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William "Bill" Sammis, CEO at CRVI, is a recognized leader and known for his progressive, innovative ideas and ability to present view points, issues and perceptions with a level of clarity and purpose. Stay up to date on issues and discussions that affect the Crystal Run Village community.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
In honor of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, the CRVI administrative office will be closed on Monday, January 21st.
In the words of Dr. King, "the time is always right to do what is right"
I want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year!
Happy Holidays!
We have moved to our new building
Happy Holidays!
Happy Thanksgiving
Veteran's Day
New Administrative Support Building Nears Completion.
This article appeared in the Times Herald Record on Friday, October 19, 2018
National Disability Employment Awareness Month Dinner
Annual Luncheon
OPWDD message regarding National Disability Employment Awareness Month
OPWDD posting of Qualifications Document Summary Presentation
OPWDD Self Direction Webinar
Family Fun Day
DSP Recognition Week
DSP Recognition Week
Commissioner Delaney Announces Public Comment Period for Managed Care Qualification Document
OPWDD Community Inclusion Campaign
"Mornings with Van Show" interviews CRVI CEO
CRVI Meeting with County Administrators and OPWDD Respresentatives
OPWDD People First Newsletter - Summer Edition
Acting Commissioner Delaney Announces Launch of Care Coordination Organizations
Happy Fourth of July!!!
House of Representatives budget measure
Proactive Caring Stress Reduction is a FREE training designed for family caregivers of individuals with intellectual, developmental or other disabilities.
Happy Father's Day!
Happy Memorial Day!
Happy Mother's Day
Happy Nurse's Week
Information Forums on Care Coordination Organizations - Register today!
Join us at a Job Fair on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at One Stop Center, 50 North Street, Monticello, NY.
Call Peter Quintana, HR Recruiter, at 845-695-2516 with questions. We hope to see you there!
OPWDD Leadership Conference
OPWDD update on NYS Budget
OPWDD Spring Newsletter
Administrative Support Building Progress
OPWDD celebrates Autism Awareness Month and World Autism Day
LifePlan CCO Family Forum Cancelled
Due to the weather forecast for snow tomorrow, Wednesday, March 21st, the LifePlan Family Forum scheduled for 6:00 pm at Jawonio in Rockland County has been cancelled. The Forum will be rescheduled for a future date.
New Announcement from OPWDD - Public Forms will be held to discuss the transition to Care Coordination
Integrated Supportive Housing Webinars
Message from OPWDD regarding Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is pleased to share the Final Draft Waiver Transition Plan which lays out New York State’s path to a more flexible service system that is responsive to the changing needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. The Transition Plan is required for our move to New York State’s 1115 Waiver, and for the development of Care Coordination Organizations which will provide Health Home Care Management services.
The State appreciates the thoughtful comments submitted by numerous individuals and organizations during the December 5, 2017 through January 5, 2018 public comment period. The Final Draft Waiver Transition Plan reflects changes based on your feedback, including:
• The renaming of the Care Management opt-out option to “Basic HCBS Plan Support”;
• An extended timeframe for completion of the initial Life Plan to align with each individual’s person centered review schedule;
• Modification to the Health Home Checklist to include a signature line for the individual, family member or guardian;
• Clarification on the impact on children enrolled in the OPWDD Care At Home (CAH) Waiver; and
• Additional detail surrounding Phase II & III implementation plans.
A comprehensive summary of the 1115 Transition Plan Response to Public Comment document that includes the State’s response is available at https://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid/program/medicaid_health_homes/idd/draft_idd_1115_waiver.htm. This document will be submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for review and final approval.
While the Transition Plan includes activities planned for the move to managed care over a five-year period, the full implementation of managed care in our system will depend on the experiences of people served during the earlier phases of this transition period. The Transition Plan will be updated and we will share our progress with you as we move forward.
Life Plan Care Coordination Family Meeting
OPWDD Webinar on 2/15/2018
From the NY Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation:
Families Join the #bFair2DirectCare Coalition
Monday is a very significant day in our nation’s history.
Happy New Year
I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year! I look forward to an exciting 2018 at CRVI.
Enjoy your holiday and travel safely!
Bill
Happy Holidays!!!
I want to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season! 2018 will be an exciting year at CRVI.
Bill
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to be interviewed by Bob DeFelice for his talk show on FOX Radio. During the 30 minute interview, we discussed developments at CRVI and the changes in our system.
Happy Thanksgiving!
I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
I especially want to thank all of our staff, many of whom will be working during the holiday. I truly appreciate your commitment to CRVI’s mission.
Bill
People First Care Coordination: Announcement of Additional Forums
Thank You to All of Our Veterans
Happy Veteran’s Day to all!
Thank you to each one of you that have served this country! It is greatly appreciated.
Bill
Annual Luncheon
I want to say “Thank you” to all of the staff who attended the Annual Luncheon yesterday. We could not have this great event without your support. It is truly a day that focuses on our mission and reminds everyone of the importance of the supports we provide to people. There were smiling faces throughout the room and that is because of you.
I really appreciate all of your efforts today and every day. Thank you again!
Bill
Family Fun Day!
I would like to say thank you to all of the volunteers who helped at the event today. I also would like to thank all of our staff who helped make it possible for the individuals we support attend. Whether you came to the event or worked at one of the programs/houses, your efforts made it possible for people to enjoy the day.
Family Fun Day is a great example of our New Directions… New Lives initiative. Thank you again for making it possible!
Bill
Happy Labor Day!
Happy Labor Day everyone! Thank you to all of our hardworking staff. We could not be successful without you! Bill
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week
This year Direct Support Professional Recognition Week is held from September 10-16, 2017. Let’s make sure we thank all of our dedicated staff for their efforts. They deserve to be recognized year round!
Bill
