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Which:
- Originated before the individual attained age eighteen;
- Continued or can be expected to continue indefinitely, and
- Results in substantial limitations to an individual's intellectual and/or adaptive functioning.
How is service eligibility determined?
The criteria for eligibility are defined in state law (Chapter 388-823 WAC effective July 5, 2005).
- Applying for a determination of eligibility
- WAC 388-823-0010 through 388-823-0170
- Determination of a developmental disability
- WAC 388-823-0200 through WAC 388-823-0710
- Effect of age on eligibility
- WAC 388-823-0800 through 388-823-0850
- Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP)
- WAC 388-823-0900 through 388-823-0940
- Eligibility expiration, reviews, and application
- WAC 388-823-1000 through 388-823-1090
- Client rights and complaint procedures
- WAC 388-823-1095 and WAC 388-823-110
How do I apply for a determination of DDD eligibility to become a DDD Client?
To apply for a determination of DDD eligibility, you will find detailed instructions
and the forms you need in the Eligibility Application Packet below. Or, you can contact your local DDD
office and ask for an application. If you call for an application, some information will be taken over the
phone. The application and additional information and forms will be mailed to you for completion and/or
signature. You will be asked to provide any available school or medical records or sources of information
that will assist in determining eligibility. Copies of other documents may be required. Upon request,
DDD staff can assist you with completing the application. Please be aware that eligibility cannot be
determined until DDD receives your signed application and all of the necessary information.
Eligibility Application Packet
How do I reapply for a DDD eligibility determination?
Families must reapply for eligibility before a child reaches his/her 4th
and 10th birthdays. DDD will notify you at least 90 days before the expiration date and
will send reapplication information. The following table shows reviews and expiration dates.
Regardless of Date of Eligibility Determination
| Age |
Eligibility Conditions |
Expiration Criteria |
Review Criteria |
| 4th birthday |
All |
Termination/expiration effective 4th birthday |
None |
| 10th birthday |
Developmental delay, Down Syndrome, Too severe to be assessed, Medically Intensive |
Termination/expiration effective 10th birthday |
None |
| At any age up to age 18 |
Medically Intensive |
None |
No longer eligible for continuous nursing through Medically Intensive Program |
| Age 17 - 18 |
All |
None |
Review begins at age 17 with termination no sooner than 18th birthday |
| Age 18 or older |
All |
None |
Prior to initial authorization of paid services if most current eligibility determination
is more than 2 years old and you are not receiving paid services |
| At any age |
All |
None |
Evidence was insufficient, in error, or fraudulent; or new information becomes available |
Eligibility Determined Before July 2005
| Age |
Eligibility Conditions |
Expiration Criteria |
Review Criteria |
| Age 4 through 17 |
Developmental Delay, Down syndrome |
None |
Prior to initiation of paid services if you are not receiving paid services |
| Age 10 or older |
Developmental Delay, Down syndrome |
None |
Can be reviewed at any time |
If you need additional information please contact us.
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