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The Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS)
The Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS)
"ODDS strives to support choices of individuals with disabilities and their families within communities by promoting and providing services that are person-centered and directed, flexible, community inclusive, and supportive of the discovery and development of each individual's unique gifts, talents and abilities. We are committed to work toward service options to assure that people with developmental disabilities have the opportunity to have lives that are fulfilling and meaningful."
Please browse the Website at the link below to find more detailed and specific information about developmental disabilities programs and services offered by the department.
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
"Marion County provides case management to children and adults who have developmental disabilities. Developmental disabilities are a diverse group of severe chronic conditions that are due to mental and/or physical impairments. People with developmental disabilities have problems with major life activities such as language, mobility, learning, self-help, and independent living; however, they can live healthy lives.
Developmental disabilities begin anytime during development up to 22 years of age and usually last throughout a person’s lifetime. Our services include intake and eligibility determination, case management services, residential services, vocational services for adults, in-home services, transportation services for adults, crisis services, and referral to brokerage services for adults."
Contact Information
Contact Information
3180 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 588-5288
Fax: (503) 588-5290
Link to website to the left.
Intake and Eligibility for Services for People with Developmental Disabilities
Intake and Eligibility for Services for People with Developmental Disabilities
Intake and Eligibility 503-588-5288
Intake and Eligibility 503-588-5288
What is a Developmental Disability?
What is a Developmental Disability?
A Developmental Disability is a neurological condition that primarily affects the brain. It originates in childhood and significantly impacts adaptive behavior, or everyday living skills. Developmental disabilities may include Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy and other neurologically disabling conditions. Please contact the Intake Line for questions about other qualifying neurological conditions.
What conditions are not considered Developmental Disabilities?
What conditions are not considered Developmental Disabilities?
Conditions such as mental or emotional disorder, sensory impairment, substance abuse, personality disorder, learning disability, or ADHD are not considered qualifying developmental disability diagnoses that can be used to determine eligibility. For questions about qualifying conditions please call the DD Intake Line.
Who is eligible for Developmental Disability (DD) services?
Who is eligible for Developmental Disability (DD) services?
Eligibility is determined by gathering an applicant's developmental history and all historical documentation to determine if they meet requirements outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rules. (OAR 411-320-0020 – Definitions and OAR 411-320-0080 (1) (16).
Eligibility documentation for school-age children and adults is reviewed to determine if they meet either the intellectual disability criteria or other developmental disability criteria. Intellectual disability criteria is determined by scores on standardized IQ testing and adaptive behavior assessments; while eligibility for other developmental disabilities is determined by diagnostic information and scores on standardized adaptive behavior assessments. Please contact the Intake Line for questions about eligibility and criteria for young children.
How do I apply for services through the Developmental Disabilities Program?
How do I apply for services through the Developmental Disabilities Program?
An Intake Application for Developmental Disabilities Services may be obtained by calling the Marion County Developmental Disabilities Intake Line. Be prepared to leave your contact information (phone and mailing address) along with any other information or questions you may have. If your call is not immediately answered by an Eligibility support person, one will get back to you.
DD 0552 Forms
Release of Information Forms
How do I refer an individual to the Developmental Disability Program?
How do I refer an individual to the Developmental Disability Program?
Anyone can make a referral for individuals living in Marion County as long as the individual or their legal guardian has granted permission. Referrals can be made by calling the Marion County Developmental Disabilities Intake Line.
I have specific questions before I decide whether to apply.
I have specific questions before I decide whether to apply.
Call the Marion County Developmental Disabilities Intake Line if you have any questions about DD services, eligibility criteria, or the application process. Our staff is ready to provide assistance throughout the intake process as needed.
Creating Opportunities
About | Creating Opportunities (creatingops.org)
Creating Opportunities is a community organization developed for the primary purpose of supporting families of children with developmental disabilities who live in Polk, Yamhill and Marion Counties.
Creating Opportunities encourages families to maintain a positive outlook while acquiring knowledge and taking action to create and expand resources in their local community.
Equipped with information and support received through the Creating Opportunities Family Network, families will direct the planning and implementation of their child’s services, and champion the empowerment of other families.
Creating Opportunities promotes active participation of individuals who have a developmental disability in all facets of life at home, at work and in the community. We join families in celebrating the strengths, unique gifts and personal achievements of people who experience developmental disabilities.
ABA Therapy
What is ABA?
What is ABA?
ABA or Applied Behavior Analysis is a behavioral science that researches the most effective ways to reduce or improve several behaviors including aggressing, communication, self stimulatory behaviors and more. ABA therapy uses approaches and intervention that is applied to everyday environments to help individuals.
What is ABA therapy?
ABA therapy programs are comprehensive and cover a variety of area in which a child needs to be successful. Skills are broken down into small steps. These steps can include language, behavioral, cognitive/academic, social, self-help/daily living, motor, and play and leisure skills. The overall goal is that the individual learns how to learn and adapt.
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy- CARD has two local offices in Salem. They are a nationwide service that provides ABA therapy. Here is their services page Services - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Another ABA Therapy and service provider is Adventures with Autism - Aba Services - Keizer, Oregon | Adventures with Autism who offer similar services. Their office is located in Keizer.
Lastly, another provider in Oregon is in Beaverton however they can provide services in the Salem-Keizer area is Autism Therapy Services | Centria Autism (centriahealthcare.com)
WHAT DISABILITY RIGHTS OREGON DOES
WHAT DISABILITY RIGHTS OREGON DOES
Disability Rights Oregon pushes communities to reshape how we set up our schools, workplaces, parks, places of business, and public systems to ensure that people with disabilities truly belong.
Our mission is supporting children and adults with disabilities, their families and communities in creating opportunities together.
Creating Opportunities is a community organization developed for the primary purpose of supporting families of children with developmental disabilities who live in Polk, Yamhill and Marion Counties.
Creating Opportunities encourages families to maintain a positive outlook while acquiring knowledge and taking action to create and expand resources in their local community.
Equipped with information and support received through the Creating Opportunities Family Network, families will direct the planning and implementation of their child’s services, and champion the empowerment of other families.
Creating Opportunities promotes active participation of individuals who have a developmental disability in all facets of life at home, at work and in the community. We join families in celebrating the strengths, unique gifts and personal achievements of people who experience developmental disabilities.
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