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Department on Disability Services Operating Status during COVID-19 Emergency

Our agency remains open and we continue to provide essential services. There are, however, changes in how some services are provided.

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

Community Resources Guide

DDS has complied a brief list of community resources to assist providers and individuals with disabilities in finding community events and activities.

DDS Success Stories

This periodic bulletin spotlights the success stories and accomplishments of people served by DDS.

Medicaid Waiver Information

Community-based supports and services

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.

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DDS Customer Service

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Find out how to request DDS Customer Service or to provide feedback for service delivery.
For accessibility issues on DDS website, please email [email protected].

Upcoming Events

May 14 2020 - 12:30

Family Support Council Public Meeting: May 14, 2020 12:30 to 2:30

Jun 11 2020 - 09:30

State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) Quarterly Meetings June 11, 2020

Jun 12 2020 - 09:30

Supporting Families Community of Practice: June 12, 2019

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Mar 27 2020

DCHF Announces Temporary Eligibility Changes for Medicaid

Mar 27 2020

COVID-19 Medicaid Beneficiary FAQ

Sep 11 2019

District Celebrates Direct Support Professionals Week

Sep 9 2019

Mayor Proclaims September 8 – 14, 2019 as Direct Support Professionals Week

Jul 20 2019

Mayor Bowser Extends Service Hours for Several Outdoor Pools and Splash Parks Through Monday, July 22

Due to the extreme heat, Mayor Bowser extended hours for several Department of Parks and Recreation...

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

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 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 The...

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 Services...

Dec 7 2015

DDS Report to the Committee on Health and Human Services Re: FY16 Budget

DDS’ Report to the Committee on Health and Human Services Re: FY16 Budget

Jul 29 2016

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Department on Disability Services

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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]