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Adults with I/DD in Oregon may qualify for services that support daily living, housing, employment, community participation, behavioral needs, and long-term independence. These services are typically accessed through a local Community Developmental Disabilities Program (CDDP) or Support Services Brokerage and are based on each person’s needs, goals, and eligibility.
Adults with I/DD in Oregon may have access to:
The exact services available depend on the person’s diagnosis, support needs, location, and approved service plan.
Oregon’s I/DD service system is designed to help adults live as safely and independently as possible. Services are person-centered, which means they should reflect the individual’s health and safety needs, preferences, goals, routines, and choices.
Once a person is found eligible, they typically work with a Services Coordinator through a CDDP or a Personal Agent through a Support Services Brokerage. This person helps identify needs, connect the individual with services, and develop an Individual Support Plan.
Supported living services help adults with I/DD live in their own home, apartment, or chosen community setting. Support may include help with daily routines, personal care, meal planning, household tasks, appointments, shopping, safety skills, and community participation.
This type of service is often a good fit for adults who want to live more independently but still need regular support to manage daily life.
In-home supports are available for adults who live in their own home or with family. A support worker may assist with personal care, meals, errands, community activities, and other daily needs. Oregon describes in-home supports as a way to help people live at home and stay engaged in the community.
Some adults need more structured support than in-home or supported living services can provide. Residential options may include 24-hour residential supports or adult foster homes, depending on the person’s needs.
These services are designed for individuals who need ongoing help with safety, personal care, supervision, health-related needs, or daily routines.
Supported employment services help adults with I/DD prepare for, find, and keep jobs in the community. Supports may include career exploration, job development, job coaching, workplace skills, and help maintaining long-term employment.
Oregon’s I/DD system emphasizes community-based employment and long-term job success for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Community inclusion services help adults with I/DD participate more fully in everyday life. This may include support with social activities, volunteering, skill-building, recreation, errands, and accessing community spaces.
These services can help reduce isolation, build confidence, and support a more active, connected life.
Behavior support services may be available for adults who need help with challenging behaviors, communication, emotional regulation, or safety concerns. These supports are often designed to understand the reason behind a behavior and create positive strategies that improve quality of life.
In Oregon, behavior professionals may work with direct support professionals, personal support workers, job coaches, families, or provider teams to support the individual.
Service coordination is one of the most important parts of Oregon’s I/DD system. A Services Coordinator or Personal Agent helps the individual and their support team understand available options, review changing needs, make referrals, and update the person’s plan.
For adults with developmental disabilities, Oregon notes that service coordination support is available through a CDDP or Support Services Brokerage.
Eligibility depends on Oregon’s criteria for intellectual or developmental disabilities. In general, a person may need to show:
A diagnosis alone may not automatically qualify someone for services. Eligibility is determined through the appropriate local program.
To begin the process, contact your local Community Developmental Disabilities Program. Adults who are already eligible may also work with a Support Services Brokerage.
The application process may include submitting records, completing assessments, reviewing functional needs, and determining what services may be appropriate.
ALSO supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Oregon through services that help people build independence, participate in their communities, and live with greater choice and dignity.
Depending on the individual’s needs, ALSO may provide support related to residential services, supported living, employment, community inclusion, and daily life skills.
Adults with I/DD in Oregon may qualify for supported living, in-home supports, residential services, adult foster care, employment support, community inclusion, behavior support, and service coordination.
Services are usually accessed through a local Community Developmental Disabilities Program or Support Services Brokerage. These organizations help determine eligibility, coordinate services, and develop an Individual Support Plan.
Not always. Eligibility depends on the person’s diagnosis, age of onset, functional limitations, and level of support needed. A formal eligibility process is required.
An Individual Support Plan, or ISP, is a person-centered plan that outlines the person’s needs, goals, preferences, health and safety supports, and approved services.
Yes. Supported employment services can help adults with I/DD explore job options, build workplace skills, find employment, and receive job coaching or ongoing support.
Supported living usually helps a person live in their own home or apartment with individualized support. Residential services may provide more structured or 24-hour support for people with higher daily care or supervision needs.