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Adult Employment and Day Program Services(DDD)


What needs program covers:
Employment Services are available for people 21 years of age and over. Services provide ongoing support services and training for eligible persons with paid jobs in a variety of settings and work sites. This may include individual or group options in the community and specialized industry settings. Community Access provides activities, special assistance, advocacy and education to help eligible persons participate actively in their community. Resources are limited and needed services may not always be available.

Who is eligible: DDD eligibility requires that a person meet all of the following conditions as defined in WAC 388-825-030:

  • A disability condition defined as mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, another neurological or other condition similar to mental retardation including developmental delays for children under the age of six.
  • A condition that originated before the age of 18;
  • A condition that is expected to continue indefinitely; and
  • A condition that results in a substantial handicap as defined in rule.
  • DDD eligibility may be time limited and subject to review.

Contact your nearest DDD office for an intake appointment. The case manager will assist you in obtaining documentation needed to determine whether you are eligible for services from DDD.

Income and Resource Limits: None.

Program Requirements : The DDD case manager will do a needs assessment and develop an individual service plan. Services provided are based on the individual’s needs.

Other Requirements : These services are provided through contracts with local county governments. Counties develop services through a planning process and contract with providers.

How to apply/get services: http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ddd/eligible.shtml

Find a local office: http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ddd/contacts.shtml

 

Modified: July 25, 2006
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