Complaint Line: 833–727–8900 Welcome to DD Ombuds!

The Office of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds) is a private, independent office focused on improving the lives of persons with developmental disabilities in Washington State.

The team is comprised of staff experienced in serving the needs of people with developmental disabilities.

Other activities:

Provide information
Investigate complaints
Monitor procedures
Review facilities and residences
Conduct investigations
Recommend changes
Write reports

DSHS 10-year Plan Development

October 20, 2026

Give input on the 10-year Plan to shape services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Washington The Washington legislators has asked for a plan on what services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities should look like over the next 10 years. DSHS is now creating the “A path

Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds Region 2 DD Ombuds

September 18, 2026

Full-Time and Non-Exempt Employee Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds), a program of Disability Rights Washington (DRW) seeks a DD Ombuds for Region 2 in Washington State. A Region 2 DD Ombuds lives within, or is willing to relocate to Region 2 (map of Region 2 at this link). The DD Ombuds promotes the well-being

Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds Region 3 DD Ombuds

August 31, 2026

Full-Time and Non-Exempt Employee Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds (DD Ombuds), a program of Disability Rights Washington (DRW) seeks a DD Ombuds for Region 3 (location show here). A Region 3 DD Ombuds lives within, or is willing to relocate to Region 3. The DD Ombuds promotes the well-being of people with developmental disabilities. All DD

Staying Safe in Natural Disasters

August 13, 2026

Preparing for natural disasters can help keep you and the people around you safe. A natural disaster can be fires, floods, earthquakes, or other events that can cause harm to the place where you live. Many times, these disasters happen without much notice or time to prepare. When these things happen one of the best

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