The booming economy and low unemployment rate in western Massachusetts have been beneficial to many, but for agencies providing services for people with developmental disabilities they have created a crisis. In this forum, we will look at several other strategies which provider agencies have explored to deal with this crisis. Join us in a lively exchange as we explore new approaches to resolving this crisis, with guests from DMR, the provider community and the University. The Western Massachusetts Regional Caucus was established in 1996 for the purpose of fostering a collaborative relationship between DMR, UMass, and the local provider community in the areas of education, training and research. The forums will provide a framework for participants to discuss differing perspectives and to engage in an open exchange of ideas so that new insights and potential solutions may be learned.
All sessions are free of charge.
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