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State reports improved data on developmental‑services wait list; workforce grants cited

Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs · November 22, 2024
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DHHS reported new IT tools and quarterly data: Q4 had 100 requests for the developmental disabilities waiver, 25 began services; the department cited workforce shortages and $15M+ in workforce grants plus $7M for service coordinators.

Jessica Gorton, bureau chief for the Bureau of Developmental Services, presented the committee with quarterly wait‑list data and system improvements on Nov. 22.

Gorton said DHHS transitioned to a state‑operated intake system (New Hampshire EZ) and rolled out IT enhancements on July 1 that include a provider view and automated…

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