NLACRC IS CURRENTLY MONITORING THIS IMPORTANT SITUATION AND WILL CONTINUE TO UPDATE AS INFORMATION IS RELEASED THAT AFFECTS NLACRC’S SERVICE PROVIDERS.

Service providers can view additional information for the general public here.

INFORMATION FROM NLACRC

March 24, 2020 Executive Director Message

March 20, 2020 Executive Director Message

March 16, 2020 Executive Director Message

March 16, 2020 NLACRC Update

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INFORMATION FROM DDS

DDS COVID-19 Information and Resources Page: Click here to visit site

DDS Directives: Click here to view all DDS directives for COVID-19

DDS Updates: Twitter / Facebook

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VENDOR BILLING

DDS has authorized regional centers to pay vendors for absences directly resulting from COVID-19.  View the following for more information:

DDS Directive (March 12, 2020)

NLACRC Update (March 31, 2020) / Updated Instructions / Excel Spreadsheet

NLACRC Update (March 27, 2020)

NLACRC State of Emergency Summary (March 13, 2020)

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ALTERNATIVE SERVICE DELIVERY

DDS has waived a number of requirements to allow regional centers and service providers flexibility in the delivery of services.  View the following for more information:

DDS Directive (March 18, 2020)

State of CA DSS Provider Information Summary (March 18, 2020)

NLACRC Update (March 24, 2020)

NLACRC Update to Behavior Analytic and Adaptive Skills Providers (March 24, 2020)

Self Certification Form for Service Providers

Services Eligible for Alternate Location or Remote Access

NLACRC Update (March 16, 2020)

NLACRC Update to Early Start Providers (March 13, 2020)

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RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS

NLACRC Update (March 26, 2020)

PIN 20-08-ASC - Statewide Waivers for Licensing Requirements Due to COVID-19 (March 18, 2020)

PIN 20-07-ASC - Prevention, Containment, Mitigation Measures, and Statewide Waiver for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) (March 13, 2020)

PIN 20-04 - Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency (March 6, 2020)

Previous PINS are available at the CCLD website

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RISK MITIGATION STRATEGIES

DDS Directive –Strategies for ARFPSHN and ICF/DD-CN Facilities (March 23, 2020)

State of CA DSS Provider Information Summary – Strategies for Adult and Senior Care Licensees (March 13, 2020)

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SPECIAL INCIDENT REPORTING

Alternate special incident reporting measures have been implemented to report COVID-19 related incidents.  IT IS IMPERATIVE  THAT YOU READ THE INFORMATION BELOW TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THESE ADDITIONAL MEASURES.  To report COVID-19 related incidents, complete a special incident report and report to hotline@nlacrc.org. 

If you become aware of any consumer that has tested positive or is symptomatic of the COVID-19, please immediately notify executive administration using hotline@nlacrc.org.

Healthcare providers should immediately notify their local or state health department in the event of an identification of a PUI for COVID-19. When working with your local or state health department, check their available hours.

DDS Directive (March 25, 2020)

NLACRC Update (March 26, 2020)

NLACRC Update (March 20, 2020) 

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OTHER RESOURCES

County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health:

DPH COVID-19 Website

California Department of Public Health:

CDPH COVID-19 Website
CDPH All Facilities Letters
Guidance for Healthcare Facilities on Preparing for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for Individuals With Access and Functional Needs

California Department of Social Services:

Provider Information Notice - State of Emergency
All Provider Information Notices

California Department of Aging:

Frequently Asked Questions (Community-Based Adult Services)

Center for Disease Control (CDC):

CDC COVID-19 Website
What You Need to Know About Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Stop the Spread of Germs

Webinars/Informational Calls:

"COVID-19" Information Call – Presented by the State of CA DSS – March 12, 2020, 3:00 p.m. 
"Providing Direct Services to Children and Families During a Crisis: Navigating Psychosocial Impacts of COVID-19" Webinar – Presented by UC Davis Human Services – April 2, 2020, 1:30 p.m. 
"The Role of the DSP and Coronavirus" webinar (Available for viewing anytime)