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"Spectrum of Sound" Virtual Choir of Autism Self-Advocates Performs "Lean on Me" Cover

10/27/2021 Department of Developmental Services

Virtual choir Spectrum of Sound performed a cover of Bill Wither's "Lean on Me."

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DDS Medicare Part D 2022 Update

10/27/2021 Department of Developmental Services

Information about the 2022 Medicare Part D prescription plans is now available.

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MA to Close Preregistration System and Expand Homebound Vaccinations

5/25/2021 Department of Developmental Services

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Charting the LifeCourse in Massachusetts

5/14/2021 Department of Developmental Services

New Series: In Pursuit of the Good Life Across the Lifespan

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DDS National Background Check Unit Advisory

4/26/2021 Department of Developmental Services

Fingerprinting Guidance for Remote Based Services

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DDS Adult Long Term Residential (ALTR) Services 2021

1/11/2021 Department of Developmental Services

DDS reviewed the pricing methodology of ALTR services and has developed a new and simplified rate structure for 2021 to reduce administrative burdens for providers and DDS.

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Caregiver Appreciation Series 2021

1/06/2021 Department of Developmental Services

The Caregiver Appreciation Series that DDS is sponsoring in partnership with The Arc of Massachusetts will run from November 2020 through March 2021

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Self- Directed Supports Information Session 2021

1/06/2021 Department of Developmental Services

Please join us for an interactive discussion about expanding choices and control in your life through Self- Directed Supports

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Holiday Visitation Guidance to Congregate Care Families (ASL)

11/23/2020 Department of Developmental Services

DDS is offering this ASL interpretation of some considerations and recommendations on how to celebrate the holidays with your loved ones who reside in one of our residential programs

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Holiday Visitation Letter to Congregate Care Families

11/16/2020 Department of Developmental Services

As we begin the holiday season, the Commonwealth is offering some considerations and recommendations on how to celebrate the holidays with your loved ones who reside in one of our residential programs.

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DDS Medicare Part D 2021 Update

10/02/2020 Department of Developmental Services

Information about the 2020 Medicare Part D prescription plans and plan enrollment can be found here

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Watch Commissioner Jane Ryder Speak at Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Annual Conference

8/14/2020 Department of Developmental Services

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress hosted their annual conference virtually. Watch DDS Commissioner Jane Ryder's opening remarks on perserverence and dedication.

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DDS Releases Updated Guidance on Visitation to Residential Programs

7/01/2020 Department of Developmental Services

See Commissioner Jane Ryder's announcement on the updated visitation to residential programs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Coronavirus Update for Individuals and Families (June 24)

6/24/2020 Department of Developmental Services

Updated COVID-19 guidance and information for DDS individuals and families

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Message from the Commissioner

6/10/2020 Department of Developmental Services

Read the Commissioner's message on #blacklivesmatter