Provides adult day health, care management, homemaker, personal care assistant, respite, adult family living, assisted living, assistive technology, bill payer, care transitions, chore, chronic disease self-management program, companion, environmental accessibility adaptations, home delivered meals, mental health counseling, PERS, recovery assistant Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employm Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employment and Day Supports CT Individual and Family Support Waiver CT Mental Health CT Katie Beckett Waiver CT Personal Care Assistance Connecticut ABI Resources Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employm Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employment and Day Supports CT Individual and Family Support Waiver CT Mental Health CT Katie Beckett Waiver CT Personal Care Assistance Connecticut ABI Resources Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employm Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employment and Day Supports CT Individual and Family Support Waiver CT Mental Health CT Katie Beckett Waiver CT Personal Care Assistance Connecticut ABI Resources Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employm Waiver Facts Government Funded Programs CT ABI Waiver II CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver CT Employment and Day Supports CT Individual and Family Support Waiver CT Mental Health CT Katie Beckett Waiver CT Personal Care Assistance Connecticut ABI Resources 1/3 Connecticut Waiver Factsheet CT ABI Waiver II (1085.R01.00) Provides ABI group day, adult day health, homemaker, personal care, prevocational services, respite, supported employment, ABI recovery assistant II, ABI recovery assistant, assistive technology, chore, cognitive behavioral programs, community living support services (CLSS), companion, consultation services, environmental accessibility modifications, home delivered meals, independent living skills training, personal emergency response systems (PERS), substance abuse programs, transportation, vehicle modification services for individual with brain injury ages 18 – no max age CT Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver I (0302.R05.00) Provides homemaker, pre-vocational service, respite, supported employment, ABI group day, assistive technology, chore, cognitive behavioral programs, community living support services (CLSS), companion, environmental accessibility adaptation, home-delivered meals, independent living skills training, personal emergency response systems (PERS), substance abuse programs, transitional living services, transportation, and vehicle modification services for individuals with brain injury ages 18 - no max age. CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver (0437.R03.00) Provides adult day health, blended supports, group day supports, group supported employment, live-in caregiver (42 CFR §441.303(f)(8)), prevocational services, respite, independent support broker, assisted living, assistive technology, behavioral support services, community companion homes (CCH), community living arrangements (CLA), companion supports aka as adult companion, continuous residential supports, customized employment supports, environmental modifications, health care coordination, individual directed goods and services, individual supported employment, individualized day supports, individualized home supports, interpreter, nutrition, parenting support, peer support, personal emergency response system (PERS), personal support, remote supports service, senior supports, shared living, specialized medical equipment and supplies, training, counseling and support services for unpaid caregivers, transitional employment services, transportation, vehicle modifications for individuals developmental disabilities 18 yrs - no max age and individuals with intellectual disabilities 3 yrs - no max age CT Employment and Day Supports (0881.R02.00) Provides adult day health, blended supports, group day supports aka community based day support options, individual supported employment, prevocational services, respite, independent support broker, peer support, assistive technology, behavioral support services, customized employment supports, environmental modifications, group supported employment, individual direct goods and services, individualized day support, interpreter, personal emergency response system (PERS), remote supports services, specialized medical equipment and supplies, training, counseling and support services for unpaid caregivers, transitional employment services, transportation, and vehicle modifications for individuals with developmental disabilities ages 18 - no max age and individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 3 - no max age. CT HCBS for Elders (0140.R07.00) Provides adult day health, care management, homemaker, personal care assistant, respite, adult family living, assisted living, assistive technology, bill payer, care transitions, chore, chronic disease self-management program, companion, environmental accessibility adaptations, home delivered meals, mental health counseling, PERS, recovery assistant, transportation for aged individuals ages 65 - no max age CT Home and Community Supports Waiver for Persons with Autism (0993.R01.00) Provides live in companion, respite, assistive technology, clinical behavioral support services, community mentor, individual goods and services, interpreter, job coaching, life skills coach, non-medical transportation, personal emergency response system, social skills group, and specialized driving assessment for individuals with autism ages 3 – no max age. CT Individual and Family Support Waiver (0426.R03.00) Provides adult day health, blended supports, community companion homes, group day supports, individual supported employment, live-in companion, prevocational services, respite, independent support broker, assistive technology, behavioral support services, companion supports aka adult companion, continuous residential supports, customized employment supports, environmental modifications, group supported employment, health care coordination, individualized day supports, individualized home supports, individually directed goods and services, interpreter, nutrition, parenting support, peer support, personal emergency response system (PERS), personal support, remote supports services, senior supports, shared living, specialized medical equipment and supplies, training, counseling and support services for unpaid caregivers, transitional employment services, transportation, and vehicle modifications for individuals with developmental disabilities ages 18 – no max age, and individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 3 – no max age. CT Katie Beckett Waiver (4110.R08.00) Provides case management to individuals with physical disabilities ages 0-22 CT Mental Health Waiver (0653.R03.00) Provides adult day health, community support program, supported employment, assisted living, assistive technology, brief episode stabilization, chore services, home accessibility adaptations, home delivered meals, interpreter, mental health counseling, non-medical transportation, overnight recovery assistant, peer supports, personal emergency response systems, recovery assistant, specialized medical equipment, and transitional case management for individuals with mental illness ages 22 to no max age . CT Personal Care Assistance (0301.R05.00) Provides adult day health, agency-based personal care assistant, care management, meals on wheels, adult family living, mental health counseling, personal emergency response system (PERS) for individuals with physical disabilities ages 18-64.

HOME TEAM MEETINGS. There are several reasons why having home healthcare Teem meetings at you home can be great: Convenience: Home healthcare meetings can be scheduled at a time that is convenient for the patient and their family, rather than having to travel to a healthcare facility. Team Meetings at Your Home. There are several reasons why having home healthcare Teem meetings at your home can be significant: Convenience: Home healthcare meetings can be scheduled at a time that is convenient for the patient and their family, rather than having to travel to a healthcare facility. Comfort: Home healthcare meetings can be held in a familiar and comfortable environment, which can help to reduce stress and anxiety for the patient. Cost-effective: Home healthcare meetings can be more cost-effective than in-person visits to a healthcare facility, as they can save on transportation costs and time spent traveling. Personalized care: Home healthcare meetings can provide more personalized care, as the healthcare provider can assess the patient's home environment and identify any potential issues that may impact their health. Increased communication: Home healthcare meetings can facilitate better communication between the healthcare provider and the patient, as they can discuss the patient's progress and any concerns in a more relaxed and informal setting.

ABI Resources ILST, a leader in providing independent living skills training, empowers individuals with brain injuries in Connecticut to lead fulfilling lives. We invite passionate healthcare professionals to join our dynamic and collaborative APPLY HERE Position: Independent Living Skills Trainer ( ILST ) An exceptional opportunity to join a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live their best lives. The Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST) plays a critical role in promoting independence, safety, and personal growth for individuals with diverse needs. This position is highly proactive, progressive, and results-oriented. Requirements: 1-2 years of healthcare experience Experience in implementing behavioral treatment and care plans Valid driver's license and access to a car Strong time management and organizational skills Proficiency with smartphones and tablets Successful completion of background check and drug testing prior to hire Adherence to dress code and professional standards Commitment to providing the highest standards of care and accountability Experience in assisting individuals recovering from: Strokes Concussions Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Tumors Community-based settings Responsibilities include supporting clients with: Safety Organizational skills Medical and therapeutic rehabilitation homework Medication reminders Social engagement Employment assistance Financial management Social skills Daily living activities Additional Information: Regular drug screening required Key Duties: Develop and prepare teaching materials for Independent Living Skills Training and Support Service sessions. Schedule client sessions and programming based on Individual Service Plans and training domains. Conduct in-home training, teaching, and support for clients in areas such as money management, nutrition, cooking, comparison shopping, emergency procedures, community awareness, mobility, laundry procedures, household management, sex/public health education, medical procedures, counseling, crisis intervention, and housing. Provide training in accordance with current care plans and the least restrictive environment philosophy (1:1 staff-client ratio, unless otherwise specified). Coordinate client training programs with other programs in which they are involved. Complete daily activity reports documenting direct hours spent with clients and submit to supervisor(s) on the first day of the following month. Maintain up-to-date client files. Assist clients in coordinating with other programs, services, and benefit systems, such as Social Security, AFDC, WIC, food stamps, counseling, etc. Attend monthly staff meetings and individual meetings with team members. Participate in Inter-Disciplinary Team meetings as requested. Perform other duties as assigned. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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Click here to download Training Downloads • ABI Employer Manual-Appendix.pdf • Appointment Weekly Schedule.pdf • DSS Provider Information Manual - Acknowledgement Form.pdf • DSS Provider Information Manual.pdf • Employee Training Documentation Form-Spanish.pdf • Employee Training Documentation Form.pdf • Employer OPT-OUT Form .pdf • Employer Orientation Certification.pdf • Job Description -Chore Services.pdf • Job Description -Companion Services.pdf • Job Description -Homemaker Services.pdf • Job Description -Personal Care Assistance Services.pdf • Weekly Schedule (large format).pdf • ABI Service Description for Manual.pdf • DSS Provider Information Manual-Spanish translation.pdf Employment Downloads • ABI Employment Packet Sample.pdf • DSS Provider Directory Application.pdf • Transportation Application Packet.pdf • Transportation Services Application Supplement.pdf • ILST Application Packet.pdf • Rapid Paycard FAQs.pdf • DSS Employment Application checklist.pdf • Employment Packet Checklist.pdf • Employment Status Form.pdf • DSS Provider Agreement.pdf • Form I-9.pdf • DSS Employment Packet.pdf • 2023 CT W-4.pdf • 2023 W-4.pdf • Employment Forms Packet.pdf General Information Downloads • Agency-Vendor Information Update.pdf • Discrimination is Illegal Poster (distributed to Employer at the time of home visit).pdf • Discrimination is Illegal Poster-Spanish (distributed to Employer at the time of home visit).pdf • Emergency Contact & Medical Information Form.pdf • Participant-Employer WC Information Booklet (for distribution at the home visit or by mail upon request to DSS program participants).pdf • Sexual Harassment is Illegal Poster (distributed to Employer at time of home visit).pdf • Spanish Signature Verification Form Sample.pdf • Web B Poster to Work English Version.pdf • ACR Consent and Acknowledgement Form.pdf • Sample Signature Verification Form-Spanish.pdf • Sample Signature Verification Form.pdf • Grievance Form.pdf • Authorized Representative Documentation Packet.pdf • Signature Verification Packet.pdf • Authorized Representative Document.pdf • Authorized Representative Document Instructions with Sample.pdf • Participant-Representative Personal Information Update Packet.pdf • Personal Information Update Form.pdf Payroll Downloads • CT Universal Time Sheet Sample.pdf • DSS Vendor Billing Invoice Form (Sample).pdf • MFP Realtor Billing Invoice Form.pdf • Billing Form for Pre-Approved Services.pdf • Pre-Approved Service Payment Authorization.pdf • Billing Form for Pre-Approved Services-Sample.pdf • CT DSS Universal Time Sheet.pdf • Payroll Notice.pdf • Direct Deposit Authorization.pdf • EVV Telephony Instructions English.pdf • EVV Telephony Instructions Spanish.pdf • DSS Pay Schedule v2023.pdf Form Links • Employee termination Form • Non-Payment Inquiry Form • Personal Information Update Form • Request for Information Form   ABI Basic Information Sessions ABI Basic Informational Session Quiz – Handouts – Here Spanish (Española): Informacion Basica De La Prueba De Las Sesiones – Handouts – Here There are two Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waivers, known as ABI Waiver I and ABI Waiver II, which are administered by the Department of Social Services (DSS). These waivers provide a person-centered plan of care for an array of non-medical, home and community-based services to individuals with an acquired brain injury who currently receive or would otherwise require services in an institutional setting. Both waivers are functionally similar, however ABI Waiver II includes new services, has a lower cost cap and does not have Transitional Living Services. Note: ABI Waiver I is currently closed to new participants. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for the ABI Waiver II, individuals must be: • Eligible for Medicaid • Between ages 18 and 64 with an acquired brain injury • Meet the DSS “Level of Care Requirement” which means that without the waiver services the individual would otherwise receive services in an institutional setting • Able to participate in the development of a service plan in partnership with a DSS social worker or have a conservator to do so. An ABI is an injury to the brain that has occurred after birth which results in improper brain function. The condition cannot be congenital, developmental, or degenerative to be considered for the ABI Waiver II. Med-Connect applicants may also meet the financial eligibility rules for the program through the Medicaid for Employed Disabled coverage group. Under the program, working individuals can have income up to $75,000 per year, $10,000 in assets and receive Medicaid subject to payment of a monthly premium. Individuals who cannot afford the cost of care, but are over Medicaid’s limits may still qualify. The state has a spend down program that evaluates an individual’s care costs and their income. If it is calculated that an individual cannot meet their care costs, they can qualify for Medicaid by spending-down their income over the limit on their medically-necessary care costs. Types of Services & Supports that can be used for Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Services may include assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as eating, bathing, dressing, transferring and toileting. Other supports include, but are not limited to: • Case management (care plan development and monitoring) • Transportation • Vocational support • Independent Living Skills training • Personal Care Assistance (PCA) Services • Homemaker-Companion Services • Respite Services • Home Delivered Meals • Assistive Technology • Home Modifications • Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) Connecticut Waiver Factsheet CT ABI Waiver II (1085.R01.00) Provides ABI group day, adult day health, homemaker, personal care, prevocational services, respite, supported employment, ABI recovery assistant II, ABI recovery assistant, assistive technology, chore, cognitive behavioral programs, community living support services, companion, consultation services, environmental accessibility modifications, home delivered meals, independent living skills training, personal emergency response systems, substance abuse programs, transportation, and vehicle modification services to individuals with brain injury ages 18 or older who meet a hospital, nursing facility, or ICF/IID level of care. CT Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver (0302.R05.00) Provides homemaker, pre-vocational service, respite, supported employment, ABI group day, assistive technology, chore, cognitive behavioral programs, community living support services, companion, environmental accessibility adaptation, home-delivered meals, independent living skills training, personal emergency response systems, substance abuse programs, transitional living services, transportation, and vehicle modification services to individuals with brain injury ages 18 or older who meet a hospital, nursing facility, or ICF/IID level of care. CT Comprehensive Supports Waiver (0437.R03.00) Provides adult day health, blended supports, group day supports, group supported employment, live-in caregiver, prevocational services, respite, independent support broker, assisted living, assistive technology, behavioral support services, community companion homes, community living arrangements, companion supports aka as adult companion, continuous residential supports, customized employment supports, employment transitional services, environmental modifications, health care coordination, home delivered meals, individual directed goods and services, individual supported employment, individualized day supports, individualized home supports, interpreter, nutrition, parenting support, peer support, personal emergency response system, personal support, remote supports service, senior supports, shared living, specialized medical equipment and supplies, training/counseling/support services for unpaid caregivers, transportation, and vehicle modification services to individuals with developmental disabilities ages 18 or older and individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 3 or older who meet an ICF/IID level of care. CT Employment and Day Supports Waiver (0881.R02.00) Provides adult day health, blended supports, group day supports aka community based day support options, individual supported employment, prevocational services, respite, independent support broker, peer support, assistive technology, behavioral support services, customized employment supports, employment transitional services, environmental modifications, group supported employment, home delivered meals, individual direct goods and services, individualized day support, interpreter, personal emergency response system, remote supports, specialized medical equipment and supplies, training/counseling/support services for unpaid caregivers, transportation, and vehicle modification services to individuals with developmental disabilities ages 18 or older and individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 3 or older who meet an ICF/IID level of care. CT HCBS for Elders Waiver (0140.R07.00) Provides adult day health, care management, homemaker, personal care assistant, respite, adult family living, assisted living, assistive technology, bill payer, care transitions, chore, chronic disease self-management program, companion, environmental accessibility adaptations, home delivered meals, mental health counseling, personal emergency response systems, recovery assistant, and transportation services to individuals ages 65 or older who meet a nursing facility level of care. This waiver operates with a concurrent 1915(b)(4) authority. CT Home and Community Supports Waiver for Persons with Autism (0993.R02.00) Provides live-in companion, respite, assistive technology, clinical behavioral support services, community mentor, individual goods and services, interpreter, job coaching, life skills coach, non-medical transportation, personal emergency response system, social skills group, and specialized driving assessment services to individuals with autism ages 3 or older who meet an ICF/IID level of care. CT Individual and Family Support Waiver (0426.R04.00) Provides adult day health, blended supports, community companion homes, group day supports, individual supported employment, live-in companion, prevocational services, respite, independent support broker, assistive technology, behavioral support services, companion supports aka adult companion, continuous residential supports, customized employment supports, employment transitional services, environmental modifications, group supported employment, health care coordination, home delivered meals, individualized day supports, individualized home supports, individually directed goods and services, interpreter, nutrition, parenting support, peer support, personal emergency response system, personal support, remote supports services, senior supports, shared living, specialized medical equipment and supplies, training/counseling/support services for unpaid caregivers, transportation, and vehicle modification services to individuals with developmental disabilities ages 18 or older, and individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 3 or older who meet an ICF/IID level of care. CT Katie Beckett Waiver (4110.R08.00) Provides case management services to individuals with physical disabilities ages 0-22 years who meet a hospital, nursing facility, or ICF/IID level of care. CT Mental Health Waiver (0653.R03.00) Provides adult day health, community support program, supported employment, assisted living, assistive technology, brief episode stabilization, chore services, home accessibility adaptations, home delivered meals, interpreter, mental health counseling, non-medical transportation, overnight recovery assistant, peer supports, personal emergency response systems, recovery assistant, specialized medical equipment, and transitional case management services to individuals with mental illness ages 22 or older who meet a nursing facility level of care. CT Personal Care Assistance Waiver (0301.R05.00) Provides adult day health, agency-based personal care assistant, care management, meals on wheels, adult family living, mental health counseling, and personal emergency response system services to individuals with physical disabilities ages 18-64 years who meet a nursing facility level of care. This waiver operates with a concurrent 1915(b)(4) authority.

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Discover the signs and symptoms of CT brain injury at our Connecticut home health care service. Find the support you need to navigate recovery. What are the Signs and Symptoms of Concussion? Most people with a concussion recover well from symptoms experienced at the time of the injury. But for some people, symptoms can last for days, weeks, or longer. In general, recovery may be slower among older adults, young children, and teens. Those who have had a concussion in the past are also at risk of having another one. Some people may also find that it takes longer to recover if they have another concussion. Symptoms of concussion usually fall into four categories: Thinking/ Remembering Physical Emotional / Mood Sleep Difficulty thinking clear headache Fuzzy or blurry vision Irritability Sleeping more than usual Feeling slowed down nausea or vomiting (early on) Dizziness Sadness Sleep less than usual Difficulty concentrating Sensitivity to noise or light Balance problems More emotional Trouble falling asleep Difficulty remembering new information Feeling tired, having no energy Nervousness or anxiety Some of these symptoms may appear right away. Others may not be noticed for days or months after the injury, or until the person resumes their everyday life. Sometimes, people do not recognize or admit that they are having problems. Others may not understand their problems and how the symptoms they are experiencing impact their daily activities. The signs and symptoms of a concussion can be difficult to sort out. Early on, problems may be overlooked by the person with the concussion, family members, or doctors. People may look fine even though they are acting or feeling differently. See Getting Better , for tips to help aid your recovery after a concussion. When to Seek Immediate Medical Attention Danger Signs in Adults In rare cases, a person with a concussion may form a dangerous blood clot that crowds the brain against the skull. Contact your health care professional or emergency department right away if you experience these danger signs after a bump, blow, or jolt to your head or body: Headache that gets worse and does not go away. Weakness, numbness or decreased coordination. Repeated vomiting or nausea. Slurred speech. The people checking on you should take you to an emergency department right away if you: Look very drowsy or cannot wake up. Have one pupil (the black part in the middle of the eye) larger than the other. Have convulsions or seizures. Cannot recognize people or places. Are getting more and more confused, restless, or agitated. Have unusual behavior. Lose consciousness. Danger Signs in Children Take your child to the emergency department right away if they received a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, and: Have any of the danger signs for adults listed above. Will not stop crying and are inconsolable. Will not nurse or eat. Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention References Taylor CA, Bell JM, Breiding MJ, Xu L. Traumatic Brain Injury–Related Emergency Department Visits, Hospitalizations, and Deaths — United States, 2007 and 2013 . MMWR Surveill Summ 2017;66(No. SS-9):1–16. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.ss6609a1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. Report to Congress on mild traumatic brain injury in the United States: steps to prevent a serious public health problem. Atlanta (GA): Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 2003. Coronado VG, Haileyesus T, Cheng TA, Bell JM, Haarbauer-Krupa J, Lionbarger MR, Flores-Herrera J, McGuire LC, Gilchrist J. Trends in sports- and recreation-related traumatic brain injuries treated in US emergency departments: The National Electronic Injury Surveillance System-All Injury Program (NEISS-AIP) 2001-2012 . J Head Trauma Rehabil 2015; 30 (3): 185–197.

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Discover ABI Resources' mission to empower individuals struggling with behavioral health through real solutions that promote happiness and wellness. Our Educational Support Program Services provide guidance and assistance for students, families, teachers, and therapeutic professionals in CT. Join us in building a community of support and success! مهمتنا هي دعم احتياجات الأشخاص الذين يعانون وتقديم حلول حقيقية تعزز الحياة السعيدة والصحية. خط المساعدة 860 942-0365 تستمر خدمات برنامج الدعم التعليمي من ABI Resources في توجيه الطريق للطلاب والأسر والمدرسين والمهنيين العلاجيين الذين قد يواجهون تحديات الصحة السلوكية ومعهم. نحن نساعد في تحديد احتياجات الشخص والدفاع عنها وإيصالها للشخص والأسرة والمدرسة. نحن نعمل بشكل وثيق مع الشخص والأسرة والمعلمين بالإضافة إلى مقدمي الخدمات الطبية والعلاجية. يعتمد أساس تنمية الطفولة السعيدة والناجحة على التواصل الواضح والفهم الرحيم لجميع المعنيين.

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Housing Assistance - Rental Assistance Program (RAP) - ABI RESOURCES www.CTbrainINJURY.com Housing Assistance - Rental Assistance Program (RAP) What are RAP certificates? The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) is the major state-supported program for assisting very low-income families to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Participants find their own housing, including apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes. The participant is free to choose any private rental housing that meets the requirements of the program, as described below. RAP certificates are funded through the Department of Social Services (DSS) and are administered statewide by DSS and its agent, J. D’Amelia & Associates (JDA). JDA subcontracts the operation of RAP to six local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and one Community Action Agency in the state. A family that is issued a RAP certificate is responsible for finding a suitable housing unit of the family's choice where the owner agrees to rent under the program. This unit may include the family's present residence. Rental units must meet minimum standards of quality and safety as defined by the State of Connecticut, which has adopted the federal Housing Quality Standards (HQS) as established by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). A housing subsidy is paid by JDA directly to the landlord on behalf of the participating family. The family pays the difference between the actual rent charged by the landlord and the amount subsidized by the program. Who is eligible? Eligibility for a RAP certificate is determined based on the household's annual gross income and the state's definition of a family. Participation is limited to U. S. citizens and specified categories of non-citizens who have eligible immigration status. In general, the family's income may not exceed 50 percent of the annual median income (AMI) for the county or metropolitan area in which the family chooses to live. Connecticut has adopted the AMI levels published by HUD. These levels vary by location throughout the state. During the application process, information on family composition, income, and assets is collected by the PHA. The PHA verifies this information and uses it to determine the family's eligibility and the amount of their housing assistance payment. If the PHA determines that a family is eligible, the PHA will place the family on a waiting list, unless it is able to assist them immediately. Once a family is chosen from the waiting list, the PHA will contact them and issue them a certificate. How does a family apply? The Department of Social Services will re-open the waiting list to accept applications when most people on the waiting list have been served. When the list is about to be opened, a notice and pre-application form will be placed in local newspapers as well as on the DSS web-site. The waitlist is currently closed. The waiting list / What is it and how does it affect me? Because the demand for housing assistance always exceeds the limited funds available, long waiting periods are common. For example, DSS closes the waiting list when more families are on the list than can be assisted in the near future. RAP Certificates - How do they function? The Rental Assistance Program leaves the choice of housing to the individual family. A very low-income family selected by JDA to participate is encouraged to consider several housing choices to secure the best housing for its needs. A certificate holder is advised of the unit size for which their family is eligible, based on family size and composition. The housing unit selected by the family must meet an acceptable level of quality and safety before the PHA can approve the unit. When the certificate holder finds a unit that she or he wishes to occupy and reaches an agreement with the landlord over the rental agreement terms, the PHA must inspect the dwelling and determine that it meets housing quality standards. The PHA determines a maximum allowable rent (MAR). The MAR is the amount generally needed to rent a moderately-priced dwelling unit in the local housing market. The MAR is used to calculate the amount of housing assistance a family may receive. The MAR does not limit the amount of rent a landlord may charge, but it does limit the amount of rent a tenant may pay. A family receiving a certificate can select a unit with a rent that does not exceed the MAR. The rent subsidy The PHA calculates the maximum amount of housing assistance that a family may receive. A family pays 40 percent of its monthly income on rent and utilities, while elderly and disabled families pay 30 percent of their monthly income. Can a family move and continue to receive housing choice voucher assistance? A family's housing needs change over time with changes in family size, job locations, and for other reasons. RAP is designed to allow families to move without the loss of housing assistance. Moves are allowed as long as the family notifies the PHA ahead of time, terminates its existing rental agreement within the rental agreement requirements, and finds acceptable alternate housing. Under RAP, new certificate-holders may choose a unit anywhere in Connecticut. Roles - the tenant, the landlord, the housing agency, and DSS Once a PHA approves an eligible family's housing unit, the family and the landlord sign a rental agreement. At the same time, the landlord and the PHA sign a housing assistance payments (HAP) contract that runs for the same term as the rental agreement. This means that everyone, the tenant, the landlord and the PHA, has duties and tasks under the RAP. Those duties and tasks are: • Tenant's Obligations: When a family selects a housing unit, and the PHA approves the unit and rental agreement, the family signs a rental agreement with the landlord for at least one year. The tenant may be required to pay a security deposit to the landlord. RAP does not pay security deposits. After the first year, the landlord may initiate a new rental agreement or allow the family to remain in the unit on a month-to-month basis. When the family is settled in a new home, the family is expected to comply with the rental agreement and the RAP requirements, pay its share of rent on time, maintain the unit in good condition, and notify the PHA of any changes in the household income or family composition. • Landlord's Obligations: The role of the landlord in the RAP is to provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing to a tenant at a reasonable rent. The dwelling unit must pass the program's Housing Quality Standards and be maintained up to those standards as long as the owner receives housing assistance payments. In addition, the landlord is expected to provide the services agreed to as part of the rental agreement signed with the tenant and the contract signed with the PHA. • PHA’s Obligations: The PHA administers the program locally. The PHA provides a family with housing assistance that enables the family to find suitable housing. The PHA also enters into a contract with the landlord to provide housing assistance payments on behalf of the family. If the landlord fails to meet the owner's obligations under the rental agreement, the PHA has the right to terminate assistance payments. The PHA must re-examine the family's income and composition at least annually and must inspect each unit at least annually to ensure that it meets minimum Housing Quality Standards. • DSS's Role: DSS contracts with John D'Amelia & Associates, LLC to administer the Rental Assistance Program for the state. DSS also develops policies, procedures and regulations, provides technical assistance to JDA and its subcontractors provides due process administrative hearing rights to program participants and monitor the administration of the program to ensure that program rules are followed properly.