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Language Access Policy

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Reference:

2012-DDS-5-22

Effective Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Reference: 2023-DDS-001
The purpose of this policy is to ensure that the Department on Disability Services (DDS) provides equal access and participation in services, programs, and activities for people who are applying for or using DDS services who have limited or non-English proficiency.

Attachment(s):

Language Access Policy

Language Access Procedure

Person-Centered Thinking

Person-centered thinking is a philosophy behind service provision that supports positive control and self-direction of people’s own lives. DDS is working to implement this through training sessions and other agency wide initiatives.

Employment First Initiative

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Under the Employment First philosophy, competitive, integrated employment is the first and overwhelmingly preferred option for working-age youth and adults with disabilities.