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Slightly Different Path
“I have a Disability yes that’s true, but all that really means is I may have to take a slightly different path than you.” Robert M. Hensel
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Change the Direction of the Wind
“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” Jimmy Dean
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"Independent living is not doing things by yourself. It is being in control of how things are done." Judy Heumann

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Payment Reform initiative for Developmental Disabilities Services Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)

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  • 01 June 2022
    VT SIS-A Engagement Sessions Flyer for Individuals and Families
  • 21 March 2022
    Mobile Crisis Services Planning Grant
  • 15 February 2022
    Annual Report on Developmental Disabilities Services for State Fiscal Year 2021
  • 12 July 2021
    SIS-A Needs Assessments Starting
  • 28 May 2021
    GLOBAL COMMITMENT REGISTER (GCR) PROPOSED POLICY 21-039: HOME AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES OPPORTUNITY SURVEY IS OPEN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

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Developmental Services Division
280 State Drive, HC2 South
Waterbury, VT 05671-2030
Voice: (802) 241-0304
Fax: (802) 241-0410
For Telecommunications Relay Service: Dial 711

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Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living
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