Gov. Newsom releases California's 'Master Plan' to support people with developmental disabilities
- The plan aims to permit the construction of over 1.5 million homes, including 710,000 for low- and very low-income households, but lacks specifics on funding sources.
- California lawmakers received criticism for their previous homelessness efforts, as a report found that the Interagency Council on Homelessness did not track spending effectively.
- The California State Association of Counties highlighted critical flaws in the current system, calling for 'smart policy solutions' to address homelessness.
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As commissioner, Peterson sees DDS "through a different lens"
BOSTON (SHNS) - Department of Developmental Services Acting Commissioner Sarah Peterson has been permanently installed to the post. Peterson, who served as general counsel at DDS from 2022 to 2024, took over at the agency in September following the retirement of Jane Ryder. DDS serves more than 49,000 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and acquired brain injuries, Peterson said at a rec…

ILADD Inc. continues to work for adults with disabilities
Executive Director Andy Kirby is approaching his one-year anniversary with the nonprofit Independent Living for Adults with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities (ILADD Inc.) and in 2025, the organization has much to be excited about.
Gov. Newsom releases California's 'Master Plan' to support people with developmental disabilities
Gov. Gavin Newsom addresses the media during a press conference in Sacramento on Friday. (Photo by Fred Greaves/CalMatters) Governor Gavin Newsom last week announced the release of California’s Master Plan for Developmental Services, which works to better serve those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The plan outlines 167 recommendations for improvements to the service system, such as reducing barriers to service access statewide…
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