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 1115 "People First" Waiver Resources
You may have heard that the New York State Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is in the process of seeking significant programmatic and fiscal changes to the services and supports for people with developmental disabilities through the 1115 "People First" Waiver.

Over the next few years, the 1115 Waiver is expected to begin to change many of the services that The Arc of Livingston-Wyoming offers. It is important for you to know that we will continue to advocate for the best supports possible.  As your service provider, we pledge to constantly monitor the 1115 People First Waiver changes, initiate needed operational changes, and share important information with you.

This page contains up-to-date links and information about the 1115 Waiver.

Resource Links:
NYSARC's 1115 Waiver Blog – Updated information from our parent organization.
OPWDD's People First Waiver Web site – Updated information from the OPWDD.

OPWDD Videos:
Video 1 - What is the People First Waiver?
Video 2 - Will I Lose Services?
Video 3 - What Does Managed Care Mean?
Video 4 - Transitioning to the New Waiver.
Video 5 - What is a DISCO?
Video 6 - Getting Services
Video 7 - Care Coordination Under the New Waiver
Video 8 - Public Participation in the Waiver
Video 9 - Why the Waiver is Necessary
Commissioner Courtney Burke Introduces the People First Waiver: Part One | Part Two

Other Helpful Links:
Glossary of Terms Frequently Used when Discussing the 1115 Waiver
OPWDD's Information for Families Brochure
OPWDD's Statewide Comprehensive Plan 2011-2015

 
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