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1/14/25: DWRS compensation thresholds policy clarifications
1/14/25: Apply for the EPRC
1/14/25: Disability waiver amendments approved by CMS
1/14/25: Rate increases and changes to select MHM services
1/7/25: Webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
1/7/25: MnCHOICES benchmarks annual report published
1/7/25: CFSS implementation updates
1/7/25: LTSS Improvement Tools discontinued
12/31/24: Register for positive behavior support intensive training series
12/24/24: Recent CBSM updates
12/17/24: Reminder: Two-day virtual training announcement: Assess, Conceptualize and Diagnose Mental Health Disorders in Young Children Using the DC: 05
12/17/24: ABLE Act helps people with disabilities save money
12/17/24: Waiver Reimagine timeline update
12/17/24: CFSS implementation updates
12/10/24: CFSS resources for assessors and case managers to share with people who receive services and families
12/10/24: Incentive bonuses available through the PCA College Service Corps program
12/10/24: CDCS unbundling project implementation updates
12/10/24: Transition to permanent remote reviews by the lead agency review team
12/10/24: Reminder: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 12-20, 2024
12/3/24: New resource guide for working with interpreters now available
12/3/24: CFSS implementation updates
12/3/24: Reminder: DHS requests feedback on EVV simplification for live-in caregivers
12/3/24: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 12-20, 2024
11/26/24: DirectCourse: Free and low-cost online classes
11/26/24: Two-day virtual training announcement: Assess, Conceptualize and Diagnose Mental Health Disorders in Young Children Using the DC: 0-5
11/26/24: Extension of three-month PCA/CSG service agreements
11/19/24: Recent CBSM updates
11/19/24: CFSS implementation updates
11/12/24: CFSS implementation updates
11/12/24: Rate and budget changes on Jan. 1, 2025
11/12/24: DHS requests feedback on EVV simplification for live-in caregivers
11/12/24: Grant opportunity for 501c3 and other non-profit social service organizations to support rural and underserved communities
11/5/24: Reminder: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
11/5/24: Reminder: Free MTI quarterly training
11/5/24: Emergency relief grants available for EIDBI providers that serve rural communities
11/5/24: CDCS unbundling project and policy changes
10/29/24: Reminder: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
10/29/24: Reminder: Webinar on how to talk about technology during the MnCHOICES assessment
10/29/24: WMS status update
10/29/24: CFSS implementation updates
10/29/24: How to use MnCHOICES for people enrolled in managed care and on a disability waiver
10/29/24: DHS to begin CFSS cost reporting
10/29/24: EVV requirements for Safe at Home program
10/29/24: Complex transitions referral form to open to all lead agencies
10/29/24: Reminder: DHS requests public comments on acute care transitions
10/22/24: CFSS implementation updates
10/22/24: COVID-19 wind-down policy clarifications
10/15/24: DHS requests public comments on acute care transitions
10/15/24: New requirements after the end of temporary SMRT MnCHOICES policy
10/15/24: Recent CBSM updates
10/15/24: CFSS implementation updates
10/15/24: CLQI grant RFP
10/15/24: PolicyQuest search function ends for adult protection, aging and disability services
10/8/24: Webinar on how to talk about technology during the MnCHOICES assessment
10/8/24: Register to attend Minnesota's Self-Direction Connection Conference
10/8/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety online training
10/8/24: Updated instructions for CDCS budget changes in the MnCHOICES revision
10/8/24: Instructions for EIDBI providers applying for behavior analyst licensure
10/8/24: WMS status update
10/1/24: Reminder: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
10/1/24: Free MTI quarterly training
10/1/24: Engagement sessions about serving children with complex needs
10/1/24: New resources for compensation thresholds tracking
10/1/24: Reminder: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI advisory group
10/1/24: MMIS updates for CFSS implementation
10/1/24: CFSS implementation begins Oct. 1, 2024
9/24/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety online training
9/24/24: Webinar announcement: EVV Lunch and Learn
9/24/24: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI advisory group
9/24/24: CFSS resource for workers now available
9/24/24: What to expect when MnCHOICES legacy applications retire on Oct. 1, 2024
9/17/24: Watch The Principles of Disability Justice webinar recording
9/17/24: Self-paced online course: CFSS MMIS Updates Training
9/17/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
9/17/24: Recent CBSM updates
9/17/24: Workplace rights and minimum wage requirements
9/17/24: DHS publishes CFSS individual service delivery plan template
9/10/24: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans webinar series update
9/10/24: DHS begins EVV compliance enforcement
9/3/24: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
9/3/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day online training
9/3/24: MnCHOICES legacy systems retirement
8/27/24: Final version of CFSS Policy Manual now available
8/26/24: DHS requests public comments on amendments to the disability waiver plans
8/20/24: DHS to begin compensation threshold tracking
8/20/24: Policy change for DD Waiver maltreatment materials
8/20/24: Recent CBSM updates
8/13/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day online training
8/13/24: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
8/13/24: Webinar about foster care policy requirements when placing children with complex needs
8/13/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: 245D licensing and disability services virtual roundtable series
8/13/24: Disability waiver case manager informed choice training requirement
8/13/24: Feedback about barriers to transition from emergency rooms and hospitals
8/13/24: RFP to analyze funding models for direct support workers
8/13/24: HCBS labor market survey instructions
8/6/24: EVV provider training session
8/6/24: Reminder: Register for the Odyssey webinar "The Principles of Disability Justice"
8/6/24: Long-term services and supports workforce incentive payments for DSPs
7/30/24: CFSS online trainings available
7/30/24: Reminder: Save the date for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
7/30/24: EVV provider onboarding session
7/30/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A – Residential and Unit-based Service Providers
7/30/24: EIDBI legislative updates
7/30/24: Spouses and parents of minors can be paid to provide PCA services
7/30/24: EVV compliance reminder
7/30/24: EVV survey
7/30/24: Assisted living verification code requirement ends Aug. 1
7/30/24: Policy change to allow access to MHM TC with AMH-TCM, CMH-TCM, BHH and ACT
7/30/24: Legislative changes to PTO for CDCS and CSG workers
7/23/24: Registration for Odyssey webinar now open
7/23/24: Free MTI quarterly training
7/23/24: Free MTI technical assistance
7/23/24: Brochures and videos about how to get help with MnCHOICES assessments
7/16/24: HCBS Workforce Development Grant update
7/16/24: Recent CBSM updates
7/16/24: Reminder: Opportunities to give feedback on crisis, positive support, respite and specialist services
7/9/24: Webinar announcement: CDCS unbundling project
7/9/24: Survey about telehealth use with positive behavior support practices and services
7/2/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A – Day Program Providers
7/2/24: EVV compliance update
7/2/24: RFP to analyze funding models for direct support worker retirement benefits
6/25/24: Save the date for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
6/25/24: Webinar about assistive technology for employment support
6/25/24: CL survey request for BI and CADI waivers
6/25/24: Spanish and Russian translations of the PCA/CFSS worker training and test
6/25/24: Opportunities to give feedback on crisis, positive support, respite and specialist services
6/25/24: Housing Stabilization Services survey
6/25/24: Save information from in-progress online forms before July 12
6/25/24: Federal mileage rate increase
6/21/24: Emergency and disaster assistance for people receiving waiver services
6/18/24: Update to webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
6/18/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
6/18/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training update
6/18/24: Recent CBSM updates
6/18/24: Olmstead disability inclusion and choice survey
6/11/24: Update to webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
6/11/24: Webinar announcement: Caring for Children with Complex Needs: Intervention Services, Case Management Alignment and Policy Requirements
6/11/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A – Day Program Providers
6/11/24: Employment First Capacity-Building Grant Program
6/11/24: MnCHOICES revision project update about assessment results and CDCS budgets
6/11/24: Policy change to allow waivers/AC to stay open for 30 days during incarceration
6/7/24: Phase 4 of the MnCHOICES revision launch will begin on July 1, 2024
6/4/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training
5/28/24: DWRS cost report audit and data validation
5/28/24: Recent CBSM updates
5/28/24: Survey about service suspension and termination form development
5/21/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training
5/21/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Family Providers
5/21/24: Reminder: Register for the Odyssey webinar "From Either/Or to Both/And: When Disability and Aging Intersect"
5/21/24: Positive support training about a systems approach to trauma-informed practices
5/21/24: Reminder: Waiver Reimagine survey: DHS seeks input on disability waiver reform
5/21/24: DHS will no longer allow lead agencies to bypass MMIS exception code 951
5/21/24: DHS plans to review, update and archive PartnerLink MnCHOICES webpages
5/21/24: EVV contact information update
5/16/24: DHS requests public comments on CFSS Policy Manual
5/14/24: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
5/14/24: Reminder: Focus groups and survey about community experiences with EIDBI
5/14/24: Changes to the Direct Support Connect website
5/8/24: DHS announces CFSS implementation timeline
5/7/24: Free MTI quarterly training on statewide employment initiatives
5/7/24: Correction to webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Family Providers
5/7/24: Policy change to remove MHM Y indicator eligibility requirement in the LTC screening document
5/7/24: Grants available to HCBS providers that support rural and underserved communities
4/30/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Family Providers
4/30/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training update
4/30/24: Focus groups and survey about community experiences with EIDBI
4/30/24: Waiver Reimagine survey: DHS seeks input on disability waiver reform
4/30/24: Reminder: SASD Support Team to discontinue fax number
4/23/24: Regional Capacity Building for Positive Supports Lunch and Learn
4/23/24: Reminder about lead agency responsibilities for out-of-home crisis respite in an MDH-licensed hotel
4/16/24: Rescheduled Odyssey webinar: "From Either/Or to Both/And: When Disability and Aging Intersect"
4/16/14: Reminder: Webinar announcement: 245D licensing and disability services roundtable series
4/16/24: Recent CBSM updates
4/9/24: Community residential services and crisis respite services as foster care placement
4/9/24: Temporary SMRT MnCHOICES policy and SMRT ISDS access
4/9/24: Increased limit to specialized equipment and supplies
4/2/24: Upcoming Odyssey webinar postponed
4/2/24: Reminder: Webinar about the life-changing power of technology
4/2/24: Providers selected for 2024 DWRS cost reporting cycle
4/2/24: Grant opportunity to support new Americans in the LTC workforce
4/2/24: SASD Support Team to discontinue fax number
3/26/24: Instructional video on how to apply for an HCBS license under Minn. Stat. Ch. 245D
3/26/24: Positive support practices training about motivational interviewing
3/26/24: Reminder: Register for Odyssey webinar "From Either/Or to Both/And"
3/19/24: Webinar about the life-changing power of technology
3/19/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training update
3/12/24: Webinar announcement: 245D licensing and disability services roundtable series
3/12/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
3/12/24: Webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
3/12/24: Supervisor responsibilities for disability waiver case manager training
3/12/24: MnCHOICES benchmark annual report posted
3/12/24: Recent CBSM updates
3/12/24: Lead agency business process review and recommendations reports
3/12/24: New manual to support people who take psychotropic medications
3/12/24: Reminder: Apply for the PCA training stipend by June 15, 2024
3/12/24: AASD and DSD will no longer accept questions through PolicyQuest
3/8/24: Phase 3 of the MnCHOICES revision launch will begin on April 1, 2024
3/5/24: 2024 Odyssey webinar series: Registration for first Odyssey webinar now open
3/5/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training
2/28/24: CFSS receives federal approval
2/27/24: 2024 Odyssey webinar series
2/27/24: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
2/27/24: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
2/27/24: Acute Care Transitions Advisory Council to meet Feb. 29
2/20/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training now available
2/20/24: Recent CBSM updates
2/20/24: MnCHOICES revision application user survey
2/13/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
2/13/24: PCA now covers driving provided by PCA workers
2/9/24: Public comment period on efforts to manage ICS growth
2/6/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training
2/6/24: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
2/6/24: Update to PCA remote QP supervision policy for certain populations
2/6/24: LTSS Improvement Tool lead agency feedback survey
1/31/24: Letter from the director: Efforts to manage ICS growth
1/30/24: Employment and informed choice training requirements for disability waiver case managers
1/30/24: Resources about temporary suspension and termination of 245D-licensed supports and services
1/30/24: Minnesota launches new Assisted Living Report Card
1/30/24: CDCS policy change about hours of paid personal assistance services
1/25/24: Waiver amendments approved by CMS
1/23/24: Reminder: Acute Care Transitions Advisory Council to meet Jan. 25
1/23/24: Self-paced online course: Applying for a DSD Grant: What You Need to Know
1/23/24: Reminder: Volunteers from lead agencies needed to participate in focus groups about proposed MnCHOICES assessment changes
1/16/24: Webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
1/16/24: Free MTI quarterly training on engaging employers for competitive, integrated employment
1/16/24: Acute Care Transitions Advisory Council to meet Jan. 25
1/16/24: Recent CBSM updates
1/16/24: Volunteers from lead agencies needed to participate in focus groups about proposed MnCHOICES assessment changes
1/9/24: Disability Services seeks Innovation Grants applications
1/9/24: PSN form now available for MHM eligibility and enrollment process
1/9/24: Case management, care coordination and assessment requirements
1/2/24: Seeking people to apply for temporary field interviewer positions
12/26/23: Reminder: Positive behavior support virtual training series
12/26/23: Reminder: EIDBI legislative changes
12/26/23: Reminder: Operating payment rate increase for ICF/DD providers
12/26/23: Reminder: Rate and budget changes on Jan. 1, 2024
12/19/23: EIDBI legislative changes
12/19/23: Recent CBSM updates
12/12/23: Operating payment rate increase for ICF/DD providers
12/12/23: 2023 provider legislative update posted
12/12/23: New manual page about PCA services in HCBS settings
12/5/23: Reminder: Webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
12/5/23: DHS no longer requires hospice to use EVV in Minnesota
12/1/23: Update on CFSS implementation timeline
11/28/23: Updated MMIS automation instructions
11/28/23: Reminder: Refrain from adding or making changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 1-6, 2023
11/21/23: Building Your Skills: Developing a Support Plan, Episode 15: Monitoring the Support Plan
11/21/23: Positive support practices training
11/21/23: SMRT Document Portal is available
11/21/23: Recent CBSM updates
11/21/23: All required EVV service providers are live with EVV
11/14/23: Additional Waiver Reimagine engagement opportunities
11/14/23: Correction: Rate and budget changes on Jan. 1, 2023
11/9/23: Extension to MnCHOICES revision project launch
11/7/23: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day training in Rochester
11/7/23: HCBS lead agency reviews to begin again in spring 2024
11/7/23: Refrain from adding or making changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 1-6, 2023
11/7/23: CFSS Development and Implementation Council seeks new members
10/31/23: Webinar about off-the-shelf options for home automation to create a smart home
10/31/23: DHS seeks applicants to join Waiver Reimagine Advisory Committee
10/31/23: DHS signs contract with agencies to provide FMS
10/31/23: CL moratorium exception to expire December 2023
10/31/23: RFP for intervention services study
10/31/23: RFI about specialized services and supports to new Americans to enter the LTC workforce
10/24/23: Upcoming positive behavior supports (PBS) virtual training
10/24/23: DHS plans to hold Waiver Reimagine focus groups
10/24/23: Updates to EIDBI rights and responsibilities forms
10/24/23: Reminder: Exception allowing PCA provider agencies to bill for services provided by spouses and parents of minors ends in November
10/17/23: Major Changes webinar recording now available
10/17/23: Reminder: Attend the Minnesota Gathering in October
10/17/23: Policy update about temporary admission to certain settings for a person using the DD Waiver
10/17/23: DWRS component values update scheduled for January
10/17/23: Reminder: DHS seeks new members for EIDBI advisory group
10/10/23: MTI quarterly virtual training on financial implications of organizational transformation
10/10/23: Webinar announcement: Building Your Skills: Developing a Support Plan, Episode 14: Approving the Support Plan and Service Agreement
10/10/23: Attend the annual Minnesota Gathering in October
10/10/23: Recent CBSM updates
10/3/23: Southern Minnesota Autism Resource Fair to be held in October
10/3/23: Register to attend Minnesota's Self-Direction Connection Conference
10/3/23: DHS hosts community conversation about autism and related conditions in Bemidji
10/3/23: DHS-funded training for diverse person-centered planning facilitators
10/3/23: DHS seeks new members for EIDBI advisory group
10/3/23: Rate increase for ICF/DD DT&H services
10/3/23: Interactive video approved for VA/DD-TCM
10/3/23: EVV updates
9/26/23: Reminder: Register for GEAR Grantee Showcase webinar
9/26/23: New grant program to help organizations support families of children with disabilities
9/26/23: RFP for EIDBI licensure study
9/26/23: Disability waiver case managers must complete the course "Supporting A Person's Move: A Case Manager's Role"
9/26/23: Survey to get feedback on positive support training resources
9/26/23: Reminder: Exception allowing PCA provider agencies to bill for services provided by spouses and parents of minors ends in November
9/19/23: Webinar announcement: EVV quarterly updates
9/19/23: Webinar announcement: DWRS 2023 Virtual Quarterly Meetings
9/19/23: Recent CBSM updates
9/15/23: Update on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
9/14/23: Final phase of EVV implementation starts in October
9/12/23: Remember to apply for PCA training stipend grant initiative
9/12/23: Survey to understand impact of caring career recruitment campaign
9/12/23: Rate and budget changes on Jan. 1, 2024
9/5/23: Innovation grants success stories added to webpage
9/5/23: DHS thanks DSPs for their work before national week of recognition
8/29/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series – Registration for GEAR Grantee Showcase webinar now open
8/29/23: Webinar announcement: Building Your Skills: Developing a Support Plan, Episode 13: Backup Planning
8/28/23: DHS requests public comments on amendments to the disability waiver plans
8/22/23: Case manager and care coordinator toolkit reminder
8/15/23: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
8/15/23: Recent CBSM updates
8/15/23: Conversational Agent tool now available for MnCHOICES assessors
8/8/23: Reminder: Register for Major Change Initiatives webinar
8/2/23: DHS seeks public comments for proposed EIDBI changes
8/1/23: Community residential services providers to receive invite for staffing survey
8/1/23: Electronic visit verification welcome letter available in MN–ITS boxes
7/25/23: Virtual training about integrating work and benefits planning
7/25/23: Community conversation in Mahnomen about autism and related conditions
7/25/23: Subminimum wage information reporting and retention requirements
7/25/23: Reminder: AASD and DSD communications feedback survey
7/18/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series – Registration for Major Change Initiatives webinar now open
7/18/23: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A
7/18/23: Webinar announcement: Building Your Skills: Developing a Support Plan Episode 12: Rights and Informed Decision Making
7/18/23: New video on early childhood screening and referral process
7/18/23: How to identify assisted-living facilities that are MHM-qualified community residences
7/18/23: Recent CBSM updates
7/18/23: Remote assessments: End of COVID-19 protocols and start of new remote reassessment policy
7/18/23: EVV start date for home health providers
7/18/23: New EVV policy pages
7/18/23: Reminder: AASD and DSD communications feedback survey
7/11/23: Remote adult day training information
7/11/23: MTI virtual training about Ohio provider changing its approach to services they offer
7/11/23: AASD and DSD communications feedback survey
7/5/23: Reminder: Register for 2023 Legislative Updates webinar
7/5/23: MMIS claims edit to address CL age limitation for BI and CADI waivers
7/5/23: Legislative changes to case manager training requirements for benefits planning
7/5/23: DHS launches third year of HCBS labor market survey
6/30/23: Update on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
6/30/23: Increase to background study rates for CDCS
6/27/23: CAC Waiver renewal approved by CMS
6/27/23: Changes to family caregiver services through AC, ECS, EW and MHM
6/20/23: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
6/20/23: Webinar announcement: Office Hours: Overnight Supports
6/20/23: Webinar announcement: Understanding DME
6/20/23: Webinar announcement: DWRS Virtual Quarterly Meetings
6/20/23: Webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
6/20/23: Recent CBSM updates
6/20/23: Update on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
6/13/23: Pathway to Services and Supports for EIDBI providers
6/13/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series – Registration for 2023 Legislative Updates webinar now open
6/13/23: "Building Your Skills" webinar series returns with new session about informed choice
6/13/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series – A second session with Donte Curtis
6/13/23: DHS plans ICS focus groups for waiver case managers
6/13/23: DD Waiver will require certification of disability
6/13/23: Case manager and care coordinator toolkit reminder
6/13/23: DEED launches direct care professional recruitment campaign
6/13/23: Using revised MnCHOICES application for people enrolled in managed care and on a disability waiver
6/13/23: Federal mileage rate increase
6/13/23: Changes to customized living moratorium exception
6/13/23: EVV PCA supervision update
6/12/23: Updates to collocated setting policy
6/8/23: Updated MMIS coding for assistive technology assessments and equipment for people using the DD Waiver
6/6/23: Quality of life assessment and communication tools now available in multiple languages
6/6/23: State makes more direct care professionals eligible for grant funds
6/6/23: EVV Phase 3: Soft launch for MCO providers
5/30/23: New E1MN trainings now available
5/23/23: DHS launches third year of DWRS cost reporting
5/16/23: CFSS trainings available
5/16/23: Apply for grant initiatives, including retention bonuses and training stipends
5/16/23: Updates on the HCBS Settings Rule transition
5/16/23: Updates to MnCHOICES Help Desk Contact Form
5/12/23: Temporary extension of COVID-19 modification allowing parents of minors and spouses to provide PCA services
5/9/23: More self-study recommendations for "Building your skills" webinar series
5/9/23: Central MN Autism Resource Fair set for June
5/9/23: Waiver amendments approved by CMS
5/9/23: Recent CBSM updates
5/9/23: EVV updates
5/9/23: Permanent remote adult day services available July 1, 2023
5/2/23: Information session: Upcoming campaign to recruit direct care professionals
5/2/23: Register for the Task Force on Eliminating Subminimum Wages report and recommendations webinar
5/2/23: Past preadmission screenings (PAS) will be no longer available
4/26/23: Update on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
4/25/23: Webinar announcement: 245D virtual roundtable series
4/25/23: Register for free Minnesota Transformation Initiative (MTI) quarterly training
4/25/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series – Workforce shortage
4/25/23: Virtual training sessions about using positive support practices
4/25/23: ICF/DD local system needs plans due June 30
4/25/23: Updated: Waiver eligibility and MA financial eligibility renewals and the end of the continuous coverage period
4/25/23: Emergency and disaster assistance for people receiving waiver services
4/18/23: Reminder about BI and CADI customized living setting-specific age limit
4/18/23: Recent CBSM updates
4/13/23: Update on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
4/11/23: More self-study recommendations for "Building your skills" webinar series
4/11/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series – Topics, dates and times
4/11/23: SASD Support Team discontinuing fax forms
4/11/23: Updated: Use LTC screening document Mini-Cog field starting April 10, 2023
4/11/23: Waiver eligibility and MA financial eligibility renewals and the end of the continuous coverage period
4/6/23: Pause on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
4/4/23: Information session: Consider becoming an HCBS cooperative
4/4/23: Case management face-to-face requirements resume Nov. 1, 2023
4/4/23: New and updated MnCHOICES communication forms/documents
4/4/23: State Plan on Aging open for public comment
4/4/23: Use LTC screening document Mini-Cog field starting April 10, 2023
3/28/23: Update on launch of MnCHOICES revision project
3/28/23: Register for free customized employment training
3/28/23: Waiver amendments approved by CMS
3/28/23: Update to MnCHOICES lead agency transfer form
3/28/23: Do not use LTSS Improvement Tool after revised MnCHOICES launch
3/21/23: 2023 Odyssey webinar series
3/21/23: Webinar about assistive technology for people you support
3/21/23: Recent CBSM updates
3/14/23: More self-study recommendations for "Building your skills" webinar series
3/14/23: DWRS 2023 virtual quarterly meetings
3/14/23: Autism Resource Symposium returns April 12
3/14/23: Updated SASD Support Team forms now available
3/14/23: Requirements for electronic visit verification compliance
3/10/23: Changes to AASD and DSD eList format
3/7/23: Updates to policy about reassessments for changes in condition
2/27/23: Updated DSD Contact Form
2/27/23: Free training and technical assistance for day and employment service providers
2/22/23: Task Force on Eliminating Subminimum Wages report published
2/17/23: Update on CFSS implementation timeline
2/17/23: End of the federal public health emergency and wind down of current COVID-19 waivers
2/17/23: Recent CBSM updates
2/16/23: Status of the MnCHOICES revision project
2/16/23: More self-study recommendations for “Building your skills” webinar series
2/15/23: End to COVID-19 emergency staffing program
2/13/23: Register now for free organizational transformation webinar
2/9/23: Status of the MnCHOICES revision project
2/7/23: Webinars to share information and gather feedback on positive support services
2/2/23: 2023 virtual ASD lunch-and-learn panels and community conversations
2/1/23: Self-study recommendations for “Building your skills” webinar series
1/26/23: DD Waiver will require certification of disability
1/24/23: Electronic visit verification updates
1/23/23: Register now for training series about community-based positive supports
1/19/23: Register now for free workforce strategies webinar series
1/18/23: 2023 clinical training for EIDBI and other interested providers
1/17/23: DHS requests public comments on amendments to the DD Waiver plan
1/13/23: Annual EAA training set for Jan. 30
1/12/23: Support plan training in 2023
1/12/23: Policy change for paying relatives and legally responsible individuals
1/11/23: Recent CBSM updates
1/10/23: Positive supports training for organizations
1/9/23: Webinar about identifying and overcoming obstacles to AT and remote support
1/4/23: Policy change for awake and asleep staff through BI, CAC, CADI and DD waivers
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