Arkansas Considers Proposal for Centers

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A proposal to create developmental disability service centers across the state has caused a stir among the mentally disabled and their families and caregivers, some of whom say the idea sounds like a way to cut costs at the expense of the most vulnerable Arkansans.
The author of the proposal says it is only a concept at this stage and insists the state would not implement changes that negatively affect services.