Back up Plan for Consumer Directed Services is a legal document that was released by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - a government authority operating within North Carolina.
Q: What is Consumer Directed Services?
A: Consumer Directed Services is a program in North Carolina that allows individuals with disabilities to have more control and flexibility in managing their own care.
Q: What is a back up plan for Consumer Directed Services?
A: A back up plan for Consumer Directed Services is a contingency plan for when the regular caregiver is unavailable, ensuring that the individual's care needs are still met.
Q: Why is a back up plan important?
A: A back up plan is important because it ensures that individuals receiving Consumer Directed Services have access to care in case the regular caregiver is unable to provide it.
Q: Who can create a back up plan?
A: The individual receiving Consumer Directed Services, with support from their chosen caregiver or a trusted person, can create a back up plan.
Q: What should be included in a back up plan?
A: A back up plan should include a list of alternate caregivers, their contact information, and instructions for accessing any necessary supplies or equipment.
Q: How often should a back up plan be reviewed?
A: A back up plan should be reviewed regularly, at least annually, or whenever there are changes in the individual's care needs or the availability of the regular caregiver.
Form Details:
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