Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 24, December 25, 2024
Section 10 CCR 2505-10-8.7540 - Primary Caregiver Education8.7540.APrimary Caregiver Education Eligibility 1. Primary Caregiver Education is a covered benefit available to Members enrolled in the HCBS Children's Extensive Support Waiver.8.7540.BPrimary Caregiver Education Definition1. Primary Caregiver Education provides education in techniques that enhance the ability of Parents and other primary caregivers to support a Member's needs and strengths.8.7540.CPrimary Caregiver Education Inclusions1. Primary Caregiver Education is authorized for Organized Health Care Delivery System (OHCDS).2. Primary Caregiver Education includes: a. Consultation and direct service costs for training Parents or other primary caregivers in techniques to assist in caring for the Member's needs, including sign language training,b. Special resource materials,c. Cost of registration for Parents or other primary caregivers to attend conferences or educational workshops that are specific to the Member's disability, andd. Cost of membership to caregiver support or information organizations and publications designed for Parents and primary caregivers of children with disabilities.8.7540.DPrimary Caregiver Education Exclusion/Limitations1. The maximum service limit for Primary Caregiver Education is $1,000 per support plan year.2. The following items are specifically excluded and not eligible for reimbursement: d. Membership to any political organizations or any organization involved in lobby activities.47 CR 03, February 10, 2024, effective 3/16/202447 CR 21, November 10, 2024, effective 11/30/2024