Welcome to Our Newsletter Archive

Stay informed and connected with our monthly newsletter, your go-to resource for updates, news, and essential information about Self-Directed Services within DDS. Whether you’re exploring options or actively participating in the program, these newsletters provide valuable insights and updates tailored to your needs. Below, you’ll find an archive of past newsletters — click any link to catch up on important announcements, program updates, tips for navigating self-directed services, and more.

Archives

March 2025

Legally Responsible Individuals (LRI) and SDS

This month’s newsletter focuses on the new Legally Responsible Individual (LRI) option. This edition will provide you with all the information you need to understand what LRI is, how it can benefit your family, and the steps to get started.

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January 2025

How to Recruit a New Vendor for SDS Goods and Services

Learn how EORs can recruit new vendors in their community to join SDS and get all the important information needed to get started. Stay updated with Acumen-related news and get answers to your vendor-related questions.

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December 2024

Understanding the Roles and Responsibilities of the Employer of Record (EOR), the DDSD Case Manager, and Acumen Fiscal Agent

Learn about the roles and responsibilities of the Employer of Record (EOR), the DDSD case manager, and Acumen Fiscal Agent. Get updates on using SDS funds for service animal training and hear from a DDSD case manager about their experience working with families who utilize SDS.

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November 2024

Acumen and the Direct Care Innovations (DCI) Portal

Discover all about DCI, how to use it, and access helpful tools and information. Stay up to date on changes to the vendor payment process. Hear from an Acumen employee who shares valuable customer service tips and answers common questions related to DCI.

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October 2024

Understanding Assistive Technology, Enabling Technology, and Self-Directed Goods

Learn about the different types of items available to waiver recipients, including what Self-Directed Goods offers. Get insights from a DDS expert on these options! Stay updated on the new financial limit for In-Home Support Waivers (IHSW) and exciting changes with Acumen, including the new Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS) rate increase.

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September 2024

New Vendor Payment Process Updates

Get important updates on the changes DDS and Acumen have made to their vendor onboarding and payment processes for Goods and Services. Meet a member of the DDS SDS team and learn more about their role in supporting families.

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August 2024

All Things Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS)

Learn about one of the most popular options through SDS, the HTS! Find out the requirements and essential information on hiring an HTS, including how to access CPR/First Aid training for staff. Meet a parent who was hired as an HTS for their child and hear their story.

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July 2024

Quality Assurance

Meet the Quality Assurance (QA) team, discover what they do, and learn what QA means for SDS families. Get important information about your home record and quarterly reports.

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June 2024

SDS Acronyms

Check out our handy acronym guide for SDS to help you navigate services more smoothly. Learn about Adult Activity Centers and explore your options through SDS, featuring an SDS vendor!

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May 2024

Vendor Approval Process

Learn all about the Employer of Record’s (EOR) role in Goods and Services. Meet an SDS recipient and hear about their experience with Goods and Services.

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April 2024

Introduction to Goods and Services

Welcome to the EOR Insights newsletter! This month, get an introduction to Goods and Services and discover what is available to families. Meet an SDS vendor and learn more about the services they provide to the community.

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