The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP. Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19). 

ODP Announcement 22-052: Gross Adjustments for ODP Waiver Service

- ODP is prepared to begin making Gross Adjustments to providers for the ODP waiver services billed at old fee schedule rates during the months of January and February 2022. 

ODPANN 22-053 - Posting of Certified Investigator (CI) Forum Question & Answer Documents and Announcement of Open Registration for June Certified Investigator Forum

- To communicate to the above entities that Temple University Harrisburg Certified Investigator Program and ODP will be facilitating Forums for Certified Investigators (CIs) and others involved in the incident investigation process, and to announce the posting of Q & A Documents from past CI Forums on myODP.

ODP Announcement 22-054: Upcoming Medication Administration Scheduled Outage

- To inform all interested parties that important infrastructural change to the Medication Administration Training Program will take place Wednesday, June 8, 2022 through Sunday, July 10, 2022, which will cause an outage. If you attempt to conduct a class or complete any training on the system during this outage, your work will be lost.

ODP Announcement 22-055: Qualification Process for New Intellectual Disability Autism Providers Applicants Update

- The purpose of this communication is to communicate the process for Administrative Entities (AEs) to validate that new Provider Applicants have satisfied all Waiver Provider Qualification requirements effective May 1, 2022.

ODP Announcement 22-056: Now Open: Registration for Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course

- To communicate that registration for the July – December 2022 CI Initial Certification Course classes (also known as cohorts) are now open on MyODP.

ODP Announcement 22-057:  Launching and Requesting Feedback for home.MyODP.org

- The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested parties that ODP is launching resource pages associated with MyODP called home.MyODP.org. 

CANCELED: Children With Medical Complexities Part 1

- The session previously scheduled for Tuesday, May 10 is now canceled. The session will be rescheduled at a later date to be announced.

2022 Everyday Lives Conference Virtual Platform Training

- The 2022 Everyday Lives Conference begins on May 17th and will be held through a virtual platform called Whova. ODP is hosting two training sessions to provide individuals, families, and all other stakeholders instructions on how to join the conference and make the most of your experience.

ARC of Pennsylvania Customized Employment Training

- Attendees will learn how to develop an employer-focused approach to negotiating customized job descriptions on behalf of individuals with disabilities.

2022 Everyday Lives Conference Program Now Available!

- The 2022 Everyday Lives Virtual Conference begins this Tuesday, May 17th. The conference program - including a detailed schedule of events, presentation topics, and speaker biographies – is now available! 

MyODP Podcast: Supporter's Toolbox-- Changing Our Identity

- Our sense of self is often shaped for us when we are young. But, the good news is we can change and shape our identities giving us purpose and meaning in our lives.

Save the Date - PATC: Implement

- The Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs invites you to save the date for the 15th Annual Pennsylvania Autism Training Conference (PATC), November 1st through November 3rd, 2022. This year’s theme is PATC: Implement.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from May 2nd 2022 through May 20th 2022.

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP. Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19). 

- This guidance describes actions the AEs and SCOs must take when an Office of Developmental Programs’(ODP) waiver or base participant is admitted to a NF to ensure a coordinated transition to Long Term Care (LTC) services and prevent service interruptions

ODP Announcement 22-041: New Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Advanced Rater Training (ART) Course Available May 1, 2022

- As of May 1, 2022, a new web-based eLearning version of the HRST ART will become available. With the release of this eLearning course, the webinar-based version will no longer be offered.

ODP Announcement 22-042: April 15th News Alert from Infection Prevention Specialist Partnership with Health Care Quality Units

- To announce the April 15th News Alert for providers to assist in managing and developing infection control strategies, including COVID-19.

ODP Announcement 22-043: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)--American Rescue Plan Act One-Time Supplemental Payment to Provide Funding for Technology That Enhances the Provision of Home and Community Based Services

- To provide guidance about the process for providers and Supports Coordination Organizations to request one-time payments for technology that enhances the provision of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS).

ODP Announcement 22-040: Now Available-- Questions & Answers (Q&A) From April 4, 2022 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Webinar

- On April 4, 2022, ODP held an informational webinar to answer questions about the one- time supplemental payment to address staff training, credentialing, and business associate programs for employment. The questions and answers (Q&A) from that webinar have been combined into a document that is being made available to all interested stakeholders

ODP Announcement 22-044: The Use of Public Transportation Services for Ridesharing Expenses

- To clarify that ridesharing services, such as Lyft, Uber, or other similar transportation services, may be reimbursed through the public transportation service.

 ODP Announcement 22-046: COVID-19- Vaccine Booster Reminder

- To remind the field about a recent update to recommendations from the Pennsylvania Department of Health about details for COVID-19 vaccine and boosters.

ODP Announcement 22-047:  Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)--Provider Masking Policies for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)

- The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attaching communication, Announcement 22-047: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Provider Masking Policies for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). This announcement offers information and resources to the field in support of developing masking policies. Please review the announcement for additional information.

Best Practices in Behavioral Support Survey

- We intend to host additional sessions with providers and AEs to talk about the standards, but in the meantime, we are interested in hearing from those of you who have reviewed the standards or attended a VOH in the past year. Please take a moment to complete this brief survey.

Eligibility Bulletin Overview for Counties/Administrative Entities Webcast UPDATED

- A detailed training for County/Administrative Entity Qualified Developmental Disability Professionals (QDDPs) on the process to determine eligibility for services through the Office of Developmental Programs. SCOs will benefit from review of the webcast to further their understanding of the eligibility process.

UPDATED Children with Medical Complexities Training Series - Part 1: Expanding Supports for Children with Medical Complexities RESCHEDULED

- The session previously scheduled for Thursday, April 21 is will now be held on Tuesday, May 10 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. If you previously registered for this session, you do not need to re-register. You should have received an email from GoTo Webinar announcing the rescheduling.

ODP Events Training Calendar May 2022

- Please find The Office of Developmental Programs’ May External Training and Events Calendar. Registration links to all sessions can be accessed by clicking on the blue hyperlinks. Please share widely.

PAFN Event: Adult Siblings of People with Intellectual Disabilities/Autism Webinar

- This group of adult siblings will have the opportunity guide the group's direction, network with other siblings, talk about your lived experience, hear from experts on topics relevant to sibling life, have open and informative discussions, and plan for a future that holds true potential for you and your family.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from April 11th 2022 through April 22nd 2022.

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP. Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19). 

ODP Announcement 22-035:Update on ODP’s Expectation for Resuming In-Person Individual Monitoring Conducted by Supports Coordinators 

- To announce the release of the ODP Supports Coordinator Tip Sheet for Returning to In Person Individual Monitoring and to provide registration information for an upcoming ODP webinar regarding these expectations.

ODP Announcement 22-034: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Amendment Approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

- The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested stakeholders that the amendment to the AAW has been approved by the CMS.

ODP Announcement 22-036: Announcing an Online Tool for Reporting Residential Vacancies

- The purpose of this communication is to announce a new optional online tool for reporting and tracking residential vacancies

ODP 22-019 UPDATE: COVID-19 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding for Respite and Family Driven Support Services (FDSS)

- The purpose of this communication is to inform stakeholders of ARPA funds that are available to AEs to disperse in order to meet respite and/or the Family Driven Support Services (FDSS) needs of individuals on the waiting list who do not currently receive waiver funded services.

ODP Announcement 22-037: Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series May 11, 2022: Ensuring Responsive Support Options for Persons with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities and Problematic Sexual Behaviors

- The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication; ODPANN 22-037: Dual Diagnosis Professional Conference Series May 11, 2022: Ensuring Responsive Support Options for Persons with Intellectual and Other Developmental Disabilities and Problematic Sexual Behaviors. 

ODP Announcement 22-038: : Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Information Table Updated

- The ODP has updated the AAW Provider Information Table to reflect the April 1, 2022 waiver amendment.

SAU1 Events Calendar April 2022

- Spread your power to friends and family! Share this flyer with people you trust. Families, staff, and guests are welcome to listen and learn.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Booster Recommendation Update

- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to recommend that all eligible adults, adolescents, and children 5 and older be up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines, which includes getting an initial booster when eligible.

Children with Medical Complexities Training Series - Part 1: Expanding Supports for Children with Medical Complexities

- In this introductory session to providing supports to children with medical complexities, ODP Medical Director, Gregory Cherpes MD and Chief Nursing Officer, Rhonda Gengler RN will provide an overview of the training series topics that will be covered in greater detail in subsequent sessions.

Registration Now Open--2022 Everyday Lives Conference

-The Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs invites you to register for the 2022

 Virtual Everyday Lives Conference! 

The Arc of Pennsylvania Customized Employment Job Development training - May 18-20, 2022

- Attendees will learn how to develop an employer-focused approach to negotiating customized job descriptions on behalf of individuals with disabilities.

Recording Now Available: Update on the Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) Expectation for Resuming In-Person Individual Monitoring Conducted By Supports Coordinators

- On April 5, 2022, ODP presented an informational guidance session including a question & answer (Q&A) period to address the resumption of in-person monitoring of participants by Supports Coordinators.

Recording Now Available:  ARPA Supplemental Payment to Address Staff Training, Credentialing, and Business Associates Programs for Employment

- On April 4, 2022, the Office of Developmental Programs presented a question and answer (Q&A) session on the use of ARPA funding in helping to increase staff qualifications, pay, and recruiting.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from March 28th 2022 through April 8th 2022.

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP. Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).  

ODP Announcement 22-099 UPDATE: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)--Clarification of Staff Reporting of COVID-19

- To provide further updated instructions on the use of the Health Risk Screening (HRS) Web PortalI in Staff Reporting cases of COVID-19 and provide a reminder that timely reporting is essential to ensure system responsiveness to COVID-19 outbreaks.

ODP Announcement 22-021 UPDATE: Preparation for the Upcoming Rate Increases for the Adult Autism Waiver

- To provide guidance on the upcoming rate increases for the Adult Autism Waiver.

ODP Announcement 22-025: UPDATE Vendor Fiscal Employer Agent (VFEA) Wage Ranges and Benefit Allowance for Specific Participant Directed Services Effective March 1, 2022

- This Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) communication is intended to provide the hourly wage and benefits ranges for specific PDS for participants utilizing the VF/EA Financial Management Services.

ODP Announcement 22-029: Opportunity for Certification Program for Cornell University’s Work Incentives Practitioner Credential

- This is an opportunity for providers to have a staff person(s) participate in a virtual certification program with the goal of receiving a Work Incentives Practitioner credential.

ODP Announcement 22-030: Open for Public Comment: Proposed Amendment to the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Effective July 1, 2022

- The purpose of this communication is to announce that the proposed amendment to the AAW is available for public review and comment. 

ODP Announcement 22-031: ARPA - One-Time Supplemental Payment to Address Staff Training, Credentialing, and Business Associates Programs for Employment

- The purpose of this communication is to provide guidance about the process for providers and Supports Coordination Organizations to request one-time payments to address staff training, credentialing, and business associates programs for employment.

UPDATE 22-031: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)--American Rescue Plan Act: One-Time Supplemental Payment to Address Staff Training, Credentialing, and Business Associates Programs for Employment

- To provide guidance about the process for providers and Supports Coordination Organizations to request one-time payments to address staff training, credentialing, and business associates programs for employment.

ODP Announcement 22-032: Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Quality Management (QM) Virtual Certification Classes: Registration Now Open for July - December 2022

- To provide information on the registration process for ODP’s Virtual QM Certification Classes being offered in July – December 2022.

ASD Virtual Seminar: Positive Behavioral Supports: Meaningful, Everyday Application --Registration is Open!

- ASD will provide you with tools and ways to infuse PBS into your programs and supports to strengthen your focus on supporting a positive quality of life.

DHH Summer Academy Flyer

- The Summer Academy is a two-week program for high school students who are deaf or hard of hearing and preparing for entry into post-secondary education leading to competitive integrated employment.

Supporters Toolbox Podcast: Go With The Flow

- We will talk about how we can support someone to intentionally find more flow in their lives.

American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA):Supplemental Payment to Address Staff Training, Credentialing, and Business Associates Programs for Employment Q&A

- Join ODP Deputy Secretary Kristin Ahrens and Bureau Director of Policy & Quality Management Jeremy Yale to discuss the recent announcement about the ODP American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) One-Time Supplemental Payment to Address Staff Training, Credentialing, and Business Associates Programs for Employment.

Positive Practices Quarterly Meeting - April 14, 2022 - Embracing Behavioral Supports and Meaningful Applications

- This session will engage participants to take an active role in behavioral interventions and expand one’s knowledge with principles and practices for dual diagnosed individuals and trauma.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from March 6th 2022 through March 20th 2022.

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Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).

ODP Announcement 22-010 REISSUE: Operational Guide Version 3

- To announce updated operational guidance to implement services during the COVID 19.

 pandemic.

ODPANN 22-011 – Training for TSM Bulletin

- To announce training opportunities covering the updated and soon to be released Targeted Support Management (TSM) bulletin.

ODPANN 22-012 - AAW SCO Reporting Requirements

- Please assist the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs in disseminating the attached communication: ODPANN 22-012 - AAW SCO Reporting Requirements.

ODPANN 22-013 - 2020-21 IM4Q Reports Now Available

- The purpose of this communication is to inform all stakeholders that the 2020-2021 Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) Statewide and COVID-19 Supplement Reports, in addition to Making a Difference in the Lives of People Supported by ODP, a considerations storybook, have been added to the IM4Q section of the MyODP.org website.

ODPANN 22-014 - Notice of a Change to the Federal Reimbursement of Transportation Costs for 2022

- The purpose of this communication is to announce changes to the federal reimbursement rates for transportation costs. The United States General Services Administration announced a change for the rate of Transportation Mile reimbursement rate, procedure code W7271, beginning January 1, 2022. 

ODPANN 22-015 - Version 3 of the Operational Guide for the AAW During the Federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

- The purpose of this communication is to announce updated operational guidance to implement services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ODP Announcement 22-016: ISAC Annual Report

- To inform Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) stakeholders that the 2021 Everyday Lives: Values in Action—Information Sharing and Advisory Committee (ISAC) Annual Report is now available online at MyODP.org.

ODPANN 22-017 - Residential Individual Support Plan (ISP) Staffing: It’s About the Person, Not the Numbers Training Sessions 2022

- To announce that Residential ISP Staffing training sessions are now available to the target audience listed above from January through June 30, 2022. 

 ODPANN 22-018: Open for Public Comment - Proposed Renewals of the Consolidated, Community Living and Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) Waivers Effective July 1, 2022

- The announcement provides information on the 30-day public comment that starts on February 12, 2022 and ends on March 14, 2022. Two webinars are planned that will allow stakeholders to provide public comment.

ODP Announcement 22-019: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding for Respite and Family Driven Support Services (FDSS)

- The purpose of this communication is to inform stakeholders of ARPA funds that are available to AEs to disperse in order to meet respite and/or the Family Driven Support Services (FDSS) needs of individuals on the waiting list who do not currently receive waiver funded services.

ODP Announcement 22-020: Department of Human Services (DHS) Adult Protective Services (APS) Media Toolkit Availability

- The Office of Developmental Programs requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 22-020: Department of Human Services (DHS) Adult Protective Services (APS) Media Toolkit. 

ODP Announcement 22-021: Upcoming Rate Increase Preparation for the Upcoming Rate Increases for the Adult Autism Waiver

- To provide guidance on the upcoming rate increases for the Adult Autism Waiver.

ODP Announcement 22-007 UPDATE - Preparation for the Upcoming Rate Increases

- Updates appear in red. Per the final public notice for Fee Schedule Rates and Department-established fees and the AWC FMS Department-established fees rendered through the Consolidated, Community Living (CLW) and Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) waivers, which is scheduled to be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin on February 26, 2022.

Virtual Office Hours (VOH) for Residential Providers: Best Practice Standards

- We have disseminated the Best Practice Standards in Behavioral Support to streamline expectations and practices for those individuals providing behavioral support in ODP programs.

 New "A Supporter's Toolbox" Podcast: Making Changes – Even if You Don’t Want To

- We will talk about using behavioral contracting to change our own behaviors and actions as well as supporting others to do the same.

PAFN Advanced Waiver Workshop Webinar Parts 1 & 2 February 24 2022

- The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) provides services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism through the Person/Family Directed Supports, Community Living and Consolidated Waivers.

SCHEDULED ONE-ON-ONE: INCIDENT MANAGEMENT (IM) VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS (VOH)

Save the Date : 2022 Virtual Everyday Lives Conference

- The Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs invites you to save the date for the 2022 Virtual Everyday Lives Conference!

New "A Supporter's Toolbox" Teaching & Encouraging Objection

- As supporters, people may rely on us, but that doesn't mean they always need to agree with us. We will talk about how we can balance our relationships by teaching and encouraging people to object or disagree.

Regional Collaborative Racial Equity & Diversity Conversation

- This session will assist Regional Collaboratives for Supporting Families to apply the lens of racial equity and diversity to their work in alignment with ISAC Recommendation #14 to Promote Racial Equity. 

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from February 1st 2022 through February 18th 2022

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP.

Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).

MyODP Announcement 21-081: Heightened Scrutiny Onsite Tools for Non-Residential Service Locations Finalized and Now Available Online

- The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Heightened Scrutiny Onsite Tools for Non-Residential Service Locations has been finalized and posted for stakeholders to view.

ODP Announcement 21-077: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)--Infection Control Procedures and Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19 in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability

-To provide updated guidance to providers of ICF/ID services related to infection control procedures and mitigation of the spread of COVID-19.

ODP Announcement 21-083: Determining When an Event Constitutes Neglect for Purposes of Reporting Incidents Involving Provider Employees

-The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance for providers when determining whether an event involving staff employed by the provider1 constitutes alleged neglect in accordance with ODP’s regulations such that it must be reported as an incident in the Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) system.

ODP Announcement 21-084: Now Available: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Renewal Approved by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

-The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested stakeholders that the renewal of the AAW has been approved by the CMS. The renewal is available on the Department of Human Services’ (DHS) website. The effective date is retroactive to July 1, 2021.

ODP Announcement 21-082: Quality Assessment and Improvement (QA&I) Annual Statewide Report for Interim Year 1 (Fiscal Year 2020-2021)

-The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-082: Quality Assessment and Improvement (QA&I) Annual Statewide Report for Interim Year 1 (Fiscal Year 2020-2021) and accompanying attachment. 

New "A Supporter's Toolbox" Podcast: Are You An Optimistic Supporter? You Can Be!

- We will talk about ways that supporters can work on creating a more positive perspective.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from November 17, 2021 through November 24, 2021.

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP.

Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).

MyODP Announcement 21-081: Heightened Scrutiny Onsite Tools for Non-Residential Service Locations Finalized and Now Available Online

- The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Heightened Scrutiny Onsite Tools for Non-Residential Service Locations has been finalized and posted for stakeholders to view.

ODP Announcement 21-077: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)--Infection Control Procedures and Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19 in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability

-To provide updated guidance to providers of ICF/ID services related to infection control procedures and mitigation of the spread of COVID-19.

ODP Announcement 21-083: Determining When an Event Constitutes Neglect for Purposes of Reporting Incidents Involving Provider Employees

-The purpose of this announcement is to provide guidance for providers when determining whether an event involving staff employed by the provider1 constitutes alleged neglect in accordance with ODP’s regulations such that it must be reported as an incident in the Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) system.

ODP Announcement 21-084: Now Available: Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Renewal Approved by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

-The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested stakeholders that the renewal of the AAW has been approved by the CMS. The renewal is available on the Department of Human Services’ (DHS) website. The effective date is retroactive to July 1, 2021.

ODP Announcement 21-082: Quality Assessment and Improvement (QA&I) Annual Statewide Report for Interim Year 1 (Fiscal Year 2020-2021)

-The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-082: Quality Assessment and Improvement (QA&I) Annual Statewide Report for Interim Year 1 (Fiscal Year 2020-2021) and accompanying attachment. 

New "A Supporter's Toolbox" Podcast: Are You An Optimistic Supporter? You Can Be!

- We will talk about ways that supporters can work on creating a more positive perspective.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from November 17, 2021 through November 24, 2021.

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP.

Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).

ODP Announcement 21-071: Incident Management Bulletin Trainings Available

-To announce the release of additional Incident Management (IM) Bulletin trainings on the MyODP website which focus on incident response, medication management, and target separation.

ODP Announcement 21-072: Now Available: Open for Public Comment: Proposed Amendments and Fee Schedule Rates for Services Impacted by Waiver Amendments

-The purpose of this communication is to announce that the proposed amendments to the Consolidated, Community Living, Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) and Adult Autism (AAW)

ODP Announcement 21-073: Skin Integrity Initiative--Tools and Methodology

-ODP is working in conjunction with the state’s Health Care Quality Units (HCQUs) to implement a Skin Integrity Initiative.

ODP Announcement 21-074: Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) Enhancement Release

-To provide information related to the September 11, 2021 EIM enhancements and to notify stakeholders about available reference materials as well as additional upcoming training opportunities.

MyODP News Online Digest

- The Online New Digest edition for October 13, 2021.

Virtual Workshop: Employing Individuals with Disabilities: Myths, Facts, and Data

- This presentation will address myths, provide facts and data, along with strategies for businesses to achieve success in diversifying their workforce through hiring employees with disabilities. 

MyODP Podcast: New "A Supporter's Toolbox" Podcast: Who You Know-- Finding Purpose in Employment

- We often focus on building skills to ensure people are ready to work. We will talk about shifting our focus to building social capital to create a stronger gateway to employment.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from October 11, 2021 through October 22, 2021.

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The Office of Developmental Programs has created a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates webpage for stakeholders to stay up to date with updates and r-resources from ODP.

Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).

- This update provides revisions to the remaining schedule and registration process for the Residential ISP Staffing full day virtual training sessions during September and October. 

MyODP Online News Digest September 4th-September 10th 2021

- Story suggestions and/or comments about MyODP News Online may be sent to: ra-pwmyodp@pa.gov

New "A Supporter's Toolbox" Podcast: More Than Words Can Say: Supporting Meaningful Communication

- Share your thoughts by emailing us at: ra-pwodp_Outreach@pa.gov

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from September 6, 2021 through September 17, 2021.

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Please also visit MyODP News Online for new articles related Coronavirus (COVID-19).

ODP Announcement 21-061: Residential Individual Support Plan (ISP) Virtual Training Sessions 2021

- To announce a full-day virtual training session available for registration in August, September, and October 2021 on Residential ISP Staffing.as described in ODP Announcement 21-057.

ODPANN 21-062:  Certified Investigator (CI) Training Program Updates: New Manual, Certified Investigator Forums, Initial Certification Courses Now Available

- The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance distributing the attached communication, ODPANN 21-062: Certified Investigator (CI) Training Program Updates: New Manual, Certified Investigator Forums, Initial Certification Courses Now Available. The communication provides details about updates made to the Certified Investigator Program. Please review the announcement for additional details.

Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1) August 2021 Events Calendar

-Please assist the Office of Developmental Programs to widely distribute the August Event Calendar for Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1)

PATC: Call for Provider Presentation Proposals - Deadline Extended to Aug. 20th!

- The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is requesting proposals from professionals who provide support for individuals with autism for stories that focus on their lived experience.

Community of Practice for Supporting Families Regional Collaboratives Map Updated on MyODP

- The Regional Collaborative interactive map on Pennsylvania’s CoP for Supporting Families The Community of Practice webpage has been updated with contact information for each county as well as website/social media links, communication and meetings structure, goals, next steps or action plans, and community partners where available.

Long-Term Care Facility Providers UPD UPDATE: Work Restrictions for Healthcare Personnel with Exposure to COVID-19

- The recording of the August 6, 2021 webinar, A Review of PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 2021 – PAHAN – 569 – 4-30 - UPD UPDATE: Work Restrictions for Healthcare Personnel with Exposure to COVID-19 is now available to view on MyODP.

ODP Health Alert: Extreme Heat Advisory

Discovery Certification Training for Providers of Employment Services

- This 3-day training provides a comprehensive overview of Discovery (an alternative to traditional vocational assessments) and how to complete Discovery.

This is the ODP's Weekly Digest announcements from August 2, 2021 through August 13, 2021

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