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Cowlitz County reports high supported-employment rate under developmental-disabilities contract
Summary
County staff briefed commissioners on the developmental disabilities contract: about 155 adults currently served, with roughly 84% of supported-employment participants employed—above the statewide average—and a broad list of local employers hiring supported employees.
Cowlitz County staff updated commissioners on services and expected contract renewals under the Developmental Disabilities (DDA) program, including employment and day services for eligible adults.
"So these particular programs, the adult employment and day programs, individuals start at age 21..." Gina James, director of Health and Human Services, said. She described two program tracks: supported employment…
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