Arc History
Programs & Services
HCBS
HOME Project
Policies & Procedures
100

What was The Arc of Southeast Iowa previously names?

The Arc of Johnson County

100

Which program can have hourly units authorized?

Supported Employment

100

What does HCBS stand for?

Home and Community-Based Services

100

The current waiver system is moving to...

2 waivers. Adult and Child. 

100

When are timesheets due to be signed?

Tuesday of Payroll week by 12pm.

200

What year was The Arc of Southeast Iowa Established?

1957

200

This program only happens once a year.

Summer Program

200

How is Habilitation different then a Waiver?

Habilitation funding is for individuals with chronic mental illness.

200

Which of the 7 waivers will not be included as part of the 2 waivers?

Elderly Waiver will remain separate.

200

How much time do we have to submit a Critical Incident Report?

24 hours from the time of the incident. 

300

Name a previous Executive Director.

Karen DeGroot

Bill Reagan

300

This service cannot be provided if the primary caregiver is working.

Respite

300

Name the waiver that authorizes annual Respite.

Intellectual Disability Waiver

300

When does the new fee schedule begin?

January 1st 2027

300

Who is responsible for making an AMNE claim?

All employees are mandatory reporters. The person who discovers the ANME makes the call to HHS. Their supervisor/service team member can support them if requested.

400

What does the term "The Arc" represent?

A bridge to services and community. 

400

This program has the most people supported.

Day Hab

400

Where are Critical Incident Reports filed?

IMPA

400

Is Habilitation part of the HOME project?

No

400

How can staff or people supported report a formal complaint.

Email the Executive Director.

Use the Complaint Report on our website.

500

Who founded The Arc of Southeast Iowa? Bonus 5pts if you can name a person.

A group of parents wanting to keep their children out of institutions and in their home. 

Ruth Becker

500

This service is 100% goal focused 100% of the time.

Supported Community Living

500

What is the HCBS Settings Rule?

Individuals..

  • are integrated into their communities;
  • are supported to make every day and major life choices;
  • can access community life and resources;
  • experience autonomy; and
  • are afforded other important consumer protections and human rights. 
500

Name one of the new services being added to the HCBS menu.

Peer Monitoring

Community Transition Services

Prevocational Services (added to HIV/AIDs and HD)

Employment Services (added to HIV/AIDs and HD)

500

What is reported quarterly to people supported or their caregivers?

Service hours, goal summaries, rights restrictions. 

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