| Updated: |
5/4/2004 |
| Description: |
Support Services means the services of a Support Service Brokerage listed in 309-041-1860(1) (a-g) as well as the uniquely determined activities and purchases arranged through the Brokerage. Support Services (a) Compliment the existing formal and informal supports that exist for an individual living in his or her own home or family home; (b) Are designed, selected, and managed by the individual or individual's legal representative; (c) Are provided in accordance with an Individual Support Plan; and (d) May include purchase of supports as a social benefit required for an individual to live in the individual's home or family home. Provider Organization means an entity selected by an individual, the individual with the assistance of the individual's designee, or the individual's legal representative, and paid with Support Service funds that: (a) is primarily in business to provide supports for individual with developmental disabilities; (b) provides supports for the individual through employees, contractors, or volunteers; and (c) Receives compensation to recruit, supervise, and pay the person who actually provides support for the individual. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 427
OAR 309-041-1750 through -1920
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| Duration: |
2 Years |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
None |
| Responsible Agency: |
DHS - Seniors and People with Disabilities Div. |
| Fee Exemptions: |
None |
| Examination Information: |
Onsite inspection by state inspection team. |
| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
None |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
Contract for Brokerages require Workers Compensation, general liability and auto |
| Prerequisites: |
Must be operating program in compliance with certification rules this includes:
*all staff with an approved criminal history check,
*policies and procedures in compliance with rules,
*personal agents working for brokerages must meet the minimum educational and experience qualifications. |
| Application Form: |
Form Available upon request from SPD-DD Licensing Unit |
| Service Links: |
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Organization information,
owner/operator information,
county(s) of operation. |
| Additional Information: |
None |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
DHS - Seniors and People with Disabilities Div. |
| E-mail Address: |
dhs.info@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-945-5944
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| Mail Address: |
DHS - Seniors and People with Disabilities
500 Summer Street NE, E-02
Salem, OR 97301
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| Website Information: |
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/aboutdhs/structure/spd.shtml |
