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Director Nuss’ testimony in support of B21-0251

Thursday, September 17, 2015

DDS ABLE Trust Establishment Act Testimony

Director Nuss testified before the Committee on Finance and Revenue in support of B21-0251 – the ABLE Program Trust Establishment Act of 2015 on September 17, 2015.

Attachment(s):

DDS ABLE Trust Establishment Act Testimony

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

Two people clasping hand, one in wheelchair

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