Jensen, regarding the recent developments related to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), has voiced significant concerns about the potential consequences of the proposed changes. Jensen expressed worries that the reforms could have adverse effects on New Yorkers and their families in the disabled and elderly communities who heavily rely on the program.
The planned shift towards a single fiscal intermediary has raised alarms for Jensen, who highlighted the risks faced by small and medium-sized businesses that have been providing valuable support to families for years. Jensen emphasized the lack of assurance regarding a smooth transition for both consumers and caregivers under the management of the state’s selected operator.
Furthermore, Jensen criticized the lack of stakeholder involvement in developing sensible reforms aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the CDPAP program. Instead of engaging with key stakeholders to address issues such as cost-saving measures and preventing exploitation within the program, the state appears poised to push forward with a radical proposal that was negotiated behind closed doors, excluding input from those directly impacted.
The concerns raised by Jensen underscore the importance of ensuring transparency, inclusivity, and continuity of care in any proposed changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program.
