On Thursday, August 22, Secretary of Health and Human Services Kate Walsh announced that Department of Developmental Services Commissioner Jane Ryder will be retiring at the end of this month.
In her statement, Secretary Walsh wrote, “Commissioner Ryder boasts a remarkable 34 years of public service, 29 of which were with DDS and has served for six as Commissioner. Under her leadership, DDS enhanced and expanded accessible and quality services while ensuring a person-centered approach to this work, creating a space for us all in the Commonwealth to better understand the needs of and to provide opportunities for those DDS serves.”
“Commissioner Ryder will be missed. The Arc of Massachusetts wants to add our recognition of her achievements and personal commitment to persons with disabilities,” said Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. “We wish her good fortune as she begins a new chapter in her life after her distinguished career.”
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