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Map For Self Direction
Self-Direction gives individuals and families greater control over the services they receive, how they receive them and who provides them. Through Self Direction, individuals have more control and flexibility to live as independently as they are able in their homes and communities.
Guide to Getting on the Path to Self-Direction
OPWDD Eligible?
Care Manager submits request for a Broker & FI
Authorization letter is generated
Request submitted for start up budget which requires approval & effective date
Individual/family begins working with a Broker and FI. PCP and budget created
DDRO hosts a SD-101 training that individual / family must attend prior to budget approval
Budget reviewed by DDRO
Budget processed by OPWDD central office
DDRO generates approval letter
Individual/family call Front Door
Front Door Facilitator Assigned
- Eligibility Process
- HCBS Waiver Enrollment
- Choice in Care Coordinator
- Info Session
Front Door services request submitted by Care Coordinator for a Broker, FI and any bridge services
Individual/family begins working with a Broker and FI. PCP and budget created
DDRO hosts a SD-101 training that individual / family must attend prior to budget approval
Budget reviewed by DDRO
Budget processed by OPWDD central office
DDRO generates approval letter
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Map For Self Direction
The pdf Road Map below contains links to more information on the path to Self-Direction.