Enhancing state no wrong door systems for efficient access to long-term services and supports - over two years, the university of missouri- kansas city - institute for human development (UMKC-IHD), in…

Enhancing state no wrong door systems for efficient access to long-term services and supports - over two years, the university of missouri- kansas city - institute for human development (UMKC-IHD), in partnership with the state of missouri and key stakeholders, will build on previous efforts to strengthen missouri's no wrong door (NWD) system, ensuring timely access to information, resources, and services. The project's goal is to improve access to long-term services and supports (LTSS) for individuals and family caregivers throughout missouri. Objectives are: 1) to ensure successful execution and timely completion of project activities and deliverables; 2) to strengthen missouri's NWD governance structure; 3) to advance national NWD workforce through embedded training and standards for person-and family-centered practices, 4) to expand the landscape of community-based partners that support NWD efforts to increase the capacity to serve all populations; and 5) to address the need for modernized information technology (IT) systems. Outcomes include increased partnership and collaboration of NWD governing body member agencies, increased workforce capacity through statewide training, increased engagement among community-based partners, improved outreach and awareness of the NWD system across broader LTSS networks, and increased leadership capacity to implement interoperability strategies. Products include a sustainability plan, workforce training framework, adrc designation criteria and application process recommendations, education and awareness materials, a statewide map of interoperability initiatives and opportunities, and a plan for sustainable and accessible online LTSS resources.