What is an ICF/IID?
An ICFIID is an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. In 1972 the ICF/MR program (now called ICF/IID) was developed by Medicaid as an incentive to upgrade the quality of care in public institutions. In order to receive funding through the ICF/IID program, facilities must ensure that individuals receive the following services: 24 hour nursing care, access to education and day programming, therapy services, and timely access to medical care. The ultimate goal of an ICF/IID is to assist our individuals in maintaining or achieving their highest level of independence.
How is UCM Residential Services Accredited?
UCM Residential Services is licensed through the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD). In addition, UCM Residential Services is a certified provider through the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) federally. The local monitoring authority for CMS is the Oho Department of Health (ODH). These agencies provide oversight to the services and supports UCM Residential Services provides to the individuals living in the facility. Reviews are conducted annually and as needed.
What is the placement criteria?
Individuals seeking placement at UCM Residential Services must be diagnosed with a developmental disability. UCM Residential Services specializes in the care of individuals with moderate to profound developmental disabilities. If interested in placement at UCM Residential Services, please contact Mary Drouillard, Admissions & Discharge Specialist at 937-968-6265 for more information.
How is UCM Residential Services Funded?
UCM Residential Services is primarily funded by Medicaid; however, if an individual does not qualify for Medicaid, private pay is also accepted.
What is “Active Treatment”?
The CMS definition of Active Treatment is aggressive, consistent implementation of a 24 hour program of specialized and generic training, treatment, health services & related services. As an ICF/IID, it is UCM Residential Services’ goal to maximize each individual’s ability to perform skills to promote self-determination and independence and prevent regression and loss of each individual’s current functional status. Active Treatment is the process of taking everyday situations and using them as learning opportunities. For example, if an individual is able to cut their food with a knife, UCM Residential Services’ staff will encourage the individual to cut their food with a knife every time the opportunity presents itself.
Is there a visitation policy at UCM Residential Services?
There is no policy. UCM Residential Services is the home of the individuals living in the facility. Family and friends are encouraged to visit as often as they would like. Due to security reasons, we ask that all visitors enter and exit our building through the front door.
What services does UCM Residential Services provide?
UCM Residential Services provides the following services:
UCM Residential Services’ nursing department is responsible for scheduling medical appointments. UCM Residential Services has a Transportation DSP who routinely accompanies individuals on medical appointments, however other programming staff assist as needed. UCM Residential Services contracts provides transportation to and from medical appointments with UCM Residential Services’ vehicles. Individual’s guardians or other family members are welcome to attend appointments if desired. Some healthcare providers provide in facility services such as the dentist, optometrist, and podiatrist. However, the individual may choose to go out of facility for these services. Medical Director provides annual physicals and regular visits on-site.
An ICFIID is an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. In 1972 the ICF/MR program (now called ICF/IID) was developed by Medicaid as an incentive to upgrade the quality of care in public institutions. In order to receive funding through the ICF/IID program, facilities must ensure that individuals receive the following services: 24 hour nursing care, access to education and day programming, therapy services, and timely access to medical care. The ultimate goal of an ICF/IID is to assist our individuals in maintaining or achieving their highest level of independence.
How is UCM Residential Services Accredited?
UCM Residential Services is licensed through the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD). In addition, UCM Residential Services is a certified provider through the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) federally. The local monitoring authority for CMS is the Oho Department of Health (ODH). These agencies provide oversight to the services and supports UCM Residential Services provides to the individuals living in the facility. Reviews are conducted annually and as needed.
What is the placement criteria?
Individuals seeking placement at UCM Residential Services must be diagnosed with a developmental disability. UCM Residential Services specializes in the care of individuals with moderate to profound developmental disabilities. If interested in placement at UCM Residential Services, please contact Mary Drouillard, Admissions & Discharge Specialist at 937-968-6265 for more information.
How is UCM Residential Services Funded?
UCM Residential Services is primarily funded by Medicaid; however, if an individual does not qualify for Medicaid, private pay is also accepted.
What is “Active Treatment”?
The CMS definition of Active Treatment is aggressive, consistent implementation of a 24 hour program of specialized and generic training, treatment, health services & related services. As an ICF/IID, it is UCM Residential Services’ goal to maximize each individual’s ability to perform skills to promote self-determination and independence and prevent regression and loss of each individual’s current functional status. Active Treatment is the process of taking everyday situations and using them as learning opportunities. For example, if an individual is able to cut their food with a knife, UCM Residential Services’ staff will encourage the individual to cut their food with a knife every time the opportunity presents itself.
Is there a visitation policy at UCM Residential Services?
There is no policy. UCM Residential Services is the home of the individuals living in the facility. Family and friends are encouraged to visit as often as they would like. Due to security reasons, we ask that all visitors enter and exit our building through the front door.
What services does UCM Residential Services provide?
UCM Residential Services provides the following services:
- 24 hours support and services in a home-like environment
- 24 hours a day nursing care
- Facility physician – routine visits & on-call availability 24 hours a day
- Consulting psychiatrist – routine visits & on call consultation 24 hours a day
- Vocational & socialization opportunities at Art Sense Day Service & Access to public school systems
- Consulting Occupational Therapist – in facility supports & services
- Consulting Physical Therapist – in facility supports & services
- Consulting Speech Therapist – in facility support & services
- Licensed Dietician
- Consulting Psychologist – in facility support & services
- Therapeutic Recreational Services
- Community Integration
- Consulting Behavior Specialist & Programming Consultant
- Behavioral Intervention Supports & Services
- Social Services
- Home – Based training
- Transportation Services – Community outings, medical appointments, day services
- In-House Dental, Vision, and Podiatry Services are available if needed
- Representative Payee & Authorized Representative for Department of Job & Family Services
UCM Residential Services’ nursing department is responsible for scheduling medical appointments. UCM Residential Services has a Transportation DSP who routinely accompanies individuals on medical appointments, however other programming staff assist as needed. UCM Residential Services contracts provides transportation to and from medical appointments with UCM Residential Services’ vehicles. Individual’s guardians or other family members are welcome to attend appointments if desired. Some healthcare providers provide in facility services such as the dentist, optometrist, and podiatrist. However, the individual may choose to go out of facility for these services. Medical Director provides annual physicals and regular visits on-site.