Eligibility

Intake and Eligibility

Individuals interested in receiving services from the Washington County Board of DD must first complete the determination process. Eligibility requirements vary based on the applicant’s age.

Gather Documentation

Before reaching out, we recommend you have the required documentation on hand to ensure that the process is as easy as possible.

You will need:

  • A copy of your Social Security Card

  • A copy of your Birth Certificate

  • A copy of your Insurance Card

  • Proof of your disability (the most recent school, medical, and/or psychological records)

  • Guardians will need to provide Probate Court records showing proof of their appointment

Online Referral Form

To start the eligibility process, please fill out the form below:

After submitting the form, please allow us 48 hours to respond.

Eligibility Requirements by Age

For ages 3 - 5

  • 2 areas of developmental delay

  • A qualifying diagnosis as documented by a qualified professional

For ages 6 and up

  • A qualifying diagnosis documented by a qualified professional

  • Must be eligible based on the Children’s/Ohio Eligibility Determination Instrument (C/OEDI)

For individuals already receiving services, eligibility is re-determined at ages 3, 6, and 16

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Referrals should come from the applicant or their legal guardian.

  • The intake process varies by age and specifics, which will be discussed during the initial request for services. For any age, we review documented diagnoses. For ages 6 and older, completion of the Children’s/Ohio Eligibility Determination Instrument is required.

  • The length of the process varies by case. If the WCBDD needs to request records from outside agencies, the process will take longer. Documentation submitted by individuals/guardians expedites this process. Examples of records include: psychological evaluations, medical records, hospital records, evaluation team reports (ETR), and Individualized Education Plans (IEP). Once supporting documentation is received, the C/OEDI will be scheduled.