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Washington County agency outlines eligibility and supports for people with developmental disabilities
Summary
Washington County Developmental Disabilities announced that adults and children with developmental disabilities may be eligible for services including case management, employment supports, transportation help, in-home paid caregivers and adaptive equipment; staff said they can assist with applications in person, by phone or by visiting clients.
Washington County Developmental Disabilities said adults and children of all ages who have developmental disabilities may qualify for services and programs and encouraged residents to contact the agency to learn more or apply. The office is located next to the Hawthorne Farm MAX stop in Hillsborough, the announcement said.
The announcement noted developmental disabilities can include conditions that cause physical, educational, language or behavioral impairments, and gave examples such as autism, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy. Washington County Developmental Disabilities staff said eligibility is determined case by case and that services are provided based on each person’s unique needs.
A Washington County Developmental Disabilities staff member said agency staff can help applicants complete an application and answer questions. “If you can’t make it to our office, we can come to you or help you over the phone,” the staff member said. The announcement said that if a person or child is found eligible, a case manager will contact them to help write a plan based on support needs and goals.
The agency listed services that case managers can help arrange, including support to find and keep a job in the community; transportation help such as assistance getting a transit pass or being connected with TriMet Lyft; paid caregivers to assist at home or in the community; and equipment like ramps or communication devices. The announcement emphasized that services depend on eligibility and individual plans and warned the process can take some time; residents were invited to contact the office for updates.
The agency closed the announcement by urging people with questions or who are unsure about eligibility to call; the staff member said, “Please give us a call. We are here to help.”
