Spend down issues need to be addressed. In order for a person to stay in their own home they need to keep some money for repairs and maintenance. All new housing should be accessible or be able to make it accessible with minor modifications. Transportation is needed in rural areas. Accessible housing tends to be concentrated in one area - needs to be spread throughout the community.
Independent individuals have no case management.
Staff need more training. Need handbook of service resources. Improve the gap in communication between state and local agencies. Case manager needs to be more knowledgeable. Agencies who work with people with disabilities should have staff with disabilities.