AASD and DSD eList announcement

Date: May 3, 2022
To: Lead agency staff, case managers, care coordinators and other interested parties
From: DHS Aging and Adult Services and Disability Services divisions
Purpose: To provide best practices, guidance and resources for case managers and care coordinators to help people develop and document backup plans for staffing emergencies
Contact: For questions about disability services, use the DSD Contact Form. For questions about aging services, email dhs.aasd.hcbs@state.mn.us.

New resource about emergency backup planning

DHS created a new resource page in the Community-Based Services Manual (CBSM) that includes best-practice guidance and resources for case managers and care coordinators to support people in developing plans for staffing emergencies.

The direct care workforce shortage in Minnesota is impacting people with disabilities and older adults as they struggle to find care in their own homes and communities. It is critical for people to have individualized backup plans in place to maintain support in the event of an unexpected staffing emergency. Backup planning before an emergency occurs will help each person make an informed choice based on their individualized goals and preferences.

To review the new resource, visit CBSM – Resource: Guide for emergency backup planning.

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