Workforce Challenges & DDS Waiver Services Analysis
Sustainable Solutions to the DSP Workforce Crisis (2 of 2)
Supporting Families
All people exist and have reciprocal roles within a family system, as defined by the person. The entire family, individually and as a
whole, needs support to ensure they all are able to successfully live their good life. Supporting families means that more people
with developmental disabilities will be able to live in their homes, surrounded by people who love and care for each other
Supports must be integrated so that people with developmental disabilities can achieve their envisioned good life. These include
those that are publicly or privately funded and based upon eligibility; community supports that are available to anyone;
relationship-based supports; technology; and the personal strengths and assets of the individual and their family
Employment First
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Competitive integrated employment of people with disabilities increases opportunities for meaningful days and inclusion, while
reducing a person's need for paid day supports. States must align policies, service delivery practices, and reimbursement
structures to commit to integrated employment as the priority option for publicly-financed day services for youth and adults with
significant disabilities
Technology First
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The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us that even people with the most significant disabilities can benefit from technology and that
services can be delivered differently. Services like remote supports and assistive technology can help people with disabilities
improve their quality of life and experience more independence and personal freedom, while decreasing the need for paid staff
Sources: DSP Academy; Persons with a Disability: Labor Force Characteristics Summary
(bls.gov); Technology First; Charting the LifeCourse Nexus
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