Statewide Administration of the Supports Intensity Scale
Project Description:
The Center for Development and Disability is designated by the New Mexico Department of Health as the statewide entity to administer the Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) to individuals on the DD Waiver whose Individual Service Plans are approaching their three-year anniversary. The SIS is the first step in a four step process of determining a package of services for DD Waiver participants. SIS results are sent to the Health Department, where a proposed service package is assigned to the individual. The Individual Development Team (IDP) reviews the package and makes changes as needed. Finally, the entire package is reviewed by the Outside Reviewer, which makes the final determination regarding services. The CDD also provides training and outreach on use of the SIS throughout the state.
Keyword(s):
DD Waiver services determination; Supports Intensity Scale
Core Function(s):
Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training, Other Direct/Model Services, Demonstration Services
Area of Emphasis
Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities, Housing-Related Activities, Transportation-Related Activities, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Renewal Community, Reservation, Rural/Remote, Urban
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
