What is the DDRO?

(DDROs) tip sheet. The Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices (DDROs) are the regional offices of New York State's Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). They are the starting point for individuals with developmental disabilities in the application process for Medicaid waiver services.

Explore more on it. Besides, what does Omrdd stand for?

Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities

Subsequently, question is, who qualifies for Opwdd? 1. Your child must have a diagnosis of one (or more) of the following: Intellectual Disability; Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Epilepsy; Familial Dysautonomia; or Neurological Impairments (with injury, malformation, or disease in the central nervous system). 2. Your child must have had this disability before age 22.

In this regard, what does Opwdd pay for?

The revenue received helps OPWDD to maintain services to people with developmental disabilities. Most OPWDD services are funded through Medicaid and the Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver. OPWDD requires you to enroll in the right type of Medicaid coverage for the services you need.

How do I get Opwdd services?

Contact OPWDD directly. Ask a local government agency to assist you in accessing OPWDD-funded services (please see Additional Information) Have a voluntary (not-for-profit) agency make a request on your behalf.