500 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
Phone: 617-727-5608 (voice) 617-727–9842 (TTY)
Information Specialist: Area Offices
E-mail: DDSInfo@mass.gov
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Additional Locations: 28 area offices across Massachusetts
The Department of Developmental Services provides supports for people with IDD ( intellectual and developmental disabilities ) including Autism Spectrum Disorder to enhance opportunities to become fully engaged members of their community.
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) provides supports to over 43,000 children and adults with IDD including Autism Spectrum Disorder across the Commonwealth. The agency’s mission is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for these individuals to participate fully in, and contribute meaningfully to, their communities as valued members.
Services are coordinated through 23 Area Offices and 4 Regional Offices across the state. Services are provided through contracts with non-profit agencies and through two self-directed service options. The Department monitors services through a variety of quality management systems.
IDD (Intellectual and developmental disabilities)
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