Developmental Disabilities Administration Presentation for the Down Syndrome

Developmental Disabilities Administration Presentation for the Down Syndrome Community

DDA Basic Information • DDA is an administration within DSHS • Eligible clients are adults and children receiving supportive services (caregiving, respite, job coaching, etc. . ) in their homes and communities. • Must apply and be determined eligible based on documentation review. • If determined eligible you can request an assessment for services. • Medicaid eligibility is critical to receive services from DDA.

WAC Criteria for DDA Eligibility • Must have a qualifying documentation of an eligible condition that is not expected to improve or go away. • Must have evidence that the condition was present prior to age 18 (and sometimes prior to age 3). • Must have evidence of substantial functional limitations based on: v Cognitive Test Scores v Adaptive Test Scores v Physical Assistance Needs

DDA Eligibility Categories • Intellectual Disability (ID) • Cerebral Palsy (CP) • Epilepsy • Autism • Another Neurological or Other Condition similar to Intellectual Disability • Developmental Delay (temporary eligibility until age of 10)

What are the steps in the DDA application process? • Parent/representative signs and submits the “Request for DDA Eligibility Determination” and other forms. • Documentation can be provided with application. DDA will assist with getting records if a signed consent form is provided. • Process can take up to 90 days. • Eligibility determination is based on the available documentation. • Applicant will receive written notice (Planned Action Notice) regarding eligibility decision. • DDA eligibility does not guarantee access to a paid service from DDA.

How do I request services from DDA? If eligible, access to paid services starts with a request for services and a completed assessment. No case manager? Contact the Service & Request Information Line: • In King County call 1 -800 -974 -4428 or email R 2 Service. Request. B@dshs. wa. gov • In Snohomish County call 1 -800 -567 -5582 or email R 2 Service. Request. A@dshs. wa. gov • Clients can also request services online at https: //www. dshs. wa. gov/dda/service-and-information-request When you contact DDA to request services, include the client’s name, date of birth, and (if known) the service being requested. A case manager will contact the client/family to schedule an assessment.

Resources • Download DDA Application Materials https: //www. dshs. wa. gov/dda/consumers-andfamilies/eligibility • Informing Families: https: //informingfamilies. org/ • Washington Autism Alliance and Advocacy: https: //washingtonautismadvocacy. org/ • Apply for Apple Health (Medicaid): www. wahealthplanfinder. org

DDA Region 2 Intake & Eligibility Contacts General Intake & Eligibility Queries: DDA 2 IETEAM@dshs. wa. gov • Amanda Lopez (425) 977 -6521 Intake/CDS Applications: • Barbara Anderson (425) 977 -6522 • Kristen Petrakis (425) 977 -6520 • Stacy Flower (425) 977 -6638 • Cheri Miller (425) 977 -6779 • Josie Corzine (360) 926 -4380 • Jeanette White (425) 977 -6523 Eligibility Review/Reapplications: • Claire Trammell (425) 977 -6636 • Leslie Kivett (360) 714 -5014 • Christina Thomason (425) 977 -6524 Supervisor: • Chris Osborn (425) 977 -6526 or christopher. osborn@dshs. wa. gov