Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
The Developmental Disabilities Supports Division (DDSD) oversees three home and community based Medicaid waiver programs. These include the Developmental Disabilities Waiver (Traditional Waiver), the Medically Fragile Waiver (Traditional Waiver), and the Mi Via Self-Directed Waiver. Our Intake and Eligibility Bureau manages the Central Registry for individuals waiting for services. DDSD also provides several State General Funded Services.
DDSD administers the Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program, in accordance with the Federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), for children birth to three years old with or at risk for developmental delay or disability.
COVID-19 Information for DD Providers
We have put up a new page with the latest information for DD providers in relation to dealing with COVID-19. For information, publications and resources specific to the topic of handling COVID-19 please navigate to the new COVID-19 Information for DD Providers page.
Core Values
Vision
Our vision is for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live the lives they prefer in their communities.
Mission
Our mission is to effectively administer a system of person-centered community supports and services that promotes positive outcomes for all stakeholders with a primary focus on assisting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to exercise their right to make choices, grow and contribute to their community.
Principles
Our guiding principles are as follows.
- Stay Results Focused
- Work for System Simplicity, Accountability, and Transparency
- Stay Person/Family Centered
- Use information wisely using Evidence-Based Practices
- Work in Partnership
- Promote Choice
- Emphasize Prevention
Actions
We will put our guiding principles into action with these basic steps.
- Accountability – Demonstrate honesty, integrity and honor commitments.
- Communication – Promote trust through mutual, honest and open dialogue.
- Teamwork – Share expertise and ideas through creative collaboration to work toward common goals.
- Respect – Appreciate the dignity, knowledge, and contributions of all persons.
- Leadership – Promote growth and lead by example throughout the organization and in communities.
- Customer Service – Place internal and external customers first by assuring their needs are met.
Learn More
Please see our DDSD Acronyms and DDSD Definitions documents for references of common acronyms, abbreviations and definitions used throughout many sections of our website.
Reporting Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
The Division of Health Improvement (DHI) provides oversight for home and community-based Medicaid waiver programs and health facility licensing. DHI routinely conducts investigations into allegations of Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation (DHI) and complaints about health facilities. Please see the Community Programs Reporting in Home & Community-Based Medicaid Waiver Programs section of our website to learn more.
Upcoming Events
5301 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 505-841-5860 Phone - 505-222-8602 Fax
Developmental Disabilities Waiver case management agency directors attend a mandatory meeting each quarter to get updates and clarification on important program information.
5301 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 505-841-5860 Phone - 505-222-8602 Fax
Developmental Disabilities Waiver case management agency directors attend a mandatory meeting each quarter to get updates and clarification on important program information.
News Articles
Latest
- FIT and Families FIRST Programs Transition from Department of Health to Early Childhood Education and Care Department (July 6, 2020)
- Family Supports Program Launches (January 31, 2020)
- DOH and HSD propose a three-tiered plan for Developmental Disabilities Waiver Waitlist (July 9, 2019)
Popular
- Know Your Rights Campaign (November 10, 2016)
- Smoke Advisory for Communities in Animas River Valley (June 8, 2018)
- Walking Challenge Promotes Healthy Living (January 17, 2018)
Publications
Latest
- DD Waiver Steering Committee: Meeting Notes (2020-06-10) (Meeting)
- Mi Via Self-Directed Waiver Newsletter (2020-07) (Newsletter)
- Public Health Order-07.02.20- Clarifying Current Guidance Documents, Advisories, and Emergency Public Health Orders Remain in Effect (Rules & Regulations)
Popular
- Therapy Services: Evaluation Template – OT Initial Evaluation Template (Form)
- FIT Diagnostic Codes for Eligibility and Billing (General)
- Mi Via Self-Directed Waiver Payment Schedule for Employees (General)