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I need developmental disability services
New Jersey serves children and adults with developmental disabilities through different systems. This pathway explains where families usually start asking.
What this may involve
- Learning which system serves your family member's current age
- Understanding that eligibility is decided by the program, not by Vicabell
- Gathering documentation you will be asked for more than once
Steps you can take
- Read the Vicabell guide on the difference between a developmental disability and DDD (Division of Developmental Disabilities).
- Write down your family member's age, diagnoses and the documents you already have.
- Ask the program directly what its application process and required documents are.
- Keep a copy of everything you send and the date you sent it.
Programs and resources that may be relevant
General areas only — specific NJ program details are still being verified.
- Developmental disability services
- Family support
- Adult services
Content pending verification. We publish New Jersey program details only after checking them against official sources. Nothing here should be treated as confirmed program information.
Questions you may want to ask
- Which system serves a person of this age?
- What documents does the application require?
- How long does a decision usually take?
- Who can I call if I do not hear back?