The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is reaching out to community members and professionals with a slew of updates and opportunities from the Aging and Adult Services Division (AASD) and Disability Services Division (DSD), the most recent of which came on Tuesday. These bulletins, which are sent out weekly, are crucial resources for keeping stakeholders informed and engaged with the latest developments. This week's announcement highlighted an open survey for providers to give their input on costs and wages, an integral step for DHS’s evaluation of rate methodology, according to the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
They're keen on collecting diverse perspectives; the survey addresses lead agencies, providers, and other parties involved, the feedback collected before the deadline on March 7, will shape the conversation on financial matters touching the lives of those entwined within the system of care. Moreover, professionals in the health and mental health sectors are reminded to consider applying for the External Program Review Committee (EPRC), which boasts a requirement for customer service and teamwork skills, making it a noteworthy venture for those looking to make an impact.
There's an assistance opening for disability waiver service providers in the midst of a license transition, which specifically targets those who have moved or will move from a licensed customized living setting to a community residential setting within the specified timeline; DHS is accepting applications for this support opportunity until March 1, as per the Minnesota Department of Human Services. The DHS has also released a report on subminimum wage data that covers the period from August 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, a resource for counties, tribal nations, providers, and other interested stakeholders tracking financial trends in disability waivers.
On the training and event side of things DHS, in collaboration with Minnesota Networking in Education and Assistive Technology (MN-NEAT), is hosting a webinar focusing on technology's role in supporting individuals who may be at risk of elopement and wandering; this event, set to take place on February 20 is open to assessors, case managers, providers, service recipients, and caregivers, presenting an opportunity for collective learning and advancement in care practices. For those interested in keeping up with the constant flow of updates and policy revisions from DHS, visit the Community-Based Services Manual on their website.
