Madison, WI… The Disability Service Provider Network (DSPN) praises the 2023-25 biennial budget signed into law today by Governor Evers. Through the support of the Legislature and the Governor, providers will continue to benefit from a recent rate increase, with all funds investments of $225.7 Million, and can continue to utilize the Direct Care Workforce Fund through an addition all funds investment of $38.4 Million.
Combined, these critical investments in long-term care service delivery total over $264 Million all funds.
In response to findings in the 2022 Long-Term Care Workforce Crisis Report, this renewed commitment to Family Care Providers will allow for additional wage increases for staff, and the opportunity to explore new services to their communities. Provider workforce capacity is directly tied to their ability to provide the full array of services to people with disabilities, and the highest quality of life they deserve.
About the Disability Service Provider Network
DSPN is the leading state trade association for disability service providers and exists to support and be a resource for member providers through advocacy and education resources so they can provide the highest quality and full array of services for those with disabilities throughout Wisconsin.
