DESE/DDS

This program is a collaboration between the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) for eligible students ages 6-21 years.  The primary goal of this program is to support families with the proper resources so that their child is able to remain in their family home and community, by ensuring that there is a continuation of supports provided to the child in the home, in school and out in the community.  The program provides students and their families: opportunity to have in-home supports which may include senior level therapists and skills trainers, a dedicated navigator agency to identify and hire staff, life long skills development and opportunities to practice skills in their home setting and community.