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The Bureau of Developmental Services works with NH's developmental services system to ensure public resources are used effectively to support individuals and families in their community through:
- Leadership and vision,
- Allocation of resources,
- Communication,
- Technical assistance, and
- Monitoring of quality assurance and consumer safeguards.
The NH developmental services system offers its consumers with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders a wide range of supports and services within their own communities. BDS is comprised of a main office in Concord and 10 designated non-profit and specialized service agencies that represent specific geographic regions of NH; the community agencies are commonly referred to as Area Agencies. All direct services and supports to individuals and families are provided in accordance with contractual agreements between BDS and the Area Agencies.
Supports include:
- Service coordination,
- Day and vocational services,
- Personal care services,
- Community support services,
- Assistive technology services,
- Specialty services and flexible family supports including respite,
- Services and environmental modifications.
Mission and Vision Statements
Councils & Memberships
Council for Chronically Ill Children & Adolescents
Developmental Disabilities Council
Developmental Services Quality Council
NH Autism Spectrum Disorders Council
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