Data Collection
Þ May 2008 - A focus group meeting was held at the Multicultural Community Services in Springfield with a mix of parents/guardians and long-term support professionals*.
Þ March 2008 - We have wrapped up over 35 interviews with a mix of medical personnel, state legislators, and insurance providers.
Þ December 2007 - Nine focus groups in the Boston area have been conducted with self-advocates, parents/guardians, and long-term support professionals*
*Professions include mid-level managers, senior staff members, nurses, and state agency personnel who can speak to the health care services recipients receive
Collaborative Meetings
Þ August 2008 - Guidance was once again sought from the supportive and knowledgeable Health Care Steering Committee. Members reviewed the research findings and discussed possible policy recommendations.
Þ February 2008 - The Health Care Project Team and Steering Committee joined a conference call with Beverly Roberts, Director of The Arc of New Jersey's Mainstreaming Medical Care Program. Ms. Roberts provided insight on the project she has managed for 19 years, including how her team sustained long-term funding, etc.
Þ November 2007 - The Health Care Project Steering Committee met to discuss and give guidance on the interview questions. The group continues to be a great team to work with!