Workforce Challenges & DDS Waiver Services Analysis
Individual Directed Goods & Services Definitions (1 of 5)
Connecticut Individual Directed Goods and Services
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Equipment or supplies that will provide direct benefit to the individual and support specific outcomes identified in the Individual Plan. The service, equipment or supply must address one
of the following: reduce the reliance of the individual on other paid supports, be directly related to the health and/or safety of the individual in his/her home, contribute to a therapeutic
goal, enhance the individual's ability to be integrated into the community, or provide resources to expand self-advocacy skills and knowledge.
The service or good may be delivered in the individual's home, at work, vocational or retirement location, or in the community. Experimental and prohibited treatments are excluded.
This service is only available for individuals who self-direct his/her own supports; DDS applies consistent guidelines in respect to the appropriateness of the services or items to be
approved in this service definition.
This service may not duplicate any Medicaid State Plan service. All services or items are pre-approved by DDS. Costs and rates are negotiable.
Examples include cleaning services, homemaker services, specialized clothing for work, public speaking and self-advocacy training, and specialized therapies not covered by Title 19.
The region is responsible for reviewing services and supports in an individual's budget that exceed $2000. Prior approval is required for all items over $2000 or not one of the approved
items in e above.
Restrictions and Expenses not allowed a. Vacations Cost for travel, lodging, food, and entertainment. b. Clothing Cost for personal clothing that is not related to the person's disability c.
Alcohol Any alcoholic beverage or fees to access establishments that serve alcohol. d. Room and Board Recurring expenses Any utilities, food, and other housing costs. e. Gratuities f.
Experimental Treatments g. Fines h. Debts i. Activity costs that exceed the allowance in these guidelines. j. Legal fees or Advocate fees k. Donations and Contributions I. Cost for items or
services that are of general utility to the members of a household. m. Any cost that does not provide a direct support or remedial benefit to the participant. n. Costs for items or services that
are available to the participant form private insurance or Title 19. o. Use of funds from a prior budget period is not allowed.
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