The National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)’s Post

The HCBS Relief Act of 2023 is vital for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). In particular, it extends much-needed support for the Medicaid Home and Community Based Services program authorized under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The bill would provide a 10-percentage-point increase in Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for home and community-based services during 2024 and 2025, enabling states and providers to strengthen the direct support workforce and ensure better access to I/DD services. Follow the link below to help advocate for and learn more about the HCBS Relief Act of 2023. https://lnkd.in/gN-_7gij

ATTENTION !!! ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ ⭐ ⬇ NJACP Members are encouraged to respond to the call for action below from ANCOR. This electronic call for action only takes two minutes and supports a bill just introduced by Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey to extend the pandemic era FMAP increases supporting IDD services and supports. Please make your support for additional IDD funding known to your lawmakers! Thank you for all time and effort to bring attention to the legislation.We are writing to urge you to take action in support of a vital piece of legislation—the HCBS Relief Act of 2023. This act has the power to protect and enhance the transformative work that providers for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). • The HCBS Relief Act: What You Need to Know The HCBS Relief Act of 2023 is vital for individuals with I/DD. In particular, it extends much-needed support for the Medicaid Home and Community Based Services program authorized under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The bill would provide a 10-percentage-point increase in Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for home and community-based services during 2024 and 2025, enabling states and providers to strengthen the direct support workforce and ensure better access to I/DD services. • Please Tell Your Members of Congress to Strengthen HCBS! You have the option to send a pre-written message, add to it or type your own message! It only takes two minutes! https://lnkd.in/e-Vgdk-A

Hot on the heels of The Academy of Medical Sciences' disturbing findings on worsening child health, it's good to see coverage of HPIG's report on Integrated Care Systems and the needs of babies, children and young people in National Health Executive today. We found some good practice in ICS strategies and plans, but more integration with education and children's services and greater clarity on leadership and accountability needed.

Caring in Action The Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach. https://lnkd.in/dAf_bnJ4

New resource alert! ⏰ What is a Staffed Family Child Care Network, and why does it matter for Child Care Resource and Referral agencies? Learn best practices, including how to dedicate staff and resources for your local providers. https://hubs.li/Q029wrJc0 #capacitybuilding #ece #earlyed

When looking at OnLAC well-being data for kids in care, I’m often asked about the lack of “improvement” over the years. Outcomes are flat, stagnant. “Why don’t we see a change?” The answer is quite simple, but the solutions are complex: In order to see a change in outcomes, we must make *meaningful* change to the system. We must be willing and able to evaluate the impact of changes made, namely the benefits and disbenefits experienced by youth and families. When necessary, we must adjust the path, even if we believed it was the right one.

Did you know about Nashua Center's Day Services for Adults program? We go beyond traditional services to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) including those with acquired traumatic brain injuries. Our program offers job opportunities, ongoing support, social connections, independence training, recreational activities, and health monitoring. This is why we find it important to share the attached https://buff.ly/3QvxplF. Nashua Center also recognizes the importance of advocacy in empowering individuals with I/DD. Utilize the advocacy tool found at the provided link to support the #HCBSReliefAct of 2023, crucial for home and community-based services. It proposes a 10% FMAP increase during fiscal years 2024 and 2025, benefiting countless individuals with I/DD. Click https://buff.ly/3QvxplF to share your voice. Together, let's make a positive impact in our community! #NashuaCenter #SupportingAbilities #CommunityAdvocacy #DidYouKnow

This powerful youth panel takes a deep dive into the lived experience of transitioning to adult care. Composed of a diverse group of youth, including Natasha Trehan, Ben Szacun, Kaileen Nelson, and Alex Carey. Connect: https://lnkd.in/gPbsJDz4 #CHILDHEALTHCAN23

Alert: If you, or someone you know, has a disability or access and functional needs, sign up for NJ Register Ready. NJ Register Ready helps people with disabilities in times of emergency. The program enables New Jersey residents with special needs and their families, friends, caregivers and associates to provide information to emergency response agencies so emergency responders can better plan to serve them in a disaster or other emergency. To learn more about this program and register online, visit: https://ow.ly/oCOs50QpIzq Need help registering? Dial 2-1-1 and a representative will assist you in the registration process. The following video from the NJ Dept. of Human Services also provides information about Register Ready: https://ow.ly/KmKO50QpIzo View the brochure for additional information. https://ow.ly/4Fkt50QpIzn

This new brief from the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center identifies three key policies states can implement to improve its child care “system.” Sadly Ohio continues to underinvest in child care, has not adopted even one of these policies unlike most other states, and as a result is failing Ohio’s youngest children, the families that care for them, and the businesses who need their parents in the workforce. https://lnkd.in/gPghGE3f