Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)

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In May 2025, the Department of Social and Health Services consolidated key functions previously managed by the Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities and Aging and Long-Term Support Administrations into two new administrations: the Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration and the Home and Community Living Administration. 

We’re excited to start reorganizing the website to reflect our new administrations, and we’re also thrilled to share that the department is updating the entire DSHS website to better serve you. Our goals are to make it easier to find information, access services, and stay informed about programs within our department.  We expect the updates of our site’s design and content to be complete by summer 2026.  In the meantime, you can still access information and resources about DSHS programs and facilities on our current webpages.  Thank you for your patience as we make these improvements.

 

 

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Changes to No-Paid Services Caseload

If you would like to request services or talk to a case manager, please go to:  How to Ask for Services | DSHS

Substitute Senate Bill 5394 directs Developmental Disabilities Community Services to discontinue outreach case management for people on the No-Paid Services caseload.

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Apply for DDA Enrollment
and Ask for Services

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Services for Children and
Youth (ages 0—21)

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Services for Adults
(ages 18 and older)

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Find a DDA Office

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News and Information

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File a Complaint

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Information for
Service Providers

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Information for
Advocates

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DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADMINISTRATION CONTACTS 

DSHS Mission                                                                         

We partner with people to access support, care, and resources.

DSHS Vision

People find human services to shape their own lives.

DSHS Values

Welcome all with access and inclusion.
Serve with respect and dignity. 
Collaborate with community. 
Improve services continually. 
Communicate with clarity and choices.