We’re excited to share updated specifics with you! Updated for 2018, our program brochure is an easy way to learn more about Colorado’s Consumer Direct Attendant Support Services. You’ll find information about how we can assist you with the tools and knowledge needed to manage your services and supports....
The Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) has issued a recent communication brief regarding the Supported Living Services (SLS) wavier rules. The purpose of the brief is to notify SLS stakeholders of an upcoming change in the SLS wavier rules related to the use of the term...
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The Attendant Rate Setting tool provides guidance to CDASS clients on how to set pay rates for their attendants. It also shows an example step by step process on how to figure out the best rate for their attendants in order to remain under budget. To access the tool, click...
Come join us! Learn about and discuss Person Centered Thinking! When: May 18 & 19 – 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM Where: Lowry Conference Center, 1061 Akron Way, Denver, Colorado Download the flier: Person Centered Thinking Flier_FIN
The US Department of Labor has just released Paying Minimum Wage and Overtime to Home Care Workers: A Guide for Consumers and their Families to the Fair Labor Standards Act, a new resource for participants and families that covers the changes made by the FLSA Home Care Rule. The guide can...
Hello CDASS and IHSS Stakeholders: During the February Participant-Directed Programs Policy Collaborative (PDPPC) meeting, members requested a conference call with the Financial Management Services (FMS) vendors regarding the transition to the Fiscal Employer Agent model. This call will take place on Tuesday March 1, 2016 from 1:30 pm to...
Consumer Direct Colorado has the following Emergency Contact Card / Back-up Plan in fillable format. Clients can complete, save, and make quick changes as needed. It is recommended all clients keep a back-up plan in a place where family, friends, and caregivers know where to access it. We have posted a directory on the...
Consumer Direct Colorado announces the following 2016 CDASS and IHSS Case Manager Trainings. Email us at infoCDCO@consumerdirectonline.net to register for any of the following trainings. We also offer a call-in conference option for individuals unable to attend training in person. When emailing, please include your full name, SEP agency,...
Curtis Wolff is a Peer Trainer for Consumer Direct Colorado, bringing numerous years of experience in training and advocacy. He contributes and shares his knowledge of the Consumer Directed Attendant Supports and Services (CDASS) program, the disability community, and passion in expanding choice and control for people living in...