Notable FAQs – March 2026
Contents of this issue include: Quorum Sole Source Contracts Sponsoring a Conference Exhibit Tables 2 CFR 200 Council members and speaking honorariums for Council presentations Notable FAQs – March 2026
Peer-2-Peer: Technology – Using AI as a Support Tool
Resources: Slide Deck Responsible Use of AI One-pager
NC: Increasing the Quantity and Quality of Direct Support Professionals
The Problem: North Carolina faces a serious shortage of trained Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Low wages, limited training opportunities, and a…
SC: Parents as Paid Caregivers
The Problem: In 2022, the South Carolina Council identified a growing shortage of caregivers for children with significant medical needs. Many parents had to leave their jobs to care for…
CA: California CARE Registry for First Responders, Vulnerable Populations, Caregivers, and Disasters
The Problem: During disasters, caregivers and family members are often prevented from entering evacuation zones, even when people with disabilities rely on them for essential support. This gap can create…
ID: Our Care Can’t Wait Coalition
The Problem: Idaho continues to face a serious shortage of direct care workers who support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). Low wages, limited…
NE: Advocating for Caregiver Supports in Nebraska’s Aged and Disabled Waiver Renewal
The Problem: The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) proposed major changes to the Aged and Disabled (A&D) Waiver that would reduce reimbursable caregiver hours and set strict…
TX: Texas Telehealth Support for Older Adults with DD and Caregivers
The Problem: Older adults with developmental disabilities (DD) and their caregivers often face barriers to health care. Many providers lack training on aging with DD, and families may struggle to…
TX: Texas Planning Ahead for Family Support and Financial Security
The Problem: For aging family caregivers of people with developmental disabilities (DD), planning for the future can be complex and overwhelming. Traditional retirement and financial planning strategies can sometimes cause…
TX: Texas Supporting Older Adults with DD and Their Caregivers
The Problem: People with developmental disabilities (DD) are living longer than in previous generations. As they age, they often face new health, financial, and support needs. At the same time,…