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Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Feedback Session on New Assessment Bundle

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
31
On July 1, 2025, Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) rolled out a new assessment bundle for the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW). We are interested in hearing from Supports Coordinators (SCs) and providers on their experiences with implementing the new assessments. Please join us for a Virtual Office Hour (VOH) to share feedback, ask questions, and review resource materials.
Who should attend?
All AAW SCs and Providers
Date:
January 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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ODPANN 25-117 Now Available Employment Service Definition Question and Answer Version 3 and Employment Services Quick Guide Version 2

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
29

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-117 Now Available Employment Service Definition Question and Answer Version 3 and Employment Services Quick Guide Version 2.  This communication is intended to inform all interested parties of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) publication of updated versions of the Intellectual Disability/Autism (ID/A) Employment Services Definition Question and Answer (Q&A), and the Employment Service Definition Quick Guide for ID/A Waivers and Base-Funded Participants.

NOTE: The release of this communication obsoletes ODP Announcement19-025 – Now Available Updated ID/A Waiver Employment Service Definition Question and Answer Document and ID/A Waiver Employment Service Definition Quick Guide.

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ODPANN 25-116 Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Qualification Process

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
29

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-116 Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) Provider Qualification Process.  The purpose of this communication is to inform providers of Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) services and Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) of the updated provider qualification process:

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require a statewide process to ensure providers are qualified to render services to waiver-funded individuals. The Provider Qualification Process described in the attached communication outlines the steps the provider must follow to meet these requirements, and the steps Supports Coordinators (SCs) must take to transition individuals if needed. This communication does not describe the qualification process for AAW SCOs.

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ODPANN 25-114 Now Available: Recorded Webinar on the 1.1.26 Changes to the IDA Waivers

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
22

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-114 Now Available: Recorded Webinar on the 1.1.26 Changes to the IDA Waivers. The purpose of this communication is to notify all interested parties of the recorded webinar that explained the January 2026 Waiver Amendments.

ODPANN 25-114 Now Available: Recorded Webinar on the 1.1.26 Changes to the IDA Waivers

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
22

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-114 Now Available: Recorded Webinar on the 1.1.26 Changes to the IDA Waivers. The purpose of this communication is to notify all interested parties of the recorded webinar that explained the January 2026 Waiver Amendments.

ODPANN 25-113 Now Available: Updated and Translated Individual Support Plan Signature Form (DP 1032)

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
22

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-113 Now Available: Updated and Translated Individual Support Plan Signature Form (DP 1032). The purpose of this communication is to announce revisions to the Individual Support Plan Signature Form (DP 1032) and availability of the Spanish translation of this form (DP 1032-S). 

Virtual Autism Training Opportunity for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Front-Line Supervisors

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
22
REGISTER TODAY!
Virtual Autism Training Opportunity for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Front-Line Supervisors
REMINDER: Attendees must register for each session individually AND attend both sessions to receive a training certificate!
Topic: Autism Spectrum Disorders: (ASDs) An Overview and Practical Application
Note: This training satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance Based Contracting (PBCs). Please see more details below on Continuing Education (CE) Credits (This training is an approved alternative to the SPeCTRUM offered on MyODP.)
Over the years the prevalence of autism has increased, Pennsylvania’s service delivery system for individuals with autism has expanded, and best practices to provide quality supports have emerged. To support the individual needs of each person with autism across the lifespan, an understanding of core characteristics must be established. It is also important to learn how the individual’s presentation of autism may change across settings and situations. This training will provide attendees with an in-depth presentation on core characteristics of autism and the impact of the characteristics on daily life, routines, and activities. A review of common terms and basic principles used to change behavior, teach new skills, and develop practical application of best practices will be included. Opportunity for discussion and engagement will occur throughout the training in the virtual setting.
Who should attend?
Direct Support Professionals, Front Line Supervisors, and Program Managers supporting individuals with autism in residential and other home and community-based settings. Professionals supporting individuals in the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW), Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP), Consolidated Person/Family-Directed Support (P/FDS), and Community Living waivers are encouraged to attend.
Where and when will sessions be held?
You must register separately for each session.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
This training satisfies the basic autism training requirement for Residential Performance Based Contracting measures CN-DD/Bx.01.1S and CN-DD/Bx.01.1CE for all Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Frontline Supervisors (FLSs), and program managers.
This training also fulfills 6100 ongoing training requirements.
Please contact the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations (BSASP) Training Mailbox at [email protected] with questions.

ODPANN 24-082 Update - Now Available Guidance for Reviewing Data for Performance Based Contracting Measures RM-IM 01.2 and 01.3

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
17

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 24-082 Update - Now Available Guidance for Reviewing Data for Performance Based Contracting Measures RM-IM 01.2 and 01.3. The purpose of this communication is to advise providers of the availability of the Office of Developmental Programs updated Guidance for Reviewing Data for Performance Based Contracting (PBC) Measures RM-IM 01.2 and 01.3 and the corresponding recorded webinar on MyODP. Updates appear underlined in red text.

Office of Developmental Programs' (ODP) January 2026 Training and Events Calendar

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
16

The Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the January 2026 training and events calendar.

ODPANN 25-112 Medication Administration January-March 2026 Train-the-Trainer Face-to-Face Schedule

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
12

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-112 Medication Administration January-March 2026 Train-the-Trainer Face-to-Face Schedule. The purpose of this communication is to announce the Medication Administration Training Program Face-to-Face schedule for January through March 2026.

ODPANN 25-111 Provider Qualification Requirements for Community Participation Support, In-Home and Community Support, and Companion Services

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
12

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-111 Provider Qualification Requirements for Community Participation Support, In-Home and Community Support, and Companion Services. The purpose of this communication is to clarify new qualification requirements for providers of CPS, In-Home and Community Support and/or Companion services in the Consolidated, Community Living, and P/FDS Waivers that were recently approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).  These requirements do not apply to services rendered by Support Service Professionals through a Participant-Directed Services option.

ODPANN 25-110 Now Available New Resource from CDC for Severe Viral Respiratory Illness Data Website and Respiratory Illness Prevention Strategies

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
12

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 025-110 Now Available:  New Resource from CDC for Severe Viral Respiratory Illness Data Website and Respiratory Illness Prevention Strategies. The purpose of this communication is to announce the availability of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) data website for Flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and COVID-19, as well as provide updated information about respiratory illness prevention strategies, including available vaccinations.

 

Now Available: Plain Language Communication Bulletin 00-25-05

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
Dec
11
 Communication Bulletin 00-25-05 was published last week. The purpose of the bulletin is to establish ODPs policy on communication and assure all individuals have an effective way to communicate. To further provide access to the bulletin, attached is a version of the bulletin in easier to understand terms and with pictures. This version will be available on MyODP as an attachment to the original bulletin communication released on December 1, 2025

ODPANN 025-109 Clarifications: Bulletin 00-25-02, Individual Eligibility for the Consolidated, P/FDS, Community Living and Adult Autism Waivers

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
Dec
11

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 025-109 Clarification and Revison-00-25-02-10-7-25. The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is providing clarification about the completion of the MA 51 or medical evaluation discussed in bulletin 00-25-02, Individual Eligibility for the Consolidated, P/FDS, Community Living and Adult Autism Waivers, and to revise the attachment to the Bulletin.

ODPANN 25-108 Prepared People Save Lives Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA) Toolkit

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
Dec
09

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-108 Prepared People Save Lives Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA) Toolkit. The purpose of this communication is to introduce the Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (HVA) Toolkit. This toolkit is designed to assist providers with assessing and preparing for unexpected events to ensure the individuals they are supporting remain safe and continue to receive the services they need in the event of an emergency.

Maintaining Healthy Skin and Healing Wounds Training Webinar

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Dec
09
Maintaining Healthy Skin and Healing Wounds Training Webinar
 
January 22, 2026
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
 
Milestone Health Care Quality Unit (HCQU) West invites you to join its Maintaining Healthy Skin and Healing Wounds training webinar on January 22, 2026. The presentation will be delivered by Dr. Joyce M. Black, Professor of Nursing at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Nursing. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of the National Pressure Injury Advisor Panel. See the attached flyer for more information.
 
 
*Note: You will be prompted to create an account with Milestone HCQU West’s learning management system before registering for the webinar. Please refer to the contact information in the attached flyer if assistance is needed.

ODPANN 25-107 SC PBC and January Waiver Amendment Approval

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
08

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-107 SC PBC and January Waiver Amendment Approval. The purpose of this communication is to inform all interested parties that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved amendments to the 1915(b)(4) Performance-Based Contracting waiver and the Consolidated, Community Living, and P/FDS Waivers effective January 1, 2026. All waivers are available on the Department of Human Services’ (DHS) website.

ODPANN 25-106 - Newly Released: The CI Program Spotlight Quarterly Newsletter

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
08

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-106 - Newly Released: The CI Program Spotlight Quarterly Newsletter. The purpose of this communication is to announce that the Temple University Harrisburg Certified Investigator (CI) Program and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) have released a new issue of the quarterly newsletter, The CI Program Spotlight.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Alert: Issue with Abbott Glucose Monitor Sensor

by: Ilana Gruber
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Dec
04
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is sharing this important announcement from the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
 
The FDA is aware that Abbott Diabetes Care has sent all affected customers, distributors, and health care providers a letter regarding an issue with certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors providing incorrect low glucose readings. If undetected, incorrect low glucose readings over an extended period may lead to wrong treatment decisions for people living with diabetes, such as excessive carbohydrate intake or skipping or delaying insulin doses. These decisions may pose serious health risks, including potential injury or death, or other less serious complications.
 
As of November 14, 2025, Abbott has reported 736 serious injuries, and seven deaths associated with this issue
 
            Affected Product
 
  • FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensor
    • Model Numbers: 72081-01, 72080-01
    • Unique Device Identifiers (UDI-DI): 00357599818005, 00357599819002
  • FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensor
    • Model Numbers: 78768-01, 78769-01
    • Unique Device Identifiers (UDI-DI): 00357599844011, 00357599843014
 
 
What to Do
 
Patients should verify if their sensors are impacted and immediately discontinue use and dispose of the affected sensor(s).
On November 24, 2025, Abbott Diabetes Care sent all affected customers a letter recommending the following actions:
    • For Patients:
      • Determine if your current or unused sensor(s) are affected by visiting www.freestylecheck.comExternal Link Disclaimer and selecting “CONFIRM SENSOR SERIAL NUMBER.” You will need to locate your sensor serial number to determine if your sensor is affected.
        • If you are wearing a FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor, you can find the serial number in the app or reader. The serial number can also be found on the label on the bottom of the sensor applicator or carton. (If you are using a sensor with a connected insulin delivery device, please refer to the connected insulin delivery device user manual on how to locate the sensor serial number.)
        • Please see images below for visual aids on where to locate the sensor serial numbers.
      • If you are currently wearing or have a FreeStyle Libre 3 or FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor that has been confirmed as potentially affected on www.FreeStyleCheck.comExternal Link Disclaimer or by a customer service representative, immediately discontinue use and dispose of the affected sensor(s).
      • You can request a replacement for any potentially affected sensor(s) on www.FreeStyleCheck.comExternal Link Disclaimer. Select “CONFIRM SENSOR SERIAL NUMBER” and enter a valid serial number. If your sensor is potentially impacted, you will be instructed to enter your contact information so a replacement product can be sent to you at no cost.
      • Use a blood glucose meter or the built-in meter in your FreeStyle Libre 3 Reader to make treatment decisions when your sensor readings don’t match your symptoms or expectations.
 
For additional information and instructions on how to locate the Sensor’s Serial Number click on this link.
 

ODPANN 25-105 - Social Security Administration Announces 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment

by: Ilana Gruber
Category: ODP Communications
Dec
03

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) requests your assistance sharing the attached communication, ODPANN 25-105 - Social Security Administration Announces 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment. The purpose of this communication is to provide notice that the Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment will increase beginning in January 2026.

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