Disability Thrive Initiative

In observance of Cesar Chavez Day, our offices will be closed on Monday April 1, 2024. Our after-hours service remains available for non-medical emergencies at 1-800-884-1594. Known as a Latino American civil rights activist, Cesar Chavez led in the struggle for fair wages and humane working conditions for farm workers and their families. In honor of his cause, we wish you a Happy Cesar Chavez Day!

 

Alo Consultation specializes in providing training, education, and consultation related to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and supporting people with disabilities. North Bay Regional Center contracted with Alo to develop and deliver training to individuals receiving services, regional center staff, service providers, and family members on the HCBS Final Rule. In this training series, presenters Kaitlin Olson and Jacqueline Lawton offer an in-depth overview of the HCBS Federal Requirements and some of its important themes. Their goal is to empower audiences to translate their HCBS knowledge into actions that improve the lives of people with disabilities.

Questions?  Please reach out to Luz Cruz, HCBS Specialist:  luzc@nbrc.net or Katy Vanzant:  katyv@nbrc.net

HCBS: Why It Matters (Part 1)

This 2-part training video is intended for family members and friends of people receiving services and supports from North Bay Regional Center (NBRC). In this first part Alo Consultation provides background on Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and discuss important mindset shifts regarding rights, dignity and respect and presumed competence of people with disabilities.

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0:00 – Introduction

0:25 – About Alo Consultation

1:30 – Why This Training Matters

2:35 – Training Outline

3:02 – Our Requests

4:14 – Home and Community-Based Services

6:04 – Roles and Responsibilities

6:42 – Timeline of Key Events

13:00 – The Mindset Shift

13:14 – The Right to Adult Status

16:53 – Presumed Competence

20:24 – Common Myths and Misconceptions

21:02 – Dignity of Risk

23:13 – Emotions Wheel

24:15 – Thank you & Next Steps

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NBRC – HCBS: Why It Matters (Part 2)

This 2-part training video is intended for family members and friends of people receiving services and supports from North Bay Regional Center (NBRC). In Part 2 Alo Consultation dives deeper into the 10 Federal HCBS requirements. They provide an in-depth explanation of each requirement, unpacking the language and intent behind rules focused on community integration, choice, dignity and respect, independence, visitors, accessibility, and more.

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0:00 – Introduction & Part 1 Review

4:14 – Federal Requirements Overview

4:48 – Federal Requirement 1: Community Integration

10:14 – Federal Requirement 2: Setting Options

18:52 – Federal Requirement 3: Rights, Dignity & Respect & Freedom from Coercion and Restraint

20:04 – Federal Requirement 4: Life Choices & Independence

22:46 – Federal Requirement 5: Choice of Services & Supports

29:58 – Federal Requirement 6: Legal Residence Agreement

33:69 – Federal Requirement 7: Privacy

41:29 – Federal Requirement 8: Schedules & Activities, Access to Food

51:25 – Federal Requirement 9: Visitors

55:22 – Federal Requirement 10: Accessibility

1:02:36 – Major HCBS Themes

1:03:05 – Who to Contact for Support

1:03:27 – Conclusion & Thank you

 

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our offices are closed Monday January 15th. We will reopen Tuesday, January 16th. Our after-hours service remains available for non-medical emergencies at 1-800-884-1594. Happy MLK Day!

Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 1^st and Tuesday, January 2^nd in observance of the New Year. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd. Our after-hours service remains available for non-medical emergencies at 1-800-884-1594. Cheers to health and happiness in the new year ahead!

Our offices will be closed on Monday, December 25^th and Tuesday, December 26^th in observance of Christmas. We will reopen on Wednesday, December 27th. Our after-hours service remains available for non-medical emergencies at 1-800-884-1594. During this special time of year, we reflect on how grateful we are for the individuals we serve who make our jobs rewarding and our lives fulfilling. Warmest wishes this holiday season and looking forward to working with you in the new year!