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Participant Spotlight – Josh’s Path to Joy, Confidence, and Creative Independence with Self-Direction
If you’ve ever had the joy of meeting Josh Lockwood-Wewer, you quickly realize he’s someone special. Towering at over six…
Participant Spotlight – Meghan’s Recipe for Independence and Inclusion Through Self-Direction
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and PremierFMS is proud to spotlight Meghan Perkins—a vibrant, hardworking, and inspiring…
Celebrating Pride Month: Honoring Identity, Love, and Self-Direction
At PremierFMS, we’re proud to stand with the LGBTQIA+ community this Pride Month. Pride is about more than parades and…
Self-Direction News | PremierFMS Utah March 2025 e-Newsletter
The March PremierFMS Utah e-Newsletter covers recent Self-Direction news and updates relevant to Direct Care Professionals, Participants, and Self-Advocates throughout…
Self-Direction News | PremierFMS Veteran Directed Care March 2025 e-Newsletter
The March PremierFMS Veteran Directed Care e-Newsletter covers recent Self-Direction news and updates relevant to Direct Care Professionals, Participants, and…
Self-Direction News | PremierFMS Wisconsin March 2025 e-Newsletter
The March PremierFMS Wisconsin e-Newsletter covers recent Wisconsin Self-Direction news and updates relevant to Direct Care Professionals, Participants, and Self-Advocates…
How to Use the Caretime Mobile App in Utah – EVV Instructions
The CareTime Mobile app is essential for participants enrolled with PremierFMS and their Direct Care Professionals. The instructions on this…
Veteran Employment Opportunities – Navigating the April Hiring Surge
April is a peak month for Veteran employment opportunities. Many companies seek to hire former service members during this time…
Ryan’s Journey to Independence Through Self-Direction
Note – Ryan Klotz is an enrolled participant with PremierFMS’ sister company, Personal Accounting Services (PAS), out of Taylor, Michigan…
Independent Living Centers and their Role in Self-Direction
What Are Independent Living Centers (ILCs)? Independent Living Centers are community-based organizations run by and for people with disabilities. ILCs…
World Autism Acceptance Month: PremierFMS Celebrates Month of Inclusion and Awareness
April is World Autism Acceptance Month (WAAM). In April and all months, PremierFMS stives to promote understanding, inclusion, and support…
Share Your Story to Protect Medicaid Funding Access in Wisconsin
PremierFMS understands your concerns about the current state of affairs in Washington. With concern to Medicaid funding access and what…
Self-Direction News | PremierFMS Wisconsin December 2024 e-Newsletter
The December PremierFMS Wisconsin e-Newsletter covers recent Wisconsin Self-Direction news and updates relevant to Direct Care Professionals, Participants, and Self-Advocates…
VDC Self-Direction News | PremierFMS VDC December 2024 e-Newsletter
The December PremierFMS Veteran-Direct Care e-Newsletter covers recent VDC self-direction news and updates relevant to Veterans. e-Newsletter contents include: A…
December 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Utah
The December 2024 PremierFMS Utah e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Utah. E-Newsletter contents include:…
Mental Health Resources for Veterans During the Holidays
The holiday season, while a time of joy for many, can bring unique challenges for Veterans. From feelings of isolation…
EVV in Wisconsin | What are my EVV Responsibilities as a Direct Care Professional
Resources Mentioned Download a printable version of How to Monitor EVV Usage. Monitoring EVV Usage The State of Wisconsin requires…
How to Monitor Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Usage
In Wisconsin, EVV is required for all Direct Care Professionals (workers) who provide IRIS self-directed personal care (T1019, SDPC) and…
VA Caregivers Support Program Supports Direct Care Professionals
For family caregivers supporting Veterans, the VA has programs for caregivers to support with training and other needs. The VA’s…
Direct Care Professional Resources from National Family Caregivers Month
Helpful Resources from National Family Caregivers Month Caregiver Action Network Recognizing and Supporting Caregivers from Caregiver Action Network. President Joe Biden’s…
VA Self-Direction News | PremierFMS VA Fall 2024 e-Newsletter
The Fall PremierFMS Veterans Affairs e-Newsletter covers recent VA self-direction news and updates relevant to Veterans. e-Newsletter contents include: A…
Self-Direction News | PremierFMS Utah Fall 2024 e-Newsletter
The Fall PremierFMS Utah e-Newsletter covers recent self-direction news and updates relevant to Participants, Direct Care Professionals, and Self-Advocates throughout…
Self-Direction News | PremierFMS Wisconsin Fall 2024 e-Newsletter
The Fall PremierFMS Wisconsin e-Newsletter covers recent Wisconsin Self-Direction news and updates relevant to Direct Care Professionals, Participants, and Self-Advocates…
How to Submit Timesheets? Use the e-Timesheets User Manual
The PremierFMS e-Timesheets User Manual is your source to learn how to submit timesheets accurately and on time. At PremierFMS,…
Respite Care Training for New Providers from the ACL
Entry-level respite providers have a new training option from the ARCH National Respite Network and ACL (Administration for Community Living)…
Winter Paralympic Games to Return to Salt Lake City in 2034
32 years after hosting the 2002 Winter Games, the Paralympics are coming back to Salt Lake City. While the exact…
PremierFMS Celebrates World Alzheimer’s Day
On September 21, we will be celebrating World Alzheimer’s Day, in culmination of World Alzheimer’s Month (WAM) in September. PremierFMS…
Self-Direction Supports – The WI DHS’ Client Rights Office
The Client Rights Office supports Self-Direction and is an important part of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. It helps…
New Electronic Visit Verification Service Codes Launched by Wisconsin DHS
A hard launch of additional Electronic Visit Verification service codes will take place on October 1, 2024. Per ForwardHealth, for…
DVRW Supports Your Voice Being Heard
Last week was Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW). DVRW was celebrated from September 9-13 and was promoted by the American…
June 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Veterans Affairs
The June 2024 PremierFMS Veterans Affairs e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding the VA and any news relevant to…
June 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Utah
The June 2024 PremierFMS Utah e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Utah. E-Newsletter contents include:…
June 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Wisconsin
The June 2024 March PremierFMS Wisconsin e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Wisconsin. E-Newsletter contents…
Nursing Care Options for Veterans To Increase in the U.S.
In the U.S., Veterans eligible for long-term care is projected to increase from two to four million from 2019 to…
VDC Program Introduction Background, Reach, and FAQs
Program Background, Eligibility, and Reach The Veteran Directed Care program was created in 2008. It provides Veterans with quality level…
Long-Term Services and Supports – Wisconsin Ranks No. 15
AARP recently released its Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard. The Scorecard creates interest and investment in LTSS by measuring…
Disability Rights Wisconsin Provides Lawsuit Update on Wisconsin Ballot Access
Last month, Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) filed a temporary injunction for their ballot access lawsuit. The motion would provide electronic…
AARP Survey Finds Americans Prefer to Stay Home as They Age
A “Home and Community Preferences” survey by AARP found more than 75 percent of adults over 50 want to remain…
Celebrating Helen Keller Day on June 27
On June 27, we will celebrate the life and achievements of Helen Keller. Keller, who was blind and deaf, became a distinguished…
PremierFMS to Exhibit at Utah Parent Center Family Festival
Make sure to visit the PremierFMS booth at the Utah Parent Center Family Festival later this month. Last year, nearly…
PremierFMS to Attend June 2024 Building Together Conference
This month, PremierFMS will be attending the Building Together Conference. This conference provides advocates with tools for supporting individuals in…
March 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Veterans Affairs
The March 2024 PremierFMS Veterans Affairs e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding the VA and any news relevant to…
March 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Utah
The March 2024 PremierFMS Utah e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Utah. E-Newsletter contents include:…
March 2024 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Wisconsin
The March 2024 March PremierFMS Wisconsin e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Wisconsin. E-Newsletter contents…
Grant Funding to Aid Utah Veteran Direct Care Professionals
In Utah, Direct Care Professionals (DCPs) serving Veterans can now receive professional support for their services. DCPs are receiving support…
VA’s New Surgery Initiative Set to Reduce Post-Surgery Complications
The VA has introduced a new surgery initiative that has already decreased patient deaths. The initiative is called the Surgical…
Spring Forward as Daylight Savings Begins
Beginning at two in the morning on March 10, you can move your clocks one hour forward as Daylight Savings…
AARP Facebook Group Helps Direct Care Professionals Connect Online
Over the last ten years, the power of social media has influenced everyone’s lives in a multitude of ways. It’s…
PremierFMS Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
It’s March and PremierFMS is celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM). DDAM has been around since 1987. President Reagan dedicated…
PremierFMS Celebrates Older Americans Month in May
May is right around the corner and PremierFMS is looking forward to celebrating Older Americans Month (OAM). OAM is organized…
PremierFMS Utah Moving to New Location at Trolley Corners Building
We are excited to announce the opening of our new office space for PremierFMS Utah in April 2024. PremierFMS will…
CDC Respiratory Disease Update and How to Protect Yourself
The CDC released its respiratory disease season update earlier this month. It provides updates on COVID-19, influenza, and RSV activity…
December 2023 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Veterans Affairs
The December PremierFMS Veterans Affairs e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding the VA and any news relevant to consumer-directed…
December 2023 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Utah
The December 2023 PremierFMS Utah e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Utah. E-Newsletter contents include:…
December 2023 Newsletter | PremierFMS – Wisconsin
The December 2023 March PremierFMS Wisconsin e-Newsletter covers recent news and updates regarding consumer-directed care services in Wisconsin. E-Newsletter contents…
VA to Prioritize Prescriptions During Holiday Season
Any mail order during the holiday season can be a hassle. The VA plans to ensure all Veterans receive their…
CDC Issues Winter Checklist
Winter is upon us and that means cold weather and heavy storms. To help you stay prepared for the harsh…
Wisconsin DHS, UW-Green Bay Launch WisCaregiver Career CDCP Program
The Wisconsin DHS and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay recently launched the WisCaregiver Career CDCP Program. The program trains students…
WBPDD Releases 2021-23 Biennial Report
In November, the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (WBPDD) released its report for 2021 to 2023. It covers…
LCPD 101 and How They Can Help You
What is the LCPD? The Legislative Coalition for People with Disabilities (LCPD) is a non-profit organization. It represents people with…
Utah’s Efforts to Help Families of Individuals with Disabilities
This summer, Utah lawmakers worked to make life easier for families caring for loved ones with disabilities. As many families…
CDC Reminders for COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines
As cold and flu-season gears up, the CDC has issued reminders to receive your COVID-19 and flu vaccinations. COVID-19 It…
AARP Releases 2023 LTSS State Scorecard
AARP recently released its 2023 Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard. The Scorecard helps create interest and investment in…