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Disability Support Professionals Conference SAVE THE DATE

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Last Date:

Location:

800 Florida Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

Building:

Gallaudet University

Details:

A learning collaborative of: DC Coalition of Disability ServicHCBS Settings Rule Training for Attorneys 6-24-2015roviders, DC Department on Disability Services and Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities.

Contact:

Danielle Darby

Email: [email protected]

Phone:

(202) 789-1930

Attachment(s):

2015 Sponsorship Form

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