The CCC brought self-advocates who live in different forms of intentional communities from around the country to speak at the National HCBS Conference in Washington, DC. It is clear from their own words that intentional communities they call home should not be restricted or stigmatized as isolating them from the broader community.
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WHO WE ARE
The CCC is an alliance of organizations, businesses, and housing professionals that strive to meet the housing and employment demand for an array of life options for those with I/DD. Check out our 4 Principles.
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WHAT WE BELIEVE
We believe that citizens with I/DD should have choices to live, work and recreate informed by their lifestyle preferences, support needs, and natural support systems. Learn about what choices are currently threatened by policy changes.
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WHAT WE DO
The CCC unites voices for choice, informs advocates of policy changes, offers consultations and connects communities across the country. Join the CCC today to start getting newsletters and action alerts.
5 Million Citizens with intellectual / developmental disabilities:
IN NURSING FACILITIES
WANT A JOB
ARE LONELY
ARE ABUSED
CHOSE THEIR HOME
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Is Your Home or Supports at Risk?Medicaid is currently enforcing new regulations and guidance that may restrict waiver funding from being used in specific homes, workplaces, and day program settings. Find out more here
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What is a State Transition Plan?If you are receiving waiver services, or intend to use waiver services, you may be affected by the implementation of the HCBS Final Rule in your state. Find out more here.
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Why create a Person-Centered Plan?New federal regulations now require specific elements in a person-centered plan to access waiver funding. Find out more here
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Deadline Until New Regulations
Every state must create an approved State Transition Plan by March 2019 which tells the federal government how they will change to comply with the new Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) regulations. The places where people with disabilities use Medicaid HCBS waivers must also be compliant with these new regulations by March 2022. Learn more about what settings are at risk of losing Medicaid funding here.
The need for safe, appropriate housing is growing while our options seem to be shrinking. Young adults like my 24 year old son deserve a chance for a life with dignity, purpose and companionship.
KYRA
My autistic son has recently been fortunate enough to move to Safe Haven Farm, and I think it’s important to make sure this type of setting remains an option.
DAVID
I am interested in connecting with other families/individuals with loved ones on the HCBS waiting lists in Ohio in order to start a network for support and advocacy.
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