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IndependentChoices: Report on Arkansas Focus Groups
This report showcases the findings of qualitative research that was conducted in Arkansas. The objectives of the research included: providing and overview of CCDE, identifying ways to increase referrals to the IndependentChoices program, and identifying professionals to act as ambassadors to the project. Research and findings are identified and discussed.
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The Cash & Counseling Qualitative Study: Stories From The Consumer-Directed Care Program In Florida
The following report presents twenty-four case stories about the experience of adults and children with disabilities who receive the cash option in the Consumer Directed Care Program in the state of Florida. The report is available as both a downloadable pdf or as a interactive on-line guide which helps users navigate through the report and easily find information.
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Determining Consumer Preferences for a Cash Option: Arkansas Survey Results
The Cash & Counseling Demonstration and Evaluation (CCDE) aimed to increase consumer direction and control costs by offering a cash allowance and information services to persons with disabilities, enabling them to purchase needed assistance. This article presents results from a telephone survey conducted in Arkansas and describes how findings from the four state CCDE can inform consumer information efforts and policymakers.
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The Cash & Counseling Qualitative Study: Stories from the IndependentChoices Program in Arkansas
This report provides a background into the purpose and design of the study and highlights twenty-seven case stories of participants in the Arkansas IndependentChoices program. The case stories focus on consumer, caregiver, and counselor reactions and experiences with the program. A discussion on prevalent topics and themes of the interviews is provided.
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The Cash & Counseling Qualitative Study: Stories from the Personal Preference Program in New Jersey
Twenty-five qualitative studies focusing on the experience of adults with disabilities, who were part of the Personal Preference Program in New Jersey, are presented in this report. The study focuses on the differences the program has made in the lives of the consumers, how this program compares with previous experiences, and how services were provided.
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The Effect of Consumer Direction on Personal Assistance Received in Arkansas
This study examines how this model of consumer-direction changes the way consumers meet their personal assistance needs. Consumers reported the type, timing, and amount of personal assistance they received, as well as any home or vehicle modifications and equipment purchases made, to meet their personal assistance needs. This report discusses consumer-satisfaction, unmet needs, and additional Medicaid costs.
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Determining Personal Care Consumers' Preferences for a Consumer-Directed Cash & Counseling Option: Survey Results from Arkansas, Florida, New Jersey, and New York Elders and Adults with Disabilities
The purpose of this study was to determine consumers’ interest in a cash option for personal assistance services, in comparison to traditional agency-delivered services. Telephone surveys and focus groups produced information on four states, including demographics, and preference toward a cash option. The results are discussed and policy issues are examined.
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Consumer Preferences for a Cash Option Versus Traditional Services: Telephone Survey Results for New Jersey Elders and Adults
The University of Maryland conducted telephone surveys and focus groups to determine consumers’ preferences for a cash option or traditional agency delivered services in New Jersey. This article reports the findings including, demographics, interest in a cash option, and attractive program features.
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An Exploratory Study of Personal Assistance Service Choice and Decision-Making Among Persons with Disabilities and Surrogate Representatives
This report’s results suggest that surrogates can adequately represent consumer's views about satisfaction with personal assistance, and therefore provide encouragement to continue investigation of the utility of surrogate representatives. The study results also replicate previous findings that persons with cognitive impairments and persons with severe disabilities are able to express their preferences for everyday matters.
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Consumer Preferences for a Consumer-Directed Cash Option Versus Traditional Services: Telephone Survey Findings for Florida Elders and Adults with Physical Disabilities
Review the findings of this telephone survey focusing on the preferences of Florida elders and adults with physical disabilities toward a cash option or traditional services. Results include a description of the sample demographics, services received, satisfaction level, and interest in a cash option.
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