1. Preparing for transition housing

2. OUR GOAL
To meet the needs of individuals with disabilities in ways that are person centered and community based
Supporting individuals as they strive toward living in the home of their choice, working or otherwise contributing to the community, and having meaningful relationships
Helping individuals and families through the process of transition

3. objectives What is changing in housing?
Why are these changes taking place?
When will the changes happen?
Where do you begin?

4. THE TRANSITION Campus-based developmental centers are closing.
Individuals with disabilities will have an opportunity to move from Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) and nursing homes into private homes, apartments, or community residential settings.
Some ICFs may convert to Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs) so individuals can experience greater community integration.

5. WHY THE CHANGE? Americans with Disabilities Act Olmstead Decision
Health System Transformation for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Agreement

6. NEW HOUSING OPPORTUNTIES
Ensuring full access to the benefits of community living
Meeting the needs of individuals with disabilities in a more person-centered way
Promoting better outcomes for individuals with disabilities

7. THE TIME FRAME
BY 2018, the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities will . . .
. . .rely less heavily on ICFs.
. . .close all but two developmental centers.

8. Housing options Living independently For More Information Family care
OPWDD
Living independently
Family care
IRAs
Home ownership
Supportive housing
Market rate or subsidized apartments
Public housing
Shared living arrangements
Customized residential options
For More Information
Call
Go to _services_supports/residential_opp ortunities

9. enrollment For More Information Call 1-866-946-9733
OPWDD
Individuals must be enrolled in both Medicaid and the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver to be eligible for most OPWDD programs.
HCBS is OPWDD’s largest Medicaid program. It offers many services that allow individuals with disabilities to live and fully participate in communities.
Residential services
Community and day habilitation
Medicaid Service Coordination
Respite
To get started with OPWDD, sign up to attend a Front Door information session.
For More Information
Call
Download Front Door Welcome: Access to Services from welcome-front-door/resource- booklet
Register for a Front Door information session at front-door/information_sessions

10. Medicaid service coordination
OPWDD
Care Coordinators, formerly known as Medicaid Service Coordinators (MSCs), help eligible individuals who are enrolled in Medicaid-funded OPWDD services with many activities.
Developing, implementing, and maintaining the Life Plan, formerly the Individualized Service Plan (ISP)
Engaging the individual’s Circle of Support & Interdisciplinary Team
For More Information
Download the name and contact information of the person at your regional OPWDD office who can best answer your questions about Medicaid Service Coordination at
Finding and maintaining housing

11. A place of one’s own Community habilitation For More Information
OPWDD
Community habilitation
Assistance with activities of daily living
Training and support in transportation
Development of social skills
Individual Supports and Services (ISS)
Provides funding for housing costs, food, transportation, and clothing
Includes opportunities for individuals to self- direct
For More Information
For community habilitation, go to ervices_supports/supports_for_inde pendent_and_family_living/day_ser vices
For ISS, go to ervices_supports/supports_for_inde pendent_and_family_living/individu al_supports_and_services

12. Self-direction For More Information
OPWDD
Designed for individuals eligible for OPWDD services and enrolled in HCBS who:
want more flexibility with services and scheduling;
are ready to make decisions, on their own or with help; and
welcome more responsibility in choosing services and in hiring and supervising staff.
Support might come from a paid neighbor or live-in caregiver.
For More Information
Talk with your Care Coordinator (formerly MSC)
Watch Choosing Self-Direction at direction
Download OPWDD’s brochure on self-directed services from

13. Family Support Services
OPWDD
Information and referral
Family and individual counseling
Family-member training
Service coordination
After-school programs
Recreation
Camps
Transportation
Sibling services
Support groups
For More Information
Go to ov/opwdd_services_sup ports/supports_for_inde pendent_and_family_livi ng/family_support_servi ces

14. Family Care program For More Information
OPWDD
Community-based residential housing in certified private homes
Caring and stable home environment
Support, guidance, and companionship of a family
For More Information
Go to

15. Individualized residential alternative
OPWDD
Room, board, and choices for individualized services
Supportive IRA: for up to three individuals who do not require 24-hour support and supervision
Supervised IRA: for up to 14 individuals who need 24-hour support and supervision
For More Information
Go to .gov/opwdd_services_supports/residential_opportunities/individualized_residential_alternative

16. Self-determination
Housing goals are based on what the individual wants and needs.
Encourage the individual to think about housing preferences.
Help the individual share his or her thoughts with the people who can help.
For More Information
Watch Larry’s Story, Person Centered Planning at

17. Explore local options Compile a list of housing providers.
Visit residences or take virtual tours.
Map distances to important places.
Grocery stores
Medical offices
Public transportation
For More Information
Both OPWDD and CP of NYS offer interactive directories of services available in your area.
Go to OPWDD’s directory at
.ny.gov/
Go to CP of NYS’ directory at
Banks
Churches
Friends’ and families’ homes
Recreational areas (gyms, parks, etc.)

18. Other ways to prepare Expect disruption. Manage concerns
Recognize that change can be hard for individuals and their families.
Seek the support of others who have gone (or are going) through similar transitions.
Accept risk.
Manage concerns
Break the process down into small steps.
Communicate often about what is going to happen.
Practice advocacy.
Know the individual’s rights and responsibilities.
Understand the individual’s needs and wishes for the future.
Work with the Care Coordinator (formerly MSC), Circle of Support, and Interdisciplinary Team.