Below is the most recent information on Covid-19 since out update last night:
 
Appendix K/1135 Waiver:
 
  • OPWDD is still responding to questions on the Appendix K/1135 Waiver application that was submitted earlier this week.  

  • Today OPWDD indicated that they are in the process of applying to extend the concept of retainer days to community habilitation, SEMP, respite, and self-directed services in the next iteration of the waiver. 
 
7/1/19 & OMIG Rate Recoupments:
 
  • Today OPWDD indicated that recoupments related to the 7/1/19 rates and any audits would be suspended as of April 22nd and would be resumed at a later date within the State Fiscal Year (March 31, 2021).
 
Paid Family Leave – Employment Webinar & Resources:
 
  • This morning the NY Alliance held a webinar in conjunction with attorneys from Sheppard Mullin who presented information and legal interpretation on the State and Federal laws including what the obligations are for providers and the benefits to their employees. That webinar has been recorded and can be found here.

  • Additionally, we have posted additional guidance from our other partners on our website which can be found here.
 
Back to Work Guidance for Essential Employees:
 
  • The Erie County Executive and County Commissioner of Health have released guidance on when essential employees may and should return to work. This may be used as an example to other county executives of clear and concise guidance on this subject.