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California Department of Developmental Services
1600 9th Street
P. O. Box 944202
Sacramento, CA 94244-2020
Info: (916) 654-1690
TTY: (916) 654-2054
1600 9th Street
P. O. Box 944202
Sacramento, CA 94244-2020
Info: (916) 654-1690
TTY: (916) 654-2054
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Welcome to DDS
The California Department of Developmental Services is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Highlights
- 77th Annual State Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver will kick-off the holiday season on Tuesday, December 9, 2008.
- DDS Fact Book - Eleventh Edition
- The DDS Fact Book offers a look at the demographics and characteristics of individuals served by DDS.
- Jobs Available, Apply Now!
- The Department of Developmental Services is looking for people who want to be a Maintenance and Service Occupational Trainees.