Merrimack Valley Area Office Department of Developmental Services

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Narrative

Provides a wide range of services including residential programs, vocational training, specialized training, enabling independent living in the community. Must be diagnosed with an intellectual disability. Not an authorized vendor/dealer. Most individuals and families have contact with DDS through their local DDS Area Office. These 23 offices are located throughout Massachusetts.

Service Types

• Family Support
• Group Homes
• Job Counseling

Program Type

• Advocacy
• Arc
• Communication
• Community Supports Program
• Counseling
• Health Care
• Jobs
• Medical
• Personal Care
• Self-Advocacy Training
• Vocational

Populations Served

• Autism Spectrum
• Developmental Disability
• Intellectual Disabilities

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Languages Spoken

• Spanish

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Public Transportation
• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service, MassHealth, Medicare, Personal Funds