COVID-19 Updates and Resources
The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) has gathered
resources and developed guidance to assist with the delivery of community-based
services in response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. The DDA is
working with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Administrations, the
Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD), and Maryland and National Advocacy Organizations to help inform and support people in services, family members,
direct support professionals, and providers during this challenging time. We are committed to providing informaion, tools, and resources you need to succeed as the first line of defense for individuals with developmental disabilities in Maryland.
We have created a dedicated DDA COVID-19 Resource Page with useful information to help you dureing this time.
DDA Vision:
People with developmental disabilities will have full lives in the communities of their choice where they are included, participate, and are active citizens.
DDA Mission:
Create a flexible, person-centered, family-oriented system of supports so people can have full lives.
Our Administration:
- Provides a coordinated service delivery system for people with developmental disabilities
- Partners with people with developmental disabilities and their families to provide leadership and resources to enable these individuals in living fulfilling lives.
- Is guided by the principle that individuals with developmental disabilities have the right to direct their lives and services.
We do this by focusing on five areas: Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy, Supporting Families, Housing, and Employment.
The direction of DDA's service delivery system is transforming to better meet the needs of people receiving services.
