BinaxNOW test kits may be distributed directly to ICFs/Providers. These tests are provided to DODD by the Ohio Department of Health for redistribution and are available while supplies last. Read More ›
Category Archives: News

BinaxNOW Rapid Tests Available
- Health and Safety Alerts
- Date: Sep 15, 2021
- Author: Tricia Perduk
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Fall Prevention
Direct support professionals (DSPs) are uniquely positioned to actively assess a person with disabilities’ risks for falling and to support them to get assistance and teach them prevention strategies. Falls were the second leading cause of accidental deaths for Ohioans with developmental disabilities in 2020. Read this alert about preventing falls. Read More ›
- Health and Safety Alerts
- Date: Sep 02, 2021
- Author: Tricia Perduk
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Adult Day Support (ADS) and Vocational Habilitation (VH) Payments
In DODD’s newest update, they shared that they will resume using ADS and VH rates that are associated with acuity group assignments effective September 1, 2021. This change will not affect the rates or billing codes for STEP services. Please see detailed DODD guidance below. Read More ›
- News
- Date: Aug 19, 2021
- Author: Tricia Perduk
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Workforce Emergency Planning and Notification
An important message from Community Supports and Development Director, Drew Williams regarding emergency staffing: Read More ›
- News
- Date: Jul 23, 2021
- Author: Tricia Perduk
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