On Wednesday, January 26, Governor Charlie Baker released the FY 2023 Budget Proposal for the Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
Some highlights provided by Mary Lou Sudders, Secretary of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, are full funding for Turning 22 and an additional $5.8 million for the Family Support and Respite line item.
$230 million is provided for the Chapter 257 reserve for the Human Services Workforce.
More details to come from The Arc of Massachusetts and stay tuned for advocacy actions needed!