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Things You Can Do Safely at Home during COVID-19

Embracing physical distancing just got easier. These resources offer various activities you can enjoy at home.

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

DDS Success Stories

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

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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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Upcoming Events

Sep 30 2020 - 11:00

2nd Annual Conference Latina/O/X 2020

Oct 6 2020 - 13:00

Person-Centered Organization Meeting with Stakeholders

Nov 19 2020 - 12:30

Family Support Council Public Meeting November 19th 2020

Latest

Sep 14 2020

DDS Celebrates Direct Support Professionals Week

Washington, DC— Mayor Muriel Bowser has issued a proclamation designating September 13 - 19,...

Jul 8 2020

Are You Ready2Play DC?

Are you #Ready2PlayDC ? Help us plan the future of the District’s parks and recreation with the...

May 20 2020

DDS Hosts Virtual Budget Forum.

The DC Department on Disability Services will host a virtual budget to inform stakeholders about...

May 15 2020

DDS Releases FY 2019Report to the Community

In the spring of 2019, the Department on Disability Services invited stakeholders, providers,...

May 13 2020

Mayor Extends Stay at Home Order.

On Wednesday, May 13, 2020, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser extended the District’s Stay at Home Order...

Feb 26 2015

Reportable Diseases in the District of Columbia

Feb 26 2015

Public Health Update Measles Outbreaks 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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Phone: (202) 730-1700
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2014 AAPD Leadership Awards Gala - Tues Mar 18 2014

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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.