Show & Share summary notes and next steps
On Jan. 27 and Feb. 10, DDA held Show & Share events to get input and direction from the community. Over 350 people shared their stories, input and ideas for seven DDA projects—Guardianship Laws Report, DDA Affordable Housing Study, Health Care Student Training, I/DD & Behavioral Health Best Practices, Quality in Residential Settings, Smaller Caseloads and Provider Recruitment.
“We couldn’t have been more pleased with the turnout and participation,” said Debbie Roberts, Assistant Secretary for DDA. “We have already begun incorporating pieces of the feedback in our work.”
Please check out the high-level ideas shared for our projects, how we are using this community input and project schedules at dshs.wa.gov/ddaprojects. To preserve individuals’ right to privacy, we are sharing summary notes from the event.
We appreciate the support and input we have received from the community, the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council, The Arc of Washington and other valued partners. Read DSHS’ article entitled, Hundreds attend virtual events for DDA’s legislative projects for more.
We want to continue learning from you. Please help us better understand your ideas and experiences on guardianship and decision-making support by filling out a short Guardianship Laws Report survey by May 1.
Thank you all who had participated in the Show & Share events!
If you have questions, email Rebecca.Rodni@dshs.wa.gov or call 360-742-9509.
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