What is the Olmstead decision?
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, The Olmstead decision in 1999 was a major milestone with the U.S. Supreme
Court. The Olmstead
decision affirmed the idea that nobody can be separated from society and
denied the right to make
decisions for themselves. In the Olmstead decision, the court concluded that
people with disabilities
have a right to receive state-funded supports in the community, rather than in
facilities, affirming the
argument that had been made by advocates for decades. Evidence provided
supported the fact that
having these choices isn't more expensive, in fact, it costs less. The legacy of
the Olmstead decision is
that community living isn't just a preference, it's a civil right. You have the right
to access supports you
may need in your home rather than a facility.
What is the Medi-Cal Code of Ethics for Peer Support Specialists?
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To be certified, Peer Support Specialists must know, sign and agree to abide
by the Medi-Cal Code of
Ethics for Peer Support Specialists.
What is HIPAA?
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, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Protected health
information (PHI), under the US Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act
(HIPAA), is any information about health status, provision of health care, or
payment for health care that
can be linked to a specific individual. This is interpreted rather broadly and
includes any part of a
patient's medical record or payment history, including behavioral health.
What is trauma?
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Trauma is extreme stress brought on by shocking or unexpected
circumstances or events that overwhelm
a person's ability to cope.
What is structural racism?
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Systemic and structural racism are forms of racism that are pervasively and
deeply embedded in systems,
laws, written or unwritten policies, and entrenched practices and beliefs that
produce, condone and
perpetuate widespread unfair treatment and oppression of people of color,
with adverse health
consequences. In California, communities of color face persistent health
disparities including higher rates
of asthma, diabetes, and obesity, resulting in a shorter life span, less wealth,
and less opportunity. There
are connections between behavioral health conditions and trauma, health
Give this one a try later!
, The Olmstead decision in 1999 was a major milestone with the U.S. Supreme
Court. The Olmstead
decision affirmed the idea that nobody can be separated from society and
denied the right to make
decisions for themselves. In the Olmstead decision, the court concluded that
people with disabilities
have a right to receive state-funded supports in the community, rather than in
facilities, affirming the
argument that had been made by advocates for decades. Evidence provided
supported the fact that
having these choices isn't more expensive, in fact, it costs less. The legacy of
the Olmstead decision is
that community living isn't just a preference, it's a civil right. You have the right
to access supports you
may need in your home rather than a facility.
What is the Medi-Cal Code of Ethics for Peer Support Specialists?
Give this one a try later!
To be certified, Peer Support Specialists must know, sign and agree to abide
by the Medi-Cal Code of
Ethics for Peer Support Specialists.
What is HIPAA?
Give this one a try later!
, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Protected health
information (PHI), under the US Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act
(HIPAA), is any information about health status, provision of health care, or
payment for health care that
can be linked to a specific individual. This is interpreted rather broadly and
includes any part of a
patient's medical record or payment history, including behavioral health.
What is trauma?
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Trauma is extreme stress brought on by shocking or unexpected
circumstances or events that overwhelm
a person's ability to cope.
What is structural racism?
Give this one a try later!
Systemic and structural racism are forms of racism that are pervasively and
deeply embedded in systems,
laws, written or unwritten policies, and entrenched practices and beliefs that
produce, condone and
perpetuate widespread unfair treatment and oppression of people of color,
with adverse health
consequences. In California, communities of color face persistent health
disparities including higher rates
of asthma, diabetes, and obesity, resulting in a shorter life span, less wealth,
and less opportunity. There
are connections between behavioral health conditions and trauma, health
