Feb 1, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardDevelopmental Disabilities Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed vendor reports from Melwood, ServiceSource, and Arlington Weaves regarding their community support programs. Key discussion topics included strategies for increasing community integration for participants through volunteer work at animal shelters, libraries, and culinary programs, as well as the implementation of hybrid employment and day support options. The discussion also addressed state requirements for community engagement in day support services, the importance of person-centered planning, and the need for continued creative collaboration between service providers and the community.