Workforce Challenges & DDS Waiver Services Analysis
North Dakota's Strengths: What's Working Well Today?
North Dakota's strong DD Waiver services, skilled DHS staff, and passionate advocate groups are all assets to the State
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The DD Waiver Programming
The DD Waiver provides comprehensive supports to individuals throughout their lifespan
Services are provided cost-effectively to the youngest children with great success
Self-advocates spoke positively about their experiences in the DD Waiver and described flexible and supportive day
programming where they had freedom of choice to volunteer, work, or pursue activities like learning to cook
State Staff
State staff, from executive leaders to division managers to case workers, clearly have a demonstrated commitment to caring for
individuals with disabilities. When faced with resource constraints, such as limited case workers, staff work hard to maximize
available resources and continue to provide quality services.
Many senior leadership staff have been with the department for over a decade and bring valuable knowledge and expertise
Staff are also committed to engaging with the community and skillfully facilitate these interactions through the Autism Task Force
Community Advocates
There is a strong network of advocates who are passionate about providing the best services for individuals with disabilities
Groups and individuals were extremely generous with their time, often meeting with us more than once to share feedback
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