FMAP Increase for Medicaid HCBS

Webinar to discuss additional funding for Hawaii’s Waiver for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD Waiver).

2021 Waiver Standards Training for Providers

Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services approved Hawaii’s 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for 2021 to 2026 in May 2021.

Nursing Assessment & Delegation Training

DDD will be providing an informational presentation of the 2021 Waiver Provider Standards: Training & Consultation -  Registered Nurse (T&C RN).

Update on COVID-19 with Dr. Curtis Toma

Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) will be hosting a COVID-19 webinar featuring Med-QUEST Medical Director - Dr. Curtis Toma.

Person-Centered Planning with Evan

Listen to DDD’s Individual Mentor as he shares his personal experiences of what person-centered planning means.

ARPA Rate Increases

Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) will be hosting an informational webinar for DDD providers about increased provider payment rates proposed through Section 9817 of the American Rescue Plan.

What are Critical Incidents?

Learn how to identify and report critical incidents and why these events are important to improving a participant’s health & welfare.

Intellectual Disabilities & Dementia

Learn about basics of dementia and the risk of Alzheimer’s disease for persons aging with an intellectual disability.

Aspiration & Dental

Learn the importance of oral hygiene and the risk factors to prevent aspiration.

2021 Waiver Standards, Amendment #2 Training

Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) will be hosting an informational session to discuss changes that will be effective April 1, 2022 in accordance with the 2021 Waiver Standards - Version A. Please join us online via zoom webinar on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.   Register Now

Webinar for Providers – DDD’s Technical Assistance

DDD will be hosting a PROVIDER-ONLY webinar that will: • Share four customized training and technical assistance opportunities made possible through the American Rescue Plan. • Highlight purpose and objectives • Feature the people representing the training and TA groups we’ve engaged • Explain expectations and expected outcomes for your agency and how you and […]

Electronic Submission of DDD Adverse Events

The Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) is pleased to announce the launch of the DDD Provider Portal. The Provider Portal is a component of the DDD case management IT solution, INSPIRE. The Provider Portal will be used by agency staff who perform duties such as submitting Adverse Event Reports, recording Individual Plans, writing Quarterly Reports, and […]

NCI State of the Workforce Survey

DDD will be hosting a webinar for PROVIDERS on thelatest NCI data relating to Direct Support Professional (DSP) workforce serving the ID/DD population. The NCI State of the Workforce Survey collects comprehensive data on the Direct Support Professional (DSP) workforce providing direct support to adults (age 18 and over) with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). […]

Licensed Settings / Plan of Correction

DDD will be hosting a webinar for ResHab providers and Caregivers on working together to support the I/DD population to live, work, love, and play as part of the community and address the common issues to ensure not only compliance but high-quality, person-centered supports. Join us on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM […]

HCBS Final Rule and ISP Modifications

DDD will be hosting a webinar for participants and families to learn how compliant services can best support the I/DD population to live, work, love and play as part of the community, the importance of understanding modifications in the ISP, and what families do when they feel like things are not working. Join us on […]

Unwinding Appendix K and Waiver Amendment Webinar

Topics will cover changes as we reach the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, timeline, and impacts to services, as well as Waiver Amendment changes to service rates, the process for delivery of nurse delegation, and timeline for Public Comments. Join us on Friday, June 2, 2023, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Webinar Information: […]

Decubitus Ulcer Prevention Webinar

Decubitus ulcers are prevalent in the I/DD population. The goal of this training is to increase awareness of the risks and signs of decubitus ulcers, prevent its occurrence and reduce morbidity and mortality from decubitus ulcers and sepsis. Join us on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Webinar Information: View Event Flyer […]

Maui Wildfires Appendix K Webinar

Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) will host an informational session on Appendix K for the Maui Wildfire emergency and the Operational Guidelines. Join us on Thursday September 7, 2023, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Webinar Information: View Event Flyer – PDF format

HCBS Final Rule Webinar

Webinar topics will include: How is DDD ensuring opportunities for community integration? Expectations of providers and caregivers. Examples of community integration. How participants and families can share their experiences. Join us on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Webinar Information: View Event Flyer – PDF format

Rate Study Webinar

Rate study webinar presented by Stephen Pawlowski of Burns & Associates.