Previous Webinars

This webinar will discuss the potential changes and revisions to the MOCDD and PFH Waiver Renewals.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

This month's lunch and learn will discuss Medication Administration systems available through Assistive Technology.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic continues the discussion on benefits planning by taking a closer look at how income impacts SSDI benefits and the work incentives available to SSDI recipients. Support Coordinators will learn how work incentives available to SSDI recipients are used and what they may need to look for to help individuals become more financially self-sufficient.

This webinar will discuss the potential changes and revisions to the MOCDD and PFH Waiver Renewals.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the Charting the LifeCourse Integrated Supports Star planning tool. Participants will be introduced to Charting the LifeCourse and the Integrated Supports Star, which can be used by self-advocates, families, and others to help guide their thinking about current and future support needs. The Integrated Supports Star helps promote brainstorming to identify various types of supports and can help with planning activities. Information about how the tool can be used, examples of the tool in action, and additional planning resources will be shared.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic continues the discussion on benefits planning by taking a closer look at how income impacts SSI benefits and the work incentives available to SSI recipients. Support Coordinators will learn what each work incentive does, who makes a good candidate for using that work incentive, and see an example of how that work incentive can be used.

This month's lunch and learn will discuss the difference between the services of Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (EAA), Specialized Medical Equipment (SME), and Assistive Technology (AT). The discussion will include examples of services and resources to help determine which waiver service best fits the individuals' outcome.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the Charting the LifeCourse Trajectory tool. Participants will be introduced to Charting the LifeCourse and the Trajectory Tool, which can be used by self-advocates and families to plan for future events or set long-term goals. Information about how the tool can be used, examples of the tool in action, and additional planning resources will be shared.

This webinar will provide an overview of National Core Indicators (NCI). The types of surveys, how the data is utilized, and when and why a support coordinator may be contacted for assistance will be covered.

Missouri Talent Pathways is a registered apprenticeship program for Certified Direct Support Professionals who work in Medicaid Home and Community Based Settings.

Participants of this webinar will be provided an overview of apprenticeships; MO TaP; process for onboarding as an employer partner and how MO TaP can be a strategy for recruiting, structuring and retaining highly qualified DSPs.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will begin the discussion on basic benefits planning concepts and terminology. Support Coordinators will be provided an overview of the main differences between SSDI and SSI, including eligibility requirements, effects of income on the Social Security benefit and the medical benefit associated with it, and work incentives associated with Social Security.

 

This month's lunch and learn will discuss universal design and how Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (EAA) services can be incorporated to assist in achieving desired outcomes.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar is will provide information for self-advocates/individuals and families and will focus on exploring the Division's Autism services and various related resources.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on the wavier service definition of Supported Employment. Support Coordinators will learn about the service, who might make a good candidate, how to request, and outcome requirements.

During this month's Lunch and Learn, the UDAT Team will introduce individual team members, the Navigator program--Technology Explorers, and provide general information regarding assistive technology.

This three-part series is designed to provide Support Coordinators with a foundation of information, resources, and strategies to promote employment for individuals receiving waiver services.

Session 3 combines information from the first two sessions to discover how Support Coordinators can determine strategies useful in discussing employment as well as resources available to address barriers to employment.

The Division invites all stakeholders to attend the bi-annual Statewide Provider Meeting. Attendees will receive statewide data and other essential information from Tiered Supports, Provider Relations, Quality Assurance and Inquiry Coordination. The meeting will include updates on Division Initiatives such as Assistive Technology and Employment, as well as provider recognition. These bi-annual meetings replace provider regional meetings during the first and third quarter of the fiscal year. Regional Offices will continue to provide data specific to their areas during the other two quarters.

This three-part series is designed to provide Support Coordinators with a foundation of information, resources, and strategies to promote employment for individuals receiving waiver services.

Session 3 combines information from the first two sessions to discover how Support Coordinators can determine strategies useful in discussing employment as well as resources available to address barriers to employment.

This 30-minute webinar will describe the Division's efforts to review and update the Missouri Quality Outcomes (MOQO) through a series of Town Hall forums. These forums will be hosted by the University of Missouri--Kansas City Institute for Human Development (UMKC IHD) and seek to collect feedback to enhance the MOQO to further reflect outcomes important to individuals receiving services.

 

This three-part series is designed to provide Support Coordinators with a foundation of information, resources, and strategies to promote employment for individuals receiving waiver services.

Session 2 provides Support Coordinators with a toolkit to help individuals achieve their desired employment outcomes. Attendees will discover what employment services are available under Partnership for Hope, Community Support, and Comprehensive Waivers; how these services can be utilized; who could benefit from these services; what information is needed to request services; and what the outcome requirements are for these services.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide information about free classes offered through the Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (ma4.) These classes are designed for individuals enrolled in a Missouri Medicaid Home and Community-Based waivers and their caregivers. Classes are focused on helping participants manage health and social needs, decrease stress, and improve well-being.

This webinar will provide step-by-step instructions for using the MODD Content Self-Registration Portal, including registration, navigation, and obtaining certificates and transcripts. There will also be time allotted for questions/answers.

The Division provides the MODD Content Self-Registration Portal, powered by Relias, to house Division created training modules. Modules in this portal are available to Division providers, individuals, families, and guardians. 

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

This three-part series is designed to provide Support Coordinators with a foundation of information, resources, and strategies to promote employment for individuals receiving waiver services.

Session 1 provides the basis for exploring an individual’s desire to work and how Support Coordinators help coordinate employment supports. Attendees will learn about the importance of employment in a person’s life and how state and federal initiatives relate to employment and Support Coordination.

The Information Specialist team will guide participants through the steps to successfully complete the guardianship packet.  If Teams are seeking assistance from the Office of General Counsel to file the petition for guardianship, this training will explain how to correctly complete the packet.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s webinar will focus on the wavier service definition of Job Development. Support Coordinators will learn about the service; who might make a good candidate; how to request the service; and outcome requirements. Attendees will also hear experiences and gain tips from a service provider.

COVID-19 continues to place a high demand on clinics and hospitals, as well as impact testing access. This webinar will provide information about other options for health care, including StationMD, and a new resource for COVID PCR testing provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a virtual Town Hall Meeting to discuss challenges surrounding transportation services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and the Division’s current efforts to address these challenges. While the discussion surrounding challenges will focus primarily on current concerns in the St. Louis and St. Charles area, many of the solutions the Division is currently working on will have statewide impact on transportation barriers; all are welcome to attend.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on introducing participants to the Missouri Quality Outcomes (MOQO). Participants will learn what the MOQO are, how they are utilized by the Division to direct supports and services, and how they serve as a guide to achieve a self-determined life.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

The Division is holding a webinar to inform service providers and other stakeholders on the proposed changes to the Provider POS Contract which renews July 1, 2022. Participants will have the opportunity to submit comments and questions during the webinar. These will be included with the questions received via public comment.

The Provider POS Contract has been posted for comment and is available for review at https://dmh.mo.gov/dev-disabilities/governance/drafts. Please submit comments to contessa.isaacson@dmh.mo.gov no later than January 31, 2022.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on the wavier service definition of Prevocational Services. Support Coordinators will learn about the service, who would be an appropriate candidate, how to request, and outcome requirements.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Partnership for Hope (PFH) and Missouri Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) waivers expire June 30, 2023. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires the state to obtain public input during the development of a waiver renewal in accordance with 42 CFR 441.304(f).

The Division has started the renewals and is requesting input from stakeholders, individuals, family members, and providers on current waiver programs.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Partnership for Hope (PFH) and Missouri Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) waivers expire June 30, 2023. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires the state to obtain public input during the development of a waiver renewal in accordance with 42 CFR 441.304(f).

The Division has started the renewals and is requesting input from stakeholders, individuals, family members, and providers on current waiver programs.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Partnership for Hope (PFH) and Missouri Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) waivers expire June 30, 2023. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires the state to obtain public input during the development of a waiver renewal in accordance with 42 CFR 441.304(f).

The Division has started the renewals and is requesting input from stakeholders, individuals, family members, and providers on current waiver programs.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the benefits of peer support and helping people make connections to others who have similar lived experiences. Participants will hear from three different parents who will share their experience with peer support, will learn where formal peer supports can be found, and how families and individuals can get connected to peer support services.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides regularly scheduled webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on Career Planning. Attendees will learn what this service provides and how to request it, good candidates for career planning, and outcome requirements. In addition, tips and experiences from a Division provider will be shared.

This webinar will provide an overview of the process for Information Specialists to begin coordinating Division requests for guardianship.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities will be sharing updates to the community transition process. There will be a brief review of past structural changes shared during a previous webinar (July, 2021), followed by review of future enhancements, including a move toward targeted individual transition consultation. These future enhancements are expected to be implemented by the Risk Prevention team January, 2022.

This training, presented by the Division of Developmental Disabilities, will provide a comprehensive review of the EAA service for home and vehicle modification. This session will include discussion of the supports provided by the newly designed Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) team and their collaboration with Missouri Inclusive Housing, as well as service definitions, service use, and roles/responsibilities of team members.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar targeted toward individuals and families will focus on understanding the required waiver renewal process and why stakeholder input is so important. Participants will learn about the renewal process, why individual/family voice is important, and how feedback can be shared with the Division.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on the newest employment service, Benefits Planning. Support Coordinators will learn what this service is intended to provide, who might be a good candidate for this service, and how to request this service.

As a follow-up to the recent Waiver Service Definition Training, the Division is hosting a series of question and answer sessions. During this third  session, waiver service definition updates to the following will be addressed:

•    Intensive Therapeutic Residential Habilitation

•    Community Transition

•    Crisis Intervention

•    Applied Behavior Analysis

•    Professional Assessment and Monitoring (PAM)

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar for individuals and families will focus on planning for and utilizing employment services.