A glossary of words, acronyms and terms seen on the PathWays website commonly used and by state, local and federal agencies. Call of us if you have questions about these terms of encounter others not on this list.

List of Acronyms

521 – Adult In Home Supports
ACRE – Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators
BSA – Basic Service Agreement
BSG – Business Services Group
CEO – Chief Executive Officer
CFO – Chief Financial Officer
CIHS – Children In Home Supports
CPS – Community Participation Services
CSS – Community Support Service
DH – Day Habilitation or Day Services
DSP – Direct Support Professional
DSS – Direct Support Specialist
EFC – Enhanced Family Care (Home Providers)
EO – Employment Options
ESS – Early Support Services
FSC – Family Service Coordinator
FSD – Family Service Director
HP – Home Provider
HRC – Human Rights Committee (meets every 3 months)
HR – Human Resources
HRST – Health Risk Screening Tool (done every month)
IHO – In Home Supports
ILO – Independent Living Options
ISA – Individual Service Agreement
MDT – Multi Disciplinary Team (meets every 6 months)
MFS – Monthly Funds Summary
MPN – Monthly Progress Note
PDMS – Participant Directed and Managed Services
PM – Personal Mentor and/or Program Manager
RSP – Residential Support Professional
SB – Support Brokers
SIS – Support Intensity Scale (done every 5 years)