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Important Reminder: $100 Assessment Incentive Still Available* *for Section 21 or 29 or Waitlist Members, and Youth aged 16+

If you or a member that you support has not taken the SIS-A assessment yet, there is still a SIS-A member incentive available to take the SIS-A right now. The SIS-A is high-quality data that helps inform the Person-Centered Planning process. It also provides OADS with support information for the design of innovative service options through the new Lifespan Waiver.

OADS is expanding the assessment to include youth aged 16 or older.

Who is eligible for the SIS-A member incentive?

* A Section 21 or 29 member or on the waitlist for these waivers 

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* A youth 16 or older with an IDD/Autism diagnosis who is on or eligible for MaineCare and expected to transition to Maine adult services, Section 21, Section 29 or Lifespan.

What does not qualify for the SIS-A member incentive?

* Previously performed training assessments do not qualify, as there has already been reimbursement for training assessments. 
* Other SIS-A assessment attendees, like family members or guardians, do not qualify for this member-only incentive.  

Would you like to learn more about the SIS-A Member Incentive or assessment processes?

* Click here to see frequently asked questions (FAQs) [ [link removed] ] about the SIS-A assessment and the current incentive.
* Explore other resources including:
* Path for ME Transition Planning Site [ [link removed] ] – for youth transition to adult services
* SIS-A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for members, family and other support team members – updated 12/14/23 [ [link removed] ]      
* SIS-A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for community case managers (CCMs) [ [link removed] ]     
* OADS Website - "A Path for ME" Needs Assessments [ [link removed] ]     
* SIS-A Assessment Report - AAIDD Sample  [ [link removed] ]     
* OADS Presentation - Orientation to "A Path for ME" Needs Assessment [ [link removed] ]      
* American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) Website [ [link removed] ]      

Contact the Maximus Help Desk to schedule a SIS-A assessment:

* Call – 207.771.4639
* Email – [email protected]

Learn more about Maximus

Maximus provides conflict-free administration of the SIS-A assessments across the state of Maine on behalf of the Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS). The company also manages the state’s Assessment Services Agency (ASA), which is an integrated service for assisting individuals across a range of support programs.  Maximus has extensive experience partnering with state, federal and local governments to administer conflict-free assessment services for persons with intellectual, behavioral health, and developmental disabilities, as well as older adults and individuals with complex medical conditions.

Learn more about Maximus services and capabilities [ [link removed] ].

 

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