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DE Division of Developmental Disabilities Services - Overview

The Delaware Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS) provides services and supports to individuals with mental retardation/developmental disabilities and their families, which enable them to make informed choices that lead to an improved quality of life and meaningful participation in their communities. The services and supports include the following:

·      Community-based services including family supports, foster care placements, respite, neighborhood homes, supported living, pre-vocational, vocational and supported employment as well as day habilitation services;

·      Case management, nursing, psychology, therapy and other professional supports to ensure that individuals receive the quality and level of supports needed;

·      Early intervention services as part of the DHSS Child Developmental Watch program which works with families in order to prevent or minimize developmental delays in children at risk who are ages 0-3;

·      Stockley Center, which is an intermediate care facility providing residential services and day services;

·      Community education and advocacy;

·      Training and Professional Development provides training and resources to State Employees, Agency Staff, Foster Providers, and the families of people with Developmental Disabilities.

DDDS services can help in the development of work skills, self-care skills, community living skills, leisure/social skills, and academic/communication skills. Services are arranged according to each person's special needs an available to help the family continue caring for them at home.

Additional Information

NOTE: Delaware Helpline is a free service that can provide additional information about many Delaware human services and agencies, and referrals to community resources. You can call the Helpline weekdays at 1 800 464 HELP (1 800 464 4357) or from out of state at 1 800 273 9500. Visit the Delaware Helpline website at:
http://www.delawarehelpline.org/

NOTE: Delaware ASSIST is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen and apply for a broad range of social programs. The self-screening questionnaire can tell you which Social Service Programs you and the members of your household may be eligible to receive. The application lets you apply online for Social Service Programs offered by the State of Delaware. Visit the ASSIST website at:
https://assist.dhss.delaware.gov/

Contact Information

Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
Woodbrook Professional Center
1056 South Governor's Avenue, Suite 101
Dover, Delaware 19904

Phone: (302) 744-9600
FAX: (302) 744-9632

http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ddds/

See also:

DE Division of Social Services - Overview

DE Vocational Rehabilitation Services - Overview

DE Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities

DE Division of State Service Centers - Overview

Source:

http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ddds/services.html

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