The Aging and Adult Services Division (AASD) and Disability Services Division (DSD) have released their latest digest, keeping professionals updated on forthcoming training events and policy changes. For those in the loop, these updates are sent every Tuesday, but here's a snapshot for the rest of us.
Coming up on the calendar, there's a "Culture of Safety Three-Day Advanced Practical Training" scheduled for October 21-23, aimed at 245D-licensed providers, lead agency personnel, and anyone in the trenches of agency oversight, incident response, and quality assurance. Getting a heads-up from the weekly digest, it was noted that the training will focus on applying safety science principles that are essential for responding to incidents, advancing safety initiatives, and examining the systemic factors that can lead to unintended outcomes, according to a bulletin from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Another noteworthy session is on the docket for October 21—exclusive for those holding 245A licensure in family adult foster care. This webinar is going to unpack the revisions to the rate-setting methodology for disability waivers, as per the legislative changes. Targeted at providers, lead agency staff, case managers, and all those involved, the session promises a comprehensive overview and a chance for questions and answers, ensuring everyone operates on the same page.
Transportation—an often-overlooked cog that keeps the daily lives of the disabled community running—will be the focus of a free quarterly training by the Minnesota Transformation Initiative (MTI). Set for November 20 and hosted by the University of Minnesota Institute on Community Integration, the training pledges practical solutions for enhancing transportation options, reinforcing both employment and community engagement. The session, aimed at employment and day service providers, hopes to pave the way for better access across the board. Further details on the training can be found in the bulletin issued by AASD and DSD.
