1. Program Definition and Services
Residential Habilitation Service and Supports (RHSS) in Colorado provides a full day (24 hours) of services and support to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of individuals with developmental disabilities. These services include:
- Training and habilitation in personal, physical, mental, and social development
- Promotion of interdependence, self-sufficiency, and community inclusion
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Skill acquisition and retention
- Access to and participation in typical community activities and functions
2. Regulations
The current regulations governing Residential Habilitation Service and Supports in Colorado are outlined in 10 CCR 2505-10-8.600 of the Colorado Code of Regulations
3. Licensing or Certification
Providers of Residential Habilitation Services must be certified and licensed according to state regulations
4. Responsible State Agency
The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) oversees the Residential Habilitation Service program
5. Application Process
The application process is conducted online through the Colorado Provider Enrollment system. Providers can access the online provider enrollment tool at https://www.colorado.gov/hcpf/provider-enrollment.
6. Required Documentation
Required documentation for providers includes:
- Proof of certification and licensing
- Policies and procedures for handling personal needs funds
- Records of participant personal possessions
- Consumer satisfaction evaluation results
- Individual participant records as prescribed by the Department
7. Timeline for Approval
The timeline for approval is not specifically mentioned in the provided information.
8. Pre-Application Process
There is no specific pre-application process mentioned in the provided information.
9. Pre-Application Training
While there is no mandatory pre-application training specified, providers must ensure that they meet all certification, licensing, waiver, and quality assurance regulations related to their provider type.
10. Additional Notes
Residential Habilitation Services can be provided in various settings, including group homes, host homes, and individual residential settings
- Providers must ensure 24-hour supervision for participants receiving Residential Habilitation Services
- Reimbursement for these services does not include room and board or the cost of normal facility maintenance
- Providers must conduct consumer satisfaction evaluations at least every two years
- The program emphasizes individual choice in living arrangements and service provision
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