All States/Territories

How is California keeping track of its MIG program? In the attached annual and quarterly reports California outlines its accomplishments and upcoming projects for 2009. HTML links to samples are also included in the reports. These documents could serve as a guide to other MIG grantees, or to states looking to start a MIG program of their own.

Why is understanding benefits and work incentives important? In the attached presentation, Washington outlines its benefit and work incentive Tier II training. Highlighting the significance of what their MIG program has to offer, and how this can improve employment and economic outcomes, this presentation could serve as a guide to those interested in Washington’s MIG program, as well as an example to other states.

Share advocacy opportunities and updated information on issues that impact Indiana families of children with disabilities or special needs. Family Voices of Indiana advocates for disability services that are family-centered, community-based, comprehensive, coordinated and culturally competent for all children and youth with disabilities. Consider the idea of using social marketing for your F2F center or join this group to share information, collaborate and advocate through their Yahoo site.

Twelve voices define self determination and the challenges it faces with current attitudes and policies toward individuals with disabilities who want to take charge of their own lives. View five segments of the 16 minute video, view the complete video, or contact the Council for your own DVD copy.

The Center for Health Care Strategies works with states, health plans and federal policymakers to spearhead innovative approaches for integrating Medicare and Medicaid services. They have developed an online toolkit which includes policy-related materials, program design, financing, performance measurement and consumer engagement using hands-on tools to help guide state efforts, and sample documents from states that have successfully implemented integrated approaches. A TA brief is attached.

Are you dealing with the complicated challenges of financially developing a business? Could you use help with managing your 501(c)(3)? This guide provides technical assistance for the fundamental business principles and practices involved in running a non-profit business. It was developed with the idea that the reader has already taken the first steps of legally incorporating the business.

What are the policy changes related to the continuum of care for older people—specifically long term services and supports (LTSS) and chronic care coordination? This analysis examines major provisions in these areas which are organized into five categories: 1) national insurance for long term services and supports; 2) Medicaid options and incentives to expand LTSS; 3) other LTSS provisions; 4) chronic care coordination; and 5) nursing home reforms.

What role can community colleges play in supporting initiatives to improve the quality of in-home care? The Caregiving Training Institute was created to support a wide range of training programs at Community Colleges. This brief provides an overview of the trend toward in-home services, highlights the importance of well-trained caregivers, and discusses the unique role community colleges can play in this arena.

Guidance on the implementation of Section 2001 of the Affordable Care Act: Medicaid Coverage for the Lowest Income Populations is provided. This legislation establishes a new eligibility group and the option for states to begin providing medical assistance to eligible individuals as of April 1, 2010. To implement the 1902(k)(2) option to cover this group, states must submit an amendment to their State Medicaid plans.

How successful is Washington State's MIG program? A study found that Healthcare for Workers with Disabilities (HWD) program participants were more likely to be employed, had higher earnings and more stable Medicaid coverage, and relied less on the Basic Food program in the year following enrollment than very similar people covered by conventional Medicaid. For more details, read the attached MBI Evaluation Report, which could also be helpful to other states with MIG grants.