Starting the Conversation
How do you best start a conversation? The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) started a conversation several weeks ago about an opportunity Indiana could take through the...
View ArticleImportant Waiver, OBA, Algo Level Update!
“Supporting Resourcefulness of Individuals, Families and Communities” and “Using What You Need” are two key principles of The Arc’s Blueprint for Change. I am happy to share news on several recent...
View ArticleMedicaid and the Notion of Equality
I recently took on a bit of social research. Probably a bit annoying to my friends, I asked them how much money a family of four can earn and be eligible for Medicaid. The answers were...
View ArticleThe Impact of Medicaid Block Grants
One solution to the federal budget crisis being offered up is block granting Medicaid – the shared state and federal program that supports not only health care, but also home and community based...
View Article2012 Elections – Whose Vision will Make a Difference in Your Life?
Everywhere you turn you hear about the upcoming election. Last night I talked to two families – both in crisis – both love their children and both are desperate for help. That’s why the election is so...
View ArticleCelebrating Jobs and New Growth
Last week over 200 people came together in Columbia City to celebrate. It was great to be there and see the excitement of people making a difference. Passages, our local chapter of The Arc in Whitley...
View ArticleRespecting Others – It’s as Simple as That
Last week a purposely controversial political pundit once again generated publicity for herself through her use of the word “retard” to describe the president on Twitter. One thoughtful response came...
View ArticleMedicaid Expansion and Managed Care – Key Issues to Address as Debate Moves...
An important issue being considered by the General Assembly is how Indiana will respond to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), including whether or not Indiana will expand Medicaid. Tied to this debate is...
View ArticleWhen families seek providers, what will they find?
A few days ago I read this wonderful blog, Our College Tour, from a mom looking for adult services for her son that will start him on his journey to independence. It made me think of all the stories...
View ArticleGroup Home Conversion Update
The Arc of Indiana is participating with a new task force that is studying the process for Medicaid funded group homes to convert to residential programs funded through a Medicaid Waiver. The task...
View ArticleFirst Impressions
Nearly 1,600 people with developmental disabilities began receiving services through Indiana’s Medicaid Waiver program in Fiscal Year 2013. In the current fiscal year it is projected that over 2,000...
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