June has been declared Rights Promotion Month by our CCO. It is a time to celebrate empowerment, dignity, and the voices of those we serve. Care Managers play a vital role in educating members about their rights and supporting them in exercising those rights. The Member Relations team is committed to assisting Care Managers to ensure that no member is denied their civil or legal rights due to an intellectual and/or developmental disability diagnosis. Every member deserves to be treated with the same respect and dignity afforded to others, regardless of race, religion, national origin, age, gender, ethnic background, primary language, sexual orientation, developmental or other disabilities, or health conditions such as HIV infection.
Direct Support Professionals’ Week
This Direct Support Professionals' Week, we’re celebrating the people who make an incredible difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities every day. ACANY and LIFEPlan CCO recently visited our community partners at Warren, Washington & Albany Counties ARC (WWAARC), where we met Vanessa, a Direct Support Professional who shared what inspires her work, why direct support…
Continue Reading →Employment, Community, and Reaching Goals
Cory inspires those around him through his determination, kindness, and signature sense of humor. With the support of his Care Manager, Abby, he has made significant progress in recent years, earning the trust of his peers and support teams while growing his independence and confidence as he builds the life he chooses. Employment Journey Cory's employment journey began at The…
Continue Reading →Age 18 Redeterminations Webinar
After turning 18, Social Security conducts an Age 18 Redetermination to decide whether you still qualify for SSI under the adult disability rules. Because about half of individuals undergoing this review are denied benefits, preparation is important. Register below for a presentation by NEON National Subject Matter Expert, Michael Dalto. Learn how to prepare for the redetermination process, including required…
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