Eligibility Guidelines for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) services in Oregon
In Oregon, adults may qualify for intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) services if they have a qualifying intellectual disability or developmental disability and meet the state’s eligibility standards. Eligibility is determined through the local Community Developmental Disabilities Program (CDDP), which helps adults complete the application process and gather the needed paperwork.
Qualifying Developmental Disabilities
The Oregon Department of Human Services says a developmental disability is a severe mental or physical impairment, or a combination of both, that begins before age 22, directly affects the brain, continues or is expected to continue indefinitely, and causes significant impairment in daily living skills such as communication, grooming, dressing, safety, and social skills. Oregon also includes conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and other neurological disabling conditions.
What qualifies as an intellectual disability?
ODHS says an intellectual disability means significantly sub-average intellectual functioning, generally an IQ of 70 or under as measured by a qualified professional, together with significant impairment in daily living skills that appears before age 18. The page also says a person with an IQ of 71 to 75 may still be considered to have an intellectual disability if there is also significant impairment in adaptive behavior and the diagnosis is made by a licensed clinical psychologist or school psychologist.
How adults apply
Adults who want to find out if they are eligible should can fill out the eligibility form found at https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/idd/Pages/eligibility.aspx click on English application and take it to their local CDDP office
The CDDP can also provide the application form, help complete it, and explain the next steps.
ODHS says service coordination support is provided to any adult with developmental disabilities. Adults can choose to receive this support from a CDDP or a Support Services Brokerage. A County Services Coordinator or Brokerage Personal Agent meets with the person at least once a year to review their current situation, identify needs, and make referrals for essential services.
Appeals Process
A formal appeals process is available for individuals who believe they have been wrongly denied eligibility. Information on the appeals process can be obtained through the Oregon Department of Human Services.
It is essential for individuals and their families to review the detailed eligibility criteria and processes outlined by the Oregon Department of Human Services to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
For the most current and detailed information, please refer to the Oregon Department of Human Services – Developmental Disabilities Eligibility.
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