People First Waiver

On Thursday, October 18, 2012 from 1pm until 3pm, NYS OPWDD will host a joint statewide videoconference for discussion boards and voluntary agency service providers to offer an update on […]

Innovative Ideas Workshop – September 19, 2012 On Wednesday, September 19, 2012, OPWDD will hold the third in a series of workshops showcasing innovative ideas collaborating groups of nonprofit [...]

Dear Friends and Colleagues: Several months ago we announced that OPWDD was working with stakeholders, including parents, self-advocates, providers, and employees, to examine ways to streamline [...]

Dear Council Member: As you know, many changes to our services system are beginning to emerge. Among the most notable of these developments is New York’s focus on improved coordination […]

On Friday, August 17, 2012 from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm, NYS OPWDD will host a statewide videoconference for voluntary agency service providers to offer an update on the People […]

Dear Friends and Colleagues: Our agency and our field have made significant changes over the past year with a common goal of strengthening our system for the individuals we support. […]

On July 18th, Commissioner Courtney Burke spoke at United Hospital Fund’s 2012 Medicaid conference, “Advancing Medicaid Reform”. Commissioner Burke’s presentation focused on the People First [...]

In June 2012, OPWDD began hosting “Innovative Ideas Workshops” intended to provide an opportunity for individuals, family members, staff from voluntary service provider agencies and others to [...]

Hello, On Tuesday, July 17, 2012, OPWDD will hold the second in a series of workshops showcasing some of the innovative ideas collaborating groups of nonprofit agencies are discussing/developing [...]

Hello, Due to scheduling conflicts, the July 10, 2012 videoconfernce update for the People First Waiver Discussion Boards has been canceled. The next Discussion Board videoconference is scheduled [...]