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Waiver Update Communications Bulletin - April 2012

Communication Bulletins are formal communications used by the Department on Disability Services, Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDS/DDA) to inform the provider network of new developments or changes as they occur. The Communication Bulletins provide critical, strategic communication to the provider network.

This Bulletin is an update on several Medicaid Waiver Operation guidelines and directives. It is the expectation of the DDS/DDA that the provider network review and adhere to these updates.

DDS Web Posting

DDS has added an additional link on the DDS Home web page. Under the Home and Community Based Services Waiver Program page.

Person-Centered Thinking

Person-centered thinking is a philosophy behind service provision that supports positive control and self-direction of people’s own lives. DDS is working to implement this through training sessions and other agency wide initiatives.

Employment First Initiative

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Under the Employment First philosophy, competitive, integrated employment is the first and overwhelmingly preferred option for working-age youth and adults with disabilities.