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Stipends for CFSS budget model, PCA Choice, CDCS and CSG workers
DHS has contracted with The Odyssey Group to register workers for voluntary training opportunities and the verification and distribution of stipend payments through May 31, 2026. Direct support workers retention stipend program– Workers are eligible to receive one $1,200 stipend each fiscal year of the 2025-2027 contract. For more information and check eligibility, please visit the DHS…
Read MoreYour voice matters!
Your voice matters! Your local representatives need to hear from you, so they know how these services help people like you. Here are some easy ways to share your thoughts with your representative: Tip: Keep it short and clear. If you are writing a letter, keep it to one page or 500 words if you…
Read MoreSelf-Direction MN Updates: What You Need to Know for 2025 Self-direction Programs and Legislative Updates
As we move toward 2025, some important updates may affect your plan. We want to make sure you’re fully informed about these changes, and most importantly, reassure you that we will guide you through each step of the process. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Wage Floor Increase: What Does This Mean for You?…
Read MoreExcludable Income for Live-in Caregivers per IRS Notice 2014-7
If you are a caregiver for someone on a Medicaid waiver (i.e. CDCS, 245D Basic Respite, and Personal Supports) and you live with the individual, your wages may be specifically excludable from your gross income under IRS Section 131, issued January 3, 2014. To take advantage of this law you will need to contact your…
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