the coalition has three workgroups with distinct areas of focus. this structure has evolved over time. To view archived information about past workgroups, click here.
PROVIDER workgroup
Charge: Investigate provider organization willingness and capacity to better support children with developmental disabilities to move from facilities to families (or be prevented from facility admission).
MANAGED CARE/WAIVER WORKGROUP
Charge: Investigate how to enable children to move from facilities to families (or be prevented from facility admission) by identifying:
(1) ways MCOs could better support children with developmental disabilities
(2) ways to fund family-based services using waivers
CHILD WELFARE workgroup
Charge: Investigate ways to better support dependent children to move from facilities to families (or be prevented from facility admission).
For more information, please contact Sallie Lynagh, Coalition Coordinator, at slynagh@pealcenter.org.