DDS Family Support Center

Family Support Center Information and Support Services Informational and Support Meetings for Parents Educational Trainings for Parents and Professionals Sibshops – Support for School-Aged Children who have siblings with Special Needs Service Navigation for DDS eligible people and their families Self-Advocacy Groups Social Security and Housing Supports Transition Consulting Guardianship Guidance Financial Seminars DDS… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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DDS Family Support Center

Thrive has information, help, and a broad range of resources for families of children or adults with developmental disabilities (DD). Whether your loved one is living at home or in the community, we are here to support your entire family. We help families: find answers advocate access respite share in disappointments celebrate goals Our… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Center [...]

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DDS Family Support Program

The Monorom Family Support Program has been serving families with special needs children and adults since 1987. The program offers families with case management, counseling, and recreational and educational opportunities. This program is funded by and in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). Wheelchair Ramps, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Able to serve clients… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Program [...]

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DDS Family Support Services

Our Family Support Centers welcome members of the community on a walk-in basis. We  offer information, referrals, and other services. The Family Support Center Program is funded by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). DDS provides children and adults with developmental disabilities (DD) and their families support, information, and the tools to work on… Continue Reading DDS Family Support Services [...]

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DDS Franklin/Hampshire Area Office

Provides a wide range of services including residential programs, respite, vocational training, specialized training, enabling independent living in the community. Adults must be diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD).   Most people and families have contact with DDS through their local DDS Area Office. There are 23 offices are located throughout Massachusetts. Elevators, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms,… Continue Reading DDS Franklin/Hampshire Area Office [...]

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DDS Greater Boston Area Office

Provides a wide range of services including residential programs, vocational training, specialized training, enabling independent living in the community. Must be diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disability (IDD). Not an authorized vendor/dealer. Most individuals and families have contact with DDS through their local Area Office. These 23 offices are located throughout Massachusetts.  Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Near… Continue Reading DDS Greater Boston Area Office [...]

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DDS Holyoke/Chicopee Area Office

Provides a wide range of services including residential, respite, vocational training and other types of day services, specialized training, family support and clinical services to people with developmental disabilities (DD), people who have an intellectual disability (ID), or who are on the autism spectrum (ASD).  Anyone receiving services must go through an eligibility application process. … Continue Reading DDS Holyoke/Chicopee Area Office [...]

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