The following settings are licensed by DSHS’ Aging and Long-Term Support Administration to provide support with your daily care needs, such as bathing, dressing, eating and medication. As a client of the Developmental Disabilities Administration, your DDA case manager will help you find the setting and provider that works best for you.
Adult Family Homes (24/7 availability of supports)
Receive assistance with daily activities in a licensed provider-owned home that supports two to eight adults. Caregivers provide assistance with individualized care tasks included in your Person-Centered Service Plan. You pay room and board through a cost-of-care fee that’s based on your income. Receive a monthly allowance to pay for personal items. Specialty training is required for providers who support clients of the Developmental Disabilities Administration. Services may also include Meaningful Day activities.
Learn more: Adult Family Home fact sheet | Meaningful Day fact sheet | Find a Provider. Watch our video (coming soon).
Assisted Living/Adult Residential Care/Enhanced Adult Residential Care (24/7 availability of supports)
Receive personal care, housing, housekeeping services, meals, snacks, laundry and activities in a facility licensed by DSHS’ Aging and Long-Term Supports Administration. You pay room and board through a cost-of-care fee that’s based on your income. Receive a monthly allowance to pay for personal items. Specialty training is required for providers who support clients of the Developmental Disabilities Administration. Learn more: Read our AL/ARC/EARC fact sheet. Find a Facility.