LAC 48:I.20115. Plan for State Personal Assistance Services [Formerly LAC 67:VII.1117]

A. Following a determination of eligibility for services, an appropriate individualized assessment will be completed to determine the scope of services. After a case-by-case assessment of needs, a service plan will be developed, implemented, and updated as appropriate. The service plan will be individualized and outcome oriented. B. A state personal assistance services plan is to be developed between the participant and the management contractor to determine the specific goods/services needed. A SPAS plan shall be initiated annually or more often, if indicated. The SPAS plan and all updated plans shall be contained in the participant’s case record. C. The participant is to cooperate fully in the development of the SPAS plan, including all changes and amendments. The participant’s signature is required for the personal assistance plan and any amendments. D. Minimum content of the personal assistance plan: 1. identification of specific goods/services to be delivered; 2. the frequency of goods/services with flexibility; 3. the beginning date and service review dates. E. Annual State Personal Assistance Services Plan Review. Every 12 months a review of the SPAS plan is mandatory and shall be reflected on the amended plan. A review can be done before 12 months, if indicated. In all cases, the participant shall be involved in any review and/or changes to his/her personal assistance plan.