Previous Webinars

2022

Nov 18

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations-Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Nov 17

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Nov 16

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Nov 14

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Nov 10

2022 HCBS Rate Study Stakeholder Meeting

The Division of Development Disabilities engaged Mercer to conduct a rate study refresh for Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) 1915(c) waiver services and Targeted Case Management. The Division and Mercer will provide an update on the rate study process, describe key rate study considerations, share draft rates, and collect stakeholder feedback

Presenter(s):
  • Melody Rosen, Mercer Senior Associate
  • Katie Olecik, Mercer Partner
  • Zarchary Grewe, Mercer Associate
  • Angela Brenner, Assistant Division Director-Administration
  • Jessica Bax, Division Director
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
  • Wendy Witcig, Assistant Division Director-Community Operations
  • Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Service & Targeted Case Management Providers; any other interested individuals

No webinar, presentation, or transcript available at this time.
Nov 09

Champions of Employment: Testing Our Knowledge

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.This month’s webinar will provide Support Coordinators, and others, with a fun and interactive way to check their understanding of policies, service definitions, and guidance around coordinating employment supports.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Division Employment First Specialist
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals
Nov 08

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month's lunch and learn will discuss available Personal Emergency Response and Mobile Emergency Response Systems available through Assistive Technology, and showcase some of the different systems available.

Presenter(s):
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Oct 28

Tier 2 Updates

The Monthly Tier 2 Updates provides current information and problem-solving 

opportunities.

Presenter(s):
  • Rachael Osterling, Tier 2 Area Risk Prevention Lead
Target Audience: Division team members, TCMs, Services Providers, Other interested individual
Oct 25

MO DDD & You: Health Risk Screen Tool (HRST) for Individuals and Families

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will introduce the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) to individuals and their families. Participants will learn what the HRST is, how the Division will use the HRST, and what individuals and families can expect.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, Stakeholders, and other interested individuals
Oct 21

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations-Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Oct 12

Champions of Employment: A Personal Journey

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, this month’s topic will focus on a self-advocate’s journey with employment, sharing learning experiences and tips that Support Coordinators may find useful in helping others navigate their employment journeys.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist
  • Caitlin Bartley, NCI Project Coordinator
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals
Oct 11

Universal Design Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn

This webinar will discuss the upcoming changes to the environmental accessibility adaptations (EAA) waiver definition, funding limit flexibility, and service utilization. UDAT most frequently received questions will also be discussed.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Brown, Provider Relations Environmental Accessibility Adaptations Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Sep 30

Tier 2 Updates

The Monthly Tier 2 Updates provides current information and problem-solving opportunities.

Presenter(s):
  • Rachael Osterling, Tier 2 Area Risk Prevention Lead
Target Audience: Division team members, TCMs, Service Providers
Sep 29

2022 Annual Oversight RN Webinar

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Clinical Operations Team is hosting the 2022 annual webinar for the nurses working in the community with provider agencies. This webinar will offer educational opportunities, a support system, and resources. Presentation Topics: Dignity of Risk/MoQo & You, Enable Dental/Tele-Dentistry, Oral Health, Disaster Preparedness, End of Life Planning, Assistive Technology. There will be an hour lunch break at 12:00pm.

Presenter(s):
  • Tricia Parker, RN, Community Health and Wellness Coordinator
  • Leslie DeGroat, RN, DD Clinical Coordinator
  • Caitlin Bartley, MSW, Division National Core Indicator Project Coordinator
  • Kaylee Graham, RN, Enable Dental Clinical Project Delivery Coordinator
  • Monica Korba, RN, Compassus Hospice
  • Mechelle Cooper, RN, Quality Programs RN, Springfield Regional Office
  • Ashley Mort, RN, Quality Programs RN, Joplin Regional Office
  • Holly Reiff, Division Provider Relations Specialist – Assistive Technology
  • Shannon Shores, Sales Executive Pack4U Inc.
Target Audience: Oversight RNs from provider agencies and other stakeholders

Individuals that were not able to attend the live webinar can view it in the MODD Content Self-Registration portal. After viewing the recorded webinar, a certificated of completion will be available for print.

Sep 27

MO DDD & You: Utilizing StationMD Services for Better Health

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on informing individuals, families, and caregivers on StationMD services. Learn who can use Station MD, how to access the service, and what services are provided. Examples of how individual’s health concerns are addressed will also be shared

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, Division of DD
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations, Division of DD
  • Carol Price-Guthrie, Station MD
  • Wendi Patterson, Station MD
Target Audience: families, self-advocates/individuals, caregivers, and other interested stakeholder
Sep 16

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations-Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

No webinar, presentation, or transcript available at this time.
Sep 14

Champions of Employment: What is Employment First?

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on Employment First – what it means, its importance, and how we can help practice Employment First in supporting individuals. Panelists will share their personal insight and provide thoughts on how we can ensure that we are truly helping people to achieve their personal goals.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Kim Buckman, Director of Support Coordination, County Connections
  • Candace Cunningham, self-advocate, UMKC Institute for Human Development
  • Ellen Fern, parent
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others
Sep 13

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month's lunch and learn provides part two of highlighting remote support systems available through Assistive Technology.

Presenter(s):
  • Holly Reiff PR Assistive Technology Specialist
  • Scott Mosher, Co-Owner
  • Merrell Hansen, CMO, of SmartCare
  • Kimberly Hill, Director of Operations of Rest Assured
  • Mark Soloway, SVP of Operations
  • Jared Hendricks, District Manager, of Safe In Home
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Sep 13

Missouri Division of Developmental Disability's Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Process - Support Coordination Entities Inform

This hour-long webinar will focus on how targeted case management agencies who are contracted with the Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities and Division Support Coordinators can implement the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST). This will outline their roles for supporting both residential and non-residential Waiver participants. Information will be shared on how to get started using this process. Please refer to the documents titled MO HRST Process https://dmh.mo.gov/media/pdf/hrst-process and Detecting Health Risks https://replacingrisk.com/downloadables/Detecting-Health-Risk.pdf.

Presenter(s):
  • Leslie DeGroat RN, Division's Statewide Clinical Coordinator
  • Misty Archer, Division Administrative Office Support Assistant
Target Audience: Targeted Case Management agency administrative team members; Division Support Coordination administration; stakeholders interested in this aspect of the MO DD HRST process
Sep 12

Missouri Division of Developmental Disability's Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Process - Residential Service Providers Inform

This hour-long webinar will focus on how residential provider agencies who are contracted with the Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities can implement the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) and associated processes for residential Waiver participants. Information will be shared on how to get started using this process. Please refer to the documents titled MO HRST Process https://dmh.mo.gov/media/pdf/hrst-process and Detecting Health Risks https://replacingrisk.com/downloadables/Detecting-Health-Risk.pdf.

Presenter(s):
  • Leslie DeGroat RN, Division's Statewide Clinical Coordinator
  • Misty Archer, Division's HRST Gatekeeper
Target Audience: Residential service provider agency administrative team members; stakeholders interested in this aspect of the MO DD HRST process
Sep 12

Missouri Division of Developmental Disability's Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Process - Day Habilitation Service Providers I

This hour-long webinar will focus on how day habilitation provider agencies who are contracted with the Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities can implement the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) and associated processes for residential Waiver participants. Information will be shared on how to get started using this process. Please refer to the documents titled MO HRST Process https://dmh.mo.gov/media/pdf/hrst-process and Detecting Health Risks https://replacingrisk.com/downloadables/Detecting-Health-Risk.pdf.

Presenter(s):
  • Leslie DeGroat RN, Division's Statewide Clinical Coordinator
  • Misty Archer, Division Administrative Office Support Assistant
Target Audience: Day Habilitation service provider agency administrative team members; stakeholders interested in this aspect of the MO DD HRST process
Aug 26

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Aug 24

Shared Living Rate Methodology Changes

This webinar will review the pending changes to the FY23 Shared Living rate methodology. In addition, the changes to rate methodology, budgeting and the impact it has on current practices will be discussed. This webinar will be offered on three different dates to ensure adequate opportunity for attendance.

Presenter(s):
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
Target Audience: Shared Living Providers, TCMs, Division staff, and all other interested individuals
Aug 23

MO DDD & You: Value Based Payments and Division Services

This 30-minute lunch-and-learn webinar will provide an overview of the Division's Value Based Payments, including targeted program and service areas and why it is important to self-advocates/individuals and families.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Emily Luebbering, Federal Programs Director
Target Audience: self-advocates/individuals, families/caregivers, stakeholders, and other interested individuals

Aug 23

Enhancing OT/PT evaluations for EAA Services (Home/Vehicle Modification)

This webinar will discuss what content is required in the OT/PT evaluation when requesting EAA services and provide information on how to enhance evaluations to streamline the process and achieve better outcomes of home and vehicle modifications.

Presenter(s):
  • Jason Elmore, EAA Vendor Service Coordinator
  • Cris Rodriguez, Missouri Inclusive Housing
Target Audience: EAA Occupational Therapist, EAA Physical Therapist, Service Coordinator, Providers, Division Staff
Aug 19

2022 HCBS Rate Study Stakeholder Meeting

The Division of Development Disabilities engaged Mercer to conduct a rate study refresh this summer for Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) 1915(c) waiver services and Targeted Case Management services. The Division and Mercer will provide an overview of the rate study process and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) market data to stakeholders on August 19.

Primary goals of the rate study refresh include:

• Comply with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements to formally review 1915(c) rates at least once every five years;

• Compile and analyze the most current BLS market data to inform key cost components such as wages and employee-related expenses (e.g., health insurance, other employee benefits, employee-related taxes, workers’ compensation insurance); and

• Conduct targeted analyses on other assumptions that providers request be looked at more closely.



 

Presenter(s):
  • Jessica Bax, Division Director
  • Angela Brenner, Deputy Division Director-Administration
  • Melody Rosen, Mercer Senior Associate
  • Katie Olecik, Mercer Partner
  • Zachary Grewe, Mercer Associate
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Service & TCM Providers
Aug 19

Shared Living Rate Methodology Changes

This webinar will review the pending changes to the FY23 Shared Living rate methodology. In addition, the changes to rate methodology, budgeting and the impact it has on current practices will be discussed. This webinar will be offered on three different dates to ensure adequate opportunity for attendance.

Presenter(s):
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
Target Audience: Shared Living Providers, TCMs, Division staff, and all other interested individuals
Aug 18

Statewide Provider Meeting

The Division invites all stakeholders to attend the bi-annual Statewide Provider Meeting. Attendees will receive statewide data and other essential information from Tiered Supports, Provider Relations, Quality Assurance and Inquiry Coordination. The meeting will include updates on Division Initiatives such as Assistive Technology and Employment, as well as provider recognition. These bi-annual meetings replace provider regional meetings during the first and third quarter of the fiscal year. Regional Offices will continue to provide data specific to their areas during the other two quarters.

Presenter(s):
  • Wanda Crocker Director of Provider Relations
  • Carrie Williams State Lead for Targeted Case Management Technical Assistance Coordinators
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division Staff, any stakeholder interested
Aug 10

Champions of Employment: Increasing Independence in Employment through Technology

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on how technology can be used in conjunction with employment services to facilitate greater independence in employment. Support Coordinators will learn how technology can benefit anyone, regardless of their level of independence; how technology can be used with other in-person services; and become more familiar with the codes for assistive technology.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations Specialist—Assistive Technology
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others
Aug 09

Shared Living Rate Methodology Changes

This webinar will review the pending changes to the FY23 Shared Living rate methodology. In addition, the changes to rate methodology, budgeting and the impact it has on current practices will be discussed. This webinar will be offered on three different dates to ensure adequate opportunity for attendance.

Presenter(s):
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
Target Audience: Shared Living Providers, TCMs, Division staff, and all other interested individuals
Aug 09

What to Expect from an Environmental Accessibility Adaption (EAA) Consultation

This session will provide an overview of the collaboration between DMH and Missouri Inclusive Housing and the assistance available for Support Coordinators and EAA Providers during planning, implementation, and completion of the EAA service. The consultation process, including criteria and benefits, will be reviewed and success stories will be shared.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Brown, EAA State Lead
  • Cris Rodriguez, Missouri Inclusive Housing
Target Audience: DMH Team Members, Support Coordinators, EAA Providers, all other interested individuals
Aug 08

Value Based Payment (VBP) Stakeholder Sessions

As the Division has established a priority of coordinating quality care, these sessions will provide an overview of funding strategies for supports that improve individual outcomes and reward those who facilitate quality outcomes.  This session will target individuals, families and guardians.  

 

Presenter(s):
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Division Director--Administration
  • Emily Luebbering--Director of Federal Programs
  • Duane Shumate--State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker--Director of Provider Relations
  • Lucas Evans--Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Rhi Evans--Director of Risk Prevention
  • Kim Stock--Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Heike Johns--Director of Communication and Organizational Learning
Target Audience: Service Providers
Jul 29

Tier 2 Updates

The Monthly Tier 2 Updates provides current information and problem-solving opportunities.

Presenter(s):
  • Rachael Osterling, Tier 2 Area Risk Prevention Lead
Target Audience: Division team members, TCMs, Service Providers, all other interested individuals
Jul 26

MO DDD & You: People-First of MO

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide an overview of People-First of MO, which is a self-advocacy organization for people with developmental disabilities. Participants will learn about People First's mission, core values, chapters, and events.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, MO Division of DD
  • Candace Cunningham, Individual Advocacy Team, UMKC-IHD;
  • Madeline Webster, Individual Advocacy Team, UMKC-IHD
Target Audience: Individuals/Self-Advocates, Families, and Interested Stakeholders
Jul 25

Value Based Payment (VBP) Stakeholder Sessions

As the Division has established a priority of coordinating quality care, these sessions will provide an overview of funding strategies for supports that improve individual outcomes and reward those who facilitate quality outcomes.  This session will target targeted case management providers.

Presenter(s):
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Division Director--Administration
  • Emily Luebbering--Director of Federal Programs
  • Duane Shumate--State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker--Director of Provider Relations
  • Lucas Evans--Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Rhi Evans--Director of Risk Prevention
  • Kim Stock--Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Heike Johns--Director of Communication and Organizational Learning
Target Audience: Service Providers
Jul 22

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Jul 18

Value Based Payment (VBP) Stakeholder Sessions

As the Division has established a priority of coordinating quality care, these sessions will provide an overview of funding strategies for supports that improve individual outcomes and reward those who facilitate quality outcomes.  This session will target service providers.

Presenter(s):
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Division Director--Administration
  • Emily Luebbering--Director of Federal Programs
  • Duane Shumate--State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker--Director of Provider Relations
  • Lucas Evans--Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Rhi Evans--Director of Risk Prevention
  • Kim Stock--Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Heike Johns--Director of Communication and Organizational Learning
Target Audience: Service Providers
Jul 13

Champions of Employment: Taking a Closer Look at Work Incentives for Medicaid

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic continues the discussion on benefits planning by taking a closer look at the work incentives specifically designed for Medicaid – 1619 b and Ticket to Work Health Assurance. Support Coordinators will learn how individuals can take advantage of these work incentives to become more financially self-sufficient.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Jennifer Seidel, Benefits Specialist for Eitas
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others
Jul 12

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month's lunch and learn will discuss Remote Support systems available through Assistive Technology. This is part one of a two part lunch and learn highlighting remote support systems.

Presenter(s):
  • Holly Reiff, AT State Lead
  • Vicki Spraul, Co-Owner, Director for Gray Matters Alliance
  • Aaron Milligan, Co-Owner, Chief Technology Officer for Gray Matters Alliance
  • Michael Doucette, Director of Development for Night Owl Support Systems
  • Jim Carr, Director for Hearo Technologies LLC
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Jun 28

MO DDD & You: Exploring New Resources

This 30-minute webinar will focus on exploring resources for self-advocates/individuals and families available from the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Resources include Easy Readers and Charting My LifeCourse training modules.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Kara Ready, Advocacy Specialist
Target Audience: Individuals/Self-Advocates, Family Members, and Interested Stakeholders
Jun 21

Missouri Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) and Partnership for Hope (PFH) Waiver Renewals Informal Comments

This webinar will discuss the potential changes and revisions to the MOCDD and PFH Waiver Renewals.

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Federal Programs Director
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
  • Shelly Brown, EAA State Lead
  • Holly Reiff, AT State Lead
Target Audience: All Stakeholders including individuals, families, guardians, TCM entities, providers, etc.
Jun 17

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
Target Audience: Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
Jun 14

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month's lunch and learn will discuss Medication Administration systems available through Assistive Technology.

Presenter(s):
  • Holly Reiff AT State Lead
  • Vicki Spraul Director of Gray Matters Alliance
  • Shannon Shore Sales Executive Pack 4U
  • Jim Carr Director of Hearo Technologies LLC
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Jun 08

Champions of Employment: Taking a Closer Look at SSDI

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic continues the discussion on benefits planning by taking a closer look at how income impacts SSDI benefits and the work incentives available to SSDI recipients. Support Coordinators will learn how work incentives available to SSDI recipients are used and what they may need to look for to help individuals become more financially self-sufficient.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Jennifer Seidel, Benefits Specialist for Eitas
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others
Jun 07

Missouri Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) and Partnership for Hope (PFH) Waiver Renewals Informal Comments

This webinar will discuss the potential changes and revisions to the MOCDD and PFH Waiver Renewals.

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Federal Programs Director
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
  • Shelly Brown, EAA State Lead
  • Holly Reiff, AT State Lead
Target Audience: All Stakeholders including individuals, families, guardians, TCM entities, providers, etc.
May 24

MO DDD & You: An Introduction to the Charting the Lifecourse Integrated Supports Star

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the Charting the LifeCourse Integrated Supports Star planning tool. Participants will be introduced to Charting the LifeCourse and the Integrated Supports Star, which can be used by self-advocates, families, and others to help guide their thinking about current and future support needs. The Integrated Supports Star helps promote brainstorming to identify various types of supports and can help with planning activities. Information about how the tool can be used, examples of the tool in action, and additional planning resources will be shared.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, MO Division of DD
  • Jane St. John, Sr. Research Assistant, LifeCourse Nexus, UMKC-Institute for Human Development (IHD)
Target Audience: families, self-advocates/individuals with developmental disabilities, and other interested stakeholders
May 20

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator;
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
Target Audience: TCM entities, Division staff, Individuals, Families and another interested individuals
May 11

Champions of Employment: Taking a Closer Look at SSI

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic continues the discussion on benefits planning by taking a closer look at how income impacts SSI benefits and the work incentives available to SSI recipients. Support Coordinators will learn what each work incentive does, who makes a good candidate for using that work incentive, and see an example of how that work incentive can be used.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Jennifer Seidel, Benefits Specialist for Eitas
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others
May 10

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month's lunch and learn will discuss the difference between the services of Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (EAA), Specialized Medical Equipment (SME), and Assistive Technology (AT). The discussion will include examples of services and resources to help determine which waiver service best fits the individuals' outcome.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Brown, EAA State Lead
  • Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs
  • Holly Reiff, AT State Lead
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Apr 26

Charting the LifeCourse Trajectory Tool for Planning

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the Charting the LifeCourse Trajectory tool. Participants will be introduced to Charting the LifeCourse and the Trajectory Tool, which can be used by self-advocates and families to plan for future events or set long-term goals. Information about how the tool can be used, examples of the tool in action, and additional planning resources will be shared.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, MO Division of DD
  • Jane St. John, Sr. Research Assistant, LifeCourse Nexus, UMKC-Institute for Human Development (IHD)
Target Audience: families, self-advocates/individuals with developmental disabilities, and other interested stakeholders