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Chantel's List Hello and welcome to "Chantel's List" where my goal is to help individuals and families create great budgets. As a parent of a child with special needs I understand the importance of having access to resources and services that can help your child to be as happy, supported, and independent as possible. As I work with families to build budgets, I come across many helpful resources, and I want to share them with you. All the items on Chantel's List have been used by parents just like you and me! Sharing is Caring 💖💓 Do you have something that works for your child that you would like to share? Parents just like you are looking for items to help their child be the best they can be too! I have something to share!

January 1st, 2023 Chantel the Broker Privacy Policy Hey there! You’ve ended up on the “business page,” otherwise known as the “government says we have to do this page”—frustrating we know. We just want to help parents create a great budget for their child, and you just wanted to get info, read blog posts and get help, right?! Well take a quick look, and you can get back to checking out our website and reading some great posts here. At Chantel the Broker, accessible from www.chantelthebroker.com , one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Chantel the Broker and how we use it. If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us. Log Files Chantel the Broker follows a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. 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Hear From Clients On My Caseload Read their testimonials below! " Very Resourceful" “Chantel has been an invaluable resource for me and my family. Her expertise and support have helped us navigate the complex world of self direction with ease.” - Sarah, Riverdale " She's Really Good" “I highly recommend Chantel to anyone looking for self direction broker. She is professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate.” - John, Manhattan "Very Professional" "You won't go wrong using Chantel as your child's broker. She is very knowledgeable and very professional plus she keeps you up-to-date which I love." -Daria, Bronx "Kind & Loving" “...Chantel made me feel like my daughter was her daughter, she was very invested in making sure that all her needs were met. She is very kind and loving and you just know you're in good hands. ” -Eva, Westchester " Supportive" “ Chantel has made a real difference in my life. Her support has helped me to live more independently and do things I love” - Sean, New Rochelle "Great Service" “...Easy to book a time to speak, very understanding, goes above and beyond just all-around great service... if you're looking for a broker you won't go wrong choosing Chantel!” - Tom, Brooklyn

Thank you for your referral! Referring a New Client? I have a simple two-step process. Unfortunately, I am not currently accepting new housing cases. But if your case doesn't involve housing, follow the steps below to start the intake process. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Ask a Question STEP 1 Refer Only If You Have the Following For the Individual ... NOD.9 Self-Direct authorization DDP2 Must be completed with scores SD Info Session Certificate Depending on when the participant/designee attended the session this can be a certificate or an email confirmation. CR-4 Used to verify individuals demographic information. NOD.1 Waiver Authorization LCED/LOC Must be updated with-in the last year ***Additional documents will be requested once I accept the case STEP 2 Have all the necessary documents? If you have all the required documents mentioned above, that's great news! Please send me an email that contains the first name of the participant, their parent's name, their county/borough, and phone number. Also, make sure to include the designee in the email. After receiving your email, I'll respond to it, and the designee can decide on a suitable time for us to connect and get to know each other. This way, we can determine if we're a good match and move forward accordingly. Send Email Now What Parents Say “...Chantel has been an invaluable resource for me and my family. Her expertise and support have helped us navigate the complex world of self direction with ease.” - Sarah, Riverdale

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Free Programs & Resources Access-A-Ride MetroCard MetroCard financial support for individuals with disabilities. Assurance Wireless A federal Lifeline Assistance program brought to you by Virgin Mobile. Lifeline is a government benefit program supported by the federal Universal Service Fund. SafeLink Wireless A Lifeline-supported service, a government benefit program provided by TracFone Wireless. ABLEnow Account ABLEnow accounts help individuals with disabilities save money to pay for qualified expenses without being taxed on the earnings – and in most cases, without losing eligibility for certain means-tested benefit programs. NYS myBenefits Prescreen for programs such as HEAP, SNAP, tax credits, and assistance programs Parent to Parent NYS Resources and support for parents of children with special needs (not just OPWDD-eligible individuals). It offers a parent mentorship program. Highly recommend getting on their e-blasts for updates/events/resources. A new initiative –Text4Caregivers – free self-care/management support through text messaging. Sharing is Caring 💖💓 Do you have something that works for your child that you would like to share? Parents just like you are looking for items to help their child be the best they can be too! I have something to share! Report a broken link

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Expert Advice Delivered Straight to Your Inbox My monthly email newsletter is full of practical advice you can easily apply to your SD experience and win with your self-direction budget. Email Join My Mailing List Thanks for subscribing! Recommend a Provider for Spotlight Be the Next Provider Spotlight What to Expect Expert Advice You Can Always Trust I am a seasoned broker who is dedicated to helping my families reach their SD goals. With my Q&A, tips, and guidance, you can trust that you're getting expert advice that will help you succeed. Free Community Events Looking for free events in your area? Look no further! Each month, I compile a list of free community events that your child can attend. And the best part? You can get reimbursed for your travel expenses through Personal Use Transportation. Don't miss out on these great opportunities to have fun and save money! Classes and Programs My monthly feature, "Provider Spotlight"! brings you an exclusive interview with a unique vendor, providing valuable insights and uncovering new opportunities for your kiddo! Plus, I'm always on the lookout for vendors who accept direct payment, ensuring no out-of-pocket costs for you. Proven Ways to Maximize Your Child's Budget Are you looking for ways to make the most out of your child's budget? I provide ideas to help you maximize your child's budget. Subscribe now to receive proven tips and tricks every month! Relevant OPWDD News and How It Impacts Your Child Stay informed about the latest OPWDD news and how it affects your child. My monthly updates provide honest and relevant information on trending topics, changes etc. without any fluff. Trust me to always keep you in the know! and Much More Extra content, exclusive insights, interviews, helpful items and so much more! I am constantly working to enhance the information provided, ensuring my newsletter stays current and engaging for my families. After all the most effective advocate is an informed advocate! Previous Newsletters Newsletter Sample View Newsletters What Parents Say “...Chantel has been an invaluable resource for me and my family. Her expertise and support have helped us navigate the complex world of self direction with ease.” - Sarah, Riverdale

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And I Want To Teach You How You Can Do It Too! I was in the same situation as you! 7 years ago I became my son's broker to save that $2400 in his budget. But what I didn't anticipate was all the mistakes I would make. Although working my way through the OPWDD maze on my own wasn't the easiest thing to do – I managed to overcome the confusion of CNBAs, managing the differing FI guidelines, submitting invoices, and of course my insecurities–yeah I had those too! After submitting my first few budgets, and educating myself, I started really focusing on not just being a broker but building my broker business and taking full control of being independent. And now my broker business is successfully supporting my family. ~ Chantel the Broker LET ME HELP YOU FOR LESS THAN A $1.75 A DAY Finding Clients, Building Great Budgets, and Making Enough To Financially Support You and Your Family Doesn’t Have To Be Tough! (But learning how to do it successfully won't cost you a fortune!) WHEN IT COMES TO BEING A BROKER, DO YOU FACE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CHALLENGES? 😕Finding, getting and keeping clients 😕Creating a person-centered profile or plan 😕Completing CNBAs 😕Understanding Housing 😕Submitting budgets correctly 😕Finding Resources and support for your individual(s) 😕Fearful that you won't be prepared for your client's needs? 😕You want to do better, but you aren't sure where to start. And so much more challenges... Just Like Me, You Can Learn How To Take Control Of Being A Broker Instead Of Letting Being A Broker Control You! You Need Direction, A Blueprint, You Need A Plan That Will Set Your Broker Business And Your Finances Straight For Years To Come. YES I'M READY TO BECOME A POWER BROKER! If So, You're In The Right Place! The CTB Broker System Will Help You Reduce Broker Stres and Take Control Over Your Broker Business! Stepping forward with a strategy to give other brokers the inspiration, education, and resources that they need to become secure in being a broker. We aim to create brokers that are both really helping individuals and building strong businesses and slaying budgets and insecurities! CLIENT MANAGEMENT Gain an understanding of your clients by implementing forms and systems that allow you to take control of your client management! Read More Adam Caar Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More ENTREPRENEURSHIP Empowering Brokers to increase their financial reach by becoming self-motivated and successful Broker entrepreneurs. Read More By Joining My Power Broker University you will gain access to proven ways other brokers have managed to change their life. Here are some benefits of joining us on a journey to successful entrepreneurship as a broker ! Access to online courses (more courses to be added regularly). Once a month – you get to interact with me directly and get all your questions answered during the session. If there’s anything that is impacting your broker business, ask away when we are live! These sessions are the real deal! The masterclass sessions bring so much value to the table. Once a month you will learn practical strategies from me and coming soon I'll be joined by some of the best-experienced brokers! I WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU DON’T MISS ANY ASPECT OF YOUR LEARNING! Therefore, the different courses offered in CTB Power Broker University cover a wide variety of topics. Some of these topics are: ✔️Budget Mastery ✔️Life Plan Improvement & Management ✔️Email Management ✔️Client Management and Organization. ✔️How to Start and Run a Successful Business ✔️+ So Much More! The Power Broker University coursework can be worked on at your own pace an d I'll be here to coach you no matter what level of your broker life journey you’re in right now. Remember that this is not a sprint, it's a marathon! YES I'M READY TO BECOME A POWER BROKER! MAKE A CHOICE TO BECOME A BETTER BROKER AND CHANGE YOUR LIFE When it’s all said and done, you have to make a choice: st ay where you are or move to the next level. I definitely want to help you move to the next level. I want to walk you through the process of building a real business. It’s an easy step, but it’s not always a simple choice. I hope you make the decision that will change your life. The decision is yours to make. Go ahead, ask yourself! What do you want for your future? Is it a life of fulfillment and freedom? I understand that mastering OPWDD and budgets sounds like a lot to handle. And if you are like most new brokers, chances are that no one ever sat you down and talked to you about these things – they teach you how to complete the budgets but not how to be a broker. And that's okay. But it's about time you start working on things before it’s too late! 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