Government Agencies
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Benefits.gov is an online resource to help you find federal benefits you may be eligible for in the United States.
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This downloadable pdf is a gold mine of information on local resources from birth to 3 educational resources, medical resources, dental, home care, transportation, recreation, and more.
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Applying for services from Washington State’s Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is a multi-step process. This video describes how to get started, what to ask for, and why it’s important to apply (even if there are no openings for some services).
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There are numerous services and programs administered by DDA, but before participating, you must be eligible for services. Of course this means paperwork - information to be gathered and forms to be filled out and submitted but the effort is worth it.
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Applying for DDA eligibility and requesting DDA services are two separate steps. Once determined DDA-eligible, you must
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These fantastic resources provide information on eligibility, services, oversight, and stakeholders. Definitely worth taking a look!
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If you are a client of the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), you have rights. People First of Washington State wants you to know what your rights are, and who to contact if you are having problems. Watch this series of videos.
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Community Engagement services are designed to increase your access to the community and build connections to community networks. This service is designed to increase access to community resources and relationships in creative ways.
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The following Reduced Cost Services Guide highlights a variety of products and services available in or near Washington state that are offered at reduced cost for people meeting certain income levels.
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DVR believes employment contributes to a person’s ability to live independently and everyone has a right to work. Our purpose is to empower people with disabilities to achieve a greater quality of life by obtaining and maintaining employment.
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This information will assist the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) in determining your eligibility and vocational planning.
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Includes information on Medicaid & Medicare, and Apple Health for Workers with Disabilities as well as the Premium Payment Program.
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A side-by-side comparison of who to contact if you have a developmental disability or a functional disability for varied services and supports.
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Helpful videos on SSI and SSDI benefits.
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Find out what you qualify for and how Social Security can help you.
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(This includes SSI) Check eligibility requirements, whether you can apply online, and find employment support and work incentive program information.
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Coordinates Federal and State funding for local agencies to provide services, from birth through life, for people with developmental disabilities and their families. To be eligible for services, all participants must be eligible for and receiving services from Developmental Disabilities Administration.
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Washington Connection offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Individuals that are age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.