Special Needs Subsidy
Name 2 requirements for eligibility for the Alabama Special Needs Childcare Subsidy Program
Early Intervention- (IFSP), Proof of Diagnosis, Receiving 2 types of Therapies, IEP,
What does IFSP stand for?
Individualized Family Service Plan
What does CCEP stand for?
Childcare Enhancement With A Purpose
When can flex time be used?
1) After it has been earned
2) Same pay period
3) Must be documented on your calendar for which dates/activities you have time from
4) Some exceptions upon approval
What year did the Americans with Disabilities Act become a law?
1990
What type of center can accept the Special Needs Subsidy?
DHR Licensed Center or Family Group home
What does AAC (as in AAC Device) stand for?
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
What is the governing organization that determines Childcare licensing?
DHR
What all should be included on your quality activity entry on your calendar?
2) Actual time of activity (travel time not included)
3) Type and Title of Activity (training, TA, Parent table, etc)
4)Address
Name one thing that CCEP does not do during Technical Assistance visits.
Declare/Assume a diagnosis, provide direct therapy services to a child, Suggest an altered attendance schedule for the child, etc
How many years total can a child be enrolled on the subsidy?
3
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
How many total counties in Alabama does CCEP support?
67
What does admin use your google calendar for?
1) To send to DHR for pop in visits
2) To verify activities, mileage, time off, etc
3) To hold every team member accountable
Which current CCEP team member has been here the longest?
Kelli
What is the one criteria that would keep a child enrolled in Early Intervention from qualifying for the special needs subsidy?
If they are or have been enrolled in any other type of childcare subsidy in the past year
What does IEP stand for?
Individualized Education Plan
What year did CCEP begin?
2000
What should you do on your calendar if a training is canceled?
Leave the activity on your calendar but add "canceled" in the title and add the reason in the description
What are the four main functions of behavior? (Featured in the Cracking the Code training)
Attention, Escape, Access to Tangible, Sensory/Automatic
What is the maximum weekly reimbursement rate?
$275
What does ADA stand for?
Americans with Disabilities Act
What is the checklist that should be used in all classrooms to assess the accessibility needs in each environment?
ICP- Inclusive Classroom Profile
How often should your calendar be updated?
Daily (more if needed)
*As often as you schedule new activities
What year was United Cerebral Palsy founded?
1949