Assistive Technology for DDA Clients

Funding was provided to purchase 4,394 phones to share with DDA clients and providers to have access to the technology needed to engage fully in remote services.

DDA currently has 3,300 iPhones with a 2-year service plan (depending on when the phone is given out) with unlimited data, text and Wi-Fi hotspot capability. These phones are ready to be distributed to clients and or providers who may not otherwise have access to participate in remote services. When the service plan has ended, T-Mobile will unlock the phone and the end-user can continue using the phone with any carrier.

If you are in need of a phone for remote services, please contact your DDA Case Resource Manager to request a phone as soon as possible.

These phones will be given out on a first come first serve basis.

Legislative Opportunities

Legislative Advocacy Opportunities

Do you want to learn more about issues that impact people with I/DD during the upcoming 2023 Legislative session? The Arc of Washington is offering virtual opportunities to join in.

Pre-Legislative Session Virtual Advocacy Day

Wednesday, November 9, 2022 10-11:30am

Register by clicking HERE.

Legislative Notebook Meeting

Monday, December 5, 2022 10-2pm

Register by clicking HERE.

DDA Online Application

Applications for DDA Eligibility NOW Online

Complete the following steps:

• Complete the application forms found on the Developmental Disabilities Administration Eligibility web page, under "How do I apply to be a client of DDA."

• Send the completed forms and documents as email attachments using the regional email addresses found under the phone numbers on the same web page.

• They will be routed to your regional Intake and Eligibility team for processing in the order received. Electronic signatures are accepted and most welcome.

If you have questions about this process, call the phone number in your county listed on the webpage.