<ul>
<li>HCBS providers need $8.54 million to expand capacity of intermittent community-based services. These services allow individuals to remain in the community and be supported and include the following:
<ul>
<li>Employment Services Hourly</li>
<li>Hourly Supported Community Living Services</li>
<li>Respite Services</li>
<li>Day Habilitation Services</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

<h4 data-start="566" data-end="610"><strong data-start="571" data-end="608">The Impact of Additional Funding:</strong></h4>
<ul data-start="611" data-end="1252">
<li data-start="611" data-end="777"><strong data-start="613" data-end="656">Expanding Employment Services (Hourly):</strong> Helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain meaningful jobs, fostering independence and financial stability.</li>
<li data-start="778" data-end="964"><strong data-start="780" data-end="834">Strengthening Supported Community Living (Hourly):</strong> Provides essential in-home and community support, helping individuals remain in their homes rather than institutional settings.</li>
<li data-start="965" data-end="1110"><strong data-start="967" data-end="998">Enhancing Respite Services:</strong> Supports families and caregivers by offering temporary relief, improving overall care and preventing burnout.</li>
<li data-start="1111" data-end="1252"><strong data-start="1113" data-end="1151">Growing Day Habilitation Services:</strong> Enables individuals to develop life skills, engage socially, and participate in their communities.</li>
</ul>
<h4 data-start="1254" data-end="1304"><strong data-start="1259" data-end="1302">The Consequences of Inadequate Funding:</strong></h4>
<ul data-start="1305" data-end="1654">
<li data-start="1305" data-end="1451">Without increased investment, individuals may <strong data-start="1353" data-end="1389">lose access to necessary support</strong>, increasing the risk of isolation and institutionalization.</li>
<li data-start="1452" data-end="1560">HCBS providers struggle to recruit and retain skilled staff, impacting service quality and availability.</li>
<li data-start="1561" data-end="1654">Families and caregivers face greater strain, making it harder to provide consistent care.</li>
</ul>

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