SERVICES FOR PEOPLE
WITH DISABILITIES
WITH DISABILITIES
The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) in conjunction with the Utah Department of Health (UDOH) proposed changes to the Nurse Practice Act Rule R516-31b are now open for public comment before going into effect. This rule describes the tasks that an unlicensed individual may perform without delegation, who can delegate nursing tasks, and what nursing tasks can be delegated. The proposed changes to the rule are available to view on the DOPL website.
The public comment period is open until December 31, 2020. Public comments can be made by contacting Jeff Busjahn at jbusjahn@utah.gov or 801-530-6511. You can also provide input at a public hearing about the proposed rule on December 7, 2020 at 10:30am. You can join using the information below:
Join with Google Meet: meet.google.com/wbh-dapw-ata
Join by phone: (US)+1 615-486-2288 (PIN: 594866996)
Welcome
The Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) promotes opportunities and provides supports for people with disabilities to lead self-determined lives by overseeing home and community-based services for more than 5,000 people who have disabilities.
Support includes community living, day services, supported employment services, and many more.
SERVICES
We serve children and adults who have intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, brain injuries, and autism.
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ONLINE INTAKE
Services are uniquely tailored to each person and family and are designed to allow persons with disabilities to lead self-determined lives and be full participants in their communities.
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How Do I?
Meetings
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OCT 9
DHS Employment Preparation Service Orientation and Q&A
October 9, 2020 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
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OCT 21
Support Coordinator Quarterly Meeting
October 21, 2020 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
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NOV 4
November 4, 2020 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
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NOV 17
Disability Advisory Council Meeting
November 17, 2020 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Utah Department of Human Services prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender, or religion. DHS is committed to making its programs, benefits, services, and facilities accessible in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
If you believe you have been discriminated against for any of these protected categories, please send your written, oral (TTY), or electronic complaint.