National Core Indicators
National Core Indicators
NCI is a voluntary effort by public developmental disabilities agencies to measure and track their own performance.
The core indicators are standard measures used across states to assess the outcomes of services provided to individuals and families. Indicators address key areas of concern including employment, rights, service planning, community inclusion, choice, and health and safety.
NCI is a collaboration of participating states, HSRI, and NASDDDS.
Featured Core Indicators
Feels Lonely
Indicator: The proportion of people who feel lonely
The data from this chart was collected from 6,711 adults with developmental disabilities receiving services from all participating NCI states during 2009-10. Individuals were asked if they feel lonely and, if so, how often.
To see a more detailed chart, click on the image to the left, or select "Create a Chart" below. Select "View NCI States" if you would like to see a particular state's public NCI page.
Person has Paid Job in the Community
The proportion of people who have a job in the community
Person has Paid Job in the Community
Indicator: The proportion of people who have a job in the community
The data from this chart was collected from 9,766 adults with developmental disabilities receiving services from all participating NCI states during 2009-10. Examples of a paid job in a community-based setting include supported employment, competitive employment, enclave, or work crew.
To see a more detailed chart, click on the image to the left, or select "Create a Chart" below. Select "View NCI States" if you would like to see a particular state's public NCI page.
Allowed to Use Phone or Internet at Any Time
The proportion of people whose basic rights are respected by others
Allowed to Use Phone or Internet at Any Time
Indicator: The proportion of people whose basic rights are respected by others.
The data from this chart was collected on 8,500 adults with developmental disabilities receiving services from all participating NCI states during 2009-10. Individuals and proxy respondents (e.g., family members) were asked if the individuals who use the phone and internet do so without restrictions.
To see a more detailed chart, click on the image to the left, or select "Create a Chart" below. Select "View NCI States" if you would like to see a particular state's public NCI page.
Helped Make Their Service Plan
The proportion of people who were involved in creating their service plan
Helped Make Their Service Plan
Indicator: The proportion of people who were involved in creating their service plan
The data from this chart was collected from 4,121 adults with developmental disabilities receiving services from all participating NCI states during 2009-10. Individuals who had a service plan were asked if they were involved in creating it.
To see a more detailed chart, click on the image to the left, or select "Create a Chart" below. Select "View NCI States" if you would like to see a particular state's public NCI page.
Ever Afraid at Home
The proportion of people who report they feel safe in their home, neighborhood, workplace, day program, or other daily activity
Ever Afraid at Home
Indicator: The proportion of people who report they feel safe in their home, neighborhood, workplace, day program, or other daily activity.
The data from this chart was collected from 6,876 adults with developmental disabilities receiving services from all participating NCI states during 2009-10.
To see a more detailed chart, click on the image to the left, or select "Create a Chart" below. Select "View NCI States" if you would like to see a particular state's public NCI page.
NCI Blog
Meeting People
NASDDDS and HSRI staff spent some time this past winter travelling to and fro and visiting states that have recently joined NCI. These visits included interviewer trainings, getting great advice from self-advocates, meeting hard-working state staff, and…
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News
NASDDDS and HSRI release guidebook for using NCI data
NASDDDS and HSRI are pleased to announce the release of a new handbook on using NCI data for quality improvement initiatives. The handbook was created to enhance the use and application of information generated through the collection of data as part of NCI. The audience for this…