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Respect, Dignity, Inclusion: Report to the Community.

Since our inception in 2007, DDS has made significant strides in restoring respect and dignity in supporting people with disabilities. Our first report to the community highlights some of the accomplishments we made during FY 2018.

DDA Health Resources.

The DDA Health Resources page provides access to important health products, information and resources.

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.

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

Top DDS Pages

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

Mar 12 2020 - 09:30

State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) Quarterly Meeting March 12, 2020

Mar 12 2020 - 12:30

Family Support Council Public Meeting: March 12, 2020

Mar 13 2020 - 09:30

Supporting Families Community of Practice: March 13, 2019

Latest

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...

Jul 12 2019

Message from the Department on Disability Services

Jun 25 2019

The Washington Post Highlights Efforts by Smithsonian to Hire People with Disabilities

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

Office Hours
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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2014 AAPD Leadership Awards Gala - Tues Mar 18 2014

Last Date:

Ticket sales are now live for the 2014 AAPD Leadership Awards Gala

The AAPD Leadership Awards Gala provides a unique opportunity for AAPD’s partners, supporters, and colleagues to show their support of Americans with all types of disabilities; while bringing together the national cross-disability community with business and government leadership for one night each year.

The 2014 Gala will take place on Tuesday, March 18th from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.