Denise Godfrey-Pinn - Member of the Month
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Members of IDA are from many diverse fields and expertise. What brings us together is our passion for promoting policies and practices that result in a supportive infrastructure for our very young children with disabilities and their families. IDA is honored to introduce Denise Godfrey-Pinn and the sharing of her incredible journey. Denise shares IDA's mission of meeting the needs of young children and the best practices to promote their well-being.Announcements
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URGENT ACTION Needed - Oppose Medicaid Cuts
On Sunday evening, the House Budget Committee narrowly advanced a budget reconciliation measure. The vote was 17–16, with all Democrats opposed and four Freedom Caucus Republicans voting "present".
The House Rules Committee is scheduled to markup the bill at 1:00 a.m. ETA is this Wednesday, May 21. There are reports that Medicaid's work requirement could be accelerated to the end of 2026 from the bill's current 2029, and cuts to other programs, ex. SNAP CA Fact Sheet could also be included in the Speaker’s deal.
DDS Early Intervention Rate Survey (805 Providers) Due May 9
Recently, the Department of Developmental Services distributed a survey for 805 Infant Development providers to clarify several rate assumptions. IDA wants to be sure that all Infant Development providers have received this critical survey and be able to respond by May 9.A Q&A link has been developed to assist in completing the survey.
The survey details (Excel Spreadsheet) can be found here
ACTION by IDA:
Hosted Brown Bag Event with DDS staff May 1 - Q&A can be found here
Office Hours: May 2 and May 9
Other Updates from Department of Developmental Services:
- This directive supplements the D-2024-Rate Reform-001 letter issued by the Department of Developmental Services (Department) regarding rate reform implementation and provides.
- Quality Incentive Program Update: Register and Complete Your Data in the Provider Directory by May 30.
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Tue Jun 24, 2025Bridging the Gap: Practical Parent Coaching Tools for Health Professionals Category: Events |
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