Thought Leadership from MediSked Experts

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March words with wooden blocks

The Word Every Person Working in IDD Needs to Eliminate From Their Vocabulary

We don’t serve individuals, we support them.

MediSked October 16, 2015

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HCBS Statewide Transition Plans Update: Here’s What We Know

CMS has just updated it’s Home and Community Based Services website to include a matrix of HCBS Statewide Transition Plans, and while they’re not yet approved – they’re certainly a great resource.

MediSked August 10, 2015

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Basketball going into hoop

New Nike Sneakers Are Changing the Game for People with Disabilities

The shoe is the first of its kind for Nike, and could be the first of its kind anywhere. It’s specifically designed to help those with disabilities buy and wear shoes.

MediSked July 14, 2015

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Change Ahead Sign

Get Comfortable: Sexual Expression in the I/DD Community is Here to Stay

Society unfairly expects people with disabilities to be asexual beings, and that’s simply not the case. People with disabilities can, and often do, embrace their sexuality.

MediSked June 10, 2015

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Is There An I/DD Housing Crisis On the Horizon?

If only money were the biggest concern.

MediSked June 8, 2015

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3 Things You Say When You Choose to Use the R-Word

The good news is, it’s never too late to start choosing better, kinder words.

MediSked March 6, 2015

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7 Inclusion Month Quotes for February

February is North American Inclusion Month (NAIM), a time to recognize the need for more opportunities for people with disabilities, primarily in education and employment.

MediSked January 30, 2015

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The Latest Trends in State Medicaid Waiver Services

On average, the states spend $3.81 of every $1,000 on I/DD services. Where does your state fall in terms of ranking?

MediSked October 2, 2014

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What’s new in Managed Care for I/DD services

A look at some states that are currently implementing or running Managed Care for I/DD services.

MediSked April 18, 2014

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Your checklist for HIPAA Compliant software

We put together a checklist to use when checking out software to see if meets the HIPAA standards.

MediSked September 12, 2013