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Breaking down Communication Barriers in the Healthcare Setting

WebBreaking down Communication Barriers in the Healthcare Setting. Tom, who experiences communication challenges, had a medical emergency and required treatment at the …

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The MEAD Program

WebKnow Your Rights. Medicaid for Employed Adults with Disabilities, (the MEAD Program) allows individuals with severe disabilities to work and still qualify for Medicaid benefits. It …

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The ADA and Healthcare

WebThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act require that health care providers provide individuals with disabilities …

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Psychiatric Medications DRCNH

WebKnow Your Rights. As part of your psychiatric treatment through the mental health center or New Hampshire Hospital, your doctor may prescribe medications to help you in your …

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Conditional Discharge DRCNH

WebWhen you have been committed to New Hampshire Hospital, the hospital may discharge you in one of two ways. Absolute discharge: your commitment order is terminated and …

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Community Mental Health Settlement Agreement

WebIn 2014, following litigation by our office, the Community Mental Health Agreement (CMHA) was created to help people diagnosed with serious mental illness to …

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Children's Medicaid (EPSDT)

WebEarly and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program. EPSDT is a Medicaid program for children under the age of 21. Under EPSDT, Medicaid eligible …

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Developmental Disabilities and Your Legal Rights

WebKnow Your Rights. Adults and children with a developmental disability or acquired brain disorder may be entitled to receive a variety of services from the NH Department of …

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Legislature is Right to Focus on Community Mental Health Services

WebThe legislature is responsibly using this opportunity to rebuild New Hampshire’s mental health system by addressing short-term needs for inpatient capacity …

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Amanda D v. Hassan DRCNH

WebOn February 12, 2014, Judge Steven J. McAuliffe issued a final order in the case of Amanda D. v. Hassan, approving the landmark class action settlement agreement for expanded …

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From 1978 to Today, Learn about DRC NH's background

WebThe federal district court ruled in DRC-NH’s favor and issued a preliminary injunction order requiring defendants to produce the records. DRC NH was Founded in 1978 as The …

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Special Medical Services and Partners in Health DRC-NH

WebPartners in Health (PIH) is a statewide community-based program that provides support to families of children with chronic health conditions or young adults themselves, …

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Restraint and Seclusion DRCNH

WebMechanical restraint means using straps, cuffs, or any type of device, to limit freedom of movement. “Four points” is a kind of mechanical restraint. Seclusion is when you are put …

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Utilizing PAMI to help with disability related legal issues

WebPAIMI Program. PAIMI Goals and Priorities: October 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021. DRC-NH receives PAIMI funds to serve adults and children with significant mental illnesses or …

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Managed Care Appeals and Grievances

WebOmbudsman's Office. In addition to filing a grievance or appeal, you can contact the the Department of Health and Human Services Ombudsman’s Office at 603-271-6941, 603 …

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Expert Reviewer Report Number Thirteen

WebThe Expert Reviewer’s Thirteenth Report was issued on January 27, 2021. Summary of progress to date “Most of calendar year 2020 has been dominated by the …

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Area Agency Services

WebArea agencies are private non-profit corporations, funded in large part through, and supervised by, the NH Department of Health and Human Services’ Bureau of …

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Finding Love with Common Ground

WebSpring 2020 Disability RAPP: The Intersection of Disability and Sexuality Finding Love with Common Ground By Vanessa Blais, Project Manager with the NH Council on …

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Giving Care: A Strategic Plan to Expand and Support New

WebExpand and Support New Hampshire's Health Care Workforce 7 II. Development of the State Plan: Assessment and Planning The Assessment: In 2020 the Forward Fund …

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Meet the Disability Rights Center Board Of Directors

WebTo achieve this, one third (1/3) of our Board members must be people with disabilities or family members of people with disabilities, and one fourth (1/4) of our …

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