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DC Department on Disability Services (DDS) Housing Resource Guide

The Department on Disability Services (DDS) Housing Resource Guide helps people with disabilities find affordable and accessible housing resources in the District of Columbia.

Good Jobs Change Lives

The District of Columbia is committed to becoming a model employer of people with disabilities. Check out the stories of a few amazing people who are making significant contributions to workplaces across our city.

Eligibility Requirements for DDA Services Expanded

The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to have the most independence and control over their lives. Learn more.

Choice. Flexibility. Control. My Life, My Way

People with IDD have more control over the services they receive while living in their natural homes.

After Hours Reporting\Emergency Duty Officer

To contact DDA on evenings and weekends in an emergency, please call the DDA Duty Officer at (202) 498-9077

DDA Formal Complaint System Information

The DDA Formal Complaint System is a grievance process where people receiving DDA supports or services may file a formal complaint.

Upcoming Events

Feb 12 2025 - 13:00

D.C. Family Support Council Meeting February 12, 2025

Feb 28 2025 - 12:00

DDS Community & Provider Forum 2025

Mar 28 2025 - 12:00

DDS Community & Provider Forum 2025

Latest

Jul 19 2023

Provider Fair Connects Residents with Disabilities to Supports

PROVIDER FAIR CONNECTS PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TO SUPPORTS AND SERVICES Washington, DC...

Jul 12 2023

New Waiver and Amendments Enhance Support Services for People with Disabilities 2022

New Waiver and Amendments Enhance Support Services for People with Disabilities 2020 IFS Waiver...

May 17 2023

DISTRICT SELECTED FOR DOL'S NEON INITIATIVE

The U.S. Department of Labor has selected the District of Columbia and 10 states to participate as...

Mar 30 2023

Mayor Bowser Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Announces New Investments for Individuals With Disabilities

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Department of Disability Services (DDS),...

Jul 26 2022

Americans with Disabilities Act July 26, 2022

Today we celebrate the civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with...

Feb 26 2015

Public Health Update Measles Outbreaks in the District of Columbia

Feb 26 2015

Reportable Diseases in the District of Columbia

Sep 12 2014

A Life Dedicated to Others

The Department on Disability Services concludes its recognition of Direct Support...

Sep 9 2014

Gentlemen of Service

Gentlemen of Service The northeast house managed by Wholistic Services II has a busy orderliness...

Sep 8 2014

The Dynamic Trio

When you enter the southeast home of RCM of Washington, the first thing you will notice is a...

Apr 2 2024

PERFORMANCE OVERSIGHT HEARING FEBRUARY 23, 2024

TESTIMONY OF ANDREW P. REESE, DIRECTOR BEFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA...

Apr 27 2017

DDS FY 2018 Budget Hearing Testimony

Feb 16 2017

Testimony by Director Andrew Reese at the DDS FY 16 -17 Performance Oversight Hearing

Testimony by Director Andrew Reese at the DDS FY 16 -17 Performance Oversight Hearing Before...

Oct 20 2016

Andrew Reese Testimony October 20, 2016

Mar 14 2016

Fiscal Year 2015 Performance Oversight Hearing

Testimony of Laura L. Nuss Director Before the Committee on Health and Human...

Jul 29 2016

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Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

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250 E Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024
Phone: (202) 730-1700
Fax: (202) 730-1843
Email: [email protected]

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According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are approximately 72 million deaf people worldwide. More than 80% of them live in developing countries. Collectively, they use more than 300 different sign languages.