About RDA

What We Do

RDA provides data, analytics, and decision support tools in support of the DSHS client-centered mission.

How We Do It 

  • Provide policy makers and program managers with relevant data, analyses, and information to support innovations that improve the effectiveness of human services.
  • Provide DSHS program staff and contracted service providers with access to data-driven decision support applications to improve client care.
  • Protect confidential client data by handling sensitive information in accordance with federal law, state law and agency policy.
  • Protect clients through rigorous evaluation by the Washington State Institutional Review Board.