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Accessing the Individual Employment and Community Inclusion System
Checklist for accessing Individual Employment and Community Inclusion adult services
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Apply for DSHS/DDA Services
- Individual Employment & Community Inclusion Services are approved through Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA). Begin by confirming your eligibility for service with DSHS/DDA and visit the DDA Assessment process page.
- Request a referral to state DSHS/DVR.
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Apply for DSHS/DVR Services
Apply for DSHS/DVR Services.
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Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Apply for SSI at the Social Security Administration. -
Identify funding
Identify/develop funding resources (i.e. SSWI, DSHS/DVR funding options, Transition funding, KCDDECSD, or parent/family contribution) with your DSHS/DDA case manager and DSHS/DVR Counselor. -
Research, interview, and select a service provider
Select a provider: Individual Employment or Community Inclusion service providers
Who’s eligible for Community Inclusion Services?
Community Inclusion Services are available to individuals who qualify for a Home and Community Based Waiver (HCBS) and are of retirement age (62 years or older), or over 21 years of age and have tried employment services for nine months or more. Eligibility is determined by the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).
For More Information
- King County Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports Division: 206-263-9046
- Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Developmental Disabilities Administration: 206-568-5700
- Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation: 206-721-7300
- Social Security Administration: 1-800-772-1213
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Interpretation and accessibility services
Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports team - When you call, say your language in English, such as “Spanish” then say “Interpreter” in English. We will place you on hold while we connect with an interpreter. Call 206-263-0853
King County’s 211 Crisis Connections provides comprehensive information on health and human services in King County, from rent and housing assistance to adult disability supports. Immediate language interpretation is available in more than 155 languages. Call 2-1-1 or 1-800-621-4636 Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm
Washington Relay 711: A person with a hearing loss or speech disability with specialized telecommunication equipment or a person using a standard phone may initiate a call through Washington Relay. Dial 711 to connect with a Communication Assistant, who will dial the requested number and relay the conversation between the two callers. Learn more about all Washington Relay Services and Spanish Relay.