Developmental Disabilities

The Developmental Disabilities Program contracts with various agencies in the community to provide services for residents of Pierce County and their families. The program is responsible for:

County-wide information and education,
Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) with developmental delays from birth to three years, and
Employment and community inclusion programs for adults 21 and older.
Assist eligible transition students to obtain paid employment prior to exiting school at age 21.

Primary funding for all services comes from the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, the Department of Early Learning Supports for Infants and Toddlers Program, and School Districts.

Information & Education
Early Support for Infants & Toddlers
Community Inclusion
Adult Employment
School to Work

developmental disabilities information and education resources

Information and Education Services

Community Information and Outreach provides critical supports for individuals and families who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan. DD contracts with community organizations to provide these services as well as providing some directly.