Understanding Budget Authority in Self-Directed Home and Community-Based Services Wednesday, May 8, 2024 from 2-3:30 PM ET This webinar will help states by: Reviewing the key components and concepts of self-directed home and community-based services (HCBS), with a focus on budget authority; Highlighting how budget authority can expand flexibility and access; Providing an overview of individual-directed goods and services, a unique opportunity only available in self-direction with budget authority; Sharing examples of state methodologies for setting the amount of the budget; Discussing approaches to implementing safeguards in a budget authority context; and Providing examples of adding budget authority to different Medicaid authorities. Following the presentation, webinar participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. Register to attend the webinar at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7Kw4qlRjT8uZErHhmd72zA ** Closed captioning will be available. |