TIERS
Information contained on this website does not represent legal counsel. Certain sections of information have been reprinted from other websites and from communication with individuals involved in the developmental disabilities field. As always, you should seek legal advice prior to undertaking any legal action.
WHAT ARE THE TIERS?
WHAT SHOULD I DO REGARDING MY TIER ASSIGNMENT?
FILING FOR A DUE PROCESS HEARING IN REGARDS TO YOUR TIER ASSIGNMENT
TIERS ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING REQUEST
WHERE TO GET HELP
CLARIFICATIONS RELATED TO TIER ISSUES
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The Arc of Florida works with local, state and national partners and advocates for people with mental retardation, autism, spina bifida, cerebral palsy (CP), prader-willi syndrome and other developmental disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community.
We also work to reduce the incidence of and eliminate the consequences of developmental disabilities through education, awareness, research, advocacy and support of families, friends and the community.
Our Mission Statement
“Working with local, state, and national partners, The Arc of Florida advocates for local chapters, public policies, and high quality supports for people with developmental and other disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community.”
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Thursday 31 July 2008
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Thursday 10 July 2008
Supported Employment Daytona Beach, Florida
Supported Employment/Supported Independent Living Coach - Full time/35 hours, Volusia County, Full benefits after 90 day probation period, Bachelor Degree or 4 years related experience with developmental disabilities. Apply in person at: 100 Jimmy Huger Circle, Daytona Beach, FL 32117; or Fax (386) 274-1222 Attn: Gail Irvine, Administrative Assistant; or email resume to: -email-
General Responsibilities of Supported Independent Living Coach: Provide training, assistance and coordination in areas of support for housing and self-maintenance. General Responsibilities of Supported Employment Coach: Assist individuals to maintain competitive employment.
General Responsibilities of Supported Independent Living Coach: Provide training, assistance and coordination in areas of support for housing and self-maintenance. General Responsibilities of Supported Employment Coach: Assist individuals to maintain competitive employment.
Friday 16 May 2008
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TIER SYSTEM:
BACKGROUND
In 2007, the Florida Legislature amended section 393.0661, Florida Statutes to implement a four-tiered waiver system to serve clients with developmental disabilities in the DD and Family and Supported Living Waivers. APD published a set of proposed rules to implement the tiers and held a public hearing on April 24, 2008. Four waiver recipients, Southern Legal Counsel and the Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities filed a challenge to the proposed rules. The legal challenge is ongoing and scheduled for trial in June. APD nevertheless issued policies and informational letters to proceed with the tier assignments. APD sent out “informational letters” to waiver recipients. By the end of May, APD planned to send affected waiver recipients a notice letter setting out the tier assignment. According to APD, the tier assignments would take effect on July 1, 2008. Support coordinators were instructed to assist waiver recipients to “reprioritize” the services and submit new support plans with reduced services to meet the tier caps by the middle of June.
EFFECT OF THE CHALLENGE TO THE PROPOSED RULES
Until an Administrative Law Judge rules on the validity of the proposed rules, the rules cannot come into effect. On May 14, 2008, APD advised that it would delay tier implementation “until further notice” as a result of the Rule challenge.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO NOW
At this time, waiver recipients may have received informational letters. YOU DO NOT NEED TO TAKE ANY ACTION. The informational letters are not a notice of tier assignment.
YOUR RIGHTS
When and if you receive a Notice of Tier Assignment, you have the right:
• TO CHALLENGE YOUR TIER ASSIGNMENT
• TO REFUSE TO CHANGE YOUR SUPPORT PLAN TO REDUCE YOUR SERVICES
• TO REQUEST AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING and
• TO HAVE YOUR SERVICES CONTINUE IF YOU REQUEST AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING WITHIN 10 DAYS.
This document can also be downloaded:
TIER PLACEMENTS
In 2007, the Florida Legislature amended section 393.0661, Florida Statutes to implement a four-tiered waiver system to serve clients with developmental disabilities in the DD and Family and Supported Living Waivers. APD published a set of proposed rules to implement the tiers and held a public hearing on April 24, 2008. Four waiver recipients, Southern Legal Counsel and the Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities filed a challenge to the proposed rules. The legal challenge is ongoing and scheduled for trial in June. APD nevertheless issued policies and informational letters to proceed with the tier assignments. APD sent out “informational letters” to waiver recipients. By the end of May, APD planned to send affected waiver recipients a notice letter setting out the tier assignment. According to APD, the tier assignments would take effect on July 1, 2008. Support coordinators were instructed to assist waiver recipients to “reprioritize” the services and submit new support plans with reduced services to meet the tier caps by the middle of June.
EFFECT OF THE CHALLENGE TO THE PROPOSED RULES
Until an Administrative Law Judge rules on the validity of the proposed rules, the rules cannot come into effect. On May 14, 2008, APD advised that it would delay tier implementation “until further notice” as a result of the Rule challenge.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO NOW
At this time, waiver recipients may have received informational letters. YOU DO NOT NEED TO TAKE ANY ACTION. The informational letters are not a notice of tier assignment.
YOUR RIGHTS
When and if you receive a Notice of Tier Assignment, you have the right:
• TO CHALLENGE YOUR TIER ASSIGNMENT
• TO REFUSE TO CHANGE YOUR SUPPORT PLAN TO REDUCE YOUR SERVICES
• TO REQUEST AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING and
• TO HAVE YOUR SERVICES CONTINUE IF YOU REQUEST AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING WITHIN 10 DAYS.
This document can also be downloaded:
TIER PLACEMENTSTuesday 13 March 2007
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