Overview

This page is an archive of announcements the DHS Disability Services Division has sent to the lead agency eList during the past two years.

Terminology

The terminology used to describe people with developmental disabilities has changed over time. While DHS supports the use of “people-first” language within its documents, you might still find outdated terms within historical and official documents such as statutes, reports and third-party material.

February 2026

2/17/26: New DHS professional insight panel
2/17/26: Recent CBSM updates
2/17/26: CFSS implementation updates
2/10/26: Free MTI quarterly training about peer-to-peer mentorship
2/10/26: Reminder: Webinar announcement: 2026 Culture of Safety Three-Day Advanced Practical Trainings
2/10/26: 2026 DWRS rate remediation
2/10/26: DWRS and PCA/CFSS cost reporting update
2/10/26: Reminder: MnCHOICES data sharing survey
2/3/26: Reminder: Webinar about assistive technology and the aging population
2/3/26: Connecting families project grant opportunity
2/3/26: Recent CBSM updates
2/3/26: Ongoing efforts to improve MnCHOICES security
2/3/26: MnCHOICES data sharing survey

January 2026

1/29/26: Webinar announcement: Supporting disability providers through community stress and secondary trauma
1/28/26: Adult day care center temporary licensing moratorium
1/27/26: Updated: Register for Project ECHO series
1/27/26: EIDBI provisional licensing application now available
1/27/26: Disability waiver service agreement review
1/23/26: Updated: Disability waiver amendment approval and implementation timelines
1/20/26: Webinar about assistive technology and the aging population
1/20/26: Register for positive behavior supports intensive training series
1/20/26: New resources to help people receiving support increase communication skills
1/20/26: CFSS implementation updates
1/20/26: Reminder: Minnesota direct care staffing shortage impact annual survey
1/13/26: Webinar announcement: 2026 Culture of Safety Three-Day Advanced Practical Trainings
1/13/26: Interagency employment supports alignment study phase 1 report
1/13/26: RMS Worksheet – Day and Employment Services, DHS-6790M updates
1/6/26: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
1/6/26: CFSS information sessions
1/6/26: Expanded eligibility for Minnesota ABLE accounts
1/6/26: Direction on DWRS framework rates and service changes for 2026
1/6/26: 2026 innovation grants RFP is open

December 2025

12/30/25: Reminder: Operating payment rate increases for ICF/DD providers
12/30/25: MnCHOICES benchmarks annual report posted
12/23/25: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
12/23/25: EIDBI provisional license application checklist now available
12/23/25: CADI Waiver renewal approved by CMS
12/23/25: Disability waiver changes to take effect in February 2026
12/23/25: New resources about direct care professional compensation
12/23/25: Minnesota direct care staffing shortage impact annual survey
12/16/25: Reminder: Updates to EIDBI service coordination with homeschooled students, including online school
12/16/25: Operating payment rate increase for ICF/DD providers
12/16/25: DWRS cost reporting survey deadline
12/16/25: Successful completion of the HCBS settings rules CAP for 1915c waivers and AC program
12/16/25: CFSS implementation updates
12/16/25: New MnCAT modules on conversational interviewing
12/16/25: Some online forms will be offline during software upgrade Dec. 17, 2025
12/11/25: All clear to enter and change service agreements in MMIS
12/10/25: Updated: Some online forms will be offline during software upgrade Dec. 17, 2025
12/9/25: Recent CBSM updates
12/9/25: New program integrity website
12/9/25: Resources for COLA and enhanced budget increases to CDCS and CFSS budgets
12/9/25: Some online forms will be offline during software upgrade Dec. 11, 2025
12/4/25: Reminder: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 5-10, 2025
12/2/25: DWRS cost reporting feedback
12/2/25: Care professional resources
12/2/25: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 5-10, 2025

November 2025

11/25/25: EIDBI comprehensive licensing online feedback sessions
11/25/25: Recent CBSM updates
11/25/25: CFSS implementation updates
11/18/25: Updates to EIDBI service coordination with homeschooled students, including online school
11/18/25: Updates to EIDBI provider enrollment and qualification review
11/11/25: What federal autism announcements mean for policy, coverage and supports in Minnesota
11/10/25: DHS program integrity and fraud response
11/4/25: Reminder: Free MTI quarterly training about transportation
11/4/25: Change to MnCHOICES remote reassessment policy for disability waivers
11/4/25: CFSS implementation updates
11/4/25: MnCHOICES Assessment Summary Worksheet, DHS-6791A upcoming changes

October 2025

10/28/25: HIV care and prevention webinar
10/28/25: Jan. 1, 2026, DWRS component values updates
10/28/25: 2025 HCBS employee-owned cooperative grants pilot program summary
10/28/25: 2025-2026 NCI initiative
10/23/25: DHS requests public comments on amendments to the disability waiver plans
10/21/25: WMS upgrade
10/21/25: Final year of Minnesota Age & Disabilities Odyssey
10/14/25: CFSS information sessions
10/14/25: New resource about evidence-based practices
10/14/25: Reminder: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI Learning Collective
10/14/25: Reminder: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI advisory group
10/14/25: Recent CBSM updates
10/14/25: Rate and budget changes on Jan. 1, 2026
10/9/25: DHS requests public comments on BI Waiver application
10/7/25: Free MTI quarterly training about transportation
10/7/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Family AFC and Life Sharing Support Tiers Overview and Q&A
10/7/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Three-Day Advanced Practical Training

September 2025

9/30/25: Reminder: Register for Odyssey webinar “2025 Legislative Updates”
9/30/25: CFSS implementation updates
9/23/25: Register for Odyssey webinar “2025 Legislative Updates”
9/23/25: Reminder: Webinar about remote support
9/16/25: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Three-Day Advanced Practical Training
9/16/25: Webinar announcement: Waiver Crisis Respite Updates
9/16/25: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI Learning Collaborative
9/16/25: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI advisory group
9/16/25: Recent CBSM updates
9/16/25: Workplace Rights Week
9/16/25: CFSS implementation updates
9/9/25: Webinar about remote support
9/9/25: CFSS information sessions
9/9/25: Reminder: Training announcement: EIDBI Clinical Supervision Trainings
9/9/25: EVV compliance requirements
9/9/25: RFP for grantees to support people with disabilities moving out of congregate settings to their own homes
9/2/25: DirectCourse employment services training
9/2/25: Webinar announcement: Family AFC and Life Sharing Support Tiers Overview and Q&A
9/2/25: Reminder: Register for Odyssey webinar “Exploring the Impact of Aging with HIV: Resources, Insights and Lifespan Considerations

August 2025

8/26/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
8/26/25: CFSS implementation updates
8/26/25: MnCHOICES assessment process legislative updates
8/26/25: MnCHOICES Notice of Action implementation
8/19/25: Recent CBSM updates
8/19/25: Reminder: Grants to support new Americans in the LTC workforce
8/19/25: Reminder: Opportunity to become a consultation services provider
8/12/25: Register for Odyssey webinar “Exploring the Impact of Aging with HIV: Resources, Insight and Lifespan Considerations”
8/12/25: Training announcement: Understanding Change of Ownership: What EIDBI Providers Need to Know
8/12/25: Reminder: Training announcement: EIDBI Clinical Supervision Trainings
8/12/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Unit-based Service Providers
8/12/25: Reminder: Free MTI quarterly training about provider transformation
8/12/25: Correction: New EIDBI clinical supervision requirements
8/12/25: EIDBI licensing news and updates
8/12/25: Medicaid Matters communications toolkit
8/12/25: HCBS labor market survey instructions
8/12/25: CFSS implementation updates
8/12/25: Reminder: Direct support professionals survey
8/5/25: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
8/5/25: Employment First dashboards updated
8/5/25: MnCHOICES Notice of Action upcoming implementation

July 2025

7/29/25: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Unit-based Service Providers
7/29/25: Free MTI quarterly training about provider transformation
7/29/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Virtual Roundtable with Licensing and Disability Services: Supporting Staff and Meeting 245D Training Requirements
7/29/25: New EIDBI clinical supervision requirements
7/29/25: Reminder: EIDBI legislative updates
7/29/25: Grants to support new Americans in the LTC workforce
7/29/25: Opportunity to become a consultation services provider
7/29/25: MMIS updates to help counties/tribal nations
7/25/25: Instructions to avoid gaps in service for people receiving PCA/CSG services
7/22/25: Training announcement: EIDBI Clinical Supervision Trainings
7/22/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: PCA and CFSS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A
7/22/25: CFSS information session
7/22/25: CFSS implementation updates
7/15/25: Webinar announcement: Virtual Roundtable with Licensing and Disability Services: Supporting Staff and Meeting 245D Training Requirements
7/15/25: DWRS compensation thresholds tracking delay
7/15/25: EIDBI background study requirement updates
7/15/25: Reminder: Free MTI technical assistance
7/15/25: Recent CBSM updates
7/8/25: Reminder: Webinar series about serving children with complex needs in foster care
7/8/25: Reminder: Disability Hub MN grant opportunity
7/1/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: MnCHOICES Initial Assessment Review – Overview and Q&A
7/1/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Residential Service Providers
7/1/25: EIDBI legislative updates
7/1/25: Direct support professionals survey
7/1/25: New MHM supplemental services available July 1, 2025

June 2025

6/24/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: PCA and CFSS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A
6/24/25: Free MTI technical assistance
6/24/25: Reminder: RSSC implementation resources effective July 1, 2025
6/24/25: Additional resources for MnCHOICES initial assessments validity extension
6/17/25: Webinar announcement: MnCHOICES Initial Assessment Review – Overview and Q&A
6/17/25: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Residential Service Providers
6/17/25: Reminder: ICF/DD LSNPs due June 30, 2025
6/17/25: CFSS implementation updates
6/17/25: Remote CFSS annual assessments approved by CMS
6/10/25: Disability Hub MN grant opportunity
6/10/25: MHM Program Manual updates
6/10/25: Recent CBSM updates
6/3/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Customized Living Providers
6/3/25: Reminder: Subminimum wage data report available

May 2025

5/27/25: Webinar series about serving children with complex needs in foster care
5/27/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: PCA and CFSS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A
5/27/25: RSSC implementation resources
5/27/25: CFSS implementation updates
5/27/25: More information about MnCHOICES initial assessments validity extension
5/20/25: Odyssey webinar recording for “The Art of Access”
5/20/25: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Customized Living Providers
5/20/25: Benefits and work conversations video
5/20/25: ICF/DD LSNPs due June 30, 2025
5/20/25: Additional guidance on 2025 rate adjustments for transitional services in MMIS
5/13/25: Webinar announcement: PCA and CFSS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A
5/13/25: Reminder: Training announcement: ICS Authorization and Implementation
5/13/25: Recent CBSM updates
5/6/25: MMIS exception code 635 for transitional services update

April 2025

4/29/25: Webinar about the sensory equipment category of assistive technology
4/22/25: Training announcement: ICS Authorization and Implementation
4/22/25: Free MTI quarterly training
4/22/25: Supporting new Americans in the LTC workforce grant program listening session
4/22/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety three-day advanced online training
4/22/25: CFSS implementation updates
4/16/25: DHS requests public comments on CADI Waiver application
4/15/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: 245D virtual roundtable with Licensing and Disability Services: Supporting people to have meaningful outcomes
4/15/25: Recent CBSM updates
4/15/25: Instructions for MMIS errors
4/8/25: CFSS implementation updates
4/1/25: Grant opportunity to reduce hospital discharge delays for medically complex pediatric patients
4/1/25: Waiver-funded assistance for community emergencies or disasters
4/1/25: MnCHOICES initial assessments validity extension

March 2025

3/25/25: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety three-day advanced online training
3/25/25: Webinar announcement: 245D virtual roundtable with Licensing and Disability Services: Supporting people to have meaningful outcomes
3/25/25: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
3/25/25: Reminder: Register for Odyssey webinar “The Art of Access”
3/25/25: Autism Symposium and Resource Fair returns April 9
3/25/25: Updated: Employment services authorization guidance
3/25/25: Applications open for Waiver Reimagine Advisory Committee
3/25/25: Recent CBSM updates
3/25/25: Feedback about provider reimbursement for worker overtime
3/25/25: Lead agency instructions to avoid gaps in services
3/18/25: WMS status update
3/18/25: Employment services authorization guidance
3/18/25: CFSS implementation updates
3/18/25: Reminder: Extension to complete provider costs and wages survey
3/11/25: Save the date for the Great Minnesota Regional Positive Support Get-Together
3/11/25: Register for Odyssey webinar “The Art of Access”
3/11/25: Publication of CL setting list
3/11/25: ICS survey
3/11/25: Culture of Safety, Systemic Critical Incident Review: Annual public report posted
3/11/25: Survey about reimbursement for overtime
3/4/25: Training on Minnesota Rules, chapter 9544
3/4/25: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
3/4/25: Residential support services criteria implementation
3/4/25: MMIS exception code 635 for transitional services
3/4/25: 2021 HCBS Workforce Development Grant report
3/4/25: CFSS implementation updates
3/4/25: Extension to complete provider costs and wages survey

February 2025

2/25/25: Reminder: License transition support opportunity
2/25/25: LBAs can enroll as QSPs for EIDBI services
2/18/25: 2025 Odyssey webinar series
2/18/25: Recent CBSM updates
2/18/25: CFSS implementation updates
2/11/25: Reminder: Webinar about technology for elopement and wandering
2/11/25: Subminimum wage data report available
2/11/25: License transition support opportunity
2/11/25: Reminder: Apply for the EPRC
2/11/25: Provider costs and wages survey now open
2/4/25: CFSS implementation updates

January 2025

1/28/25: Webinar about technology for elopement and wandering
1/28/25: Webinar announcement: Comprehensive Training on the Assisted Living License and CL Services
1/28/25: Recent CBSM updates
1/21/25: DHS to continue DWRS cost reporting and begin CFSS cost reporting
1/21/25: MnCHOICES user access recertification
1/21/25: CFSS implementation updates
1/21/25: Upcoming survey about provider costs and wages for rate methodology evaluation
1/21/25: CDCS policy updates
1/14/25: DWRS compensation threshold policy clarifications
1/14/25: Apply for the EPRC
1/14/25: Disability waiver amendments approved by CMS
1/14/25: Rate increases and changes to select MHM services
1/7/25: Webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
1/7/25: MnCHOICES benchmarks annual report published
1/7/25: CFSS implementation updates
1/7/25: LTSS Improvement Tools discontinued

December 2024

12/31/24: All clear to enter and change service agreements in MMIS
12/31/24: Register for positive behavior support intensive training series
12/30/24: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements
12/24/24: Recent CBSM updates
12/23/24: All clear to enter and change MMIS service agreements
12/17/24: Reminder: Two-day virtual training announcement: Assess, Conceptualize and Diagnose Mental Health Disorders in Young Children Using the DC: 0-5
12/17/24: ABLE Act helps people with disabilities save money
12/17/24: Waiver Reimagine timeline update
12/17/24: CFSS implementation updates
12/10/24: CFSS resources for assessors and case managers to share with people who receive services and families
12/10/24: Incentive bonuses available through the PCA College Service Corps program
12/10/24: CDCS unbundling project implementation updates
12/10/24: Transition to permanent remote reviews by the lead agency review team
12/10/24: Reminder: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 12-20, 2024
12/3/24: New resource guide for working with interpreters now available
12/3/24: CFSS implementation updates
12/3/24: Reminder: DHS requests feedback on EVV simplification for live-in caregivers
12/3/24: Do not add or make changes to MMIS service agreements Dec. 12-20, 2024

November 2024

11/26/24: DirectCourse: Free and low-cost online classes
11/26/24: Two-day virtual training announcement: Assess, Conceptualize and Diagnose Mental Health Disorders in Young Children Using the DC: 0-5
11/26/24: Extension of three-month PCA/CSG service agreements
11/19/24: Recent CBSM updates
11/19/24: CFSS implementation updates
11/12/24: CFSS implementation updates
11/12/24: Rate and budget changes on Jan. 1, 2025
11/12/24: DHS requests feedback on EVV simplification for live-in caregivers
11/12/24: Grant opportunity for 501c3 and other non-profit social service organizations to support rural and underserved communities
11/5/24: Reminder: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
11/5/24: Reminder: Free MTI quarterly training
11/5/24: Emergency relief grants available for EIDBI providers that serve rural communities
11/5/24: CDCS unbundling project and policy changes

October 2024

10/29/24: Reminder: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
10/29/24: Reminder: Webinar on how to talk about technology during the MnCHOICES assessment
10/29/24: WMS status update
10/29/24: CFSS implementation updates
10/29/24: How to use MnCHOICES for people enrolled in managed care and on a disability waiver
10/29/24: DHS to begin CFSS cost reporting
10/29/24: EVV requirements for Safe at Home program
10/29/24: Complex transitions referral form to open to all lead agencies
10/29/24: Reminder: DHS requests public comments on acute care transitions
10/22/24: CFSS implementation updates
10/22/24: COVID-19 wind-down policy clarifications
10/15/24: DHS requests public comments on acute care transitions
10/15/24: New requirements after the end of temporary SMRT MnCHOICES policy
10/15/24: Recent CBSM updates
10/15/24: CFSS implementation updates
10/15/24: CLQI grant RFP
10/15/24: PolicyQuest search function ends for adult protection, aging and disability services
10/8/24: Webinar on how to talk about technology during the MnCHOICES assessment
10/8/24: Register to attend Minnesota’s Self-Direction Connection Conference
10/8/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety online training
10/8/24: Updated instructions for CDCS budget changes in the MnCHOICES revision
10/8/24: Instructions for EIDBI providers applying for behavior analyst licensure
10/8/24: WMS status update
10/1/24: Reminder: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
10/1/24: Free MTI quarterly training
10/1/24: Engagement sessions about serving children with complex needs
10/1/24: New resources for compensation thresholds tracking
10/1/24: Reminder: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI advisory group
10/1/24: MMIS updates for CFSS implementation
10/1/24: CFSS implementation begins Oct. 1, 2024

September 2024

9/24/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety online training
9/24/24: Webinar announcement: EVV Lunch and Learn
9/24/24: DHS seeks new members for the EIDBI advisory group
9/24/24: CFSS resource for workers now available
9/24/24: What to expect when MnCHOICES legacy applications retire on Oct. 1, 2024
9/17/24: Watch The Principles of Disability Justice webinar recording
9/17/24: Self-paced online course: CFSS MMIS Updates Training
9/17/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
9/17/24: Recent CBSM updates
9/17/24: Workplace rights and minimum wage requirements
9/17/24: DHS publishes CFSS individual service delivery plan template
9/10/24: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans webinar series update
9/10/24: DHS begins EVV compliance enforcement
9/3/24: Register for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
9/3/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day online training
9/3/24: MnCHOICES legacy systems retirement

August 2024

8/27/24: Final version of the CFSS Policy Manual now available
8/26/24: DHS requests public comments on amendments to the disability waiver plans
8/20/24: DHS to begin compensation threshold tracking
8/20/24: Policy change for DD Waiver maltreatment materials
8/20/24: Recent CBSM updates
8/13/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day online training
8/13/24: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
8/13/24: Webinar about foster care policy requirements when placing children with complex needs
8/13/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: 245D licensing and disability services virtual roundtable series
8/13/24: Disability waiver case manager informed choice training requirement
8/13/24: Feedback about barriers to transition from emergency rooms and hospitals
8/13/24: RFP to analyze funding models for direct support workers
8/13/24: HCBS labor market survey instructions
8/6/24: EVV provider training session
8/6/24: Reminder: Register for the Odyssey webinar “The Principles of Disability Justice”
8/6/24: Long-term services and supports workforce incentive payments for DSPs

July 2024

7/30/24: CFSS online trainings available
7/30/24: Reminder: Save the date for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
7/30/24: EVV provider onboarding session
7/30/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A – Residential and Unit-based Service Providers
7/30/24: EIDBI legislative updates
7/30/24: Spouses and parents of minors can be paid to provide PCA services
7/30/24: EVV compliance reminder
7/30/24: EVV survey
7/30/24: Assisted living verification code requirement ends Aug. 1
7/30/24: Policy change to allow access to MHM TC with AMH-TCM, CMH-TCM, BHH and ACT
7/30/24: Legislative changes to PTO for CDCS and CSG workers
7/23/24: Registration for Odyssey webinar now open
7/23/24: Free MTI quarterly training
7/23/24: Free MTI technical assistance
7/23/24: Brochures and videos about how to get help with MnCHOICES assessments
7/16/24: HCBS Workforce Development Grant update
7/16/24: Recent CBSM updates
7/16/24: Reminder: Opportunities to give feedback on crisis, positive support, respite and specialist services
7/9/24: Webinar announcement: CDCS unbundling project
7/9/24: Survey about telehealth use with positive behavior support practices and services
7/2/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A – Day Program Providers
7/2/24: EVV compliance update
7/2/24: RFP to analyze funding models for direct support worker retirement benefits

June 2024

6/25/24: Save the date for the annual Minnesota Gathering in November 2024
6/25/24: Webinar about assistive technology for employment support
6/25/24: CL survey request for BI and CADI waivers
6/25/24: Spanish and Russian translations of the PCA/CFSS worker training and test
6/25/24: Opportunities to give feedback on crisis, positive support, respite and specialist services
6/25/24: Housing Stabilization Services survey
6/25/24: Save information from in-progress online forms before July 12
6/25/24: Federal mileage rate increase
6/21/24: Emergency and disaster assistance for people receiving waiver services
6/18/24: Update to webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
6/18/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
6/18/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training update
6/18/24: Recent CBSM updates
6/18/24: Olmstead disability inclusion and choice survey
6/11/24: Update to webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
6/11/24: Webinar announcement: Caring for Children with Complex Needs: Intervention Services, Case Management Alignment and Policy Requirements
6/11/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demo and Q&A – Day Program Providers
6/11/24: Employment First Capacity-Building Grant Program
6/11/24: MnCHOICES revision project update about assessment results and CDCS budgets
6/11/24: Policy change to allow waivers/AC to stay open for 30 days during incarceration
6/7/24: Phase 4 of the MnCHOICES revision launch will begin on July 1, 2024
6/4/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training

May 2024

5/28/24: DWRS cost report audit and data validation
5/28/24: Recent CBSM updates
5/28/24: Survey about service suspension and termination form development
5/21/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training
5/21/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Family Providers
5/21/24: Reminder: Register for the Odyssey webinar “From Either/Or to Both/And: When Disability and Aging Intersect”
5/21/24: Positive support training about a systems approach to trauma-informed practices
5/21/24: Reminder: Waiver Reimagine survey: DHS seeks input on disability waiver reform
5/21/24: DHS will no longer allow lead agencies to bypass MMIS exception code 951
5/21/24: DHS plans to review, update and archive PartnerLink MnCHOICES webpages
5/21/24: EVV contact information update
5/16/24: DHS requests public comments on CFSS Policy Manual
5/14/24: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
5/14/24: Reminder: Focus groups and survey about community experiences with EIDBI
5/14/24: Changes to the Direct Support Connect website
5/8/24: DHS announces CFSS implementation timeline
5/7/24: Free MTI quarterly training on statewide employment initiatives
5/7/24: Correction to webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Family Providers
5/7/24: Policy change to remove MHM Y indicator eligibility requirement in the LTC screening document
5/7/24: Grants available to HCBS providers that support rural and underserved communities

April 2024

4/30/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Cost Reporting Demonstration and Q&A – Family Providers
4/30/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training update
4/30/24: Focus groups and survey about community experiences with EIDBI
4/30/24: Waiver Reimagine survey: DHS seeks input on disability waiver reform
4/30/24: Reminder: SASD Support Team to discontinue fax number
4/23/24: Regional Capacity Building for Positive Supports Lunch and Learn
4/23/24: Reminder about lead agency responsibilities for out-of-home crisis respite in an MDH-licensed hotel
4/16/24: Rescheduled Odyssey webinar: “From Either/Or to Both/And: When Disability and Aging Intersect”
4/16/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: 245D licensing and disability services roundtable series
4/16/24: Recent CBSM updates
4/9/24: Community residential services and crisis respite services as foster care placement
4/9/24: Temporary SMRT MnCHOICES policy and SMRT ISDS access
4/9/24: Increased limit to specialized equipment and supplies
4/2/24: Upcoming Odyssey webinar postponed
4/2/24: Reminder: Webinar about the life-changing power of technology
4/2/24: Providers selected for 2024 DWRS cost reporting cycle
4/2/24: Grant opportunity to support new Americans in the LTC workforce
4/2/24: SASD Support Team to discontinue fax number

March 2024

3/26/24: Instructional video on how to apply for an HCBS license under Minn. Stat. Ch. 245D
3/26/24: Positive support practices training about motivational interviewing
3/26/24: Reminder: Register for Odyssey webinar “From Either/Or to Both/And”
3/19/24: Webinar about the life-changing power of technology
3/19/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training update
3/12/24: Webinar announcement: 245D licensing and disability services roundtable series
3/12/24: Reminder: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
3/12/24: Webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
3/12/24: Supervisor responsibilities for disability waiver case manager training
3/12/24: MnCHOICES benchmark annual report posted
3/12/24: Recent CBSM updates
3/12/24: Lead agency business process review and recommendations reports
3/12/24: New manual to support people who take psychotropic medications
3/12/24: Reminder: Apply for the PCA training stipend by June 15, 2024
3/12/24: AASD and DSD will no longer accept questions through PolicyQuest
3/8/24: Phase 3 of the MnCHOICES revision launch will begin on April 1, 2024
3/5/24: 2024 Odyssey webinar series: Registration for first Odyssey webinar now open
3/5/24: Reminder: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training

February 2024

2/28/24: CFSS receives federal approval
2/27/24: 2024 Odyssey webinar series
2/27/24: Webinar announcement: Advancing Your Skills: Enhancing Support Plans
2/27/24: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
2/27/24: Acute Care Transitions Advisory Council to meet Feb. 29
2/20/24: Disability waiver case manager employment training now available
2/20/24: Recent CBSM updates
2/20/24: MnCHOICES revision application user survey
2/13/24: Webinar announcement: DWRS Quarterly Webinars
2/13/24: PCA now covers driving provided by PCA workers
2/9/24: Public comment period on efforts to manage ICS growth
2/6/24: Training announcement: Culture of Safety two-day hybrid training
2/6/24: Webinar announcement: Culture of Safety Orientation
2/6/24: Update to PCA remote QP supervision policy for certain populations
2/6/24: LTSS Improvement Tool lead agency feedback survey

January 2024

1/31/24: Letter from the director: Efforts to manage ICS growth
1/30/24: Employment and informed choice training requirements for disability waiver case managers
1/30/24: Resources about temporary suspension and termination of 245D-licensed supports and services
1/30/24: Minnesota launches new Assisted Living Report Card
1/30/24: CDCS policy change about hours of paid personal assistance services
1/25/24: Waiver amendments approved by CMS
1/23/24: Reminder: Acute Care Transitions Advisory Council to meet Jan. 25
1/23/24: Self-paced online course: Applying for a DSD Grant: What You Need to Know
1/23/24: Reminder: Volunteers from lead agencies needed to participate in focus groups about proposed MnCHOICES assessment changes
1/16/24: Webinar announcement: EVV Quarterly Updates
1/16/24: Free MTI quarterly training on engaging employers for competitive, integrated employment
1/16/24: Acute Care Transitions Advisory Council to meet Jan. 25
1/16/24: Recent CBSM updates
1/16/24: Volunteers from lead agencies needed to participate in focus groups about proposed MnCHOICES assessment changes
1/9/24: Disability Services seeks Innovation Grants applications
1/9/24: PSN form now available for MHM eligibility and enrollment process
1/9/24: Case management, care coordination and assessment requirements
1/2/24: Seeking people to apply for temporary field interview positions