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Increasing Options for Self-Directed Services Initiatives of the FY 2003 Independence Plus Grantees
12/22/2007 | 1278 Requests *Summary
This report describes the activities of 12 Grantees that received Independence Plus (IP) grants in FY 2003 and are using them to increase self-directed services options for persons of all ages with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Grantees encountered a range of issues while implementing. This report provides information for states and stakeholders planning, implementing, or expanding self-direction programs, whether through solely state-funded programs or the Medicaid program.
Author
O’Keeffe, Dr.P.H., R.N., Janet; O’Keeffe, B.A., Christine; Wiener, Ph.D., Joshua; Siebenaler, M.P.A., Kristin
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Keywords
Independence Plus; Individualized Budget; Person Centered Planning; Stakeholder Involvement; Medicaid Authority; Self-Direction; Quality Assurance; Ensuring Systems Improvements
Topic
Consumer/Participant Direction, Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities, Long-Term Care, Physical Disabilities, State/Agency Information
Type/Tool
Reports
Source
RTI - Systems Change Evaluation
State
Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, All States/Territories
Date Created
01/22/2008
Contact
Janet O’Keeffe
RTI International
jok@rti.org
RTI International
jok@rti.org
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* Reflects requests since January 1, 2007
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