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February 25, 2016
Innovations Waiver amendment delay
 
Implementation of the Innovations Waiver technical amendment has been delayed. The projected implementation date has been moved from April 1, 2016, to July 1, 2016. 

Questions regarding the Innovations Wavier should be directed to NCInnovations@smokymountaincenter.com.

Interested in learning more about the amendment? 
Attend an upcoming training led by Smoky staff. Find out more below. 

Supporting Individual Success: 2016 Innovations Waiver implementation
 
DATE: 
Monday, February 29, 2016 OR
Monday, March 7, 2016

TIME:
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Lunch on your own) 

LOCATION:
MAHEC
119 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803

What does the training cover? 
Participants will gain the technical knowledge and understanding needed to transition waiver participants as required by the amendment. Led by Smoky staff trained by NC DHHS for these sessions, segment topics will include: 
  • Resource allocation and individual budgeting
  • Increased flexibility of services through definition changes
  • New Innovations services and implementation expectations
    • Community supports and living
    • Supported living
  • Roles in transition to the new waiver
  • Self-direction
Who should attend? 
Innovations providers and Smoky staff
 
Registration is required and seating is limited. Register online for the February 29 session or the March 7 session

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