Minnesota Department of Human Services offers options that give people more control over the services and supports they receive. These include:
People who use these services and direct the support workers who provide personal support services have new options:
People who receive services may qualify for a higher reimbursement rate or budget for PCA, CDCS and CSG for work that is both:
A one-time $500 stipend is available for up to 1,500 workers in PCA Choice, CDCS and CSG who complete training requirements.
To see whether your worker is eligible for the enhanced rate or stipend, visit the Enhanced rates and training stipends for support workers webpage for Partners and Providers.
For more information about how a worker qualifies for the enhanced rate and the training stipend, see the documents below: