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Janet Mann

Janet Mann serves as the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary. She is responsible for leadership and oversight of the department’s efforts, which support the health and well-being of all Arkansans, especially those who are most in need.

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Oct
14
October 14 | 
1:00 pm
Posted by: 
  • Division of Aging, Adult & Behavioral Health Services (DAABHS)
Oct
15
October 15 | 
9:00 am
Posted by: 
  • Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (OSAMH)
Oct
15
October 15 | 
9:30 am
Posted by: 
  • Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (OSAMH)
Oct
28
October 28 | 
1:30 pm
Posted by: 
  • Division of Children & Family Services (DCFS) , 
  • Placement and Residential Licensing Unit (PRLU)