The staffing pattern on the day of the outing to Como Zoo was impacted by the provider’s budget and the hours allocated to the home during the negotiation process facilitated by DHS Form 6790. This process is impacted by the individual needs of each person in the home, assessed by MnCHOICES and developed into each person’s Coordinated Services and Support Plan. The hours and rate are further impacted by the Disability Waiver Rate System created by the Minnesota Legislature.