RTC/OM HCBS Measurement Education Modules

How Can Measurement Be Made More Person-Centered? Continued

Measure what is most important to the person (target population).

  • Work with individuals with disabilities to identify outcomes that are personally meaningful to them.
  • Identify measures that are person-centered and focus on the extent to which an individual experiences the specific outcomes they desires.

A measure of meaningful community activity should determine the types and levels of activity the individual most prefers, when they desire to engage in them, and with whom the person wants to do the activity.