Program Resources

Here is where you can find program updates and resources to guide you on your journey of self-direction

Self-Direction MN Updates: What You Need to Know for 2025 Self-direction Programs and Legislative Updates

December 20, 2024

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?…

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Excludable Income for Live-in Caregivers per IRS Notice 2014-7

December 20, 2024

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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Self-Direction MN Updates: What You Need to Know for 2025 Self-direction Programs and Legislative Updates

Dec 20, 2024

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?…

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Excludable Income for Live-in Caregivers per IRS Notice 2014-7

Dec 20, 2024

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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Minnesota Preparing to Give Caregiver Bonus’s to qualifying employees

Dec 4, 2024

We have some incredibly exciting news for caregivers and support workers across Minnesota! The State has announced that it will be offering bonuses to eligible workers who earn $30 an hour or less. This new initiative is designed to provide extra financial support to the dedicated professionals who play a crucial role in the State’s…

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CDI Receives National Excellence in Financial Management Services Award

Dec 20, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that CDI has been recognized nationally with the prestigious Excellence in Financial Management Services Award from Applied Self Direction. This award highlights our exceptional leadership and management of Financial Management Services (FMS) in the self-direction program. CDI was nominated for this honor due to our unwavering commitment to service and…

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Legislative and Union Updates Set to Begin January 30, 2024

Dec 20, 2023

Effective January 30, 2024, a spouse or parent of a minor is no longer limited to 40 hours of paid personal assistance services in a seven-day period.  Any hours over 40 hours per week overtime would apply and paid at time and a half regular rate of pay. Prior to submitting additional hours, you must…

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