developmental disabilities

COvid-19 

• DD Provider COVID-19 Policies
• COVID-19 DD Provider Frequently Asked Questions
• Family Support 360 Guidance
• COVID-19 CHOICES Retainer Payment Process Policy 
• Retainer Payment Memo - 7/31/20
• Retainer Payment Memo - 9/1/2020 
• Retainer Payments & Virtual Supports Q&A Session - 9/9/2020
• DHS-DD-C305
• COVID-19 Guidance for Telephonic & Virtual Habilitative Supports 
• COVID-19 Service Change Documentation - 11/16/2020

The mission of the Division of Developmental Disabilities is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities have equal opportunities and receive the services and supports they need to live and work in South Dakota communities.

Our principles are:

1. We will support people to participate in the life of their community.
2. We will honor the importance of relationships with family and friends.
3. We will ensure that quality services are available and accessible.
4. We will work with providers to enhance services while respecting the dignity of risk and the importance of health and safety.
5. We will respect and value cultural diversity.
6. We will be good stewards of public funds.

Division Highlights

• Click Here to Complete a Family Support Council Application 
  • Click Here to Learn More About the Family Support Council  
• The Division of Developmental Disabilities has created new informational brochures about services and supports.
  • Family Support 360 Program Brochure
  • Strengthening Families Program Brochure
  • Respite Care program Brochure
  • CHOICES Program Brochure 
  • CHOICES Public Notice 
• Resource & Planning Guide