Proposed Class Action Settlement Agreement Notice: Fitzmorris v. DHHS (CFI Waiver Program)

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Proposed Class Action Settlement Agreement Notice: Fitzmorris v. DHHS (CFI Waiver Program)

There is currently a proposed settlement in Fitzmorris v. DHHS that requires DHHS to change its practices in many ways to better serve people with disabilities who participate in the Choices for Independence (CFI) program. The Federal Court must approve the proposed Class Action Settlement before it is final.

Learn more below about the proposed Class Action Settlement Agreement and upcoming informational webinars.


Choices for Independence (CFI) program

Read the Class Notice

A class action lawsuit and a proposed Class Action Settlement could affect your rights. This Class Notice explains the lawsuit, the proposed Settlement, and your legal rights.

Read Notice

Descargar el aviso propuesto En Español (PDF)

Si necesita el aviso, el acuerdo de conciliación propuesto u otra información relacionada en un idioma alternativo o necesita alguna adaptación por discapacidad para acceder a esta información, comuníquese con nosotros (DRC-NH) al 603-228-0432 o mail@drcnh.org.


Choices for Independence (CFI) program

Attend an Informational Webinar

This November, there will be two informational webinars where you can learn about the proposed settlement and have an opportunity to ask questions. Representatives from both the plaintiffs’ legal counsel and the state will be in attendance.

Attend a webinar

Learn More About the Proposed Settlement Agreement


Case Related Materials


If you need the notice, proposed settlement agreement, or other related information in an alternate language or you need any disability accommodation to access this information, contact us (DRC-NH) at 603-228-0432 or mail@drcnh.org.

If you have questions about the proposed Class Action Settlement, you may contact Attorney Hannah Roberts of the Disability Rights Center-NH, (603) 410-5202 (hannahr@drcnh.org) or Attorney Ali Gennaro of New Hampshire Legal Assistance, (603) 206-2258 (agennaro@nhla.org).