Disability Services & Government

Overview Washington State’s Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is the primary state agency funding and coordinating services for individuals with developmental disabilities across their entire lifespan.

Overview The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is Washington State’s primary employment-focused agency for people with disabilities. A part of DSHS, DVR has operated for

Overview Washington State’s Department of Services for the Blind (DSB) is a standalone state agency providing vocational rehabilitation, independent living skills training, and employment support

Overview For many families of individuals with disabilities, Social Security benefits are a critical piece of the financial puzzle. The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers

Overview Foundational Community Supports (FCS) is a Washington State Medicaid program providing supported employment and supportive housing services to individuals with complex health needs. Administered

Overview The Washington State ABLE Savings Plan is one of the most important and underused financial tools available to individuals with disabilities and their families.

Overview When people in the Tri-Cities say “DSHS,” they typically mean one of several local offices of Washington State’s Department of Social and Health Services,

Overview If your child receives special education services, their rights are protected by a powerful federal law: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA.

Overview Home and Community Services (HCS) is a division within Washington State DSHS responsible for coordinating long-term care services for adults with disabilities and older