Projects and Requests For Proposals
Projects
Education and Early Intervention Performance Target
Goal: A comprehensive educational system that meets the needs of the students and assist students in reaching their potential
Objective: Increse the number of students to have fully developed IEPs and receive all services and assistance as outlined in the IEP.
Individual Educational Program (IEP's) Clinics
The NMDDPC is working with the Protection and Advocacy Systems, Inc. (P&A) to provide outreach to parents of children in special education programs. This project will conduct special education clinics that will include an overview training plus individual consultation with students or parents of students in special education. P&A will provide individual advocacy in cases that are related to the failure to implement Individual Educational Program (IEP’s) and that provide significant potential for systemic change. P&A will also provide for systemic approaches to improving the delivery of special education services, which may include a group complaint process for submittal to the Public Education Department, an organization consisting of parents that meet with local school boards, or give support to others providing special education advocacy.
Objective: To improve transition throughout the lifespan of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Life-Span Transition Project
The NMDDPC is working with the Center for Development and Disability (CDD) to create a pilot project with a vision of educating and empowering families to navigate the relevant support systems needed for their children with developmental disabilities, to make successful transitions from birth to adulthood. CDD has recruited, selected and prepared four parent advocates in two selected communities. Our goal is to create and implement a systematic process to support families and their children, and promote smooth and effective lifespan transitions.
Health Performance Target
Goal: An accessible health care system with adequately trained personnel, which appropriately responds to individual needs and supports individual wellness
Objective: To insure that wellness, from a disability social cultural perspective is incorporated into the health care system.
Dual Diagnosis Project
During FFY 2007, the NMDDPC continued to participate on a cross-agency administrative and advisory group addressing needs and services of persons with developmental disabilities and mental illness. The group was involved in implementing a pilot project in a rural community to train medical and behavioral health professionals regarding best practices in evaluating and treating persons with developmental disabilities and mental illness. The NMDDPC provided funding to write and disseminate a best practices handbook. The NMDDPC is continuing to fund additional pilot sites in Roswell and Farmington. Manuals were disseminated and are available upon request.
Dual Diagnosis Project
During FFY 2007, the NMDDPC continued to participate on a cross-agency administrative and advisory group addressing needs and services of persons with developmental disabilities and mental illness. The group was involved in implementing a pilot project in a rural community to train medical and behavioral health professionals regarding best practices in evaluating and treating persons with developmental disabilities and mental illness. The NMDDPC provided funding to write and disseminate a best practices handbook. The NMDDPC is continuing to fund additional pilot sites in Roswell and Farmington. Manuals were disseminated and are available upon request.
Human Sexuality Training
NMDDPC, in collaboration with the Department of Health’s Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD), held trainings for over 125 individuals on Peer Model Sexuality. Currently the Friends Curriculum Self-Advocate Training Module is being used to train self-advocates to be leaders and role models for the ongoing Friends Curriculum classes and outreach presentations. The project involves self-advocates who are trained in friendship and relationship courses. Once a self-advocate completes the training they then act as role models for peers who attend the human sexuality and/or relationship courses. The project has proven to be beneficial to self advocates as independence and self esteem are fostered.
NMDDPC, in collaboration with the Department of Health’s Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD), held trainings for over 125 individuals on Peer Model Sexuality. Currently the Friends Curriculum Self-Advocate Training Module is being used to train self-advocates to be leaders and role models for the ongoing Friends Curriculum classes and outreach presentations. The project involves self-advocates who are trained in friendship and relationship courses. Once a self-advocate completes the training they then act as role models for peers who attend the human sexuality and/or relationship courses. The project has proven to be beneficial to self advocates as independence and self esteem are fostered.
Quality Assurance Performance Target
Goal: Increase the number of self-advocates trained and active in self-advocacy activities and organizations
Objective: To increase the number of Native American People First Chapters in the state and and to increase the number of self-advocates trained and prepared to take advocacy leadership roles throughout the state
Center for Self-Advocacy
Over the past year, the NMDDPC has relocated the Center for Self-Advocacy to its own office location where individuals with developmental disabilities congregate to develop training modules and practice their presentation skills so that they may then travel state-wide to present these modules to other individuals with developmental disabilities.
Native American People First
The NMDDPC is in collaboration with the Center for Self Advocacy (CSA) and the Arc of New Mexico to coordinate the formation of at least four Native American People First Chapters located on at least one Reservation and at least three Pueblos. Once the potential members have been identified, barriers facing each potential People First Chapter will be outlined and practical solutions will be compiled. The goal of the project is to provide assistance to the potential People First Chapters through the initial stages of the project’s life. The newly formed Native American People First Chapters will receive assistance in developing leadership and community involvement skills for its members. The CSA will provide training to the members in areas such as Leadership, Sitting on Boards and Committees and other topics of interest. Once these People First Chapters have been established, the identity of other potential areas for Native American People First Chapters on pueblos and reservations will be researched.
The NMDDPC is in collaboration with the Center for Self Advocacy (CSA) and the Arc of New Mexico to coordinate the formation of at least four Native American People First Chapters located on at least one Reservation and at least three Pueblos. Once the potential members have been identified, barriers facing each potential People First Chapter will be outlined and practical solutions will be compiled. The goal of the project is to provide assistance to the potential People First Chapters through the initial stages of the project’s life. The newly formed Native American People First Chapters will receive assistance in developing leadership and community involvement skills for its members. The CSA will provide training to the members in areas such as Leadership, Sitting on Boards and Committees and other topics of interest. Once these People First Chapters have been established, the identity of other potential areas for Native American People First Chapters on pueblos and reservations will be researched.
Self-Advocates Advisory Council (SAAC)
The NMDDPC funded the operation and administrative support of the Self-Advocacy Advisory Committee through the Arc of New Mexico. SAAC consists of 100% self- advocates and is charged with educating and advising the Department of Health regarding issues affecting persons with developmental disabilities and their families. SAAC hosted a statewide summit in April 2007. This conference was set to increase economic and social equality for people with disabilities. Employment, future planning, neglect and exploitation, and the self-directed waiver were some of the several topics discussed during this conference. Seventy-four people received training and information on employment, community inclusion, neglect and exploitation and the self-directed waiver program.
The NMDDPC funded the operation and administrative support of the Self-Advocacy Advisory Committee through the Arc of New Mexico. SAAC consists of 100% self- advocates and is charged with educating and advising the Department of Health regarding issues affecting persons with developmental disabilities and their families. SAAC hosted a statewide summit in April 2007. This conference was set to increase economic and social equality for people with disabilities. Employment, future planning, neglect and exploitation, and the self-directed waiver were some of the several topics discussed during this conference. Seventy-four people received training and information on employment, community inclusion, neglect and exploitation and the self-directed waiver program.
Objective: To increase participation of people with disabilities and family members in decision-making bodies concerning development, implementation and evaluation of services and programs
Guardianship Study - House Joint Memorial 34/House Memorial 6
The House Joint Memorial 34/House Memorial 6 directed NMDDPC to convene a task force to explore issues related to guardianship of adults. The Task Force was directed to “review the processes by which guardians of adults are appointed, trained, supervised, and reviewed under the Uniform Probate Code.” The Task Force was required to consider potential statutory or regulatory changes, training requirements, identifications, dissemination of best practices, and other recommendations that would improve New Mexico’s system for qualifications, appointment, and oversight of guardians of adults with limited capacity. The Task Force findings are available upon request through the Office of Guardianship. See Special Initiatives to view final reports.
The House Joint Memorial 34/House Memorial 6 directed NMDDPC to convene a task force to explore issues related to guardianship of adults. The Task Force was directed to “review the processes by which guardians of adults are appointed, trained, supervised, and reviewed under the Uniform Probate Code.” The Task Force was required to consider potential statutory or regulatory changes, training requirements, identifications, dissemination of best practices, and other recommendations that would improve New Mexico’s system for qualifications, appointment, and oversight of guardians of adults with limited capacity. The Task Force findings are available upon request through the Office of Guardianship. See Special Initiatives to view final reports.
In-State Family and Self-Advocates Conference Stipends
During FY 2007, the NMDDPC provided funding to in-state agencies that held conferences addressing issues affecting persons with developmental disabilities and their families. People with disabilities and their family members were able to attend conferences conducted by the Albuquerque Public Schools, the Arc of NM, the Center for Development and Disability, and the Southwest Conference on Disability.
Through a partnership with The Arc of New Mexico, NMDDPC also provided stipends for persons with developmental disabilities and family members to attend Freedom Day/Disability Awareness Day during the legislative session and to participate in the legislative process. Approximately 250 people were trained and active in systems advocacy regarding health care issues.
During FY 2007, the NMDDPC provided funding to in-state agencies that held conferences addressing issues affecting persons with developmental disabilities and their families. People with disabilities and their family members were able to attend conferences conducted by the Albuquerque Public Schools, the Arc of NM, the Center for Development and Disability, and the Southwest Conference on Disability.
Through a partnership with The Arc of New Mexico, NMDDPC also provided stipends for persons with developmental disabilities and family members to attend Freedom Day/Disability Awareness Day during the legislative session and to participate in the legislative process. Approximately 250 people were trained and active in systems advocacy regarding health care issues.
Southwest Disabilities Conference Stipends
The NMDDPC collaborates with the Center for Development and Disability and annually awards stipends for the Southwest Disabilities Conference. The 2007 conference was held on October 4th through 6th at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The theme for the conference was Reaching Out and Taking Charge: Promoting Independent Living in the Community. There were 535 attendees from 18 states and three countries who attended the conference.
The NMDDPC collaborates with the Center for Development and Disability and annually awards stipends for the Southwest Disabilities Conference. The 2007 conference was held on October 4th through 6th at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The theme for the conference was Reaching Out and Taking Charge: Promoting Independent Living in the Community. There were 535 attendees from 18 states and three countries who attended the conference.
Objective: Develop a Grass-Roots Netowrk to increas advocacy; conduct local needs assessments; and develope a state-level advocacy effort address all areas of emphasis
Disability Coalition
NMDDPC and the Protection and Advocacy Systems, Inc., provided the majority of funding for the Disability Coalition. The Disability Coalition developed and presented materials and recommendations to administrative & legislative committees on disability issues and the State Medicaid system. The Disability Coalition is comprised of NM Protection and Advocacy, Governor’s Commission on Disabilities, Independent Living Resource Centers, ARC of New Mexico and NMDDPC. The Coalition’s principal focus is educating legislators and addressing the importance of fully funding programs for persons with disabilities.
NMDDPC and the Protection and Advocacy Systems, Inc., provided the majority of funding for the Disability Coalition. The Disability Coalition developed and presented materials and recommendations to administrative & legislative committees on disability issues and the State Medicaid system. The Disability Coalition is comprised of NM Protection and Advocacy, Governor’s Commission on Disabilities, Independent Living Resource Centers, ARC of New Mexico and NMDDPC. The Coalition’s principal focus is educating legislators and addressing the importance of fully funding programs for persons with disabilities.
Grassroots Organizing Project
NMDDPC implemented a Grassroots Information Network Project with four objectives:
1) to form a communication conduit to inform Council members on statewide issues,
2) to inform local communities of opportunities for training and information concerning persons with disabilities and their families,
3) to assist in organizing local communities to address issues regarding persons with disabilities in their local communities,
4) to mobilize people with disabilities and their families to participate in the development of policies, regulations and statutes impacting the lives of persons with disabilities and their families.
NMDDPC implemented a Grassroots Information Network Project with four objectives:
1) to form a communication conduit to inform Council members on statewide issues,
2) to inform local communities of opportunities for training and information concerning persons with disabilities and their families,
3) to assist in organizing local communities to address issues regarding persons with disabilities in their local communities,
4) to mobilize people with disabilities and their families to participate in the development of policies, regulations and statutes impacting the lives of persons with disabilities and their families.
NMDDPC continues to hold public forums across the state to inform the public of NMDDPC activities and to solicit input regarding systems issues affecting persons with developmental disabilities and their families. In collaboration with the Arc of New Mexico, NMDDPC held five public forums in FY08. The forums were held in Albuquerque, Anthony, Espanola, Farmington and Farmington. The feedback is being compiled and will be presented to NMDDPC members to assist in the evaluation of the NMDDPC’s current Five Year Plan in April of 2009.
Formal and Informal Community Supports Performance Target
Goal: Develop supports that encourage and facilitate full participation of individuals and family members in all aspects of community life.
Objective: To enhance social networks for adolescents and young adults with developmental disabilities.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern New Mexico Project
The NMDDPC is working with the Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Northern New Mexico to develop a Pilot Project incorporating persons with developmental disabilities into the BBBS network to work with Big Brothers or Big Sisters in the community. A strategic plan, mentoring guidelines, facilities and assessment guidelines, a marketing plan, training modules, enrollment and match support models and training content units have been developed and are being refined. The initial implementation of the project is to take off in June of 2008. Matching of self-advocates and Big Brothers and Sisters within the BBBS network is being conducted currently.
Objective: To build a sustainable, sufficient, qualified, direct-care work force.
Direct Care Workers Organization
In FFY 2007, the NMDDPC held several meetings with stakeholders to define a plan to establish a Direct Care Workers Group. A lead person was chosen to build a network of direct care support workers. Organizational meetings will occur in the upcoming year.
Objective: To adequately provide access to consistent, current, correct and user-friendly information about all available services.
Information Center for New Mexicans with Disabilities and Babynet (Info Center) is another NMDDPC funded project. The Info Center is a statewide, clearinghouse that provides information services to New Mexicans regarding disability issues, resources and contacts. It is housed at the Center for Development and Disability (CDD) and during FY07, over 3,000 people received information about disabilities, services and programs through the Information Center/Babynet.
The info Center is a collaborative effort between the NMDDPC and the CDD. The Info Center is coordinated with the CDD LEND library, housed at the CDD. In addition, NMDDPC funded and collaborated with the Native American Protection and Advocacy (NAPAP) to develop and print a Navajo Disability Resource Manual. The DDPC also funded an Assistive Technology Directory in conjunction with the CDD. Both of these resources are updated and integrated into the Info Center databases for ready access.
Requests for Proposals
Currently there are no Requests for proposals
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