DDS Fall River Area Office

Provides a wide range of services including residential programs, respite, vocational training, specialized training, enabling independent living in the community. Must be diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disability (IDD). 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.  Wheelchair Ramps,… Continue Reading DDS Fall River Area Office [...]

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DDS Family Support Center

The Family Support Center (FSC) of People Incorporated is the family support center designated to serve the Greater Fall River area by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). The Center provides help to children and adults with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD) who are living with their family in the community. Information… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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DDS Family Support Center

Our Mission: “To advocate for and provide supports and services to people disabled by intellectual disabilities (ID) and other developmental disabilities (DD) and their families.”  Information & resource referral: Help to families finding resources and service options available in their local communities, eligibility for other financial and/or state services  guidance on navigating the human… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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DDS Family Support Center

Our Family Support Center provides support and resources to people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), as well as their families. The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDS) provides funding for these services.  All services are driven by the person and their family. Educational Supports & Consultation Family and Community Workshops &… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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DDS Family Support Center

The Arc of Greater Brockton’s Family Support Center provides information, education, and referral services. We help parents to successfully manage the challenges of raising a child with disabilities. Support groups and parent meetings are sponsored by the Family Support Center. We offer chances for families to connect with other families. They can share resources… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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DDS Family Support Center

Support Services: We help our families in finding resources to help their loved ones. We can help get them the support they need Our Family Support Center offers services to adults and children with developmental disabilities (DD) living with their families. These supports include: respite care recreational activities adaptive equipment skill training specialized staff support… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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