ASK an Expert Webinars

  
This selection of Webinars only reflects those that we have recorded for the school year of 2023 - 2024.
We have a dedicated YouTube Channel that houses all of our past webinar. You can find a wide variety of topics on our channel in addition to what you see here.

 

ASK an Expert: Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Program

Iowa currently has seven HCBS Waivers in the Waiver Program that provides service funding and individualized supports to maintain eligible members in their own homes or communities who would otherwise require care in a medical institution.

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ASK an Expert: Youth Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

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ASK an Expert: Psychiatric Medical Institutions for Children (PMIC)

Learn about Psychiatric Medical Institutions for Children referred to as PMIC and how to have your child referred. We will debunk common misunderstandings, including the belief that the likelihood of a PMIC placement is increased by filing for a Child In Need of Assistance (CINA).

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ASK an Expert: Medicaid Unwind

Join our National Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) partners to learn about the Medicaid Unwind and the specifics to Iowa. You will learn about the Medicaid Unwind, what needs to be done to have continuing Medicaid coverage, and information to help you understand your options if you are no longer eligible for Medicaid and CHIP.

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ASK an Expert: ACHIEVE - the new online system for IEPs and IFSPs

Join ASK Resource Center, Amy Alfrey and Dee Gethman as they discuss ACHIEVE - The new online system for IEPs and IFSPs.

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ASK an Expert: Iowa Medicaid: Notice of Decision & Appeal Process

Learn about the process for appealing a decision from a Managed Care Organization (MCO) or Fee For Service (FFS) through Iowa Medicaid. Webinar participants will learn about a Notice Of Decision and where can it be found. You will increase your understanding about appealing a decision from your MCO or FFS, and you will understand who can offer support in the appeal process.

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ASK an Expert: Iowa Medicaid Q & A with the Director

Watch Director Matney discuss state updates and a do question and answer session about Iowa Medicaid. You will learn about the outcomes and recommendations from the Iowa Waiver Services Survey, explore questions and answers from families around Medicaid & Waiver services and supports, and gain knowledge on how to engage in the conversation about Medicaid changes.

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ASK an Expert: Parent Participation in IEP Decision Making

This webinar presented by ASK Resource Center staff explains who is part of the IEP team, the parent’s role in IEP team decision making, and some tips for a successful meeting.

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ASK an Expert: Conflict Resolution in Special Education

Join ASK Resource Center and Mari Brown, Family Support Specialist & Transition Iowa Coordinator at ASK to get an overview of the Conflict Resolution in Special Education.

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ASK an Expert: What is the Health Insurance Premium Payment (HIPP)

Join ASK Resource Center and Katie Peck, Case Management at Easterseals to get an overview about the Health Insurance Premium Payment (HIPP). Katie will share: What is HIPP, who could qualify, how you can inquire, and what options there are for case management.

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ASK an Expert: Medicaid: Consumer Choice Option (CCO)

Do you want to direct your waiver services yourself? CCO might be an option for you. CCO is a program that allows waiver recipients the ability to recruit, hire, and train their staff to meet their service needs.

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ASK an Expert: Consumer Choices Option (CCO) with Joy Barlean, ISB

Join ASK Resource Center to grow your understanding and knowledge of Consumer Choices Option (CCO). CCO will allow you to hire your own support staff for your child on an HCBS waiver. Joy Barlean, a parent, and Independent Support Broker will provide examples and answer questions about how CCO can support the many different needs of your child.

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ASK an Expert: Iowa Able Accounts

Learn about Iowa Able accounts while gaining knowledge about who is eligible for an account, explore the options for contributing to and accessing an ABLE account and what the funds can be used for and understand how your eligibility for social security benefits and Medicaid can be protected with an IAble account.

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ASK an Expert: What is SSI and How to Apply

Gain an understanding of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program and how individuals can access SSI while being employed, learn about aplying for SSI benefits and tips and tools for maximizing benefits and find out what you can do prior to applying for SSI benefits to assist with the process.

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