State guide
District of Columbia
Programs, dollars, and people that serve autism families in District of Columbia. Federal protections always apply on top of what you see here.
⏰ Act now — Medicaid waiver waitlist
DC Medicaid HCBS Waiver — Developmental Disabilities (DDS)
Typical wait: varies — waitlists exist; apply the day of diagnosis
Apply through DC Department on Disability Services (DDS) the day of diagnosis — DDS manages HCBS waiver intake and developmental disability services for DC residents.
DC's DD waiver is managed by DDS. Early enrollment is critical — contact DDS as soon as possible after diagnosis.
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