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Contact Information
Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS)Contact: Ann Lorenzo, Acting Area Director
Email Address: ann.lorenzo@mass.gov
Phone: 978-521-9432
View Merrimack Valley Area Office Website
280 Merrimack Street Lawrence, MA 01843
Area Served: Northeast
Map Location Merrimack Valley Area Office
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 people 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
- Self-Advocacy
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
