What is the developmental Disabilities Program?
The DD program is governed by Wisconsin State Statute 51.437 which requires the Department of Community Programs to provide and coordinate services to individuals with a developmental disability. Identified developmental disabilities include Mental Retardation, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Autism, Brain Injury, and Huntington’s Disease. Sixteen services have been identified and are required by law to be available to persons with developmental disabiliites. • Counseling • Training • Follow along • Diagnosis • Treatment • Recreation • Sheltered & Supported work services • Protective & Sociolegal services • Special living arrangements • Respite • Evaluation • Day Services • Transportation • Personal Care • Education • Inofrmation & Referral The services are delivered based on need and governed by available funding. Birth to Three Early Intervention Program The first three years are the most important building blocks of your child’s future. Every family wants their child to grow and learn to
