Self-Directed Supports Network Meetings are open to anyone interested in learning more about self-directed supports or looking to connect with others. The Network meets monthly on a Wednesday from 7 - 8:30 p.m. using Zoom.
The Self-Directed Supports Network is a resource for individuals using self-directed supports through the Division of Developmental Disabilities / BHDDH, family members, caregivers and professionals. These meetings cover important topics related to self-direction, where speakers discuss key issues and attendees can ask questions, voice concerns and meet others using self-directed supports.
Network meetings are coordinated by the Sherlock Center. Upcoming meeting dates are listed below. When you RSVP, you will receive an email with the directions and a passcode to join the meeting using Zoom.
Vicki Ferrara, Coordinator of Access to Integrated Employment and WIPA Director, will discuss the Developmental Disability Employment and Day Activity survey, and Kim Einloth, Coordinator, Youth and Adult Services, will discuss the National Core Indicators Survey.
At this meeting, Victoria Ferrara, M.A., coordinator, Access to Integrated Employment, spoke about the Day and Employment Activities Survey. Kathleen A. Sherlock, Esq., consultant, Sargent Rehabilitation Center’s Regional Resource Center, discussed Supported Decision Making (SDM) and alternatives to guardianship. (Timestamp 42:14)
At this meeting, we had a dialogue with Courtney DiDonato from Work Inc., who spoke about employment services/supports, and Jay MacKay from Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, who talked about Targeted Employment Funds and other funding/services available for those who self-direct and are interested in employment. (Timestamp 21:55)
This meeting included a dialogue with Brenda DuHumal, associate director for administrative services, Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Keavin Duffy from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Heather Mincey, assistant director, Division of Developmental Disabilities and Jackie Camilloni, Division of Developmental Disabilities. They shared updates and answered questions about Conflict Free Case Management (CFCM).
At this meeting, Susan Donovan and Deborah Masland from RIPIN shared about information about their new self-directed program (SDSP).
Crystal Cerullo
Family Support Specialist