CSI was formed to
meets the needs of individuals who are intellectually/developmentally disabled
that were not being met by other providers/resources. CSI is fully committed
to serving the needs of the participants and putting forth the utmost effort in
trying to provide these services in the fastest, most effective manner
possible, with a focus on the needs of the participants and their families.
The agency promotes person-centered planning by providing
services or linkage to services which will enable individuals to focus on their
strengths and interests so they may realize their full potential by developing
skills, competencies, and talents in order to improve their quality of life by
implementing supports, assistive technology, and/or adaptations as
needed. The agency promotes the right of people with disabilities to make
choices about their own lives, to have the same rights and responsibilities as
everyone else, and to speak and advocate for themselves.
As a smaller, locally operated agency, CSI strives to provide
services that are client/family specific in a more timely fashion.
CSI will work with other agencies, groups, and the general public to eliminate
discrimination and encourage the development of services appropriate to the
individual person by advocating for their rights and needs.
Title XIX
The West Virginia
Medicaid Program is administered pursuant to Title XIX of the Social Security
Act and Chapter 9 of West Virginia Code.
The Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) contracts with an
Administrative Services Organization (ASO). The ASO, APS Healthcare, acts as an
agent of BMS and administers the operation of the I/DD Waiver Program. The ASO
processes initial eligibility determination packets and conducts the annual
functional assessment to establish re-determination of medical eligibility. The
ASO conducts education for I/DD Waiver providers, members, advocacy groups, and
DHHR. The ASO provides a framework and a process for the purchase of waiver
services. At times, the ASO, in collaboration with BMS will provide answers to
policy questions which serve as policy clarifications.
The I/DD Waiver
Program (formerly the MR/DD Waiver Program) provides services that
instruct, train, support, supervise, and assist individuals who
have intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities in
achieving the highest level of independence and self-sufficiency possible in
their lives. The I/DD Waiver Program provides services in natural settings,
homes and communities where the member resides, works, and shops instead
of ICF/MR facilities.