Article Publication Date:
9/28/2006
Summary:
HHS announced on September 15, 2006, the award of $20 million in grants to states to develop programs for people with disabilities or long term illnesses. The eight states receiving a 2006 award are California, Virginia, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island and Kansas. The award will help states and territories “rebalance” their long-term support programs to help people with chronic illness or disabilities to reside in their homes and participate fully in community life.
Topics:
Medicaid Waivers
Types/Tools:
Sources:
CMS
Programs/Initiatives:
Deficit Reduction Act (DRA)
States:
Keywords:
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New Freedom Initiative; Improving access to information regarding the full range of community-based services available; Promulgation of more self-directed service delivery systems; Implementation of comprehensive quality management system; Development of information technology to support community living; Flexible financing arrangements that promote community living options; Long-term supports coordinated with affordable and accessible housing.
Contact
Brenda Vitale
vitaleb@bc.edu
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51039