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Project

Human Services Research Institute (DHHS) Subcontract

Center:

UT-Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2024

Contact Information:

Aubrey Snyder
[email protected]
435-797-0528

Project Description:

The Human Services Research Institute has been contracted by the Utah Department of Health and Services to evaluate the status of Long Term Supports and Services (LTSS) in the state of Utah, perform research on specific topics to improve LTSS in Utah, and provide recommendations. Priority of research and evaluation topics include: (1) People being a part of their community; (2) Supporting people and families so that people can live where they want; (3) Relying less on institutions (4) People working in their community; (5) Prioritizing person-centered thinking and care; (6) Addressing direct care staff shortages; (7) Expanding home and community-based services to more people; (8) Expanding service provider networks; (9) Different ways of providing services; (10) Increasing access to services for people living in rural places; and (11) Making sure resources are spread fairly (how much services people receive, how much providers are paid for different services).

Keyword(s):

Long Term supports and services, HCBS, Evaluation

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Other

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Legislators/Policy Makers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State