CD Model
Consumer-Directed Care (CDC) Model
Choices & ControlThe Consumer Directed Model of service, often referred to as Consumer-Directed Care (CDC) or Self-Directed Services, empowers individuals with disabilities, health challenges, or the elderly to have greater control over the services they receive. Individuals have the autonomy to choose their own attendants. This promotes independence and allows for personalized care.
Individuals will be approved by their authorizing agent for a specific number of hours per week or a budget of hours if you will, to manage their care. This gives the Individual control of the attendant schedule to best meet their unique needs.
This model promotes empowerment by actively involving individuals in decision-making about their care and support, which can improve satisfaction and overall quality of life.
To facilitate the Consumer Directed Model, individuals will have access to Service Facilitation provided by an approved Medicaid provider such as Toddlers To Grandparents. They will also work with a Fiscal Employer Agent (PPL or CDCN) contracted through the Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS).
Consumer Directed VS.
Agency Directed
Consumer Directed contrasts with Agency Directed in many ways. With Agency Directed, the providers makes decisions on behalf of the consumers, which sometimes lead to a one-size-fits-all approach that doesn't fully address individual needs or preferences. Agency Directed does not allow you to choose your own attendant, one is attached/assigned to you. Overall, the Consumer Directed Model fosters empowerment and self-determination for those receiving services.
To Utilize the Consumer
Directed Model
An EOR must be established. The EOR is responsible for hiring, training, supervising and termination of the attendant who provides the direct support to the waivered individual. A Services Facilitator, like TTC, must be chosen to begin services. You must agree to routine in-home reviews of your services with your SF held on a monthly or bi-monthly basics according to your MCO schedule.
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Legally Responsible Individual (LRI)
A legally responsible individual is any person who has a duty under state law to care for another person. This includes parents of children under the age of 18 (this includes biological, foster, stepparents and legal guardians) and spouses.