Program Resources
CDCS and CSG July 1, 2022 Program Updates
Wage floor increase: Effective July 1, 2022, legislative funding and the SEIU collective bargaining agreement requires all employees to be at the union minimum wage of $15.25.
Budget Changes: Effective July 1, 2022, legislative funding authorized the following budget increases; 0.81% increase to Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) monthly budgets under AC, EW and Brain Injury (BI), Community Alternative Care (CAC), Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) and Developmental Disabilities (DD) waivers.
For more information please visit the DHS website: https://mn.gov/dhs/partners-and-providers/news-initiatives-reports-workgroups/long-term-services-and-supports/ltss-rates/
Why does my e-mail from CDI require a password to open?
You may notice that when you receive an email from CDI that it is coming encrypted or secure. The reason is that HIPAA requires us to do so when we are sending any protected information. This is for your protection. To view the email you will need to set up a password. This password is then used for CDI emails going forward. When we are communicating via email and there is no protected information included in the body or attachment, we will do our best to add DNE at the end of the subject line - telling our system it’s safe and to “Do Not Encrypt”. We understand that this is a hassle and we apologize. Thank you for understanding our desire and obligation to protect your personal information.
CDI Receives National Excellence in Financial Management Services Award
CDI was recognized nationally and voted best in the nation for the Excellence in Financial Management Services award as presented by Applied Self Direction. We were nominated for this award based on our exemplary leadership of FMS functions in the self-direction program. We have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to service and quality that is recognized nationally by both our colleagues and the people we serve. Click here to view our nomination.
Excludable 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 gross income under IRS Section 131, issued January 3, 2014. To take advantage of this new law you will need to contact your tax professional and re-submit your taxes for the prior years. Please act now to receive your benefits. Click on the link below for more information.
Certain Medicaid Waiver Payments May Be Excludable From Income