Real Choice Systems Change Grant Program - FY 2002 Real Choice Grantees and Community-Integrated Personal Assistance Services and Supports Grantees: Final Report

Article Publication Date:

2/27/2008

Summary:

This report provides an overview of 33 states’ initiatives (FY02 CPASS and Real Choice Grantees) to improve their LTC systems and the enduring improvements achieved. It includes lessons learned and recommendations that can guide states that are undertaking similar initiatives. Grantees made enduring systems improvements in five major areas—many states in more. Virtually all agreed that prior to introducing new policies and programs, it is essential to obtain stakeholder buy-in and commitment.

Article Author:

O’Keeffe, Dr.P.H., R.N., Janet; Anderson, Ph.D., Wayne; O’Keeffe, B.A., Christine; Coleman, M.A., Barbara; Greene, M.B.A., M.S., Angela; Brown, M.S., David

Topics:

Accessibility; Consumer/Participant Direction; Housing; Medicaid Waivers

Types/Tools:

Reports

Populations:

Aging/Older Adults; Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities; Physical Disabilities

Sources:

RTI - Systems Change Evaluation

Programs/Initiatives:

Peer Supports