They may help the individual adapt to physical changes associated with aging. They may be smaller in scope than traditional programs, requiring attention to smaller details of the skills the person is learning. Special attention to how skill development takes place may be required. For example, many older adults resent receiving instruction from staff persons many years, even decades, their junior. It is critical that the person responsible for service coordination for the individual also monitor implementation.
Monitoring includes reviewing documentation.
When documentation does not exist or is inadequate in its content, follow up with all those involved should occur in order to rectify the situation. The frequency of monitoring is determined by the complexity of the individual s plan or particular intervention. Monitoring should be at a frequency which enables the service coordinator to know what is happening and for corrections to the plan to occur within a reasonable period of time. Yes, all people on the waiver will require skill development. If they truly do not require it, or do not want it, they are not good candidates for waiver enrollment.