Developmental Disabilities Program
Kathy Drew: Program Manager 541-322-7557
Office: 541-322-7554
What is a Developmental Disability?
A developmental disability must be attributable to mental retardation, autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, or other neurological handicapping conditions which require training or support similar to that required by individuals with mental retardation.
Mental Retardation must be manifested by age 18 and verified over time.
A Developmental Disability must be attained prior to age 22 with low adaptive skills due to the identified disability and NOT by other mental health diagnosis.
Both MR and DD must be expected to last indefinitely and constitute a substantial handicap to the individual.
Not all persons who exhibit the above will be eligible for services. Test results and diagnosis have specific criteria that must be met. An eligibility team will review all records to determine if State requirements are met.
Funding options and level of support are limited.
DD Services Available in Deschutes County
-Intake, Eligibility Determination, Referral
-Case Management/service coordination for adults & children
-Individualized planning and support
-Crisis Intervention
-Protective service investigations and support (for adults)
-Vocational services
-Residential services
-Brokerage supports
-Family support
-Lifespan respite
-Comprehensive in-home supports
-Foster Care
Links to Specific Program Areas
Case Management for Adults and Children
Family Support Program
Lifespan Respite Program
Crisis Intervention
Application for services
Adobe PDF application for services
