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ADSSP Resource List: April 2013

Source: ADSSP National Resource Center
The ADSSP National Resource Center team has prepared this list of recently published resources covering a range of subjects of interest to ADSSP grantees and partners. This list does not represent a comprehensive examination of the recent literature in any one subject or topic. Links to the publisher’s websites have been included if an article is available for purchase or for free download.
(Word) Caption: ADSSP Resource List: April 2013
Associated Date: April 2013

VD-HCBS Quarterly Educational Calls

Source: ACL/VHA
On December 12, 2012, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) hosted an educational Webinar focused on the Veterans Directed Home & Community Based Services (VD-HCBS) Program. Topics discussed during the Webinar include the VD-HCBS Sustainability Project, VAMC Case-Mix Budget Tool and an update on the growth of VD-HCBS. A link to the presentation used during the Webinar is provided.

The second quarterly educational call was hosted on March 13, 2013. Topics discussed include program status and future directions; Veteran-directed respite care; and a presentation by Jill Snider-Meyer (Milwaukee VAMC) and Lisa Drouin (Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources) on VD-HCBS cost-effectiveness/patient satisfaction as compared with tranditional Community Nursing Home care and program expansion under the Enhanced Options Counseling (Part A) grant.

The third quarterly educational call on 6/12/2013 featured speakers from Ohio's Chillicothe VAMC and the District 7 Area Agency for Aging.

The next quarterly education call is planned for 9/18/2013.

(Internal Link) Caption: 3/13/2013 Quarterly Educational Call Recording • File type: .wmv
(Internal Link) Caption: 6/12/2013 Quarterly Educational Call Recording • File type: .wmv
(Powerpoint) Caption: 12/12/2012 Quarterly Educational Call Slide Deck
(Powerpoint) Caption: 3/13/2013 Quarterly Educational Call Slide Deck
(Powerpoint) Caption: 6/12/2012 Quarterly Educational Call Slide Deck
Associated Date: June 12, 2013

Medicaid FFP Basics

Source: TAE
In 2012 the Administration on Community Living (ACL), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Veterans Health Administration released an Enhanced Options Counseling funding opportunity. Attachment G (Medicaid Support for ADRC Functions) of that announcement described how Medicaid funds can be used to support some Aging and Disability Resource Center Initiative (ADRC) functions. This document builds off of Attachment G, provides practical information for states developing strategies to secure Medicaid administrative funding, and defines key terms.
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Associated Date: June 2013

AARP Keeping Up with the Times: Supporting Family Caregivers with Workplace Leave Policies

Source: AARP PPI
This report highlights three public policy solutions to increase protections for working caregivers: unpaid family and medical leave, paid family and medical leave insurance, and earned sick time. It presents an overview of each policy area, explains why workplace leave policies matter, and highlights states and localities that have adopted these protections. The report also offers policy recommendations to strengthen family and medical leave policies in the workplace
(External Link) • File type: web
(PDF) Caption: Summary Version
(PDF) Caption: Full Report
Associated Date: June 2013

ADSSP Grantee & Partner Monthly Teleconference, June 13, 2013: Addressing the Challenges of Family Caregiving: Common Themes

Source: ADSSP National Resource Center
Addressing the Challenges of Family Caregiving: Common Themes. Presented by: Lynn Feinberg, Senior Strategic Policy Advisor, Independent Living/Long-Term Care, AARP Public Policy Institute.

Participants learned about: 1) How caregiving has changed through the years; 2) "Person- and family-centered care” and its importance; and 3) The top 10 caregiving themes

(Audio) Caption: Audio Presentation
(Powerpoint) Caption: Addressing the Challenges of Family Caregiving: Common Themes
(Word) Caption: Agenda
Associated Date: June 13, 2013

June 12, 2013 ADRC-TAE Newsletter

Source: TAE
This is the ADRC-TAE Newsletter for the week of June 12, 2013
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(Word) Caption: Text Version
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Associated Date: June 2013

FFP Box of Resources for Part B states June 2013

Source: TAE
This document highlights some resources to help ADRCs understand and best utilize Federal Financial Participation from CMS.
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Associated Date: January 2013

Statement of the Department of Housing and Urban Development on the Role of Housing in Accomplishing the Goals of Olmstead

Source: HUD
This document is U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidance to HUD-assisted housing providers on how they can support state and local Olmstead efforts to increase the integrated housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities who are transitioning from, or at serious risk of entering, institutions and other restrictive, segregated settings.
(External Link) • File type: pdf
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Associated Date: June 2013

June 5, 2013 ADRC-TAE Newsletter

Source: TAE
This is the ADRC-TAE Newsletter for the week of June 5, 2013
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(Word) Caption: Text Version
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Associated Date: June 2013

Behavioral Health Needs Assessment Toolkit

Source: SAMHSA
The Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) developed this toolkit to help states’ service agencies better assess and meet the behavioral health needs of their communities. It provides states with detailed information on the latest behavioral health statistics as well as step-by-step instructions to generate projections related to what areas will need to be addressed in the future.
(External Link) • File type: web
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Associated Date: May 2013

MentalHealth.gov

Source: US DHHS
Mentalhealth.gov is a Federal website providing consumer-friendly content for people struggling with mental illness. It includes information about the signs of mental health problems, how individuals can seek help, and how communities can host conversations on mental health.
(External Link) • File type: web
Associated Date: June 2013

America’s Health Rankings® Senior Report

Source: United Health Foundation
This annual report from the United Health Foundation looks at health for older adults in each state. It looks at determinants, actions that can affect the future health of the population, and outcomes, what has already occurred either through death or disease. This includes behaviors, community and environment, policy, and clinical care.

(External Link) • File type: web
Associated Date: May 2013

Administration for Community Living Presentation to the VA Network

Source: TAE
On 5/30/2013, Jim Varpness and Kathleen Otte (Regional ACL Administrators) and Kevin Foley and Greg Link (ACL Central Office) presented to the VA network on "Partnering to Serve Veterans & Family Caregivers." They provided an overview of ACL and the Aging and Disability Network, key ACL program areas, and opportunities for collaboration between the VHA and the Aging and Disability Network.
(Word) Caption: Resource List
(Powerpoint) Caption: Presentation Slide Deck
Associated Date: May 23, 2013

VA Presentation to the Aging & Disability Services Network

Source: TAE
On 5/30/2013, Meg Kabat (Deputy Director of the Caregiver Support Program, Office of Care Management and Social Work Services, VHA) and Dan Schoeps (Director of Purchased Long Term Services and Supports, Office of Geriatrics and Extended Care, VHA) gave a presentation to stakeholders from the Aging and Disability Services Network on "Partnering to Serve Veterans and Family Caregivers." They provided an overview of the Veteran population, long-term care services and supports currently available, the VHA's rebalancing initiative, and opportunities for collaboration between the A&D Network and the VHA
(PDF) Caption: Presentation Slide Deck
(PDF) Caption: Resource List
Associated Date: May 30, 2013

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