The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) strives to develop and implement public policies that respect tribal sovereignty and in conjunction with the Secretary's Indian Policy Advisory Committee (IPAC), Tribal governments, and Indian organizations to improve service delivery to American Indians and Alaska Natives. We promote individual worth, self-respect, and dignity so that American Indians and Alaska Natives with developmental disabilities and their families are valued as a contributing member of their tribe and community.
DDA is committed to delivering services and supports that preserve Indian cultural values and promote the welfare of the Indian people.
Our Case Resource Managers can assist clients and their families to identify interests and support needs and to access DDA services and/or other community resources for which they are eligible and have a need. If it is determined that they are an eligible client of the Administration, their access to DDA paid services depends on:
- Your meeting eligibility requirements for the specific service;
- Having an assessed need for the service; and
- Available funding for the service. The availability of funding does not apply to Medicaid State Plan services or services available under the DDA Home and Community Based Waivers.
Information
- All people who receive paid services have a Case Resource Manager assigned to assist them. Find eligibility information for DDA services
- Find DDA offices
- Find information about your local DDA Tribal Liaison
Services
- Early Support for Infants & Toddlers
- Services (non-residential)
- Community Residential Services for Adults
- Waiver Program
Documents
- Centennial Accord (1989)
- Indian Child Welfare Act (Federal)
- Indian Child Welfare Act (Washington State)
Additional Resources
- State of Washington Governor's Office of Indian Affairs (GOIA)
- DSHS Office of Indian Policy (OIP)
- American Indian Health Commission for Washington State
- Indian Health Services (Federal)
- Government-to-Government Relationship with Washington Tribes (RCW 43.376)
- Seattle Indian Health Board
- Washington Tribes (includes State Tribal map)
IPAC Subcommittee Monthly Meetings
DSHS 7.01 Plans
- Assistant Secretary Memo - 7.01 Plans with the Tribes and DDA (4-24-14) (pdf)
- American Indian Administrative Policy 7.01 and Plans
Staff Contact
Lisa Pemberton, Tribal Affairs Administrator DDA
lisa.pemberton1@dshs.wa.gov