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The Arc Connecticut is an advocacy organization committed to protecting the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to promoting opportunities for their full inclusion in the life of their communities.

REGISTRATION CLOSED - Town Hall Meeting with DDS Commissioner Jordan Scheff

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REGISTRATION CLOSED - Town Hall Meeting with DDS Commissioner Jordan Scheff

  • Zoom Meeting A link will be sent to all registrants by 5:00pm on 6/10/2020 (map)

We apologize, but this event is full.

Families who receive DDS supports and services have many questions about how COVID-19 and the gradual reopening of the state will impact on their loved ones with I/DD. Join us for and Zoom Town Hall Meeting with Commissioner Scheff to get some of your questions answered.

Topics covered may include:

  • Day & Employment Services

  • The visitation ban for DDS funded residential programs

  • Respite for families with loved ones at home

  • New Graduates

  • DDS Case Management

Entrance to the meeting will be limited to the first 1,000 people who register. Registration will close at noon on June 5. 2020.

We want to hear from you! Due the online format and the large number of people attending, we will not be able to take questions during the meeting, but each registrant may submit one question in writing upon registration. We will attempt to get through as many questions as possible.

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