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Connecticut Home Care Agencies: Seize this 2024 Opportunity!

01/25/2024

Is your home care agency struggling to attract new clients? 

Connecticut’s Department of Social Services (CT DSS) Waiver program presents a remarkable opportunity for your agency. 

By becoming a DSS-certified home care provider, you can serve Medicare-eligible clients and expand your reach. A successful application registers your agency with the state’s Area Agencies on Aging – a well-established source of home care referrals. 

If the thought of figuring out the process for applying is intimidating, we can help!

As former home care agency managers, we understand the challenges you face. Adding new projects can feel overwhelming when your team is already stretched thin.

Corcoran Consulting Group can help you navigate the path to becoming a DSS-Certified Home Care Provider.

Starting the journey is as simple as calling Allied Community Resources at 860-627-9500 and letting them know that you want to participate in the Waiver Program.

Allied will send a packet of information regarding the application process. 

To ensure a successful application, here are some of the things to have ready:

•    Three years of audited financial statements. Maintaining transparent financial records is crucial. 
•    Updated policies and procedures documents. Your agency’s policies and procedures should be up-to-date and compliant with state regulations.
•    Notification forms. Have forms in place to document required information about caregiver hiring and supervision as well as client intake and activities.
•    New Hire Packet with required forms and background information.
•    Ongoing training program. Establish and document an ongoing training program for your caregivers to ensure compliance with mandatory training.
•    Letters of reference. Collect letters of reference from satisfied clients to showcase your agency’s track record.

Whether you need assistance with policies and procedures, getting your financial statements in order, or establishing hiring, onboarding, or training programs, we’re here to help. 

Our team can provide step-by-step guidance through the DSS application process so you can stay focused on running your agency.

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to grow your home care agency through Connecticut’s DSS Waiver program. Give us a ring at (203) 691-1319 or contact info@corcoranconsultants.com.