State Policy/Initiative

Alaska DOH Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit

“What we do
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Unit in Alaska oversees services for people with IDD provided through the programs above. This includes making eligibility determinations, reviewing and approving application documents, managing the DD Registry, reviewing and approving service requests, and managing programs. IDD Unit staff also provide technical assistance and targeted training to IDD service providers as needed. Additionally, the team supports the Developmental Disabilities Resource Connection centers (linked, below) to guide people through the application process and make sure they receive the services they need.”