Virginia Group Home Policies and Procedures - Magnate Consulting, LLC

With the deadline for existing providers getting closer and closer (2022) it is important to consistently be working on compliance with the HCBS final settings rule. FYI... New providers must be compliant when opening. Visit here:- http://magnate-consulting.com/f/hcbs-final-settings- exceptions?blogcategory=HCBS+Final+Settings With the deadline for existing providers getting closer and closer (2022) it is important to consistently be working on compliance with the HCBS final settings rule. FYI... New providers must be compliant when opening. One hot topic is exceptions to the HCBS rights. Most existing providers see the right to visitors at any time, food at any time, and come and go at any time and immediately think of all the incidents. They sometimes think that a conversation with the team will suffice for limiting these rights but that is NOT the case. If an exception needs to be made for any individual, the exception must be discussed with the team, a third

It’s that time of year! We just experienced our first snow days of the year, here in the DMV. IT&S VITAL and a Requirement per regulations that your group homes are prepared for inclement weather. Here are some tips: dbhds policies and procedures Visit here: - http://magnate-consulting.com/f/emergency-preparedness It's that time of year! We just experienced our first snow days of the year, here in the DMV. IT'S VITAL   and a Requirement per regulations that your group homes are prepared for inclement weather. Here are some tips: Please ensure that your staff are aware of the inclement weather policy. Staff are usually expected to work until they are relieved if the area experiences snow and/or a natural disaster. The individuals must have staff 24/7 and if a staff leaves the individuals unattended that is considered job abandonment and that is also considered neglect and may possibly result in law enforcement involvement. o Every home

It seems that 24 hours is not enough to accomplish everything that needs to be done. Often times we find ourselves working overtime and 24/7 in this field. Developmental Disabilities Consultant Visit here: - http://magnate-consulting.com/f/time-management TIME MANAGEMENT advocacy, change, DD waiver, developmental disabilities, emergency regulations, HCBS Final Settings, Magnate Consulting, quality assurance, seniors It seems that 24 hours is not enough to accomplish everything that needs to be done. Often times we find ourselves working overtime and 24/7 in this field. How can you manage your agency's time better? How can your staff manage time better so that they can be more productive and not get burnt out so quickly? The To-Do List is never ending. You start your day with a nice list of things that you are going to check off. As soon as you hit the office, an incident has happened, someone called out or you have a 2 hr meeting that ends up being 5

We support providers as a group home consultant to complete the application process and be knowledgeable on operating a group home under the Medicaid waiver. Visit here: - http://magnate-consulting.com/what-we-do We support you with answering any questions you have about finding a residential provider, serve as an advocate for you and provide resources to help you stay up to date on provider requirements. We also can help you navigate providers in the community, go on tours with you and can help you with knowing the right questions to ask and information to gather which can help you make the best choice when selecting a residential provider.  We are not a case management entity, we advocate for individuals and families while ensuring that quality residential providers are available for you to choose from. We serve as an unbiased third party, group home consultant that is able to help you throughout the journey of finding a provider. If you are already

We are Experienced Group Home Consultants who support your agency with opening, operating and compliance with HCBS Final Settings and licensing regulations. Visit here: - http://magnate-consulting.com/about-our-team Ms. Johnson created this company to help providers be successful from the start of the application process through operating homes, facilities and agencies that remain in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.   Ms. Johnson has twelve years of experience in the human services field and has a special niche for supporting seniors and individuals who have DD. Ms. Johnson has held positions ranging from Direct Care and DD Support Coordination to Leadership positions, most recently serving as a Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Johnson received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology, obtained a graduate degree in Human Services with a focus on Executive Leadership and completed an MBA program with a focus in Public Administration.   Ms. J