Real Choices Systems Change Grant - Project Abstract
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) is submitting this project to create an enduring infrastructure to support consumer-directed and controlled community-based services and supports for persons with disabilities in Indiana. The $1,954,000 in federal funds will be used to implement the following objectives:
- Establish a Community Choice Commission. Major responsibilities of the Commission include oversight and monitoring of Olmstead and related ADA grants and activities. The Commission will also provide a forum for interaction with consumers and advocates.
- Integrate and coordinate all systems change grants. A demonstration project consisting of portions of each grant will use local partners, and create new ways to provide services and supports in Indiana communities.
- Restructure the State's quality assurance system. Direction and oversight will be provided for the restructuring of the system to include consumer complaints, safety, protection and advocacy.
- Form State public/private partnerships. The Commission will implement a series of 10 mini-grants to local communities to demonstrate innovative ways of delivering services and supports.
- Design and implement an information system. Software options will be explored with the goal of utilizing a system that will support consumer choice and control.
