Resources for People with Developmental Disabilities
The Disability Services Division includes a developmental disabilities unit and a vocational rehabilitation unit. The division is responsible for policy and program development, oversight, and delivery of service in these two areas. Developmental disabilities staff arrange for support and training for individuals and their families. Vocational rehabilitation staff assist people with disabilities to obtain employment and provide rehabilitation services to increase their independence.
We Serve: Individuals with all types of disabilities including: mental retardation or closely related conditions, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, mental illness, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injury, or sensory deficits (severe Hearing or vision impairments).
Services:
- Adult day service
- Assistive technology
- Case management
- Client assistance
- Disability determination
- Employer services
- Employment programs
- Family support services
- Independent living support
- Residential services
- Services for the visually impaired
Individuals can access these services through developmental disabilities or vocational rehabilitation specialists located at the regional human service centers.
More information on state services can be found at the North Dakota Department of Human Services website pages on Developmental Disabilities Services.
For concerns about abuse or neglect of people with developmental disabilities or mental illness in North Dakota, you can contact
The North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project
Address: 400 E. Broadway, Suite 409
Bismarck, ND 58501
Phone: 701-328-2950 \ 800-472-2670 \ 800-642-6694 (24 H. Line) \ 800-366-6888 TDD (in state)
Fax: 701-328-3934 E-Mail: tlarsen@state.nd.us
Each state has a protection and advocacy office. Their services are free.
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