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The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services helps ensure Arkansans with developmental disabilities and delays get access to services to help them learn and thrive.

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Jennifer Daniel Brezée

Director Brezée oversees services and supports for clients with developmental disabilities and delays.
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JENNIFER BREZEE

DDS Director

Jennifer Daniel Brezée

Director Brezée oversees services and supports for clients with developmental disabilities and delays.
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Oct
14
State Institutional System (SIS) Board Quarterly Meeting – October 2026
October 14 | 
1:00 pm

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Aging, Adult & Behavioral Health Services (DAABHS)
Oct
15
Behavioral Health Services and Support for Medicaid – DHS Public Hearing
October 15 | 
9:00 am

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Posted by: 
  • Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (OSAMH)
Oct
15
Provider-Led Arkansas Shared Savings Entity 1915(b) Waiver Renewal – DHS Public Hearing
October 15 | 
9:30 am

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Posted by: 
  • Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (OSAMH)
Oct
28
Child Welfare Agency Review Board – October 2026
October 28 | 
1:30 pm

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Children & Family Services (DCFS) , 
  • Placement and Residential Licensing Unit (PRLU)