Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs Quality Assessment & Improvement (QA&I) Questions Tool for Administrative Entities Overview of the Quality Assessment & Improvement Process The mission of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is to support Pennsylvanians with developmental disabilities to achieve greater independence, choice and opportunity in their lives. ODP’s vision is to continuously improve an effective system of accessible services and supports that are flexible, innovative and person-centered. The Quality Assessment & Improvement Process is a way for ODP to evaluate our current system and identify ways to improve it for all individuals. General Instructions In preparation for completing the QA&I Tool, Administrative Entities (AEs), Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) and Providers should review all relevant materials regarding the QA&I process that are posted on the MyODP Training & Resource Center at . In case of questions, issues or concerns related to the questions asked in the tool or the QA&I Process, please contact the ODP QA&I Process Mailbox at and copy the ODP Regional QA&I Lead. If an incident is discovered during the course of the QA&I process that has not been reported, the incident must be immediately reported in the Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) system and Incident Management procedures should be followed. The AE, SCO and Provider shall ensure the health and welfare of individuals at all times. If any entity determines there is an imminent threat to the health and welfare of the individual, immediate steps should be taken to ensure the health and welfare of the individuals and the appropriate regional ODP office should be contacted. Based on circumstances, the entity shall proceed according to the policy established in ODP Bulletin #6000-04-01, Incident Management and as determined appropriate by the regional ODP office. Tool Completion Instructions The following guidelines are intended to help a user and complete this tool successfully. All questions applicable to the entity have to be answered before the tool can be submitted.
Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs Quality Assessment & Improvement (QA&I) Questions Tool for Administrative Entities Overview of the Quality Assessment & Improvement Process The mission of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is to support Pennsylvanians with developmental disabilities to achieve greater independence, choice and opportunity in their lives. ODP’s vision is to continuously improve an effective system of accessible services and supports that are flexible, innovative and person-centered. The Quality Assessment & Improvement Process is a way for ODP to evaluate our current system and identify ways to improve it for all individuals. General Instructions In preparation for completing the QA&I Tool, Administrative Entities (AEs), Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs) and Providers should review all relevant materials regarding the QA&I process that are posted on the MyODP Training & Resource Center at . In case of questions, issues or concerns related to the questions asked in the tool or the QA&I Process, please contact the ODP QA&I Process Mailbox at and copy the ODP Regional QA&I Lead. If an incident is discovered during the course of the QA&I process that has not been reported, the incident must be immediately reported in the Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) system and Incident Management procedures should be followed. The AE, SCO and Provider shall ensure the health and welfare of individuals at all times. If any entity determines there is an imminent threat to the health and welfare of the individual, immediate steps should be taken to ensure the health and welfare of the individuals and the appropriate regional ODP office should be contacted. Based on circumstances, the entity shall proceed according to the policy established in ODP Bulletin #6000-04-01, Incident Management and as determined appropriate by the regional ODP office. Tool Completion Instructions The following guidelines are intended to help a user and complete this tool successfully. All questions applicable to the entity have to be answered before the tool can be submitted.
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