STAR Services

STAR Services We offer supports and solutions to help providers ​better serve people receiving support. Who works with STAR Services?

STAR Services is a unique company designed to meet the changing needs in the human services field. Founded in 1998, STAR Services has recognized and met the needs of individuals, service providers, families, and staff, to enhance the services being provided to people receiving supports. We provide a variety of supports and solutions including temporary staffing, live and online training, program s

upport and compliance consulting, and person-centered planning. The services we provide are as unique and diverse as the agencies and people we work with and are tailored to meet each agency’s specific requirements. In an uncertain political and financial climate, our customers look for solutions to their organizational needs that may not require them to bring individuals onto their payroll. Many customers often use our supports heavily through times of change, expansion, or uncertainty and then taper back when needs stabilize. Other customers use us permanently for certain tasks or supports as part of their organizational design. Through training, consulting, or customized supports, STAR Services will help you gain the skills, understanding, and confidence to succeed in this field. We work with every imaginable type of disability provider. Our customers are large and small, rural and urban, established and emerging, and represent residential, vocational, and in-home services. Are you looking to start a company to serve individuals with disabilities? Is your agency trying to ensure that services are being provided in compliance with rules and regulations? Are you interested in incorporating person centered philosophies into your service design? Are you growing or expanding into new service areas and need help to better understand and implement your plans? These are only some of the ways that STAR Services can help: Learn all applicable information related to your needs and questions; grow in your understanding of service delivery and design; and excel in the care you provide to individuals. Our consultants, trainers, and staffing experts are excited and ready to assist you in your areas of need! We hope you will consider STAR Services as a partner in providing excellent services to individuals with disabilities. We look forward to earning and keeping your business!

Licensing reviews can feel overwhelming—but preparation matters. 245D Licensing Visits: Before, During, and After covers...
04/24/2026

Licensing reviews can feel overwhelming—but preparation matters. 245D Licensing Visits: Before, During, and After covers how to prepare, what to expect during the visit, and how to respond to correction orders and follow-up requirements. Build confidence and approach your next review with clarity. 📅 April 29 | Virtual - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/245d-licensing-visits-20260424

It’s often the small details in 245D that lead to compliance gaps. Commonly Missed 245D Compliance Requirements highligh...
04/23/2026

It’s often the small details in 245D that lead to compliance gaps. Commonly Missed 245D Compliance Requirements highlights key areas providers frequently overlook—from policies and staff records to service suspension and safety standards. Strengthen your understanding and stay on track. 📅 Virtual | May 21 ⏳Early bird ends 4/29 - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/245d-licensing-visits-20260423

The 2026 DWRS Cost Reporting period is now open. If your agency has been selected, you’re required to submit detailed co...
04/21/2026

The 2026 DWRS Cost Reporting period is now open. If your agency has been selected, you’re required to submit detailed cost data to DHS—and missing deadlines can impact payments.

STAR Services offers hands-on support to guide you through the entire process—from preparation to submission. Gain clarity, stay organized, and complete your report with confidence.

Schedule your consultation today! - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/cost-reporting-20260417

CFSS and DWRS cost reporting requirements can be complex. These two trainings cover CFSS rates, billing, and cost report...
04/16/2026

CFSS and DWRS cost reporting requirements can be complex. These two trainings cover CFSS rates, billing, and cost reporting, along with step-by-step guidance for completing DWRS cost reporting. Gain clarity on reporting processes, required data, and how to stay compliant and confident. 📅 April 28 & May 20 ⏳ DWRS early bird ends April 28 - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/cost-reporting-04162026

The Positive Supports Rule is a frequent focus in licensing reviews—and often misunderstood. Overview of 9544: The Posit...
04/15/2026

The Positive Supports Rule is a frequent focus in licensing reviews—and often misunderstood. Overview of 9544: The Positive Supports Rule explains what all 245D providers are required to implement, including strategies, reviews, reporting, and staff training. Learn how to confidently meet PSR expectations. 📅 April 22–23 | Virtual - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/9544_04152026

Person-centered support is a core licensing expectation. Person Centered Thinking™is an interactive training that teache...
04/14/2026

Person-centered support is a core licensing expectation. Person Centered Thinking™is an interactive training that teaches practical tools for meeting person-centered requirements monitored under 245D. Learn how to listen intentionally, balance health and safety, and create Person-Centered Descriptions that guide compliant, meaningful support. 🎓 CEUs & CLUs available - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/pct-04132026

Advance Your Career…for Free! Build your skills and grow your career in long-term care. This free training opportunity s...
04/10/2026

Advance Your Career…for Free! Build your skills and grow your career in long-term care. This free training opportunity supports direct support professionals born outside the U.S. (and/or their children) with courses in leadership, 245D compliance, and person-centered practices.

📅 Trainings: July 2026–Jan 2027
⏳ Apply by May 15
💻 Info webinar April 14 (recording available)

Take the next step—apply today. - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/arrm_grant_20260410

⌛Still time to register! Two popular virtual courses are now in-person workshops! Writing 245D Outcomes (AM) focuses on ...
04/09/2026

⌛Still time to register! Two popular virtual courses are now in-person workshops! Writing 245D Outcomes (AM) focuses on developing person-centered, compliant outcomes. 245D Progress Reports & Meetings (PM) helps turn reports and meetings into meaningful, person-centered experiences. Bring your laptop and work with real examples alongside an instructor. Attend one or both sessions.📍In-person at STAR on April 15th

Designated Coordinators and Managers are central to 245D compliance. These virtual courses clarify DC (4/14) and DM (4/1...
03/27/2026

Designated Coordinators and Managers are central to 245D compliance. These virtual courses clarify DC (4/14) and DM (4/16) qualifications, job duties, and how to implement responsibilities in real-world settings. Learn what licensors expect and how to stay organized, confident, and compliant. Ideal for current or aspiring DCs, DMs, and their supervisors. 🎓 CEUs available - https://mailchi.mp/starsvcs.com/dc_dm_qualifications_job_duties_20260327

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STAR Services is a unique company designed to meet the changing needs in the human services field. Founded in 1998, STAR Services has recognized and met the needs of individuals, service providers, families, and staff, to enhance the services being provided to individuals with disabilities. We provide a variety of supports and solutions including: temporary staffing; classroom, onsite, and online training; program support and compliance consulting; person-centered planning; and assistance with your HR, financial, and business management needs. The services we provide are as unique and diverse as the agencies and people we work with and are tailored to meet each agency’s specific requirements. In an uncertain political and financial climate, our customers look for solutions to their organizational needs that may not require them to bring individuals onto their payroll. Many customers often use our supports heavily through times of change, expansion, or uncertainty and then taper back when needs stabilize. Other customers use us permanently for certain tasks or supports as part of their organizational design. Through training, consulting, or customized supports, STAR Services will help you gain the skills, understanding, and confidence to succeed in this field. Who works with STAR Services? We work with every imaginable type of disability provider. Our customers are large and small, rural and urban, established and emerging, and represent residential, vocational, and in-home services. Are you looking to start a company to serve individuals with disabilities? Is your agency trying to ensure that services are being provided in compliance with rules and regulations? Are you interested in incorporating person centered philosophies into your service design? Are you growing or expanding into new service areas and need help to better understand and implement your plans? These are only some of the ways that STAR Services can help: Learn all applicable information related to your needs and questions; grow in your understanding of service delivery and design; and excel in the care you provide to individuals. Our consultants, trainers, and staffing experts are excited and ready to assist you in your areas of need! We hope you will consider STAR Services as a partner in providing excellent services to individuals with disabilities. We look forward to earning and keeping your business!

Interested in a career at STAR, learn more at www.starsvcs.com/jobs