The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as:
- Autism
- Cerebral Palsy
- Down Syndrome
- Epilepsy
- Head Injury
- Intellectual Disability
- Learning Disabilities
- Other Related Conditions
An intellectual disability must present before age 18. A developmental disability must present before age 22. Intellectual and developmental disabilities must also have serious impairment in two or more major life areas:
- Self-Care: ability to meet activities of daily living (ex: bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, etc.)
- Communication: ability to express oneself and understand others
- Learning: ability to use and attain new skills
- Mobility: fine and gross motor skills necessary to navigate the environment
- Self-Direction: ability to pay attention, follow directions, make good decisions, and set goals
- Independent Living/Self-Sufficiency: ability to work, manage money, and obtain necessary resources
The individual must also have a lifelong (extended) need for coordinated and specialized supports and services.
In addition to the general requirements listed above, there are specific requirements for Division Eligibility and DD Waiver eligibility.
- Eligibility Requirements
- Division Services
- Application Process
Referral and Application Process
Responsible Person and Authorized Representative Information
Records for Eligibility Determination
- Assessment Process
Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Reference Guide
- Eligibility Requests & Updates
- Intake & Assessment Email Blasts
2024
10-21 Intake Updates and Office Hours
8-13 Assessment Determination Flowchart
3-19 Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Review Request
3-18 Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Reference Guide
3-15 Assessments for Non-Residential Level of Care (LOC) Renewals
3-12 Eligibility Determination Webpage Update
3-8 Diagnosis Update Request Determination Chart
2-24 Online Assessment Scheduling Office Hour
2-21 Online Assessment Scheduling Resources
2-16 Assessment Capacity Bridge Plan Updates
1-30 Assessments for Non-Residential Level of Care Renewals
1-29 Online Assessment Scheduling Update - 29 Jan
1-5 Online Assessment Scheduling Update - Jan 5
1-4 Online Assessment Scheduling Update - Jan 42023
12-20 GReminders
12-19 New Online Assessment Scheduling
11-9 Assessment Capacity Update
10-4 Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling
9-25 - Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Report
9-19 - TCM Provider Vineland-3 Interest Survey - Sep 19
9-18 - TCM Provider Vineland-3 Interest Survey - Sep 18
9-05 - Updated Assessment Capacity Bridge Plan
9-01 - TCM Provider Vineland-3 Interest Survey - Sep 1
8-22 - Assessment Capacity Bridge Plan
8-03 - Assessment Scheduling Update
7-03 - New Online Scheduling for MAAS Assessments
6-12 - Update on Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment
For more information on eligibility requirements, please contact your local Division of Developmental Disabilities Office.