Employment and Day Program Services offered at DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration's Kent Field Office

Employment and Day Program Services offered at DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration's Kent Field Office

Employment and Day Program services are contracted and include:   Child Development   Meets the developmental needs of each eligible child and the needs of the family related to enhancing the child's development.   Services to the maximum extent appropriate are provided in natural environments and may include -  Specialized instruction,   -  Speech-language pathology -  Occupational therapy -  Physical therapy -  Assistive technology -  Vision services    Employment   Provides ongoing support services and training for eligible persons with paid jobs in a variety of settings and work sites. These include   -  Individual supported employment -  Group supported employment -  Pre-vocational services These may be individual or group options in the community and specialized industry settings.   Also provides individualized technical assistance services to those that have not achieved their employment goals.   Community Access services: - Helps individuals participate in activities that promote individualized skill development, independent living and community integration - Activities must provide individuals with opportunities to develop personal relationships with others in their local communities and to learn, practice, and apply life skills that promote greater independence and community inclusion

Physical Address

1313 West Meeker Street, Kent, WA 98032

Hours

M-F, 8am-5pm.

Application process

Contact the DDA region-specific office for more information and to determine eligibility.

Fee

None.

Eligibility

Current clients of Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)

Languages

Interpreter services

Agency info

DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration

Serves as the point of entry for all of the administration's services to people with developmental disabilities. Provides case management, family support and residential services, employment and community access.