumer contact information sheet. The matrix includes the pilot name and geographic area served in addition to the appropriate phone contact and website (if applicable) for use by consumers seeking the assistance of ADRC programs and others interested in the initiative.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50794

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Florida Medicaid Waiver: Key Program Changes and Issues

In October 2005, CMS approved a Section 1115 waiver, allowing fundamental changes in their program. This fact sheet summarizes the main themes of Florida's Medicaid waiver and discusses key issues for consideration in assessing the waiver's impact. The state is looking to increase personal responsibility, market competition, and participation in private coverage.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50793

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The Social Security Administration\'s Efforts to Promote Employment for People with Disabilities: New Solutions for Old Problems

The National Council on Disability released a new report with recommendations on improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities receiving Social Security benefits. The major reasons cited for the extreme underutilization of these work incentives by beneficiaries were lack of knowledge on work incentives and the complex and hard-to-grasp nature of the incentives for even those who were aware of them. The report further discussed ideas for policy and procedural modifications.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50792

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National Disability Policy: A Progress Report

This annual progress report calls on the Federal Government to be more creative in program design; be more accountable in measuring the impact of civil rights compliance for people with disability; and provide greater cross-agency coordination in managing disability programs. NCD has identified several important and recurrent themes that need to be addressed including: Program Design for a New Century, Accountability and Cross-Agency Coordination.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50791

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Evaluation of Ohio\'s PASSPORT Program: Request for Proposal

The Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) is seeking proposals from parties interested in organizing and executing an independent evaluation of PASSPORT (Preadmission Screening System Providing Options and Resources Today), the state's home and community-based services Medicaid waiver program. The program provides in-home alternatives to nursing home care for low-income seniors. The RFP and supporting material serve as an example of the products necessary to produce during a proposal process.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50790

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Consolidated State Survey Respondents and Results: Primary Data Systems

A questionnaire was emailed to the primary agencies in each state that are responsible for services to people with developmental disabilities. The main purpose of the survey was to determine if states had data systems that might be purchased and or modified to address the needs of Colorado’s DDD. States were asked if they had a computerized data system and a list of the features and functions. The 15 responses are helpful in understanding technology baselines and promising practices.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50789

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CMS Letter: 1915 (c) Waiver Application; Instructions and Technical Guide; Resource documents; CMS Review Instrument; Quality Toolkit

Quality Communication #10 represents another in a series of CMS communications to support state efforts to improve the quality of services and supports. The letter announces the final revised working draft of the 1915 (c) Waiver Application, Instructions and Technical Guide, Resource Documents, and the CMS Review Instrument. This is the version that CMS is currently automating for use as a web-based application available for use in early February 2006.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50788

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Understanding Changes in Prescription Drug Coverage for People with Disabilities on Medicare

<i>A Guide for People with Disabilities, Benefits Counselors, Disability Organizations and Others On Transitioning to the Medicare Part D</i> Many organizations are developing materials to assist duel eligibles; however this guide was written specifically for people with disabilities. Written in a question and answer format, the guide includes worksheets to use when consulting physicians about pharmaceuticals and in comparing and selecting a plan.

Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/50787

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