FINAL FUNDS MANAGEMENT IB POSTED
A final version of the Individual Funds Management IB was posted this week. Providers are encouraged to review the final revision on this Information Bulletin as it provides clarification in many areas where concerns were raised when this IB was in draft form. IARF expresses their ongoing appreciation to the Division for allowing stakeholder input of IB’s in draft form. (Contact: Beth Owens)
DHS-DMH 590 NOFO CRISIS RESPONSE GRANTS UPDATE
This past week IARF, along with our colleagues in CBHA and IABH, attended a state-wide call with DHS Secretary Grace Hou. The Secretary requested patience from the provider community as it continues to implement the FY22 Budget for the department. Conversations between DHS and the Governor’s Office continue regarding the potential for additional funding for the 590 Crisis Response Grants. Also of note, the Secretary indicated both SUPR and DMH are working towards synergy in services and service funding.
More information from DHS on funding of the 590 grants, as well as next steps with IARF advocacy efforts, should be forthcoming next week. Thanks to all for your continued dedication. (Contact: Luis Andrade)
NOMINATE A DSP DOING AMAZING WORK
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) play a special and essential role in supporting individuals receiving I/DD services, empowering them to lead independent and meaningful lives. This year for DSP Recognition Week, Foothold Technology invites you to participate with us as we extend our gratitude to DSPs everywhere. We are building a digital recognition board and we’re collecting stories. Nominate a DSP you believe is doing amazing work, and we’ll feature them on our recognition board during DSP Recognition Week - September 12-18. We’ll also send them a $5 Starbucks gift card to say thanks for the great work they do. Click here to nominate a DSP today! (Contact: Maggie Henley)
ANCOR: ICF WEBINAR SERIES; IT ALL BEGINS WITH ASSESSMENT 8/18/21 - 9/1/21
ANCOR is offering up an ICFDD specific Webinar Series. This three-hour workshop will teach ICF staff to rethink the Functional Assessment and Individual Program Plan processes within the ICF/IID program. IARF wanted to share the link with other members who may be interested, or may have staff that are interested in attending. As a reminder, as part of you IARF membership, you are AUTOMATICALLY granted ANCOR Membership! IARF will also be in attendance on the Webinar. See you there! (Contact: Luis Andrade)
HFS RELEASES PUBLIC NOTICE ON ARPA HCBS ENHANCED FMAP SPENDING PLAN AND NARRATIVE
Earlier today, HFS released the American Rescue Plan Act Home and Community Based Services enhanced FMAP Initial Spending Plan and Narrative. This document is the state of Illinois’ spending plan on HCBS and contains an analysis on enhanced federal match the state will receive as a result of federal legislation, ARPA. The report features detailed fiscal analysis of the spending plan, as well as a narrative that includes Public Comment from a variety of stakeholders. If you are interested in the state budget and state spending on HCBS, then this document is for you. Reach out if you have any questions! (Contact: Luis Andrade)
MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH RESOURCES: NATIONAL COUNCIL
Throughout Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, the National Council is sharing resources, tools and learning opportunities to keep members of the BH community informed. IARF thought we would shar a few:
(Contact: Luis Andrade)
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