At the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB), we believe every person matters. Our Developmental Disabilities (DD) services are here to make sure individuals and families have the support they need — whether it’s navigating a new diagnosis, looking for resources or managing long-term care. We are committed to helping you access opportunities and live a full, meaningful life.

The CSB is your local connection to services and advocacy. We partner with schools, hospitals and community organizations to make sure no one faces challenges alone. Our team is here for you across the lifespan, from early intervention through adulthood.

What are DD Services? 

DD services provide support for people with developmental disabilities, such as intellectual disabilities, autism, and other conditions that affect learning, communication, and daily living. Our goal is to help individuals thrive in their communities.

What we offer: 

• Support Coordination: We help people find out if they qualify for services. Our team is the main point of contact and explains the options available. We support individuals and families in making decisions, help choose service providers and make sure services are delivered as planned.
• Day Support and Employment Services: We work with community organizations that offer job programs and daytime activities. We provide different levels of training and support based on each person’s needs and preferences.
• Residential Services: We coordinate with programs that provide residential services as well as caregiver support. This includes both center-based and in-home respite. We make sure individuals can access the right level of support, from occasional drop-in help to long-term care options.

How we do it: 

• Case Management: We help you understand your options, connect you to resources and plan for the future.
• Education and Support: From workshops to webinars, we offer information for families and caregivers.
• Access to Services: We work to reduce barriers so you can get the help you need whether it’s through a waiver or other programs.

Learn more about our programs on the Fairfax-Falls Church CSB DD website.

Understanding DD Waivers

One of the biggest challenges families face is navigating the DD Waiver system. Waivers provide funding for services that help people live in the community instead of institutions. At the CSB, we guide you through this process.

• Applying for a Waiver: We explain eligibility and help with paperwork.
• Managing Waitlists: We know the waitlist is long, and we work hard to keep families informed and supported while they wait.
• Targeted Case Management: If you don’t have a waiver yet, we can still provide case management to help you access resources.

Learn more on the Medicaid Waivers for Children With Disabilities page.

You matter, and we want to help. If you or someone with a developmental disability that you care about needs support, call us at 703-324-4400, TTY 711.

If someone with a developmental disability is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, call REACH, our regional crisis stabilization and crisis prevention service for children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities: 855-897-8278.

Together, we can fill the gaps and create pathways to opportunity.